146 episodes

*Are you in a new midlife or empty nest season of your life? 
*Are you a professional woman searching for clarity about a career switch?
*Do you need the courage to start your own business?
*Are you a Christian ready to confidently follow God's plan for your life and career? 

Welcome to Choose Your Next Yes! Hi Kindred. I'm Mel, a professional midlife woman, mom of grown-ups, coffee, and Jesus lover. I have had a lot of big, life changes and I haven’t always been clear about God’s plan for me. This lead to stress, anxiety, and a lack of courage to change careers completely. I finally stopped being scared to move and started listening to God’s voice to find clarity and peace and achieve my career transition goals.

And now, my mission is to help you learn to listen to God’s voice and know when to say yes to the career you've always wanted and no to everything else. Let me show you how to clarify your purpose, and pursue your personal and professional goals in this next phase of life. 

In this podcast, I teach you how to: 
*Clarify God's Plan for your life
*Courageously transition your career
*Focus on yourself and your career in the next phase of life 

Kindred, it’s time to focus on yourself and reclaim the women you once aspired to be. 

Choose Your Next Yes! Change Careers, Midlife Woman, Empty Nester, Mindset, Life After Forty, Life After Fifty, Decision Maki Dr. Mel Vandevort - Career Coach, Midlife Mastery Coach, Woman Entrepreneur, Empowering Woman

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    • 5.0 • 79 Ratings

*Are you in a new midlife or empty nest season of your life? 
*Are you a professional woman searching for clarity about a career switch?
*Do you need the courage to start your own business?
*Are you a Christian ready to confidently follow God's plan for your life and career? 

Welcome to Choose Your Next Yes! Hi Kindred. I'm Mel, a professional midlife woman, mom of grown-ups, coffee, and Jesus lover. I have had a lot of big, life changes and I haven’t always been clear about God’s plan for me. This lead to stress, anxiety, and a lack of courage to change careers completely. I finally stopped being scared to move and started listening to God’s voice to find clarity and peace and achieve my career transition goals.

And now, my mission is to help you learn to listen to God’s voice and know when to say yes to the career you've always wanted and no to everything else. Let me show you how to clarify your purpose, and pursue your personal and professional goals in this next phase of life. 

In this podcast, I teach you how to: 
*Clarify God's Plan for your life
*Courageously transition your career
*Focus on yourself and your career in the next phase of life 

Kindred, it’s time to focus on yourself and reclaim the women you once aspired to be. 

    Are You On a Path Forward? Embracing God's Plan for Your Career *142

    Are You On a Path Forward? Embracing God's Plan for Your Career *142

    Ready to embrace God's plan for your path forward?  Discover how to navigate change, clarify your vision, overcome obstacles, and take inspired action toward your God-given purpose. Whether you're facing a career transition or seeking direction in life, this episode will empower you to step boldly into the abundant life God has planned for you.

    Ladies, are you in a new season of your life? Feeling like you're stuck in an endless loop of searching but not quite able to make those big life decisions? Or maybe you just need that little spark of courage to chase your dreams? Well, if you're ready to get unstuck and thrive, then welcome to the Choose Your Next Yes!
    I'm Mel, a seasoned midlifer and mom of grown-up. Trust me, I've seen my fair share of little plot twists–as I hit midlife. From getting divorced to getting downsized at work, life’s thrown me a few curveballs. It led to stress, anxiety, and left me feeling like I had misplaced my clarity and courage. But guess what? With God's help, I found my peace, purpose, and the guts to take action on some big life decisions. Today, I'm living my best life thriving personally and professionally. 

    Now, my mission is to help you clarify God's voice, empowering you to confidently say 'yes' to what truly matters and 'no' to everything else. Together, we’ll focus on relationships, self-care, finances, health and more, to choose the right “ yesses,” clarify YOUR life's purpose, be courageous and pursue your personal and professional dreams.
    It's time to reboot, take bold action, and live life limitless.


    Let me help you determine the next steps in your Career!
    Grab a complimentary Career emPOWERment Session

    email: melinda@empowereducator.com

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    • 13 min
    Update: Dr. Mel's Book

    Update: Dr. Mel's Book

    Grab your copy: Educator to Entrepreneur: IGNITE Your Path to Freelance Success












    Let me help you determine the next steps in your Career!
    Grab a complimentary Career emPOWERment Session

    email: melinda@empowereducator.com

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    • 3 min
    Evolution of Empowered Educator to Empowered Entrepreneur, Dr. Mel's Story *141

    Evolution of Empowered Educator to Empowered Entrepreneur, Dr. Mel's Story *141

    In today's episode I talk about my new book and how it can transform your career by starting a freelance company that draws on your skills, experience, interests, and passions. 

    Ladies, are you in a new season of your life? Feeling like you're stuck in an endless loop of searching but not quite able to make those big life decisions? Or maybe you just need that little spark of courage to chase your dreams? Well, if you're ready to get unstuck and thrive, then welcome to the Choose Your Next Yes!
    I'm Mel, a seasoned midlifer and mom of grown-up. Trust me, I've seen my fair share of little plot twists–as I hit midlife. From getting divorced to getting downsized at work, life’s thrown me a few curveballs. It led to stress, and anxiety, and left me feeling like I had misplaced my clarity and courage. But guess what? With God's help, I found my peace, purpose, and the guts to take action on some big life decisions. Today, I'm living my best life thriving personally and professionally. 

