Finding Your Passion and Purpose in Midlife: Cathy Derksen

Finding Your Passion and Purpose in Midlife: Cathy Derksen

Author: Marcylle Combs August 21, 2024 Duration: 38:03

Cathy Derksen shares her journey of reinvention and how she helps midlife women embrace change and create the life they want. She discusses leaving a toxic marriage and job, exploring different career paths, and ultimately starting her own business. Cathy emphasizes the importance of inspiration, courage, and tenacity in making significant life changes. She also highlights the power of storytelling and community in supporting women through their transformations. Cathy offers practical advice for women starting their journey, including building a supportive network and being open to new opportunities. Takeaways

  • Embrace change and be open to reinventing yourself at any stage of life.
  • Build a supportive community and seek out mentors who can offer guidance and encouragement.
  • Don't feel limited by societal expectations or the need to have your life figured out by a certain age.
  • Focus on what excites and inspires you, and be willing to explore different paths.
  • Use storytelling as a way to learn from and inspire other women going through similar experiences.

Cathy Derksen is the producer of the forth-coming book “Grit and Tenacity! Women Transforming Leadership in Business and Community”.

Cathy is the founder of Inspired Tenacity Global Solutions Inc.. She is a Disruptor and Catalyst dedicated to improving the lives of the women in her community and around the world. Her mission is to help women rediscover their brilliance, find their voice, and step into new possibilities.

Cathy is an international speaker and 12x #1 bestselling author. She has created a platform for women to share their wisdom and inspiring stories in collaborative books, taking them from chapter concept to bestselling author in a simple, exciting process.

Cathy is the producer of the anthology “Grit and Tenacity! Women Transforming Leadership in Business and Community".

Grit and Tenacity! Women Transforming Leadership in Business and Community

Get In Touch with Cathy:

Website -*** https://inspiredtenacity.com**

LinkedIn** https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathyderkseninspiredtenacity**

FB profileCathy Derksen

Facebook pageInspired Tenacity with Cathy

IG Instagram (@inspired_tenacity)


Hosted by Marcylle Combs, 50% with Marcylle Combs is built on the belief that women's voices and leadership are essential to every conversation. This podcast moves beyond surface-level interviews to explore the full spectrum of a leader's life. In each episode, Marcylle sits down with a woman who is actively shaping her field and community, delving into the real texture of her journey. You'll hear about the pivotal moments that defined her path, the obstacles that reshaped her direction, and the hard-won insights gathered along the way. These are not just success stories; they are honest accounts of professional and personal evolution, offering tangible advice for anyone looking to lead. By focusing on this depth, the podcast creates a platform where the diverse and inspiring narratives of women from various backgrounds, industries, and sectors take center stage. Tuning into this podcast means gaining access to a repository of experience, a source of solidarity, and a clearer understanding of what it means to build a meaningful career and life. It’s where ambition meets reflection, and where listening feels like joining a candid, necessary dialogue about progress and purpose.
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