Graduating From Work: What's Next? With Joe Sumekh

What happens when work ends—who are you then?In this episode of Fifteen Minutes with Amy and Faith, we’re joined by life coach Joe Sumekh, who challenges the idea of “retirement” and introduces a more empowering concept: graduating from work.Together, we explore what it means to step into your next chapter with purpose, how to reconnect with yourself after years of responsibility, and why this stage of life can be the most meaningful yet.If you’ve ever wondered “what’s next?”—this conversation is for you.00:00 Welcome to Fifteen Minutes with Amy and Faith00:06 Breathing exercise00:50 Introducing Joe Sumekh01:46 What does “graduating from work” mean?03:49 Taking lessons into your next chapter04:20 Finding purpose after work05:43 A lifelong search for meaning07:20 Why purpose can feel hard to find08:22 Teaching your kids through how you live09:31 Fear of “what’s next”10:19 Modeling passion for your children11:37 Reacquainting yourself with YOU12:29 Living vs. existing13:08 Being present and creating “magic”14:19 What legacy looks like15:23 Fulfillment through reflection16:09 Listener invitation + future conversations17:03 This stage of life for Gen X17:49 Joe’s message: “Life is good when…”