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You took the leap. Left the steady paycheck. Bet on yourself. But now? The freedom feels overwhelming, the money isn’t flowing like you hoped, and you’re wondering if you should’ve just stayed put.

In this honest and uplifting episode of This Woman Can, I’m talking about what happens after the big career change - when things don’t go as planned and your confidence takes a hit.

I’ll share:

• The moment I hit my “What was I thinking?” wall
• How to deal with doubt without giving up on your dream
• Practical tips to stay grounded, hopeful, and resilient—even when it’s hard

Because career reinvention is not all vision boards and girl boss vibes. Sometimes it’s messy, scary, and full of growing pains. But you don’t have to do it alone and you are absolutely not crazy.

Listen up and let’s talk about what to do when your dream starts to feel like a burden and how to find your way back to joy.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Feeling unsure about your next career move? Take my FREE quiz, "Mid-Career Fearlessness: Is Your Confidence Compass Pointing True?"—designed specifically for Black women over 50 ready to embrace their second act with confidence. Click here to begin:  https://gsiqwgep.forms.app/midcareerfearless ------------------------------------------------------------------------------  You deserve a career—and a life—that excites you, challenges you, and aligns with your values. And you don’t have to figure it out alone. Join us for 50 Forward, Fearless Future and take the first step toward the life you’ve been dreaming about. Spots are limited to ensure a personalized and impactful experience. Find out more here: https://www.janicesutherland.com/50-forward-fearless-future ------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Are you a mature Black woman feeling stuck in your career? Discover how to plan your next chapter with confidence and clarity. Subscribe to my FREE newsletter for exclusive career tips for the mature Black woman: https://www.janicesutherland.com/subscribe-to-twc-newsletter 

I'm Janice Sutherland, a Career and Life Strategist passionate about helping mature Black women navigate their midlife journeys. I help you discover your own answers, cultivate confidence, gain clarity, and effectively self-advocate for success.

Connect with Janice: Web: https://www.janicesutherland.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjanicesutherland/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamjanicesutherland  YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thiswomancan

Do you find yourself stuck in a role that no longer fits, waiting for data or "proof" before making a change? In this episode of This Woman Can, host Janice Sutherland explores the hidden fear behind career pivots. 

We talk about why logic often overrides intuition, how societal expectations shape our decisions, and why waiting for certainty can delay the life you truly want.

If you’ve ever questioned whether your desire for something different is enough... this one's for you.

Tune in and learn:

• Why your feelings are valid career data
• How fear of uncertainty shows up as perfectionism or overplanning
• Why midlife pivots don’t need to be spreadsheet-approved.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Feeling unsure about your next career move? Take my FREE quiz, "Mid-Career Fearlessness: Is Your Confidence Compass Pointing True?"—designed specifically for Black women over 50 ready to embrace their second act with confidence. Click here to begin:  https://gsiqwgep.forms.app/midcareerfearless ------------------------------------------------------------------------------  You deserve a career—and a life—that excites you, challenges you, and aligns with your values. And you don’t have to figure it out alone. Join us for 50 Forward, Fearless Future and take the first step toward the life you’ve been dreaming about. Spots are limited to ensure a personalized and impactful experience. Find out more here: https://www.janicesutherland.com/50-forward-fearless-future ------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Are you a mature Black woman feeling stuck in your career? Discover how to plan your next chapter with confidence and clarity. Subscribe to my FREE newsletter for exclusive career tips for the mature Black woman: https://www.janicesutherland.com/subscribe-to-twc-newsletter 

I'm Janice Sutherland, a Career and Life Strategist passionate about helping mature Black women navigate their midlife journeys. I help you discover your own answers, cultivate confidence, gain clarity, and effectively self-advocate for success.

Connect with Janice: Web: https://www.janicesutherland.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjanicesutherland/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamjanicesutherland  YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thiswomancan

Feeling disconnected in midlife? In this episode of This Woman Can, we explore how Black women over 50 can create their own supportive community.

With real-life stories and actionable tips, learn how to find your tribe, nurture deep friendships, and embrace a life filled with connection. 

