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Power of After Show

Power of After Show

By: Deborah Johnson
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 The Power of After Show is a podcast for midlife professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone asking, "What's next?" If you're feeling stuck, ready for a career change, or searching for purpose in the second half of life, this show helps you gain clarity and direction. Hosted by Deborah Johnson, this podcast focuses on midlife transition, career change after 40 and 50, personal growth, and designing your next chapter with purpose. You'll learn how to leverage your experience, skills, and relationships to build a meaningful life, business, or lifestyle that aligns with who you are now. Each month, you'll hear: -Practical strategies for navigating midlife change and uncertainty -Mindset shifts to help you move forward when you feel stuck -Conversations on relationships, finances, and life transitions -Insights on using technology and AI to support your next chapter -Real-life discussions with Deborah and her husband Greg on marriage, family, and life after raising children Whether you're considering a career pivot, starting a business, or redefining success, this podcast gives you the tools and perspective to move forward with confidence. Your next chapter isn't behind you—it's waiting to be built. 🎧 Learn more: https://PowerofAfter.com©Deborah Johnson 2019 Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Personal Development Personal Success
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  • 400.Feeling Left Behind by AI? Use It to Unlock Your Next Idea with Deborah Johnson

    400.Feeling Left Behind by AI? Use It to Unlock Your Next Idea with Deborah Johnson
    Apr 21 2026

    At some point in every career—often at mid-career or halftime of life—we pause and ask a simple but powerful question: What's next? Many professionals today have tremendous experience, skills, and wisdom, yet they also feel uncertainty as technology, especially artificial intelligence, reshapes the way we create and work. I've asked myself the same question I hear from others: How do I use AI without losing my voice or the value of my experience, especially as a creative? The truth is that AI isn't just another tech trend—it can become a creative partner. When used thoughtfully, even basic AI tools can help you expand ideas, refine your message, repurpose content, and bring new projects to life faster than ever before. The key insight is this: AI doesn't replace your creativity—it amplifies it. In today's episode, we'll explore how creativity with AI can help fuel your next big chapter. Full article here: https://GoalsForYourLife.com/creativity-with-ai

    YouTube Video of this show: https://youtu.be/YkPP06Sld34

    Get POWER OF AFTER BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3GpEGlJ

    Make sure you're getting all our podcast updates and articles! Get them here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter

    Resources with tools and guidance for mid-career individuals, professionals & those at the halftime of life seeking growth and fulfillment: http://HalftimeSuccess.com

    Chapters
    0:00 Introduction to the Power of After
    2:10 The Fear and Potential of AI in Mid-Career
    4:45 Experience as the Foundation for AI
    7:30 Refining Your Voice and Polishing Ideas
    10:15 Mining Outtakes and Repurposing Content
    13:00 Visualizing Ideas with AI Image Tools
    16:00 Brainstorming New Angles and Perspectives
    19:15 Organizing Your Creative Systems
    22:00 Why Human Insight is the Differentiator
    24:30 Applying AI to Your Next Chapter
    25:50 Final Encouragement and Resources

    #ai #creativity #careertransition #midlife #innovation
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    26 mins
  • 399.When Positivity Backfires—What Actually Helps with Paul Jenkins

    399.When Positivity Backfires—What Actually Helps with Paul Jenkins
    Apr 14 2026

    Live on Purpose is a timely conversation about how we navigate life's transitions with intention rather than reaction. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Paul Jenkins, who has spent decades helping individuals and families shift their mindset, reclaim a sense of purpose, and create lasting peace—especially during seasons of change. Together, we explore why transitions often challenge our thinking, how mindset shapes our emotional and physical responses, and what the science of positivity tells us about resilience, hope, and forward movement. When life feels uncertain, learning how to lead your thoughts can make all the difference in how—and how well—you move forward. More about Dr. Jenkins: https://drpauljenkins.com Full article here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/live-on-purpose

    YouTube Video of Show here: https://youtu.be/Itch7t6bpfY

    Get POWER OF AFTER BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3GpEGlJ

    Make sure you're getting all our podcast updates and articles! Get them here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter

    Resources with tools and guidance for mid-career individuals, professionals & those at the halftime of life seeking growth and fulfillment: http://HalftimeSuccess.com

    Chapters 0:00 Intro to living on purpose
    2:50 Meet Dr. Paul Jenkins the positivity psychologist
    5:45 From psychotherapy to coaching and mindset
    9:30 Why circumstances are neutral
    13:15 The psychology of judgment and comparison
    18:00 Understanding the evaluation model
    22:45 Using gratitude to shift your perspective
    27:15 The difference between evaluation and creation
    32:00 Overcoming anxiety and predicting the future
    36:30 Metacognition and thinking about your thinking
    41:00 Navigating relationships with adult children
    45:15 Brain hack one the gratitude power up
    49:45 Finding light in difficult health challenges
    53:00 Brain hack two the better by 8 rule
    56:15 Closing thoughts and resources
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    57 mins
  • 398.Why Faith Feels Distant—And How The Chosen Brings It Back with Deborah Johnson

    398.Why Faith Feels Distant—And How The Chosen Brings It Back with Deborah Johnson
    Apr 7 2026

    In an age dominated by streaming platforms, social media algorithms, and a constant flow of digital entertainment, it might seem unlikely that a series about the life of Jesus would become one of the most talked‑about global media phenomena of the past decade. Yet that is precisely what has happened with The Chosen, the multi‑season television drama created by Dallas Jenkins. What began as a modest, crowdfunded project has grown into an international cultural movement that is reshaping how biblical stories are presented in modern media. As Easter approaches each year—a season centered on the death and resurrection of Christ—the impact of The Chosen becomes even more meaningful. The series not only retells the Gospel story but also invites audiences to rediscover its humanity, relevance, and emotional depth in a way that resonates across generations and cultures. I wanted to trace a bit more of its history and discover why it broke through, especially in today's media climate. Full article here: https://GoalsForYourLife.com/the-chosen

    YouTube Video here: https://youtu.be/gAZzY0Rc7ZI Watch then subscribe!

    Get POWER OF AFTER BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3GpEGlJ

    Make sure you're getting all our podcast updates and articles! Get them here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/newsletter

    Resources with tools and guidance for mid-career individuals, professionals & those at the halftime of life seeking growth and fulfillment: http://HalftimeSuccess.com

    Chapters
    0:00 Intro and the Cultural Impact of The Chosen
    3:15 A Global Phenomenon Born Outside Hollywood
    7:40 Humanizing the Gospel Story and Characters
    11:20 A Surprisingly Diverse Global Audience
    14:05 Community Participation and Crowdfunding
    17:30 Faith-Based Media in a Changing Landscape
    20:15 Why the Message of Easter Still Resonates
    23:00 Closing Reflections: Your Power of After

    Subscribe to the channel for more insights on moving forward with intention and impact. Visit the link in the description to read the full article and access additional resources mentioned in this episode.

    #thechosen #easter #faith #storytelling #powerofafter
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    24 mins
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