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This week Kim shares her conversation with LeEllen Smith. She shares her journey of founding OutsideIn, a social enterprise and recovery program in Troy, Tennessee. Discover how she turned community needs into empowering opportunities for women, creating a ripple effect of hope and transformation.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Midlife with Courage and Guest LeEllen Smith
00:23 LeEllen's background and the founding of OutsideIn
01:06 Community challenges and the motivation to create jobs
02:13 The early days: making products from T-shirts
06:33 Evolving product lines and social impact
08:06 Redefining success and purpose in midlife
10:32 The importance of community and support for women
15:52 Transitioning to a recovery-focused organization
19:37 The house as a recovery residence and community impact
23:42 The women of OutsideIn and their Growth stories
33:11 Training women for leadership and new opportunities
38:59 The community's acceptance and the power of kindness
42:34 How to support OutsideIn and its mission
45:10 Closing thoughts and gratitude for community support

Learn more at the link below:

Website – https://outsideinworks.com

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Kim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife, mom, animal lover and podcast host who has a passion for helping women over 40 live every moment. She lives in Wisconsin with her husband of 36 years and loves being outside whenever possible, preferably with her dogs hiking trails in local parks. She loves to share the stories of women who have found ways to transform, grow and realize that life isn't over after 40, 50, 60 and beyond through her weekly podcast called Midlife with Courage.