Midlife Strategies for Badass Women is the go-to podcast for bold, brilliant women over 40 who are done playing small and ready to reinvent their lives—without guilt, filters, or apologies. Hosted by Badass Midlife Strategist - Sue Willoughby, each weekly episode delivers unfiltered conversations, real stories of reinvention, and practical strategies to help you break free from the crap that’s holding you back and finally live life on your damn terms. Whether you’re navigating a midlife reset, rediscovering your passions, building confidence, or launching your next chapter—this podcast gives you the mindset shifts, clarity, and community to make it happen. 🔥 Expect: No-BS life advice and midlife strategies that actually work Inspiring interviews with women who’ve transformed their lives Soul-stirring solo episodes packed with truth and action Coaching-style episodes to help you reclaim your purpose, power, and passion This isn’t a podcast about “getting through” midlife. It’s about owning it—louder, wiser, bolder, and unapologetically YOU. Subscribe now and start rewriting the rules of what’s possible in your 40s, 50s, and beyond.
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Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
What’s the real cost of staying in something that no longer fits—your job, your identity, or your idea of success?
In this episode of A Life Worth Being, host Sue Willoughby sits down with author, coach, and former Fortune 50 exec Kristen Chimack, who walked away from a 30-year corporate career to reclaim her energy, purpose, and self.
Together, they unpack:
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The hidden toll of staying “stuck” (even in a 6-figure job)
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How to listen to the whispers that tell you it’s time to move on
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Why it’s so hard to let go of identities, benefits, and other safety nets
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The power of core values and alignment in your career + life
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How to take small, practical steps toward something more meaningful
Kristen also shares insights from her brand-new book, The Cost of Staying, and introduces her 4-phase framework for growth: Whispers, Letting Go, Possibilities, and Integration.
If you’re questioning your path or wondering, is this all there is?, this episode is your permission slip to ask for more—and go find it.
Chapters
00:00 The Journey of Leaving Corporate America
16:35 Embracing New Beginnings and Authenticity
31:17 The Cost of Staying vs. The Cost of Leaving
🔗 Connect with Kristen at https://kristenschimack.com or on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenschimack/
📘 Get her new book The Cost of Staying + free downloadable workbook on her site.
🔗 Connect with Sue Willoughby:
My Upcoming Retreats: https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/events
Web: https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/
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