"What's Next GenX?"

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"What's Next GenX?"

You've built your career—now it's time to build your future. If you’re a GenXer wondering, "Is this all there is?" you're not alone. Each week, we deliver real talk, fresh ideas, and practical strategies to help you find your NEXT chapter—without walking away from everything you've worked so hard for. Tune in for the inspiration, tools, and community you've been looking for. Your next move starts here.

  1. Your Guidance Counselor Lied to you.

    2D AGO

    Your Guidance Counselor Lied to you.

    Remember sitting in that tiny office in high school — being told what you should be when you grew up? Teacher. Nurse. Accountant. Police officer.(And if you were ambitious? Maybe a lawyer or banker — but only if you “fit the mold.”) Let’s be real: your guidance counselor didn’t see you.They saw a stereotype. A statistic.And a career path that worked for them — not you. And now, decades later, many of us are waking up and realizing… We’ve been living someone else’s plan. This episode is for every GenXer who: Followed the rules (and now feels trapped by them) Chose the “right” path — but can’t shake the whisper that there’s something more Is wondering if it’s too late to start a new chapter (spoiler: it’s not) 🔥 In this episode: How the system trained GenX to follow — not choose — our paths Why we’ve hit a wall mid-career, and what to do next Real examples of GenXers rediscovering what lights them up The ONE question you need to start asking yourself right now And the truth: You are your own guidance counselor now. It’s time to rewrite the plan.Not based on a checklist.But on who you’ve become. 🎧 Listen now — and then tell us:If you could go back and ask for something else… what would it be?

    17 min
  2. What a Feeling: How to Start Your Second Act

    MAY 14

    What a Feeling: How to Start Your Second Act

    📚 Grab Shannon’s book → ⁠Start Your Second Act⁠🎁 Download her free journal to get your ideas out of your head and onto paper🌐 Connect with Shannon: ⁠secondactsuccess.co⁠ In this inspiring episode of What’s Next Gen X, Nicole and AnnMarie sit down with career transition coach and author Shannon Russell to talk about what it really takes to start your “Second Act.” If you’ve ever felt stuck in a career that no longer fits or wondered if you’re “too far in” to make a change—this is your sign. Shannon shares her journey from high-profile TV producer to entrepreneur, and how a moment of total burnout led to building a purpose-driven business. Together, we talk through the mindset shifts Gen X professionals need to stop waiting and start exploring what’s next—on their own terms. 🎧 Takeaways you’ll love: 💡 Why the career you picked at 20 might not fit your life at 50—and what to do about it. 📊 How to start a side business while keeping your day job (without going broke or burning out). 🧭 The first 3 steps to take if you're feeling stuck, burned out, or "frozen" in your current role. ✨ The power of transferable skills (yes, you have them!) and how to reframe your experience for something new. 🛑 Why waiting for the “perfect time” is a trap—and how to take action now. 📚 Grab Shannon’s book → Start Your Second Act 🎁 Download her free journal to get your ideas out of your head and onto paper 🌐 Connect with Shannon: secondactsuccess.co

    24 min
  3. Are you a GenX Ninja?

    MAY 7

    Are you a GenX Ninja?

    The First Rule of NEXT — You Don’t Talk About NEXT We all know the line: you don’t talk about it.So what can you do? You crave change… but you’re terrified someone at work might see what you’re doing.You can’t talk to your manager. You can’t post on LinkedIn.Even your closest friends don’t really get it. So you suffer in silence.You keep playing the part of the “good corporate soldier,”while the voice in your head keeps whispering:“This can’t be it.” Just like in Fight Club, the first rule of exploring what’s next is:you don’t talk about NEXT. But what if you became a GenX Ninja instead? In this episode: Why you're afraid to be seen — and how to explore your next step quietly How GenX got trapped between Boomers who won’t retire and Millennials rising fast The hidden cost of pretending you’re fine while dying inside Why wanting more doesn’t make you ungrateful — it makes you awake Micro-moves to plan your next chapter — without raising red flags This isn’t about quitting your job tomorrow.It’s about reclaiming your voice — one quiet, strategic step at a time. 🎧 Listen in. Because the first rule of NEXT?You don’t talk about NEXT…Until now.

    17 min

  4. APR 30

    The Cost of Staying — Why Choosing Yourself Isn't Selfish

    What happens when you spend 30 years climbing the corporate ladder…only to realize the top isn't what you expected?Kristen Chimack, bestselling author of The Cost of Staying, joins us for a powerful conversation about choosing yourself — even when it feels scary. Kristen spent decades rising from payment clerk to executive, only to find herself trapped by golden handcuffs, corporate expectations, and a life that didn’t fit anymore. In this episode, she shares the hidden costs of staying too long, the grief that comes with leaving, and how she rebuilt her identity — on her own terms. We dive into: How to recognize when it’s time to choose you Why leaving your corporate job can feel like a grieving process How to build a plan (and a network) before you make the leap The surprising realities of identity loss after leaving a long career How Kristen rediscovered success — and herself — after corporate life If you’ve ever thought "There has to be more than this," Kristen’s story will feel like a permission slip you didn’t know you needed. 🎧 Listen now to hear why choosing yourself isn't selfish — it's survival, sanity, and freedom. 🔗 Grab Kristen’s book The Cost of Staying and her special $37 course, Permission to Shine

    35 min
  5. AI "She Blinded Me with Science"

    APR 23

    AI "She Blinded Me with Science"

