The Era of Enough

Aug 13

Episode 20: The Era of Enough: No More. No Less.

WITH GUEST ALISIA GILL
What if the career you’ve built isn’t the life you want anymore? For Gen X women, the rules of success we followed in our 20s and 30s often don’t match the reality – or the priorities – of life in our 40s and 50s. In this episode, Alisia Gill, founder and CEO of Era of Enough™, joins me to talk about how to rewrite your career story so it aligns with the life you want now, not the one you were told to want decades ago.

Key Themes from the Episode:

The Double Meaning of "Enough"
Alisia’s company name carries two powerful messages: “I’ve had enough” signals the breaking point that sparks change, while “I am enough” is the affirmation that you already have the experience, skills, and worth to create the career you want.
The Rear View Mirror Framework
By looking back at your past roles, choices, and patterns, you can see not only how you got here, but also which strengths and experiences you want to carry forward. It’s about reframing the story you tell yourself so it points toward possibility, not regret.
Navigating Regret Without Living in It
Midlife career shifts often bring “I should have…” thoughts. Alisia shares how to acknowledge them without letting them paralyze you, turning them instead into clarity about your next move.
Making Trade-offs with Intention
Every career decision involves giving something up. The difference now? Choosing trade-offs that support your well-being, priorities, and sense of purpose—rather than simply fitting someone else’s definition of success.
Acting Before the ‘Right’ Time
Waiting for perfect timing often means never making a move. We talk about why starting now, before you feel 100% ready, can be the most powerful step you take.

Research from the Pew Research Center and Harvard Business Review shows that Gen X workers value autonomy, meaningful work, and work-life balance more than ever before. Many are entering what experts call the “Reinvention Decade,” a stage where accumulated skills and life experience make career pivots not just possible, but powerful. Alisia’s approach taps directly into this shift, giving women the tools to navigate it with clarity and confidence.

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