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
Job Interview Coming Up? Here Are 3 Keys to Building Immediate Rapport!
You’ve got an important job interview coming up. You know you have the skills for the position… but do you have the personality and style they are looking for? Are your values and work ethic a match with those of the organization? Will you fit with the rest of the team? Many hiring managers put greater … Read More...
Want to Find Work Fast? Be Sure You’re Avoiding These 3 Big Time-Wasters!
One of the best ways to find work quickly is to avoid the big three time-wasters that may well be sabotaging your efforts. Take a moment to ask yourself the following questions and be as honest as possible. By accurately assessing how you’re currently conducting your job search and then working smarter in the … Read More...
Feisty Podcasts/Interviews
David Baldacci: Redemption
Few writers can claim to keep millions of readers eagerly turning pages like bestselling author, David Baldacci. His novels have been heralded as “gripping,” “spellbinding” and “thrill producing.” Now David has added another soon-to-be bestseller to his already impressive list. In Redemption readers get to … Read More...
Vicky Ward Talks Kushner, Inc.
If you’re less than a fan of the current first family, you’ll want to devour every juicy tidbit our guest on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio, Vicky Ward, has to say. Vicky has delivered one of the most anticipated, amazing reads around. Her book is called, Kushner, Inc.: Greed. Ambition. Corruption. And, believe … Read More...
BOOMER LIFE BLOG
Transform Your Bedroom into a Sanctuary of Health and Happiness
The modern home can be a hectic place, especially if you have a couple of young ones running around and a vivacious pooch that wouldn’t take a bath even if the tub was filled with treats. Our home used to be a sanctuary and a safe haven where the troubles of the outside world couldn’t reach us, however, the modern world has become so chaotic that the stress is starting to seep into our living environment. If you care about your long-term well-being, you won’t allow this to persist. You need a relaxing, restorative space that’s free of technology and distractions, a space imbued with intimacy and … Read More...
David Baldacci: Redemption
Few writers can claim to keep millions of readers eagerly turning pages like bestselling author, David Baldacci. His novels have been heralded as “gripping,” “spellbinding” and “thrill producing.” Now David has added another soon-to-be bestseller to his already impressive list. In Redemption readers get to spend time with one of David’s most popular heroes, Amos Decker, as Decker reconnects with the first person he arrested for murder. The ex-prisoner, although now old and terminally ill, still maintains his innocence. Could Decker have put the wrong man behind bars? If you love a great tale told by a … Read More...
The Numerous Delights of Being a Dinosaur!
Most women over 50 will agree that nothing would make us trade-in our age and the way we feel about ourselves now (wrinkles and all) to return to our teen years and all of that angst: the pressures to fit-in… the insecurities… the pimples? No thank you! Although I try not to dwell on the number of candles that will be adorning my next birthday cake, I’ve never felt particularly old. Yes I have aches and pains and, yes, I can’t push myself like I used to. But, when I get sufficient rest and take care of my physical needs, I consider myself pretty spy. In fact, in many ways, I feel younger than I felt in … Read More...
Job Interview Coming Up? Here Are 3 Keys to Building Immediate Rapport!
You’ve got an important job interview coming up. You know you have the skills for the position… but do you have the personality and style they are looking for? Are your values and work ethic a match with those of the organization? Will you fit with the rest of the team? Many hiring managers put greater weight on attributes such as attitude and personality than they do on skills and education. In fact, Sir Richard Branson was quoted in an article in Inc.magazine as saying: “In my eyes, personality always wins over book smarts. Company knowledge and job-specific skills can be learned, but you can't train … Read More...
Spring Cleaning: It’s Time To Declutter!
Decluttering your house is one of those things that is easier said than done. The clutter in your home could have accumulated over years and years of indecision. It can be incredibly overwhelming, and the process of cleaning up the clutter is often more stressful than just living in the clutter. But the payoff is worth it. Living in a clutter-free home will significantly improve your quality of life, making the stress of decluttering worth it. But, where do you start? You can’t just grab a trash bag a box and go nuts. You need to have a plan. The absolute first thing you have to do before you can … Read More...
Vicky Ward Talks Kushner, Inc.
If you’re less than a fan of the current first family, you’ll want to devour every juicy tidbit our guest on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio, Vicky Ward, has to say. Vicky has delivered one of the most anticipated, amazing reads around. Her book is called, Kushner, Inc.: Greed. Ambition. Corruption. And, believe me, this book is addictive! Vicky joined us to share all about the First Daughter and her spouse, better known as Javanka. So pull up a chair, grab your coffee and prepare to be mesmerized as this celebrated author spills the inside scoop on one of the most famous (or, according to some, “infamous”) … Read More...