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Send us a textOn this On My Mind episode, Bernie had the privilege of interviewing Dennis Kreba. Dennis shared his vulnerable and inspiring journey through a challenging season in his life and his pat…
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Send us a textOn this On My Mind episode, Bernie had the privilege of interviewing Dennis Kreba. Dennis shared his vulnerable and inspiring journey through a challenging season in his life and his path to transformation.Here's a glimpse of the conversation:🔑 Key Takeaways:1️⃣ Acknowledging and Addressing Midlife Challenges: Dennis's story highlights the importance of recognizing personal struggles, such as alcohol dependence, and the transformative power of turning points, or "the incident," that push us toward change.2️⃣ Role of Healthy Habits and Community: The episode u…
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December 16, 2024 Send us a textThis 'On My Mind' episode is a deep dive into the second part of our series on Fulfillment Centric Leadership™. Picking up from where episode 211 left off, Bernie explores st…
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Send us a textThis 'On My Mind' episode is a deep dive into the second part of our series on Fulfillment Centric Leadership™. Picking up from where episode 211 left off, Bernie explores steps 4 through 10 of the Fulfillment Centric Leadership™ model. From the importance of authenticity and wellness in the workplace to crafting personalized paths for team engagement and long-term success, this episode emphasizes a leadership style that transcends the mere achievement of business goals. Join Bernie as he shares an action plan for leaders to lead their teams through the lens of fulf…
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December 9, 2024 Send us a textIn this 'On My Mind' episode, I'm diving into a transformational topic: Fulfillment Centric Leadership (FCL). Drawing inspiration from a presentation I delivered at the Na…
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Send us a textIn this 'On My Mind' episode, I'm diving into a transformational topic: Fulfillment Centric Leadership (FCL). Drawing inspiration from a presentation I delivered at the National Society for Leadership and Success' (NSLS) annual virtual summit, where I received the highest score of all summit speakers, I share the first three steps from my "10 Steps to Fulfillment Centric Leadership" for today's leaders. This episode begins with the shocking statistic from Gallup's State of Global Workforce report that only 23% of the global workforce is engaged in th…
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December 2, 2024 Send us a textOn episode 210 I'm joined by Antoinette Roze a renowned speaking strategist, the founder and CEO of WPC Speakers Global, and the SpeakPact podcast host. We discussed her journey fro…
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Send us a textOn episode 210 I'm joined by Antoinette Roze a renowned speaking strategist, the founder and CEO of WPC Speakers Global, and the SpeakPact podcast host. We discussed her journey from event producer to a leading speaker strategist, specifically exploring the transition many faces in midlife—to find Clarity and confidence in their unique voice.🔑 3 Key Discussion Points: 1️⃣ Clarity is Confidence: Confidence stems from clarity. Know your core value and let it guide your actions. When you are clear on what you want, you can communicate your message effectively and with …
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November 25, 2024 Let’s face it – the days of treating employees like cogs in a machine are long gone. The most successful leaders today understand that their team members are whole people with complex lives, dream…
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Let’s face it – the days of treating employees like cogs in a machine are long gone. The most successful leaders today understand that their team members are whole people with complex lives, dreams, and needs. That’s where fulfillment-centric leadership comes in. I’ve seen firsthand how this approach transforms workplaces by putting employee well-being front and center. I’ve also seen how the opposite is true when employees are treated like “inventory” whose only purpose is to produce revenue. Of course, employees need to contribute to the financial health of a business. But, t…
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November 19, 2024 Send us a textOn episode 209, I'm joined by Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier, affectionately known as MH, a distinguished leadership psychologist and author with over two decades of experience. MH an…
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Send us a textOn episode 209, I'm joined by Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier, affectionately known as MH, a distinguished leadership psychologist and author with over two decades of experience. MH and I dive deep into the concept of resilience, exploring its significance across the five key life pillars, with emphasis on career and health. Our conversation sheds light on MH’s unique approach to the intersection of psychology research and business strategy to help professionals and leaders thrive. We unravel how resilience is not a trait but a dynamic state we can cultivate throughout our pe…
