Power of After Show

Deborah Johnson
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The Power of After Show is a podcast for midlife professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone asking, "What's next?" If you're feeling stuck, ready for a career change, or searching for purpose in the second half of life, this show helps you gain clarity and direction. Hosted by Deborah Johnson, this podcast focuses on midlife transition, career change after 40 and 50, personal growth, and designing your next chapter with purpose. You'll learn how to leverage your experience, skills, and relationships to build a meaningful life, business, or lifestyle that aligns with who you are now. Each month, you'll hear: -Practical strategies for navigating midlife change and uncertainty -Mindset shifts to help you move forward when you feel stuck -Conversations on relationships, finances, and life transitions -Insights on using technology and AI to support your next chapter -Real-life discussions with Deborah and her husband Greg on marriage, family, and life after raising children Whether you're considering a career pivot, starting a business, or redefining success, this podcast gives you the tools and perspective to move forward with confidence. Your next chapter isn't behind you—it's waiting to be built. 🎧 Learn more: https://PowerofAfter.com

  1. 411.Marketing for Artists: How to Turn Talent into Income with Robert Emery

    6d ago

    411.Marketing for Artists: How to Turn Talent into Income with Robert Emery

    What does it really take to turn talent into a thriving career in the arts? On this episode of the Power of After Show, I sit down with world-class conductor and former child prodigy Robert Emery to explore the intersection of creativity and entrepreneurship. With over two decades in the industry, Robert shares how he continues to decide "what's next," stay motivated, and build a sustainable business beyond raw talent. From growing a powerful email list and touring the world as a conductor and music director, to creating orchestral meditation music and launching Ted's List--his influential music education platform, this conversation offers practical insight and inspiration for anyone looking to transform artistic passion into meaningful income and long-term impact. Additionally, I hope you will be inspired to continue enjoying and promoting the arts in your sphere of influence. More info about Robert Emery here: https://robertemery.com  Ted's List here: https://teds-list.com/  Orchestral Meditations here: https://orchestralmeditations.com/en/  YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/kVlsREDtLWQ Watch and subscribe! Chapters 0:00 Intro and the intersection of arts and business 3:45 Robert Emerys journey from prodigy to conductor 7:10 Redefining what is next in your career 10:50 Overcoming setbacks and the power of mindset 15:20 Staying motivated through professional variety 19:30 The Ask the Maestro daily video challenge 23:15 Why every creative must act like a business 27:00 Marketing tips and the 1000 true fans theory 31:45 The story behind Teds List music education 36:10 Recording orchestral meditation at Abbey Road 40:50 The science of sound frequencies and healing 44:20 Manifestation and putting dreams into action 47:52 Conclusion and final thoughts Get POWER OF AFTER BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3GpEGlJ  Make sure you're getting all our podcast updates and articles! Get them here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter  Resources with tools and guidance for mid-career individuals, professionals & those at the halftime of life seeking growth and fulfillment: http://HalftimeSuccess.com

    48 min
  2. 410.Growing Through Mid-Career with Grace and Grit with Deborah Johnson

    Jun 30

    410.Growing Through Mid-Career with Grace and Grit with Deborah Johnson

    Grace and grit are two qualities we desperately need at mid-career and halftime of life. Grace gives us the perspective and patience to navigate change without panic, while grit gives us the courage to keep moving forward even when growth feels uncomfortable. It's the willingness to do the hard things. Inspired in part by the classic film True Grit, this episode of The Power of After Show explores why some of the most meaningful growth in life happens through challenges, transitions, and the willingness to do difficult things. If you've been asking "What's next?" or feeling stretched by change, this conversation will encourage you to keep climbing forward with purpose and resilience. Full article here: https://GoalsForYourLife.com/grace-and-grit ✨ Key Takeaways from this Episode: 🚀 Why growth requires resistance, much like building physical muscle. 🚀 How to leverage your accumulated wisdom as a transferable strength in the age of AI. 🚀 The importance of being a beginner again to stay relevant in your industry. 🚀 How to build confidence through action rather than waiting for it to arrive. 🚀 Navigating relationships with aging parents and adult children with intentional grace. Whether you are looking to reinvent your career or simply find more meaning in your daily life, this episode offers the encouragement you need to step out of your comfort zone and into your most purposeful chapter yet. Chapters 0:00 Intro: Grace and Grit at Mid-Career 2:15 Lessons from True Grit and the Halftime of Life 4:45 Navigating Mid-Career Crossroads and Uncertainty 7:30 Why Growth Requires Discomfort and Resistance 10:15 The Power of Grace and Perspective  13:00 Developing Courage Through Risk 15:45 Practical Grit: Choosing Growth Over Comfort 18:30 Why Your Experience Matters in the Age of AI 21:15 Building Confidence Through Action 23:30 Moving Forward with Purpose and Next Steps Get POWER OF AFTER BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3GpEGlJ Make sure you're getting all our podcast updates and articles! Get them here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter  Resources with tools and guidance for mid-career individuals, professionals & those at the halftime of life seeking growth and fulfillment: http://HalftimeSuccess.com