    💥 Mic drop moment: 80% of the jobs being replaced by AI are held by women. 📍 Find Sundee’s free resources and register for her upcoming cohort at her StanStore🔗 ⁠https://stan.store/sundeewilliams⁠ In this episode of What’s Next, Gen X?, we’re diving deep into the not-so-scary world of AI with tech and automation expert Sundee Williams—and no, you don’t need to be a techie to keep up. Sundee is a Gen X powerhouse who walked away from corporate after seeing too many midlife women being overlooked and overworked. Now, she’s on a mission to help Gen Xers—especially women—reclaim their time and stay competitive using AI. Whether you're in corporate, reinventing after a layoff, or dreaming of building your own thing, Sundee breaks it down into real, actionable steps—no jargon, no BS. 🎧 Listen to the full episode for: Real talk on how Gen X can stay relevant in an AI-driven world Free tools + her step-by-step Solo Stack How to build confidence and a personal brand with ChatGPT A powerful message for women ready to take back their time 📍 Find Sundee’s free resources and register for her upcoming cohort at her StanStore 🔗 https://stan.store/sundeewilliams

    39 min
  6. How to bounce back & build the life. you actually want

    APR 16

    How to bounce back & build the life. you actually want

    🎁 BONUS: Free Workshop! Join Lisa’s free workshop The Circle of You to reflect, realign, and reconnect with what truly matters. Sign up: https://lisabien.com What happens when everything falls apart—your job, your marriage, your bank account—and you're still expected to hold it all together? In this powerful and laugh-out-loud conversation, we sit down with motivational speaker and author Lisa Bien, who shares how she lost it all—and found herself. Lisa’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and radical self-love. From career pivots to personal awakenings, Lisa teaches Gen Xers how to stop chasing perfection and start living on purpose. With her signature humor and honesty, she shares the mindset shifts that helped her—and thousands of others—bounce back stronger. 💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why “starting over” isn’t failure—it’s freedom The 4-step Bounce Back framework Lisa uses to rebuild after any setback How to use the “Circle of You” to assess what’s really going on in your life Why your job title is NOT your identity (and what to focus on instead) The one journal prompt that could unlock your next move How to stop people-pleasing, say no with confidence, and finally put yourself first 🎁 BONUS: Free Workshop! Join Lisa’s free workshop The Circle of You to reflect, realign, and reconnect with what truly matters. Sign up: https://lisabien.com 📚 Grab Lisa’s Book: Life Happens: Bounce Back — Available on Amazon now! 🔗 Stay Connected: Lisa’s website: https://lisabien.com Instagram: @lisabien What’s Next GenX: whatsnextgenx.com Follow us on LinkedIn & IG: @whatsnextgenx Nicole: renewedimpact.com

    46 min
  7. Work Your NetWork: How Gen X Can Build Connections to Open Doors

    APR 9

    Work Your NetWork: How Gen X Can Build Connections to Open Doors

    🎁 Free Audiobook Offer:Get The Power of Networking free on Spotify by messaging Michael on ⁠LinkedIn⁠ (Michael V Morgan, PMP) or via ⁠michaelvmorgan.com⁠ and mentioning “What’s Next GenX.” In this episode of What’s Next GenX, we’re joined by Michael Morgan—a powerhouse professional who’s worked at Amazon, Chevron, J.P. Morgan, and more. His secret weapon? Strategic, relationship-based networking that opens real opportunities—especially in midlife career transitions. Michael doesn’t just talk theory—he lives it. From creating employee networks that got the CEO’s attention to mastering the art of outreach, he’s built a career on connections that count. 💥 Key Takeaways: 🎯 Treat Networking Like It’s Part of Your Job Whether you’re employed or laid off, remote or in-office, networking needs to be a consistent practice. Block time each week and connect with purpose—internally and externally. 💬 Build Real Relationships, Not Transactions Gen Xers often hesitate to “ask for help,” but Michael reminds us: your network isn’t just who you know—it’s who knows you. Be genuine, be helpful, and stay top of mind. 🔗 Your LinkedIn Strategy Can Make or Break You Recruiters see your mutual connections—so work them. Use posts, messages, and commonalities (like alumni networks) to warm up cold intros and get referrals that matter. ✨ Michael shares how volunteering in ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) elevated his visibility and leadership reputation—earning him shoutouts from execs and career-defining relationships. 🎁 Free Audiobook Offer: Get The Power of Networking free on Spotify by messaging Michael on LinkedIn or via michaelvmorgan.com and mentioning “What’s Next GenX.” 🧠 Whether you're reentering the job market or thinking about what's next, this episode will reset how you approach career growth and connection.

    34 min
  8. From STUCK to Started.

    APR 2

    From STUCK to Started.

    What's the #1 thing we hear? "I'm just stuck" Or some version of I don't even know where to begin. So we have something special for you today. A FREE guide to use AI to take your personal and professional strengths and suggest business ideas for you! With 10 simple questions and a copy/paste into CHAT GPT you can get the spark to start something. You can get it here!

    18 min
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You've built your career—now it's time to build your future. If you’re a GenXer wondering, "Is this all there is?" you're not alone. Each week, we deliver real talk, fresh ideas, and practical strategies to help you find your NEXT chapter—without walking away from everything you've worked so hard for. Tune in for the inspiration, tools, and community you've been looking for. Your next move starts here.

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    TheGenXCo
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    2024 - 2025
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