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November 18, 2024 Send us a textEp 208 features a 'Vulnerable Conversation' with Tom Schwab. Tom cherishes the value of taking time for personal Growth and nurturing relationships. He realized he hadn't …
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Send us a textEp 208 features a 'Vulnerable Conversation' with Tom Schwab. Tom cherishes the value of taking time for personal growth and nurturing relationships. He realized he hadn't taken a full month off work since he was 12 years old. Tom and his wife Karen hiked the historic Camino de Santiago (500+ miles) in just 26 days. This was a transformative experience. He now refers to himself as Camino Tom as a result of the transformation he experienced. 🔑 3 Key Takeaways:1️⃣ Legacy Over Achievements: Tom emphasizes the importance of family memories over professional miles…
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November 11, 2024 Send us a textIn episode 207 you'll experience an "engaging deep dive" into the Thriving in Midlife report, presented by AI Bob and AI Linda. Host, Bernie Borges introduces AI Bob and AI Linda in…
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Send us a textIn episode 207 you'll experience an "engaging deep dive" into the Thriving in Midlife report, presented by AI Bob and AI Linda. Host, Bernie Borges introduces AI Bob and AI Linda in the beginning, setting the stage for a mindblowing recap. Together these remarkably human-sounding AI creatures discuss why the report findings reflect a difference between career satisfaction and fulfillment, the positive dynamics of intergenerational workplaces, and the burgeoning interest in skill development for workers over 40. Plus, they unpack the concept of fulfillment-centric leadership …
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November 4, 2024 
The Thriving in Midlife Report is a comprehensive piece, conducted in collaboration with Udemy, and it explores the fulfillment priorities of individuals aged 40 and above across five key pillars: Hea…
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The Thriving in Midlife Report is a comprehensive piece, conducted in collaboration with Udemy, and it explores the fulfillment priorities of individuals aged 40 and above across five key pillars: Health, Fitness, Career, Relationships, and Legacy. It provides valuable insights into how midlife individuals perceive and pursue fulfillment in these areas, offering data-driven recommendations for optimizing their goals and well-being. Additionally, the report implies that fulfillment-centric-leadership results in more engaged employees and higher retention. This post summarizes key findings about…
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October 29, 2024 Send us a textIn episode 206 Bernie is joined by Claire and James Davis, the dynamic duo behind The Midlife Mentors podcast and founders of 38 Degrees North, a luxury fitness retreat company in the UK…
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Send us a textIn episode 206 Bernie is joined by Claire and James Davis, the dynamic duo behind The Midlife Mentors podcast and founders of 38 Degrees North, a luxury fitness retreat company in the UK. In this episode, we dive into their midlife transformation journey—from the corporate world to meeting each other and getting married to delivering wellness programs for businesses in Europe.Key Discussion Points:Facing Fears and Personal Growth: James Davis inspires listeners to confront their fears, suggesting that true freedom lies beyond them. Both James and Claire encourage a midlife rein…
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October 28, 2024 Send us a textEpisode 205 features Scott Monty. Scott is well known for his ability to anticipate and align with emerging trends exemplified by his tenure at Ford, where he pioneered the company'…
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Send us a textEpisode 205 features Scott Monty. Scott is well known for his ability to anticipate and align with emerging trends exemplified by his tenure at Ford, where he pioneered the company's global social media strategy. Scott's innovative approach to marketing positioned him as a leader in the digital landscape. He has always embraced ongoing Education and adaptability as arbiters that can lead to groundbreaking contributions in any field.Scott is an executive coach anchored by "timeless leadership," his mantra across his website, newsletter, and podcast. If you've ever w…
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October 21, 2024 Send us a textIn episode 204, Maureen Wiley Clough, host of the "It Gets Late Early" podcast and a passionate advocate against ageism in the tech industry returns to the Midlife Fulfilled podcast. We …
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Send us a textIn episode 204, Maureen Wiley Clough, host of the "It Gets Late Early" podcast and a passionate advocate against ageism in the tech industry returns to the Midlife Fulfilled podcast. We discussed the pervasive issue of age discrimination, also known as ageism, particularly in hiring practices, and we discussed actionable steps toward fostering an age-inclusive work environment.Here are the three key discussion points from our conversation:1️⃣ Ageism in Hiring Practices: We discussed an anecdote involving a hiring manager's preference for a candidate with "more runway," o…