    25 min
  3. 409.Need to Get Away? Curated Travel at Halftime with Wesley Baker

    Jun 23

    409.Need to Get Away? Curated Travel at Halftime with Wesley Baker

    I've often shared that these are the "travel years" for my husband and I. We've seen this window close for our parents and feel like it's important to take advantage of opportunity and health! We have such an interesting guest today in Wesley Baker. He is a Bestselling author and entrepreneur with 40+ years experience, sharing real-life stories from travel, business, and life, leading numerous adventures all around the world and inspires others to explore what's next for them. We will be discussing today some of the current challenges in travel and how he delivers exceptional travel experiences through his PureOneGroup travel company. Find out more about Wesley at: https://www.wesleybaker.com  Full article here: https://GoalsForYourLife.com/curated-travel  Chapters 0:00 Intro and the importance of travel years 2:15 Meet Wesley Baker: From software developer to CEO 5:10 Writing a bestseller from an ICU bed 7:45 The spark that ignited a love for global culture 10:20 How our travel perspectives shift with maturity 13:40 Why travel should be a necessity for your mind 16:15 Navigating modern challenges in the travel industry 19:30 The rise of small group and independent tours 22:00 Sustainability and the joy of slow travel 25:10 It is never too late: Traveling with health issues 28:45 Finding value and safety in unique destinations 32:15 The evolution of cruising and river tours 35:40 Industry recovery and the reality of travel costs 38:20 Breaking the habit of saving too much for the future 41:30 The healing power of nature and slowing down 44:15 Lessons on prioritizing health over possessions 46:50 Final wisdom and where to connect with Wesley Get POWER OF AFTER BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3GpEGlJ Make sure you're getting all our podcast updates and articles! Get them here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter Resources with tools and guidance for mid-career individuals, professionals & those at the halftime of life seeking growth and fulfillment: http://HalftimeSuccess.com

    48 min
  4. 408.Appearance vs. Reality: How to Align Your Life with What Truly Matters with Deborah Johnson

    Jun 16

    408.Appearance vs. Reality: How to Align Your Life with What Truly Matters with Deborah Johnson

    Before walking onto a stage, there's always a certain amount of self-talk. For years, a colleague and I would encourage each other with a simple pep talk before a concert—something to sharpen our focus and concentration. Coaches do the same before athletic events. These moments are designed to build confidence, motivation, and clarity. Today's message is a kind of pep talk as well—a reminder to realign with what truly matters: our values, purpose, and the life we're intentionally creating. At halftime of life, we are often given a unique opportunity: the chance to reassess, realign, and intentionally create a next chapter based not on pressure or performance, but on purpose and values. This stage of life is not about starting over from zero. It is about building wisely from everything already accumulated—skills, experience, relationships, wisdom, resilience, and perspective. Full article here: https://GoalsForYourLife.com/appearance-vs-reality Watch & Subscribe on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/N2x3QpYS7T4  Chapters 0:00 Intro and the Power of After Show / 2:45 The Trap of Appearance and Modern Culture / 6:20 Defining Core Values as Your Internal Compass / 10:15 Aligning Your Daily Schedule with Your Values / 13:00 Finding Purpose as an Anchor for Your Next Chapter / 16:30 Designing Your Desired Lifestyle and Flexibility / 19:45 Valuing Your Accumulated Experience and Skills / 23:15 Using Technology and AI as Expansion Tools / 26:45 The Process of Realignment and Honesty / 29:15 Practical Steps and Reflection Questions / 30:15 Final Thoughts and Conclusion  Get POWER OF AFTER BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3GpEGlJ Make sure you're getting all our podcast updates and articles! Get them here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter Resources with tools and guidance for mid-career individuals, professionals & those at the halftime of life seeking growth and fulfillment: http://HalftimeSuccess.com

