Your Dream Doesn’t Have to Have An Expiration Date – How I Became A Published Author After 50

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over 50 woman writing her book

By Debra Sennefelder

I’ve recently celebrated my 56th birthday, and for most of the day, I worked on my tenth contracted novel. Being able to do what I’ve always dreamed of doing on my birthday was the best way to spend the day. If I had not decided, at the age of 50, to give writing a mystery novel one more try, I wouldn’t be where I am today – a published author.

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Influencers of Midlife: CoverGirl at 72, Meet Maye Musk

In this Episode…

Maye Musk’s children are in the headlines changing the world (yes, Elon’s mom), but she has emerged as a “rock star” in her own right as the face of CoverGirl and model at the age of 72.  Maye discusses her latest project, her new autobiography, A Woman Makes a Plan.  Her charming, vivacious spirit shines through as she gives us a no-holds-barred interview this week. 

You will hear:

  • Maye’s incredibly unconventional childhood
  • Stories of re-invention throughout her life 
  • Life as a single mother and sole supporter of 3 kids 
  • Her years as a Dietician and how she moved and started her business over 8 times
  • How she managed to get back to a size 6 after dramatic weight gain
  • Her feelings about being in a relationship
  • Secrets to personal and professional success

Resources:

You can buy her book here:

A Woman Makes A Plan