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EPISODE · Jun 2, 2025 · 25 MIN

Pivot and Persevere: A letter of love for the class of 2025 and all entering a new era

from Call Her Boss | Women Helping Women Thrive in Business, Family & Life · host Elizabeth Ackerson, ARNP

Join me as I share heartfelt wisdom and advice for the Class of 2025 from college, high school or beyond. Reflecting on my own high school graduation and my daughter's recent milestone, let's discuss what truly matters in life beyond grades and achievements. Learn about the value of relationships, resilience, adaptability, and self-kindness. Get ready to face uncertainty, loneliness, failure, burnout, and imposter syndrome with strength and grace. Your journey is just beginning, and I'm here to remind you that the best is yet to come! 00:00 Welcome Class of 2025! 00:05 Reflecting on Personal Experiences 01:40 What Won't Matter After Graduation 06:08 What Will Matter: Relationships and Resilience 13:28 Facing the Future: Challenges and Advice 20:53 Final Words of Wisdom  

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Let’s talk this week to the Class of 2025. Reflecting on my own experiences as I mark the 20-year reunion of my high school graduation. I offer insights into what will and won’t matter as they step into the next phase of their lives. I emphasize the importance of character, resilience, and the ability to pivot. I encourage the graduates to build meaningful relationships, handle pressure with grace, and develop a kind internal dialogue. As they face uncertainty, loneliness, failure, burnout, and imposter syndrome, they are reminded that they have the tools to navigate these challenges and reinvent themselves. This episode is packed with practical advice and wisdom aimed at helping the graduates make the most of the exciting journey ahead. 00:00 Welcome Class of 2025! 00:05 Reflections on Motherhood and Mentorship 01:40 What Won’t Matter After Graduation 06:08 What Will Matter: Relationships and Resilience 13:28 Facing the Future: Challenges and Advice 20:53 Final Words of Wisdom

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