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Deirdre Haggerty
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Sip on This with Coaching with Ms. D, Deirdre Haggerty, is where real talk meets growth. Career and life coach Ms. D offers raw insights on career pivots, leadership, impostor syndrome, and relationships—all over a cup of coffee and from an over-50 perspective. Each episode blends honesty, humor, and coaching wisdom to help you find clarity and confidence in work and life. Sip, reflect, and take the next step forward. Sip on this — because your next breakthrough might just start here. Learn more at www.coachingwithmsd.com .

  1. APR 16

    Still Menstruating at 58? The Truth About Perimenopause No One Talks About

    At 58, I am still menstruating regularly… and no, I don’t have hot flashes. So what does that mean? In this episode of Sip on This, I share my real experience navigating perimenopause later than expected—and why the “average” menopause narrative doesn’t fit every woman. We’re talking about: Late perimenopause and still cycling in your 50sSymptoms that don’t match what you hear onlineMood swings, brain fog, and identity shiftsHormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)Why support matters during midlife transitionsIf your experience doesn’t match what you’ve been told is “normal”… you are not alone. 👇 Share your experience in the comments. At 58 and still menstruating, this episode breaks the “average” menopause narrative wide open. Ms. D shares her personal experience with perimenopause, the symptoms that don’t get talked about enough, and how this stage of life impacts identity, confidence, and daily living. What You’ll Learn Why the “average age of menopause” doesn’t tell the whole storyWhat perimenopause actually feels like beyond hot flashesThe mental and emotional symptoms women often overlookThe physical changes that can feel unfamiliar and frustratingHow HRT, movement, and mindfulness can support this transitionWhy coaching support can help you navigate this phase with clarityKey Takeaways Average does NOT equal universalPerimenopause is a full-body, full-system shiftSymptoms can overlap with mental health experiencesYour experience is valid—even if it doesn’t match the narrativeSupport (medical + emotional) is essentialResources Mentioned Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)Working with a menopause-informed physicianDaily movement, meditation, and lifestyle adjustmentsWork With Me Ready for your Second Act? 👉 Book your free Discovery Call: https://coachingwithmsd.com Work With Me Ready for your Second Act? 👉 Book your free Discovery Call: https://coachingwithmsd.com

    18 min

  2. MAR 24

    How Grief Began My Second Act

    Grief is not something we talk about enough, at least not honestly. In this deeply personal episode of Sip on This, I share how layered loss, family heartbreak, and the unraveling of the life I thought I was supposed to live became the catalyst for my Second Act. This is not a checklist.This is not a polished lesson.This is lived experience. If you are walking through loss, identity shifts, or a season of rebuilding, I hope this conversation reminds you that you are not alone. Subscribe to Sip on This on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts,iHeartRadio, and Substack. Explore more at Coaching with Ms. D. A Professional Career, Life, and Relationship Coach is here for YOU. Schedule your FREE 15-Minute Discovery Call. Let’s Connect: 732-800-6416, deirdre@coachingwithmsd.com,  www.coachingwithmsd.com Now streaming: 🎧 Listen on 👉  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DvNCOUFDxWeM34zMnCcNf?si=wk3oTJwtTc-XlT389uxlDw Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sip-on-this-with-coaching-with-ms-d/id1843231306   YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@coachingwithmsd iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-sip-on-this-with-coaching-298586055 Podchaser:  https://www.podchaser.com/SipOnThisWithCoachingWithMsD #Grief #SecondAct #LifeAfterLoss #HealingJourney #PersonalGrowth #lifecoachingwomen #coachingdevelopmentpodcast #coachingbusinesspodcast #podcastcoachingforwomen #ccoachingpodcast #lifecoachpodcast #lifecoachingpodcast

    44 min

  3. MAR 10

    The Hidden Cost of Employee Turnover (And Why Development Is Cheaper)

