Can the second half of your journey be even stronger than the start? In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Mary Beech, Chief Growth Officer at wellness brand Thorne, shares how a personal Health scare led her to embrace a more purposeful approach to leadership and life.

After holding executive roles at companies like Disney, Ralph Lauren, and Kate Spade, Mary now channels her expertise into helping others live healthier, more intentional lives. She introduces the “negative split” mindset from marathon running, the belief that your best chapters and most productive years may still be ahead.

You’ll learn how to:
✅ Embrace reinvention at any stage
✅ Align your career with purpose
✅ Bring authenticity to your work
✅ Reframe setbacks as opportunities

Whether you’re just starting your journey or planning your next chapter, this episode will inspire you to lead with confidence and passion.

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🎧 Breaking Barriers in Mental Health (Feat. Heather Stephens) →https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwmDUDM_JRs
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Hey there! My name is Corey Andrew Powell. I'm a creative chameleon with a knack for donning multiple hats. From crafting compelling copy and producing engaging content to rocking the mic as a podcast host and weaving musical magic, I've got a diverse skill set that keeps things interesting.

My journey kicked off in 2011 at The Vitamin Shoppe, where I started as a copywriter and quickly found myself caught up in the whirlwind of rebranding campaigns, product development, and retail store expansions. Two years of hard work later, I proudly stepped into the role of Manager of Marketing Copy, steering the ship through the exciting waters of marketing creativity.

After three years of freelancing, in 2019 I joined the incredible team at the National Society of Leadership & Success ( NSLS), stepping into the role of Content Manager and Content Producer for the nation's largest leadership honor society, with over 1.3 million inspiring members.

In 2021 I became the proud host of the NSLS's beloved podcast, 'Motivational Mondays'! How cool is that? In my debut episode, I had the absolute honor of chatting with Tokyo Olympics silver-medalist Raven 'The Hulk' Saunders. We dove deep into the world of professional sports and had a heart-to-heart about the importance of mental health. Our audience has grown exponentially to over 250,000 listeners and subscribers.

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