------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Feeling unsure about your next career move? Take my FREE quiz, "Mid-Career Fearlessness: Is Your Confidence Compass Pointing True?"—designed specifically for Black women over 50 ready to embrace their second act with confidence. Click here to begin:  https://gsiqwgep.forms.app/midcareerfearless

------------------------------------------------------------------------------ You deserve a career—and a life—that excites you, challenges you, and aligns with your values. And you don’t have to figure it out alone. Join us for 50 Forward, Fearless Future and take the first step toward the life you’ve been dreaming about. Spots are limited to ensure a personalized and impactful experience. Find out more here: https://www.janicesutherland.com/50-forward-fearless-future

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Discover how to plan your next chapter with confidence and clarity. Subscribe to my FREE newsletter for exclusive career tips for the mature Black woman: https://www.janicesutherland.com/subscribe-to-twc-newsletter

I'm Janice Sutherland, a Career and Life Strategist passionate about helping mature Black women navigate their midlife journeys. I help you discover your own answers, cultivate confidence, gain clarity, and effectively self-advocate for success.

Connect with Janice:

Web: https://www.janicesutherland.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjanicesutherland/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamjanicesutherland

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thiswomancan

Midlife isn’t a stopping point—it’s a launchpad! In this episode of This Woman Can, I sit down with the incredible Fransesca Quartey, an actress-turned-CEO-turned-coach, whose journey is a masterclass in reinvention.

From her roots in Sweden to leading a regional theatre and now guiding others through transformation, Fransesca shares powerful insights on career transitions, embracing creativity at any age, and the importance of building a strong community—especially for Black women over 50. If you’ve ever wondered how to navigate midlife with confidence and purpose, this conversation is for you.

Connect with Fransesca:

Web: https://www.fransescaquartey.com/

Email: [email protected]

------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Feeling unsure about your next career move? Take my FREE quiz, "Mid-Career Fearlessness: Is Your Confidence Compass Pointing True?"—designed specifically for Black women over 50 ready to embrace their second act with confidence. Click here to begin:  https://gsiqwgep.forms.app/midcareerfearless

------------------------------------------------------------------------------ You deserve a career—and a life—that excites you, challenges you, and aligns with your values. And you don’t have to figure it out alone. Join us for 50 Forward, Fearless Future and take the first step toward the life you’ve been dreaming about. Spots are limited to ensure a personalized and impactful experience. Find out more here: https://www.janicesutherland.com/50-forward-fearless-future

------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Are you a mature Black woman feeling stuck in your career?

Discover how to plan your next chapter with confidence and clarity. Subscribe to my FREE newsletter for exclusive career tips for the mature Black woman: https://www.janicesutherland.com/subscribe-to-twc-newsletter

I'm Janice Sutherland, a Career and Life Strategist passionate about helping mature Black women navigate their midlife journeys. I help you discover your own answers, cultivate confidence, gain clarity, and effectively self-advocate for success.

Connect with Janice:

Web: https://www.janicesutherland.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjanicesutherland/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamjanicesutherland

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thiswomancan

Is technology stressing you out? You’re not alone! But have you forgotten that you’ve already adapted to more tech changes than you realize—from landlines to smartphones, typewriters to emails, and cassette tapes to Spotify.

In this episode of This Woman Can, we break down why staying connected to technology is essential and how you can overcome the fear of ‘getting it wrong.’

I’ll walk you through a coaching session with a client who thought she was too old to learn new tech—until she realized she’d been doing it all her life.

Listen in to learn: - The mindset shift that will erase your tech anxiety - Why avoiding technology is shrinking your world - Simple, practical ways to get comfortable with new tech—without the overwhelm.

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Feeling unsure about your next career move? Take my FREE quiz, "Mid-Career Fearlessness: Is Your Confidence Compass Pointing True?"—designed specifically for Black women over 50 ready to embrace their second act with confidence.

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You deserve a career—and a life—that excites you, challenges you, and aligns with your values. And you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Join us for 50 Forward, Fearless Future and take the first step toward the life you’ve been dreaming about.

Spots are limited to ensure a personalized and impactful experience.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Are you a mature Black woman feeling stuck in your career? Discover how to plan your next chapter with confidence and clarity.