    Employee turnover is often treated as a normal part of doing business. But what if it’s one of the most expensive decisions an organization makes? In this episode of Sip on This, we explore a question every business owner and leader eventually faces: Is it cheaper to replace an employee or develop them? Research from the Society for Human Resource Management suggests that replacing an employee can cost six to nine months of their salary, and in many mid-level roles, that number climbs to 100–150% of annual pay once recruiting, training, lost productivity, and team disruption are factored in. Yet many organizations default to replacement instead of development. In this episode, we discuss: • The real financial cost of employee turnover • Why employees actually leave organizations • The hidden cultural damage caused by constant rehiring• How career coaching inside organizations can increase engagement and retention • The leadership mindset shift required to build stronger teams. Because turnover may feel normal — but it’s expensive. And sometimes the most costly decision a leader makes is failing to invest in the people they already have. If you're a business owner, manager, or HR leader thinking about retention strategy, this conversation may change how you view development. Sip on that. Companion Blog: https://www.coachingwithmsd.com/post/employee-turnover-is-it-more-cost-effective-to-hire-a-career-coach-than-replace-an-employee A Professional Career, Life, and Relationship Coach is here for YOU. Schedule your FREE 15-Minute Discovery Call. Let’s Connect: 732-800-6416, deirdre@coachingwithmsd.com, www.coachingwithmsd.com Now streaming: 🎧 Listen on 👉 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DvNCOUFDxWeM34zMnCcNf?si=wk3oTJwtTc-XlT389uxlDw Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sip-on-this-with-coaching-with-ms-d/id1843231306   YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@coachingwithmsd iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-sip-on-this-with-coaching-298586055 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/SipOnThisWithCoachingWithMsD Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases 7 Habits: https://amzn.to/4bvhFup Green bracelet: https://amzn.to/4tsSSy9 Journals: https://amzn.to/4qhni3s Cosmetology guide: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH775V9N Products on page: Mug: https://www.coachingwithmsd.com/product-page/sip-on-this-white-glossy-mug Journal: https://www.coachingwithmsd.com/product-page/hardcover-journal #lifecoachingwomen #coachingdevelopmentpodcast #coachingbusinesspodcast#podcastcoachingforwomen #ccoachingpodcast#lifecoachpodcast#lifecoachingpodcast #EmployeeRetention#LeadershipDevelopment#WorkplaceCulture#CareerCoaching#BusinessLeadership #siponthis #siponthispodcast #over50 #businesscoach #genx #coachingwithmsd #womenover50

    15 min

  4. FEB 26

    The Relationship That Changes Everything in Your Second Act

    In our first act, we build a life.In our second act, we build a relationship with the person living it. For decades we show up for careers, children, partners, and expectations. But at some point, a quiet question surfaces: What about me? In this episode of Sip on This, Deirdre Haggerty explores: • First Act vs Second Act identity• Why self-compassion predicts resilience more than self-esteem• How your inner dialogue determines your growth• Why alignment replaces achievement in midlife This is not about reinventing for applause.It’s about coming home to yourself. ☕ Download your free Second Act Reset here:https://www.coachingwithmsd.com/clarity-reset 🎙️ Listen on YouTube, Spotify, iHeartRadio & Apple Podcasts.

    24 min

  5. FEB 11

    You’re Not Behind — You’re Reinventing (A Second Act Conversation)

    Sip on this ☕️ A grounded conversation on identity shifts, alignment, and what reinvention really looks like. If you’ve been feeling stuck, behind, or quietly outgrowing who you used to be… this Second Act conversation was made for you. Sip on this… what if the feeling of being “behind” isn’t failure — but the beginning of alignment? In this episode of Sip on This, ICF-certified coach Deirdre Haggerty explores the myth of invisible timelines, the quiet pressure of comparison culture, and what’s really happening when you feel stuck in life, career, or relationships. We talk about nervous system fatigue, identity shifts, and the small, honest decisions that begin reinvention — without forcing change or chasing unrealistic motivation. If you’re navigating a second act, questioning your direction, or simply feeling disconnected from who you used to be… this conversation is for you.☕ Topics include: Why feeling “behind” is often a sign of growth Nervous system fatigue and alignment Reinvention at any decade of life Small aligned choices that shift identity ✨ Learn more about coaching, tools, and a free discovery session at:https://www.coachingwithmsd.comSubscribe for more Sip on This conversations about career shifts, relationships, and life transitions — because reinvention isn’t about becoming someone new… It’s about integrating who you already are. Professional Career, Life, and Relationship Coach is here for YOU. Schedule your FREE 15-Minute Discovery Call. Let’s Connect: 732-800-6416, deirdre@coachingwithmsd.com, www.coachingwithmsd.com Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases Cream turtle neck: https://amzn.to/4to7vmr Green bracelet: https://amzn.to/4tsSSy9 Journals: https://amzn.to/4qhni3s Cosmetology guide: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH775V9NProducts on page: Mug: https://www.coachingwithmsd.com/product-page/sip-on-this-white-glossy-mug Journal: https://www.coachingwithmsd.com/product-page/hardcover-journal Now streaming:🎧 Listen on 👉  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DvNCOUFDxWeM34zMnCcNf?si=wk3oTJwtTc-XlT389uxlDw Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sip-on-this-with-coaching-with-ms-d/id1843231306   YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@coachingwithmsd iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-sip-on-this-with-coaching-298586055 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/SipOnThisWithCoachingWithMsD #siponthis #siponthispodcast #coachingwithmsd #genx #womenover50 #over50 #careercoachingforwomen #lifecoachingformen #SecondAct #YoureNotBehind #ReinventingYourself #CareerCoaching #PersonalGrowth #SipOnThisPodcast #MidlifeReinvention #AlignmentNotPressure

