Nancy Kessler, founder of Memoirs Plus, discusses the challenges and experiences of her life that finally led her to start a business at the age of 58. Nancy shares how she worked at various jobs, but when she was fired at 58, she decided to take it as a sign and start her own business. Several people commented that her business idea would not make her rich, but she wanted to do something that made her happy and offered her the luxury of freedom while working comfortably for 30 hours a week. “When I got fired at 58, which, by the way, is on my calendar every day, it's listed as Freedom Day. It was the kick in the pants I needed to start my own business."- Nancy Kessler.Key Takeaways:- Understand what is important to you and use that as the framework for your decision making.- Be a collector of skills. Each role you play or job you take will allow you to hone your skills over time.- Do a lot of networking before you start any project. The realtionships you build will be invaluable as you move forward on your journey.Listen to the entire episode to learn more about Nancy and how she overcame the challenges in her life and business. About the guest:Memoirs Plus founder Nancy Kessler has a passion for listening and capturing the essence of a life. A former museum curator, she creates memoirs, producing a beautiful book to share with family, friends and future generations.Connect with Nancy at: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancykessler/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/memoirsplusWebsite: http://memoirsplus.com/ Interested in booking a free consultation? Schedule a call.Stay connected:Connect with Laura on LinkedIn@Rotters5 on TwitterConnect with Laura on FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelSubscribe to my newsletterGet your free copy of Unlock Your Money Blocks Workbook : Your step-by-step guide to unlocking your blocks to financial freedom.Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast does not constitute accounting, legal, tax, investment or financial advice. It’s for informational purposes only. You should seek appropriate professional advice for your specific information.

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