Not ready to retire. You're not done yet.
For women 55 and over who are still working, still wondering, and ready to write what comes next. We do it season by season, in person in Minnesota and in small circles on Zoom.
Book My Clarity ConversationYou have worked hard for years. Paying bills, raising kids, meeting goals other people set.
- You are not ready to retire, but you are wondering what is next.
- You have ideas for your next chapter and no clear first step.
- You have thought about changing careers or working for yourself, and starting over feels like too much.
- You know there is work that is yours to do, and you do not want to wait any longer.
If even one of these is true, you are in the right place.
"What I mean by Second Act is doing what you love, doing what the world needs you to do, expressing your magic and getting paid for what you know your magic is worth."Paula G. Forbes, J.D.
I practiced law for more than 32 years. Something more kept calling.
I had success doing work other people decided was important. But I wanted to do more than defend my clients. I wanted to reach the hearts and minds of people, so that everyone is seen for who they are and the gifts they bring.
The expectations of others, the fear of not having enough and a lack of confidence kept me where I was. Then I found a coach who helped me open the door to what I wanted and see the beliefs that had been holding me back. That is when I knew I could write, and star in, my own Second Act.
I have been writing it ever since. Now I help women do the same, one season at a time.
- Former General Counsel, Minneapolis Public Schools
- Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC)
- Licensed Insights Discovery™ practitioner
- Certified retreat leader
A Second Act is not one leap. It grows in seasons.
The Seasons of Manifestation is the process I use with every woman I work with. You can begin in whatever season you are in right now.
Clearing
Set down the expectations, fears and old scripts you are done carrying.
Planting
Name what you want and choose the few seeds worth your time and energy.
Bloom
Step into view. Let people see what you are becoming, and say it out loud.
Harvest
Gather what worked, honor what you built, and name the next act.
Start with one afternoon, or give yourself the whole year.
Not sure which fits? Your Clarity Conversation is the first step to each of these, and I'll help you choose.
A Seasonal Gathering
One afternoon in a small circle of women, working through the season we are in. You leave with your planner pages and a clearer next step.
$195 per season
The Second Act Journey
A three-day, in-person retreat in Minnesota, then six months in the Circle on Zoom, so the plan you make actually gets lived.
$4,500
The Second Act Circle
A monthly circle with women walking the same road, plus your Coherence Profile and a private session with me each season.
$2,400
Prefer to work one on one? Ask me about private coaching.
What season is your Second Act in?
Answer 10 questions and get a short reading of where you are, what this season is asking of you, and one step to take this week.
Take the quizIf you are leaning in, start with a conversation.
A free 30-minute Clarity Conversation with me. We will talk about where you are and what you want next, and whether one of these paths is right for you. No pitch, no pressure.
Choose a time with Paula
Questions women ask me
Do I have to quit my job?
No. Second Act is built for women who are still working, and every program is designed to fit around a full-time job.
What if I don't know what I want yet?
Then you're in the right place. Many women begin in Winter, the season of clearing. Not knowing yet is part of the work.
Do I need to want a business?
No. Some women build a coaching or consulting practice. Others want a creative project, a way to mentor, or simply more ease. Your second act is yours to define.
How much does it cost?
The Clarity Conversation is free. A Seasonal Gathering is $195, the Second Act Journey is $4,500 and the Second Act Circle is $2,400. Private coaching is priced on our call.
Is it in person or online?
Seasonal Gatherings and the Journey retreat meet in person in Minnesota. The Circle and private coaching meet on Zoom, so you can join from anywhere.
When does the next season begin?
The Winter season opens in January.
Your next season is already on its way
Winter opens in January, the season of clearing. Come into it knowing where you stand. Book 30 minutes with me, and leave with your season and your next step.
Book My Clarity Conversation