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October 14, 2024 Send us a textIn this 'On My Mind' episode, Bernie summarizes key insights from the newly released research report "Thriving in Midlife: Survey Results on Fulfillment Across Key Life Pillars…
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Send us a textIn this 'On My Mind' episode, Bernie summarizes key insights from the newly released research report "Thriving in Midlife: Survey Results on Fulfillment Across Key Life Pillars." Bernie dives into some of the findings in this comprehensive research study conducted in partnership with Udemy. Curious to know how midlifers perceive their fulfillment across the five key life pillars? Here are three key points from the episode:1️⃣ Health and Fitness Fulfillment: A significant 65.7% of respondents reported high fulfillment in health, while fitness had a lower rate, with n…
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October 7, 2024 Send us a textIn episode 202 Simon Chan, founder and CEO of Adapt with Intent, covers a topic that is literally transforming global society: the longevity revolution. We explore how increasing lifespa…
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Send us a textIn episode 202 Simon Chan, founder and CEO of Adapt with Intent, covers a topic that is literally transforming global society: the longevity revolution. We explore how increasing lifespans are reshaping our lives, from the workforce to education and beyond. Here are three key takeaways from our conversation:🔹 Embracing Longevity for Fulfillment: Simon emphasizes the need to view increasing longevity as an opportunity to live more fulfilling, purposeful lives. Just like Technology and globalization, longevity is reshaping our society in profound ways—offering extended period…
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September 30, 2024 
What if I told you that as a leader, you have the power to create an environment where your team members feel truly fulfilled—not just at work but across all aspects of their lives? Imagine the impa…
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What if I told you that as a leader, you have the power to create an environment where your team members feel truly fulfilled—not just at work but across all aspects of their lives? Imagine the impact on employee satisfaction, loyalty, and retention if your leadership strategy focused on your team’s holistic well-being. Leaders have a profound impact on their employees, significantly influencing their engagement, productivity, and overall job satisfaction. Have you ever joined a company to follow a leader you previously worked with? Have you ever left a job because you couldn’t stand w…
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September 29, 2024 Send us a textEpisode 201 features Laurie-Ann Murabito in a masterclass for public speaking. Laurie-Ann is a "reformed, painfully shy girl," and now she is a seasoned professional speaker, author, and…
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Send us a textEpisode 201 features Laurie-Ann Murabito in a masterclass for public speaking. Laurie-Ann is a "reformed, painfully shy girl," and now she is a seasoned professional speaker, author, and podcaster, known for her expert Coaching that transforms individuals into captivating speakers. In this episode, she covered the seven blocks to an in-demand signature speech. There are many takeaways from this conversation. Three highlights are:1️⃣ Confidence: The First Block in Building an Effective SpeechThe foundational block of an in-demand signature speech is confidence. Laurie-Ann sug…
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September 23, 2024 Send us a textWelcome to the milestone 200th episode of the Midlife Fulfilled podcast! 🎉 To mark this special occasion, we’ve switched things up a bit. This week, our host Bernie Borges is the gu…
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Send us a textWelcome to the milestone 200th episode of the Midlife Fulfilled podcast! 🎉 To mark this special occasion, we’ve switched things up a bit. This week, our host Bernie Borges is the guest, while the amazing A Lee Judge steps in as the host. This episode is your chance to learn more about Bernie in a 'Vulnerable Conversation.' You don't want to miss this one!5 Keys You'll Learn About Bernie:1️⃣ Defining Success: Bernie shares his perspective on finding success through family, faith, health, fitness, and career. Spoiler: He’s not an “overnight success…
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September 16, 2024 Send us a textOn episode 199, Bernie engages with Donna Wallace, the founder of Soulradiance, in a spirited conversation. Bernie and Donna discuss the significance of discovering your inherent gifts a…
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Send us a textOn episode 199, Bernie engages with Donna Wallace, the founder of Soulradiance, in a spirited conversation. Bernie and Donna discuss the significance of discovering your inherent gifts and aligning them with your values on the journey toward lasting fulfillment. Three discussion points are.1️⃣ The Impact of Self-Discovery on FulfillmentDonna emphasizes that we all seek love on the road to fulfillment. Donna suggests that sentiments of unworthiness can obstruct our potential and impact how we understand ourselves on this journey.2️⃣ The Significance of Inner HealingDonna …
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