    30 min
  5. 407.From Survival to Success: The Liquid Vitamin Story with Charles Van Kessler

    Jun 9

    407.From Survival to Success: The Liquid Vitamin Story with Charles Van Kessler

    What does it take to move from mere survival to building a life of purpose, impact, and lasting success? In this episode of The Power of After, we explore the extraordinary journey of Charles van Kessler—a man whose life began in unimaginable hardship during World War II, surviving the Holocaust. After losing his entire family as a toddler and surviving years of severe malnutrition, orphanage life, and even the streets of Amsterdam, Charles made a promise that if he survived, he would dedicate his life to helping children facing similar suffering. Decades later, that promise became a mission-driven business and nonprofit dedicated to serving children in desperate situations. But this story is about more than survival—it's about resilience, discipline, and the principles that helped Charles remain mentally sharp, purpose-focused, and determined through every season of life. We'll discuss how those principles became the foundation not only for personal healing, but for building a business that fuels a greater mission. More about Charles here: https://Passion4HealthVitamins.com Full article here: https://GoalsForyourlife.com/survival-to-success Listen to episode and subscribe on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/xjAwpPLo_UI  CHAPTERS  0:00 Introduction to the Power of After  2:15 Surviving the Holocaust and Early Hardships 5:30 Running Away and Finding Freedom in America 8:45 The Discovery of Liquid Vitamin Absorption 12:10 Starting a Purpose Driven Business 15:30 The Mission of Passion 4 Kids Charity 19:00 The Role of Faith and Daily Prayer 23:15 Staying Mentally Sharp and Healthy at Age 85 27:45 Finding True Purpose in Helping Others 31:20 Legacy and Advice for Your Next Chapter 34:00 Conclusion and Final Remarks  Get POWER OF AFTER BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3GpEGlJ Make sure you're getting all our podcast updates and articles! Get them here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter Resources with tools and guidance for mid-career individuals, professionals & those at the halftime of life seeking growth and fulfillment: http://HalftimeSuccess.com

    34 min
  6. 406.The Hidden Trap Keeping You Circling in Midlife with Deborah Johnson

    Jun 2

    406.The Hidden Trap Keeping You Circling in Midlife with Deborah Johnson

    There comes a time for most everyone when you realize you've been busy and productive, yet not truly moving forward. So many at mid-career say, "I've done a lot, but I'm not sure what's next," or simply, "I feel stuck." This is the hidden trap of circling—motion without progress. Like a car out of alignment, when our lives aren't aligned with our core values, we drift and expend energy without clear direction. In Stop Circling, I call this the roundabout effect—you're moving, but not exiting. While learning to drive, I remember learning to navigate a traffic circle—now called roundabout. Getting on was easy but getting off took intention and courage—it was actually a bit scary! That's where many are today. The first step is recognizing it, then realigning through tools like the HALFERS assessment. Today, we look at the 3 "P's" to exit our roundabouts successfully. All this so you can move forward with clarity and purpose into your next chapter. Full article here: https://GoalsForYourLife.com/circling-in-midlife Watch and Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SiPaIbrBodA  Chapters 0:00 Intro and the Roundabout Effect 2:45 Why Movement Does Not Always Equal Progress 5:15 The First P: Evaluating Your Current Position 7:30 How to Use the HALFER Assessment Tool 10:15 Why You Are Building on Experience Not Starting Over 12:45 The Second P: Changing Your Perspective and Mindset 15:30 Reevaluating Your Core Values for Alignment 18:00 The Third P: Redefining Your Purpose at Midlife 20:15 How to Stop Circling and Start Climbing  Get POWER OF AFTER BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3GpEGlJ and STOP CIRCLING HERE: https://amzn.to/4wczbvK Make sure you're getting all our podcast updates and articles! Get them here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter  Resources with tools and guidance for mid-career individuals, professionals & those at the halftime of life seeking growth and fulfillment: https://goalsforyourlife.com/halftime-success/ #midlife #careeradvice #purpose #personalgrowth #productivity