Subscribe to my FREE newsletter for exclusive career tips for the mature Black woman: https://www.janicesutherland.com/subscribe-to-twc-newsletter

I'm Janice Sutherland, a Career and Life Strategist passionate about helping mature Black women navigate their midlife journeys. I help you discover your own answers, cultivate confidence, gain clarity, and effectively self-advocate for success.

Connect with Janice: Website: https://www.janicesutherland.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjanicesutherland/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamjanicesutherland  YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thiswomancan

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In this episode of This Woman Can, host Janice Sutherland explores digital resilience—why it’s essential for Black women over 50 and how to confidently navigate today’s fast-changing technology, including the rise of AI.

Building on insights from our recent guest, Monica Wisdom, Janice breaks down the challenges and opportunities of the digital world, offering practical strategies to stay informed, protected, and empowered.

Tune in to discover:

• Why our generation has experienced the biggest tech shift in history
• How digital resilience can enhance your career, connections, and confidence
• Simple steps to embrace lifelong learning and AI without feeling overwhelmed
• How to safeguard your privacy and manage your digital footprint
• The importance of unplugging and maintaining a healthy tech balance

Don’t let technology leave you behind—embrace it, own it, and thrive in it!

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Feeling unsure about your next career move? Take my FREE quiz, "Mid-Career Fearlessness: Is Your Confidence Compass Pointing True?"—designed specifically for Black women over 50 ready to embrace their second act with confidence.

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You deserve a career—and a life—that excites you, challenges you, and aligns with your values. And you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Join us for 50 Forward, Fearless Future and take the first step toward the life you’ve been dreaming about.

Spots are limited to ensure a personalized and impactful experience.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Are you a mature Black woman feeling stuck in your career? Discover how to plan your next chapter with confidence and clarity.

Subscribe to my FREE newsletter for exclusive career tips for the mature Black woman: https://www.janicesutherland.com/subscribe-to-twc-newsletter

I'm Janice Sutherland, a Career and Life Strategist passionate about helping mature Black women navigate their midlife journeys. I help you discover your own answers, cultivate confidence, gain clarity, and effectively self-advocate for success.

Connect with Janice: Website: https://www.janicesutherland.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjanicesutherland/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamjanicesutherland  YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thiswomancan

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In this episode of This Woman Can, we sit down with the inspiring Monica Wisdom, a dynamic thought leader and the visionary founder of Black Women Amplified. Monica shares her remarkable journey from a curious young woman in cosmetology to a powerful advocate for Black women's voices. Discover how her diverse career across various industries has shaped her mission to empower women and amplify their stories.

Monica dives deep into the challenges of navigating a digital world as a midlife woman, the importance of trusting your instincts, and the myths surrounding aging and race. We discuss the power of storytelling, the need for patience in a fast-paced society, and how Black women can reclaim their narratives.

Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with wisdom, humor, and practical insights on embracing your authentic self and thriving in your over-50 years. Monica's journey is a testament to the strength, resilience, and magic of Black women everywhere.

Connect with Monica:

Web: https://monicawisdomhq.com/

Web: https://blackwomenamplified.com/

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Feeling unsure about your next career move? Take my FREE quiz, "Mid-Career Fearlessness: Is Your Confidence Compass Pointing True?"—designed specifically for Black women over 50 ready to embrace their second act with confidence.

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You deserve a career—and a life—that excites you, challenges you, and aligns with your values. And you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Join us for 50 Forward, Fearless Future and take the first step toward the life you’ve been dreaming about.

Spots are limited to ensure a personalized and impactful experience.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Are you a mature Black woman feeling stuck in your career? Discover how to plan your next chapter with confidence and clarity.

Subscribe to my FREE newsletter for exclusive career tips for the mature Black woman: https://www.janicesutherland.com/subscribe-to-twc-newsletter

I'm Janice Sutherland, a Career and Life Strategist passionate about helping mature Black women navigate their midlife journeys. I help you discover your own answers, cultivate confidence, gain clarity, and effectively self-advocate for success.

Connect with Janice: Website: https://www.janicesutherland.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjanicesutherland/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamjanicesutherland  YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thiswomancan

Are you stuck in “someday” mode when it comes to your next big move? In this episode of This Woman Can, we’re talking about taking bold action and making things happen—whether it’s a career pivot, a passion project, or a complete life reset.