    23 min

  6. FEB 4

    Coaching Is Not a Hobby: What a Career Coach Actually Does (Second Act Conversations): Sip on this ☕️

    Coaching is not a hobby — it’s a profession. In this episode of Sip on This, I break down what a career coach actually does, who coaching is for, and why working with a trained, certified coach matters. If you’ve ever felt stuck, burnt out, unsure of your next move, or capable of more but uncertain how to get there, this conversation is for you. We discuss real-world scenarios where coaching makes a difference, including career stagnation, second-act transitions, job-search burnout, impostor syndrome, boundary issues, and decision fatigue. I also share my professional journey — from licensed hairstylist and educator to executive leadership to ICF-certified coach — and why I chose to do this work the right way. This episode also clarifies the difference between coaching and therapy, and explains why credentialing and ethics matter in the coaching profession. I discuss two globally recognized coaching credentialing bodies: the International Coaching Federation and the International Association of Coaching, and why proper training makes a real difference in the quality of guidance you receive. If any of the scenarios discussed resonate with you, coaching may be the support you didn’t realize you needed. It’s not about being broken — it’s about being ready for growth.☕ Learn more about coaching, explore resources, or book a free discovery session at Coaching with Ms. D. https://www.coachingwithmsd.com/post/overcoming-imposter-syndromehttps://www.coachingwithmsd.com/post/strategies-to-overcome-people-pleasing-free-download Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases: Gray turtle neck: https://amzn.to/4to7vmrJournals: https://amzn.to/4qhni3sCosmetology guide: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CH775V9NProducts on page:Mug: https://www.coachingwithmsd.com/product-page/sip-on-this-white-glossy-mugJournal: https://www.coachingwithmsd.com/product-page/hardcover-journal 🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts Now streaming:🎧 Listen on 👉 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DvNCOUFDxWeM34zMnCcNf?si=wk3oTJwtTc-XlT389uxlDwApple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sip-on-this-with-coaching-with-ms-d/id1843231306  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@coachingwithmsd A Professional Career, Life, and Relationship Coach is here for YOU. Schedule your FREE 15-Minute Discovery Call. Let’s Connect: 732-800-6416, deirdre@coachingwithmsd.com, www.coachingwithmsd.com #CareerCoach#SecondAct#CareerChange#ProfessionalDevelopment#CoachingIsNotATherapy#ImposterSyndrome#CareerGrowth#WomenInLeadership#LifeTransitions#SipOnThisPodcast#CoachingWithMsD

    19 min

  7. JAN 23

    From Grief to Service: Sip on This – Hospice, Dignity & Volunteering

    When both of your parents die side by side in hospice care, it changes you forever. In this deeply personal episode of Sip on This, host Deirdre Haggerty shares the true story of losing her father to pancreatic cancer and her mother to complications from Alzheimer’s disease—just two days apart, in their living room, on hospice care. That experience moved her from grief to service: fundraising for the Alzheimer’s Association and volunteering as a hospice companion. To explore what hospice really is, Deirdre is joined by Gail Rabstein, CDP, Director of Volunteers and Interns at Embracing Hospice Care. Together, they talk about what meaningful companionship looks like at the end of life, how volunteers support both patients and families, and why hospice is about much more than “giving up.” Gail shares powerful stories of music, presence, and connection, and explains how Embracing Hospice Care’s holistic, family-owned approach supports mind, body, and spirit. You’ll hear about: What hospice care truly is—and what it isn’t How volunteers bring dignity, comfort, and human connection to patients The different ways people can volunteer (including remote roles) Common myths and misconceptions about hospice How hospice teams support overwhelmed families making impossible decisions If hospice care is part of your story, if you’re caring for aging parents, living with Alzheimer’s in the family, or if you’ve ever wondered whether volunteering in hospice might be for you, this conversation is a window into the beauty, pain, and purpose found in one of life’s most vulnerable chapters. If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, follow, and leave a review so you don’t miss a second of what comes next. For more tools, coaching, and resources to navigate grief, second-act reinvention, and relationships, visit CoachingWithMsD.com. Gail Rabstein grabstein@ehcnj.com https://embracinghospicecare.org/ A Professional Career, Life, and Relationship Coach is here for YOU. Schedule your FREE 15-Minute Discovery Call. Let’s Connect: 732-800-6416, deirdre@coachingwithmsd.com, www.coachingwithmsd.com Now streaming: 🎧 Listen on 👉  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DvNCOUFDxWeM34zMnCcNf?si=wk3oTJwtTc-XlT389uxlDw Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sip-on-this-with-coaching-with-ms-d/id1843231306   YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@coachingwithmsd #SipOnThis #FromGriefToService #HospiceCare #GriefToPurpose #SecondAct #Caregiving #Alzheimers