    22 min
  7. 405.Calm Under Fire with a SEAL Mindset with Marty Strong

    May 26

    405.Calm Under Fire with a SEAL Mindset with Marty Strong

    In today's episode of the Power of After Show, I'm joined by former Navy SEAL Marty Strong for a powerful conversation on what it really means to stay calm under fire—not just in combat, but through life's biggest transitions. From moving out of the military into civilian life, to navigating multiple career shifts, Marty shares the mindset that carries through it all: the willingness to become an apprentice again and again. Because real strength isn't just about what you've mastered—it's about staying teachable, adaptable, and grounded as you step into what's next. If you're in a season of change, this conversation will challenge and equip you to move forward with clarity and confidence. Learn more about Marty at: www.martystrong.com and his non-profit serving our veterans at: https://www.warriorshavenusa.com/  Full article here: https://GoalsForYourLife.com/seal-mindset  Watch, listen & subscribe on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/tgEqdC_-iGM  Chapters 0:00 Intro to the Power of After 2:15 Meet Marty Strong: From SEAL to CEO 6:40 The non linear path of career transition 10:20 Adopting the apprentice mindset 14:55 Moving past the ego after military service 19:10 The shock of entering the financial sales world 23:30 Applying mission planning to business strategy 28:15 Why people get stuck in negative cycles 33:05 Lessons from the SEAL selection process 37:45 Breaking out of the conformity box 42:10 Helping veterans at Warriors Haven USA 47:20 Three steps to intellectual creativity 50:56 Conclusion and final words of advice Get POWER OF AFTER BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3GpEGlJ Make sure you're getting all our podcast updates and articles! Get them here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter Resources with tools and guidance for mid-career individuals, professionals & those at the halftime of life seeking growth and fulfillment: http://HalftimeSuccess.com

    51 min
  8. 404.Is Your Best Work Still Ahead? How to Thrive in Your Next Chapter with Deborah Johnson

    May 19

    404.Is Your Best Work Still Ahead? How to Thrive in Your Next Chapter with Deborah Johnson

    At some point in a successful career, a quiet question begins to surface: Is there more? You've built something meaningful, gained experience, and developed real expertise—but there's often a deeper pull toward greater impact, fulfillment, and alignment with who you've become. What if that instinct isn't restlessness, but direction? What if your most significant work isn't behind you—but still ahead? This next chapter isn't about starting over; it's about starting from strength. You bring a wealth of experience, perspective, and insight that can't be replicated early on—and that becomes your greatest advantage. The key is learning how to leverage what you've already built, your own "core common denominator," and apply it with renewed clarity and purpose. In today's episode, we'll explore how to shift your mindset, reframe your experience as an asset, and step into a season where your best work may be closer than you think. Full article here: https://GoalsForYourLife.com/best-work-ahead Listen, watch & subscribe on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/PFOAyTT_BBo  THE SUMMIT Book by Deborah Johnson Chapters 0:00 Is Your Best Work Still Ahead? 2:20 Starting From a Position of Strength 5:15 Principle 1: Clarity as a Competitive Advantage 8:05 Principle 2: Technology as Leverage, Not a Threat 11:10 Shifting From Activity to Meaningful Impact 14:25 Principle 3: Resilience and the Power of Discernment 17:50 Principle 4: Why Implementation Creates Transformation 21:30 Redefining Success at Mid-Career 23:45 Final Summary and How to Connect Get POWER OF AFTER BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3GpEGlJ Make sure you're getting all our podcast updates and articles! Get them here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter  Resources with tools and guidance for mid-career individuals, professionals & those at the halftime of life seeking growth and fulfillment: http://HalftimeSuccess.com

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The Power of After Show is a podcast for midlife professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone asking, "What's next?" If you're feeling stuck, ready for a career change, or searching for purpose in the second half of life, this show helps you gain clarity and direction. Hosted by Deborah Johnson, this podcast focuses on midlife transition, career change after 40 and 50, personal growth, and designing your next chapter with purpose. You'll learn how to leverage your experience, skills, and relationships to build a meaningful life, business, or lifestyle that aligns with who you are now. Each month, you'll hear: -Practical strategies for navigating midlife change and uncertainty -Mindset shifts to help you move forward when you feel stuck -Conversations on relationships, finances, and life transitions -Insights on using technology and AI to support your next chapter -Real-life discussions with Deborah and her husband Greg on marriage, family, and life after raising children Whether you're considering a career pivot, starting a business, or redefining success, this podcast gives you the tools and perspective to move forward with confidence. Your next chapter isn't behind you—it's waiting to be built. 🎧 Learn more: https://PowerofAfter.com

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  • Creator
    Deborah Johnson
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    411
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    ©Deborah Johnson 2019
  • Show Website
    Power of After Show