Welcome back to another episode of MOJO: The Meaning of Life and Business! In today's episode, host Jennifer Glass tackles a subject that so many of us push off until it's almost too late—retirement planning. But we're not just talking about the dollars and cents. It's about figuring out what you actually want your life to look like after you leave the daily grind.

Joining Jennifer is Wendy Leggett, a certified professional coach and founder of Conflux Retirement Coaching. With over 25 years of experience in corporate sales leadership, Wendy specializes in non-financial retirement life planning. Together, they dig into why you need a holistic plan for your next chapter—not just a financial one—and how to create a fulfilling, vibrant life in retirement.

Wendy shares how having a "runway" into retirement can make all the difference, and offers practical advice on finding purpose, maintaining connections, adopting a positive mindset, and avoiding the common pitfalls that can make retirement less enjoyable than anticipated. Plus, she introduces her "No Regrets Retirement" worksheet, designed to help you imagine—and start living—your ideal future now.

Whether you’re a business owner mapping your exit or just starting to think about retirement, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you transition smoothly and purposefully. So grab your headphones and get ready for some powerful strategies to design your best years yet!

About my guest: Wendy Leggett is a Certified Professional Coach and owner of Conflux Retirement Coaching, specializing in non-financial retirement life planning. With 25 years of corporate sales leadership experience, she guides clients through a fulfilling retirement transition, focusing on well-being, identity, and positive aging.

Connect with Wendy on LinkedIn and on the web at https://confluxretirementcoaching.com/

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Welcome to a special Independence Day episode of MOJO: The Meaning of Life and Business! As the United States celebrates its 249th birthday, host Jennifer Glass invites you to reflect on the bold spirit that inspired our nation’s birth—and how that same spirit is essential for business owners today. Jennifer takes us back to the revolutionary courage of America’s founders, who dared to fight for true freedom and self-determination against overwhelming odds. She challenges entrepreneurs to consider whether they’re truly independent in their businesses, or if they’re still chained to bad clients, overwhelming workloads, and companies that can’t run without them.

In this episode, Jennifer dives deep into what real freedom looks like for business owners. It’s not just about waving flags and watching fireworks, but about gaining financial independence, creating systems that generate income even when you’re not there, and building lasting profit rather than just chasing revenue. She reminds us that our customers play a central role—the true “bosses” in our businesses—and urges us to nurture those relationships thoughtfully. Jennifer also emphasizes the importance of stepping away, trusting your team, and avoiding burnout, so both you and your employees can enjoy the true rewards of entrepreneurial life.

Drawing a powerful line between the country’s founding ideals and today’s business realities, Jennifer encourages listeners to declare their own independence this July 4th—freedom from stress, overwork, and inefficiency. Tune in for inspiring insights, practical advice, and a heartfelt reminder of the value small businesses bring to our communities and economies. Here’s to your success, and happy 4th of July!

Keywords: Independence Day, entrepreneurship, small business, financial independence, work-life balance, cash flow, profit, revenue, systems, business automation, business freedom, customer retention, business owners, burnout, overhead, business mentors, business impact, making a difference, community impact, team management, client relationships, business decision-making, business growth, GDP, business opportunities, collaboration, delegation, business legacy, American history, Declaration of Independence

Welcome to another inspiring episode of MOJO: The Meaning of Life and Business! Are you stuck in a 9-to-5, dreaming about launching your own business or pursuing that “something more” after hours? You’re not alone—and today’s show is all about navigating that leap from corporate comfort to entrepreneurial adventure.

Host Jennifer Glass is joined by Tabatha Jones, CEO of Empowered Leadership Coaching and the “Corporate Escape Sherpa,” who specializes in guiding midlife women toward career freedom. Drawing from her own journey leaving a high-powered corporate role at 50, Tabatha shares her candid insights on how to prepare emotionally and financially for your next act. Together, they explore the practical steps, mindset shifts, and real-life challenges that come with balancing your day job while building a side business—and how to know when it’s finally time to take the plunge.

Whether you’re contemplating a transition, wondering how to manage those uncertain finances, or curious about what it really takes to make your dreams a reality, you’ll find plenty of wisdom and encouragement in this episode. So, if you’re ready to learn how women just like you are building profitable, purpose-driven businesses—without risking their security—tune in for actionable advice, relatable stories, and the push you need to take that first step.

About my guest: Tabatha Jones, CEO of Empowered Leadership Coaching, is The Corporate Escape Sherpa guiding midlife women to career freedom. After leaving corporate at 50, she helped Gen-X women advance but saw a growing need to support those ready to exit. Now, she helps ambitious women build profitable, purpose-driven businesses—without risking financial security. Known for her relatable style and transformational results, Tabatha empowers women to take bold steps toward their next act.

Connect with Tabatha on Instagram, LinkedIn, and on the web at https://www.empowered-leader.com/

And don't forget to get Tabatha's special gift for you: Your Corporate Escape Plan: 10 Steps to Map Your Bold Next Act