Hello and welcome to THE FEISTY SIDE OF FIFTY,™ the site that celebrates a truly remarkable generation of women. We alpha boomers, now fifty plus but nowhere near matronly, are rockin’ on and still flaunting our famously bodacious spirit and style. In truth, how could it be otherwise? We ladies can be deservedly proud of our shared history and far-reaching accomplishments. The determined women of our generation drove through legislation that reversed centuries of discrimination and forever altered the role of being born female in this country. (A rather formidable triumph, I might add!) Better yet, the … Read More
Surefire Strategies for Mature Jobseekers
A Power-Packed Phrase That Will Jumpstart Your Job Search
Mature jobseekers are well aware of the fact that they face a number of unflattering stereotypes due to their age alone. However, by keeping one simple phrase in mind, you absolutely can overcome a number of negative preconceptions younger employers may be holding against you. In fact, you’ll be able to … Read More...
Review and Renew: Is Your Career Still Working for You?
Technical innovations, the globalization of the marketplace, increased competition, and demands from consumers have all contributed to making today’s workplace a volatile one. Terms like "change management," "life-long learning," "multi-tasking," and "cross functional skill sets" echo the demands now made … Read More...
Feisty Podcasts/Interviews
Immortality, Inc., An Interview With Chip Walter
We boomers have to admit that our flower power is now getting a wee bit long of tooth. The metaphor may be mixed but the message is the same—we are growing older. But, true to our revolutionary spirit, a number of our generation’s scientists are on an active quest to achieve immortality. And, according to our … Read More...
Is This Seat Taken? An Interview With Kristin Kaufman
Age has gifted many of us boomers with the growing urge to live lives of meaning and authenticity. And, if this is the case for you, you’ll want to be sure to catch this show on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio. Our guest has written a trilogy of books entitled, IS THIS SEAT TAKEN? Her collection of seemingly … Read More...
BOOMER LIFE BLOG
Why Hemp Seed Oil Is The Best Anti-Aging Solution
The only problem that troubles us more than aging is our skin falling prey to it. Age signs are the biggest insecurity we all fear. And with the change in lifestyle and extreme environmental parameters, it is almost impossible to escape the clutches of losing the youthful glow of our skin. The market has come up with a range of products such as antioxidant masks, oxygen facials, botox injections, and more to curb these signs. But, most of these solutions have low or no effect on reversing the signs of aging, and in some cases, people also tend to face side effects from using these methods. So, does that … Read More...
6 Excellent Caregiving Tips for Grandparents Helping Raise Their Grandkids
As more parents join the workforce to ensure higher income, more and more grandparents are becoming actively engaged in grandchild-rearing. Grandmothers and grandfathers around the world are stepping up to the plate in order to provide childcare, and although it is not an easy task, it sure can be rewarding. Here, six caregiving tips for grandparents helping raise their grandkids. Childproof your home Safety comes first, which is why you want to ensure your home is childproofed. Start by inspecting the rooms where your grandchildren spend most of their time when you’re taking care of them and be sure … Read More...
Immortality, Inc., An Interview With Chip Walter
We boomers have to admit that our flower power is now getting a wee bit long of tooth. The metaphor may be mixed but the message is the same—we are growing older. But, true to our revolutionary spirit, a number of our generation’s scientists are on an active quest to achieve immortality. And, according to our guest on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio, they just might pull it off! Chip Walter is a science author, filmmaker, and former CNN bureau chief whose books include Last Ape Standing and Thumbs, Toes, and Tears. Among other notable publications his writing has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, … Read More...
A Power-Packed Phrase That Will Jumpstart Your Job Search
Mature jobseekers are well aware of the fact that they face a number of unflattering stereotypes due to their age alone. However, by keeping one simple phrase in mind, you absolutely can overcome a number of negative preconceptions younger employers may be holding against you. In fact, you’ll be able to jumpstart your job search and market yourself, your skills and experience from a position of strength. This power-packed phrase is: Ongoing Professional Development. Here are three ways you’ll want to incorporate these three critical words in your job search campaign. Mature jobseekers are well aware … Read More...
Top Cosmetic Treatments for Aging Skin
As we age, our skin inevitably changes, which often results in wrinkles, fine lines, and loss of volume, all of which can contribute to saggy, lifeless skin. So, if you’re in your 50s and you’ve started to experience any of these, you’re definitely at the right place! Here are the top four cosmetic treatments for aging skin, so check them out and pick one to try out! Cosmetic treatment #1: Botox As you probably already know, Botulinum Toxin, also known as Botox, is one of the most popular non-invasive cosmetic procedures that successfully address aging skin. Botox injections are used to temporarily … Read More...
Is This Seat Taken? An Interview With Kristin Kaufman
Age has gifted many of us boomers with the growing urge to live lives of meaning and authenticity. And, if this is the case for you, you’ll want to be sure to catch this show on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio. Our guest has written a trilogy of books entitled, IS THIS SEAT TAKEN? Her collection of seemingly simple, yet profound, stories impart powerful lessons learned through the "seats" we sit in along the journey. Kristin Kaufman is a successful portfolio entrepreneur and a thought leader who founded Alignment, Inc., a company whose mission it is to serve individuals and corporations as they seek … Read More...