    46 min

  8. JAN 5

    Acting Wealthy Isn’t What You Think | Manifesting Money for 2026 Without Pretending Sip on this ☕️

    Everyone says, “Act wealthy if you want to manifest wealth.”But no one ever explains what that actually means. In this Sip on This episode, I break down why that phrase drove me absolutely nuts — and how my curiosity turned into a journal exercise, a full blog post, and this conversation about manifesting money for 2026, the grounded way. This is not about pretending, flexing, or ignoring reality.It’s about behavior, emotional regulation, self-trust, and intentional action — the things people who sustain wealth actually do. I share real stories from my own life (including money stress, gold jewelry, investing conversations, and mistakes I’ve learned from), along with insights from psychology, coaching, and books that have changed how I think about money.If money feels stressful, confusing, or emotionally charged — this episode is for you.☕ What We Talk About in This Episode: Why “acting wealthy” is widely misunderstoodThe difference between being rich and being wealthyWhy pretending and overspending backfireHow manifestation actually works (thoughts + behavior)Emotional regulation and money decisionsReal-life examples of manifestation (not overnight miracles)Why wealthy people pause, assess, and decide intentionallyHow shame blocks financial growthA guided journal reflection to build financial confidenceOne small action you can take this week to start shifting your money mindset📓 Journal Exercise MentionedI walk you through a simple but powerful journal reflection designed to help you: Identify your financially confident self (not a fantasy version)Understand your current money patterns without shameSpot the gap between where you are and where you want to beTake one calm, aligned action to build trust with yourself👉 The full journal prompts are available in the blog post linked below. 🔗 Resources & Mentions: Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself by Joe Dispenza, Becoming Supernatural by Joe Dispenza The Psychology of Money by Morgan HouselInspiration discussed from Mel Robbins(Books are for learning and perspective — not quick fixes.)📍 Where to Find the Blog + Journal Exercise👉 Read the full post: https://www.coachingwithmsd.com/post/what-does-it-really-mean-to-act-wealthy-a-journal-exercise-to-build-financial-confidenceYou can: Use a notebookUse a journalDownload tools from the siteNo perfection required. Just start. 🎧 Subscribe & Connect. If today’s conversation resonated, leave a review. Share this episode with someone who needs a calmer relationship with money. For coaching, tools, and resources: A Professional Career, Life, and Relationship Coach is here for YOU. Schedule your FREE 15-Minute Discovery Call. Let’s Connect: 732-800-6416, deirdre@coachingwithmsd.com, www.coachingwithmsd.comNow streaming:🎧 Listen on 👉 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DvNCOUFDxWeM34zMnCcNf?si=wk3oTJwtTc-XlT389uxlDwApple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sip-on-this-with-coaching-with-ms-d/id1843231306  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@coachingwithmsd#SipOnThis #WealthMindset #FinancialConfidence #MindsetShift #CoachingWithMsD

    41 min
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Sip on This with Coaching with Ms. D, Deirdre Haggerty, is where real talk meets growth. Career and life coach Ms. D offers raw insights on career pivots, leadership, impostor syndrome, and relationships—all over a cup of coffee and from an over-50 perspective. Each episode blends honesty, humor, and coaching wisdom to help you find clarity and confidence in work and life. Sip, reflect, and take the next step forward. Sip on this — because your next breakthrough might just start here. Learn more at www.coachingwithmsd.com .

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