Leaving Corporate: The Pre-Tirement Blueprint | EP10

Amy Palmer and Lisa Jones explore “pre-tirement” and the strategic decision to leave corporate life to find a more authentic professional identity.A former senior executive, award-winning actress, and lifetime content creator, Amy walked away from corporate life without a backup plan and discovered something unexpected on the other side.Key Topics ExploredThe decision to leave corporate without a backup planWhat “pre-tirement” means and why it’s resonating with so many womenHow corporate conditioning shaped who we thought we needed to beGen X vs. Gen Z: What each generation is getting right and what they can learn from each otherRedefining productivity and ambition outside of corporate metricsThe role of rest, spirituality, and listening to your bodyHow to redesign your life when you can’t leave your jobThe moment Amy turned down the “ideal” corporate roleChapters00:00 Introduction03:54 Leaving the Corporate World: The Decision to Transition06:30 Navigating Mental and Physical Health Challenges09:05 The Importance of Rest and Reflection11:43 Preparing for Change: Taking Breaks and Seeking Support14:22 Embracing Vulnerability and Asking for Help17:17 Shifting Focus: From Destination to Journey19:44 Creating a New Identity Beyond Corporate Expectations22:15 The Concept of Pre-Tirement: Redefining Retirement24:49 Finding Joy and Fulfillment Before Retirement27:18 Navigating Ageism and the Concept of Pre-tirement30:13 Generational Perspectives on Work and Life35:08 Creating Content and Finding Purpose38:46 Listening to Our Bodies and Redefining Success45:38 Expansive Leadership: Redefining AmbitionJoin the Community!Subscribe on Substack for exclusive content: Subscribe on Substack: leadershipstory.substack.comFollow on Instagram: @theleadershipstoryReal Women. Real Leadership. Real Resilience!™Connect with AmyFollow on Instagram: @amypalmer.todayWebsite: amypalmer.bioYouTube: Amy Palmer | Blueprint BreakersConnect with LisaFollow on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lisa-jones This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadershipstory.substack.com