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Career/Retirement


Starting a New Chapter: Meet Rhonda Snider Collins
Rhonda Collins has enjoyed a full life—and now in retirement, she’s on her next chapter focused on more self-care and new adventures.

Womankind
Apr 29, 20234 min read


Always Creating: Artist Raquel Ocando
Raquel Ocando’s journey from architect to artist shows how mentors and friendships can have a profound effect on our creative success.

Mara Soloway
Feb 25, 20236 min read


Resume Advice for Seasoned Job Seekers
Many older women are searching for new jobs, but their resume communicates that they’re too old for the position. Learn tips that will help

Rhonda Collins
Nov 19, 20224 min read


Fashion Icon Iris Apfel: Breaking Stereotypes with Style
If you want a picture of true life-long learning, you needn’t look any further than Iris Apfel.
Dorian Martin
Oct 23, 20223 min read


Uncovering the Importance of Cover Letters
Many women are surprised to be looking for a new job at midlife. One key—and often-overlooked—way to get noticed is a strong cover letter.

Rhonda Collins
Oct 2, 20225 min read


Forever Young: Meet Jacki Paone
I Start Wondering’s new feature highlights amazing women who are thriving at midlife and beyond. Let us introduce you to Jacki Paone.

Womankind
Oct 1, 20222 min read


Ana Villaronga Reinvents the Local Art Museum
Art Museum TX is redefining what visiting and showing one’s work in a museum are all about, thanks to Ana Villaronga’s driving force.

Mara Soloway
Aug 27, 20228 min read


The Importance of Doing Nothing Important
Many long for retirement, but we often don’t take into account the life transition that we face.

Rhonda Collins
Jul 16, 20226 min read


Bari Jenks: Art as Language of Understanding
Optimism and faith serve us well during our lives. Example: Bari Jenks, whose artistry and storytelling are thriving.

Mara Soloway
Feb 19, 20227 min read


Artist Mary Lynch: All Things Are Possible
Who says you can't pursue your passion through education at midlife? Embracing these opportunities can open up whole new horizons in life.

Mara Soloway
Nov 13, 20215 min read


Embracing Your Ever-Changing Personal Work Style
Everyone has a different creative process. Taking time to analyze yours can help you tap into your creativity.

Brenda Riojas
Aug 28, 20214 min read


Acclaimed Ballerina Wendy Whelan on Pointe in Reinventing Herself
Women at midlife often face professional transitions. Wendy Whelan offers an example of how to begin to chart your own course in life.
Dorian Martin
Jan 8, 20193 min read
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