Mary’s Friday Five October 2, 2015
 A round-up of tips, tricks and observations in midlife… #1 Agism? Yes, I was caught by surprise. Do you feel threatened by agism? I don’t, but I work for myself. I’ve heard from many listeners who feel victimized by agism, particularly in the workplace. They are being replaced by younger, less expensive and more tech savvy workers. One listener said it best, “It is the lack of control over your income that is so unsettling, when you’ve built a career that employers fail to value. See #2. #2 Plan BÂ In E9 How To Become a Consultant, Joe Sanock offered listeners a FREE 23 Step Checklist, outlining a successful strategy to create a consulting business. Joe’s Consulting School Course is now open for registration. When you request the free checklist, you will receive an invitation to learn more about the course. Great opportunity to start a side business or new career. #3 Memory Lane #4 Free Games to Grow Your Brain In Episode 10 There is Hope For Your Brain with Ruth Curran, our guest shared the link to her free Cranium Crunches online games that are specially designed to increase your brain power. Don’t feel too bad if you stumble, I did just terribly, especially the Memory Match games. Very humbling. #5 New Experience 50 Podcast episodes this week: Two conversations with midlifers who faced life changing events in their 40s, who have both started careers in their 50s, based on difficult personal situations. Episode 10 There is Hope for Your Brain with Ruth Curran Episode 11 Transformation of the Pot Smoking Judge with Tom Gilbert |