    Now, my mission is to help you clarify God's voice, empowering you to confidently say 'yes' to what truly matters and 'no' to everything else. Together, we’ll focus on relationships, self-care, finances, health, and more, to choose the right “ yesses,” clarify YOUR life's purpose, be courageous, and pursue your personal and professional dreams.
    It's time to reboot, take bold action, and live life limitless.


    Let me help you determine the next steps in your Career!
    Grab a complimentary Career emPOWERment Session

    email: melinda@empowereducator.com

    💃Sisterhood of Marvelous Midlife Women Please join us on Facebook to get support and encouragement during this next phase of life.

    I use UpSide to save money when buying gas, groceries, or eating out. It's FREE to join and earn. Click here to join.

    • 13 min
    Unlocking Potential: Empowering Women on a Path to Leadership with Cheri Dixon *140

    Unlocking Potential: Empowering Women on a Path to Leadership with Cheri Dixon *140

    Cheri Dixon is the owner of Cheri Dixon Consulting LLC, which she started after leaving a 28-year career in public education. Cheri loved the work she did with turnaround schools and continues to take that work into the business world, helping businesses scale their organizations to the next level. In addition, Cheri believes that the leader is crucial to any organization and supports leaders in developing their skills to strive for excellence in this global society. 

    Ladies, are you in a new season of your life? Feeling like you're stuck in an endless loop of searching but not quite able to make those big life decisions? Or maybe you just need that little spark of courage to chase your dreams? Well, if you're ready to get unstuck and thrive, then welcome to the Choose Your Next Yes!
    I'm Mel, a seasoned midlifer and mom of grown-up. Trust me, I've seen my fair share of little plot twists–as I hit midlife. From getting divorced to getting downsized at work, life’s thrown me a few curveballs. It led to stress, and anxiety, and left me feeling like I had misplaced my clarity and courage. But guess what? With God's help, I found my peace, purpose, and the guts to take action on some big life decisions. Today, I'm living my best life thriving personally and professionally. 

    Now, my mission is to help you clarify God's voice, empowering you to confidently say 'yes' to what truly matters and 'no' to everything else. Together, we’ll focus on relationships, self-care, finances, health, and more, to choose the right “ yesses,” clarify YOUR life's purpose, be courageous, and pursue your personal and professional dreams.
    It's time to reboot, take bold action, and live life limitless.

    Connect with Cheri
    Website: Cheri Dixon Consulting
    Facebook
    LinkedIn
    Free masterclass


    Let me help you determine the next steps in your Career!
    Grab a complimentary Career emPOWERment Session

    email: melinda@empowereducator.com

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    • 29 min
    3 Tips to Better Work Life Balance #139

    3 Tips to Better Work Life Balance #139

    Join Dr. Mel in this insightful episode as she explores the challenge of achieving work-life balance. Whether you're navigating a career transition, seeking clarity on your next steps, or simply striving for greater harmony in your daily life, this episode is for you. Dr. Mel shares three practical tips for setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and aligning with your passions and purpose. 
    Let me help you determine the next steps in your Career!
    Grab a complimentary Career emPOWERment Session

    email: melinda@empowereducator.com

    💃Sisterhood of Marvelous Midlife Women Please join us on Facebook to get support and encouragement during this next phase of life.

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    • 4 min
    How Do You Rediscover Your Worthiness? The Journey to Self-Love with Misty Laboy *138

    How Do You Rediscover Your Worthiness? The Journey to Self-Love with Misty Laboy *138

    Today, I chat with Misty Laboy, founder of Beauty Inside and Out, about her transformative journey from makeup artist to self-love coach. Misty shares her personal evolution, from realizing the importance of self-acceptance to launching a coaching business focused on helping women find internal peace. Through a candid conversation about attachment styles, childhood trauma, and limiting beliefs, Misty offers insights into the power of embracing authenticity and self-love. Discover how acknowledging your worthiness can lead to profound transformation and lasting happiness.

    Misty's journey began as an art student selling cosmetics to put myself through college and support my family. Along the way, she discovered a passion for helping women transform inside and out. Despite achieving career success, she struggled with her weight until she found that diets don’t work, but lifestyle changes do. This realization led her to the top 2% of her company and a mission to help others shed pounds and gain confidence. Her own journey toward self-love was the most profound transformation of all. Now, she empowers women to discover their worth beyond appearances.

    Connect with Misty
    Website
    IG
    Facebook



    Let me help you determine the next steps in your Career!
    Grab a complimentary Career emPOWERment Session

    email: melinda@empowereducator.com

    💃Sisterhood of Marvelous Midlife Women Please join us on Facebook to get support and encouragement during this next phase of life.

    I use UpSide to save money when buying gas, groceries, or eating out. It's FREE to join and earn. Click here to join.

    • 22 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
79 Ratings

79 Ratings

Kerri MWCL ,

Just what I needed

Totally looking to change careers and this podcast is giving the motivation and direction to do just that!!♥️ -Kerri Patt | Mom Wife Career Life podcast

Growing Glowing Green ,

Clarity and Courage

Thanks for the help in navigating career change during life in the middle!

Jennemanuel ,

Nextvyes!

This podcast is my next best yes!!! Thank you so much! Jennifer Emaniel

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