Ep 121 Creating Joy Drives Purpose and Fulfillment in Midlife

Welcome to episode 121 a takeaway episode from my conversation with Eric Wiechart on episode 120. Eric and I had a very meaningful conversation about his experience in the Inspired Leadership Initiative (ILI) at the University of Notre Dame. Here are three key discussion points from our conversation:1️⃣ Embrace Small Businesses2️⃣ Overcome Transition Challenges3️⃣ The Power of CohortThroughout his career, Eric acquired multiple small businesses/startups and ran them successfully. His most recent business, a glass company was transitioned to his daughter through a seven-year transition plan. Eric didn’t want another idea for a business, or a job. Eric realized that creating joy for others gives him joy. But, if you’ve been doing something for decades and you reach a point where you ask yourself, am I creating joy, maybe the answer to that question is not what you want it to be. It wasn’t for Eric Wiechart.Eric realized that at this stage in his life, creating joy is his purpose. He’s doing it through many activities, not just one. He’s advising and coaching, as well as maintaining a sense of creating joy in all his relationships. My challenge for you is to ask yourself, what role does creating joy for others play in your midlife fulfillment journey? Learn more about the Inspired Leadership Initiative at the University of Notre DameConnect with Eric Wiechart:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-wiechart-0734b36/Joy To The World sung by Pentatonix Mayo Clinic Report health benefits of being in service to others Connect with Bernie Borges:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernieborges/Twitter: https://twitter.com/bernieborgesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bernieborges/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@bernieborgesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bernieborgesEmail: [email protected] episode is powered by CastmagicRate & ReviewApple PodcastsSpotify Music attribution:Eyes Wide ShutOld Bossa Twin MusicomText us your feedback on the podcast.Get the Weekly Fulfill weekly newsletter and never miss an episode! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.