No more waiting for the perfect time (spoiler: it doesn’t exist!).

I’ll share practical steps to push past fear, trust your instincts, and start moving forward with confidence.

Tune in and take the first step toward your fearless future!

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Feeling unsure about your next career move? Take my FREE quiz, "Mid-Career Fearlessness: Is Your Confidence Compass Pointing True?"—designed specifically for Black women over 50 ready to embrace their second act with confidence.

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You deserve a career—and a life—that excites you, challenges you, and aligns with your values. And you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Join us for 50 Forward, Fearless Future and take the first step toward the life you’ve been dreaming about.

Spots are limited to ensure a personalized and impactful experience.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Are you a mature Black woman feeling stuck in your career? Discover how to plan your next chapter with confidence and clarity.

Subscribe to my FREE newsletter for exclusive career tips for the mature Black woman: https://www.janicesutherland.com/subscribe-to-twc-newsletter

I'm Janice Sutherland, a Career and Life Strategist passionate about helping mature Black women navigate their midlife journeys. I help you discover your own answers, cultivate confidence, gain clarity, and effectively self-advocate for success.

Connect with Janice: Website: https://www.janicesutherland.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjanicesutherland/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamjanicesutherland  YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thiswomancan

#thiswomancan #blackwomen

Confidence isn’t arrogance—it’s power!

In this episode of This Woman Can, we unpack the double standards around ambition, why Black women over 50 should unapologetically own their greatness, and how to embrace the audacity to dream big.

Tune in for personal stories, bold truths, and a challenge to step into your next level

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Feeling unsure about your next career move? Take my FREE quiz, "Mid-Career Fearlessness: Is Your Confidence Compass Pointing True?"—designed specifically for Black women over 50 ready to embrace their second act with confidence.

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You deserve a career—and a life—that excites you, challenges you, and aligns with your values. And you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Join us for 50 Forward, Fearless Future and take the first step toward the life you’ve been dreaming about.

Spots are limited to ensure a personalized and impactful experience.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Are you a mature Black woman feeling stuck in your career? Discover how to plan your next chapter with confidence and clarity.

Subscribe to my FREE newsletter for exclusive career tips for the mature Black woman: https://www.janicesutherland.com/subscribe-to-twc-newsletter

I'm Janice Sutherland, a Career and Life Strategist passionate about helping mature Black women navigate their midlife journeys. I help you discover your own answers, cultivate confidence, gain clarity, and effectively self-advocate for success.

Connect with Janice: Website: https://www.janicesutherland.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjanicesutherland/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamjanicesutherland  YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thiswomancan

#thiswomancan #blackwomen

Ever stared at your inbox, dreading another rejection email? Or questioned whether this whole career change thing was a terrible idea? You’re not alone.

In this episode, we’re getting real about those moments of doubt—when resilience feels less like a superpower and more like an impossible weight. I’ll share practical strategies to shift your mindset, regain your momentum, and remind you that this journey is worth it (even when it doesn’t feel like it).

Because yes, Black women are resilient—but we’re also human. And sometimes, we need a moment to regroup before we rise again.

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Feeling unsure about your next career move? Take my FREE quiz, "Mid-Career Fearlessness: Is Your Confidence Compass Pointing True?"—designed specifically for Black women over 50 ready to embrace their second act with confidence.

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You deserve a career—and a life—that excites you, challenges you, and aligns with your values. And you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Join us for 50 Forward, Fearless Future and take the first step toward the life you’ve been dreaming about.

Spots are limited to ensure a personalized and impactful experience.

------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Are you a mature Black woman feeling stuck in your career? Discover how to plan your next chapter with confidence and clarity.

Subscribe to my FREE newsletter for exclusive career tips for the mature Black woman: https://www.janicesutherland.com/subscribe-to-twc-newsletter

I'm Janice Sutherland, a Career and Life Strategist passionate about helping mature Black women navigate their midlife journeys. I help you discover your own answers, cultivate confidence, gain clarity, and effectively self-advocate for success.

Connect with Janice: Website: https://www.janicesutherland.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjanicesutherland/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamjanicesutherland  YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thiswomancan

#thiswomancan #blackwomen