Ever feel like you’re just killing time until Retirement? Like you’ve done the work, raised the Family, and now you’re just supposed to… coast?
Sairan Aqwari, a Director of Engineering and leadership strategist, completely flipped the script on what a "successful" career looks like.
Sairan moved from Iraq to the U.S. and spent 30 years climbing the ladder in a high-stakes, male-dominated industry.
But right when she was about to finish her PhD, she realized her soul was calling her toward something different: helping other women over 40 find their own "hidden gems" and step into leadership that actually feels like them.
Sairan shares how she navigated a major career pivot in her mid-50s (yes, even when people told her she was "too old") and why your degree isn’t just for your 9-to-5—it’s a tool for your entire second act.
This episode is for you if:
💛 You feel stuck or overlooked in your current role and wonder if it’s too late to pivot.
💛 You’re tired of the "male-dominated" narrative and want to lead with competence and confidence.
💛 You have a dream "in the freezer" (like Sairan’s PhD!) and you’re wondering if it’s time to thaw it out or move on to something better.
💛 You want to live your life "full" and "die empty" by using every bit of your Wisdom and experience.
Sairan is offering a special 15-minute complimentary session for our listeners to help you uncover your own next steps.
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👇 I’d Love to know in the comments:
What is one dream or "hidden gem" of a talent you’ve been keeping in the freezer lately? Is today the day you take the first step toward bringing it to life?
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