S2: Ep. 24 Why the Over-50s Are Leaving Corporate to Start Businesses

Have you ever hit a certain age and realised the corporate ladder is suddenly being pulled out of reach? What if stepping out of the traditional workforce and starting your own business is not a step backwards, but the ultimate pivot for your professional future? For many women over 50, the traditional job market presents harsh realities. Severe ageism means finding a new senior role can take up to 18 months and often comes with a significant salary cut. Rather than accepting these limitations, many are redefining what career progression for women looks like by launching their own enterprises. Surprisingly, 76% of female business owners are over the age of 45, yet they remain vastly underrepresented in the media and receive a shockingly low percentage of venture capital funding. In this episode, visibility coach and She's The Boss founder Jules Brooke sheds light on the realities of being a female founder later in life. Jules discusses why women over 50 are starting businesses driven by legacy and impact rather than just profit, and why many intend to keep working well into their seventies. We explore the hidden barriers to business growth, such as imposter syndrome and a lack of access to funding, and how the traditional path of career progression for women can be reimagined through strategic partnerships and global networking. 🎧 Press play now to discover how to navigate ageism and take charge of your professional trajectory. In this episode, you will: ✅ Learn the shocking statistics about female founders, including why women receive only 1% of venture capital funding and win only 13% of business awards. ✅ Understand how ageism in the corporate world is driving a massive wave of entrepreneurship for women over 50. ✅ Discover practical strategies to grow your business and increase your visibility using collaboration and global networking on platforms like LinkedIn. About Jules Brooke Jules Brooke is a speaker and coach specialising in visibility for female entrepreneurs. She is the founder of Handle Your Own PR, Australian Women Speakers, and She's The Boss, a community dedicated to women business owners over 45. Through online and offline events, a YouTube channel, and international retreats, Jules connects and empowers women to step into the spotlight and build legacy businesses. Resources & Link 🌐 Website: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ 📖 Directory: https://shesthebossdirectory.com/ 🎓 Mentoring: https://shesthebossgroup.com/mentoring/ 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shestheboss 📘 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shesthebossgroup 🔗 LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/julesbrooke Financially Empowered Women Podcast The Financially Empowered Women Podcast is for women who want to take control of their financial future and make a lasting impact. Each week, we bring on expert guests to answer real listener questions, helping them break financial barriers, build wealth, and invest in social change. Whether you’re looking to master your money, grow your income, or use your wealth as a force for good, this podcast gives you the tools to make it happen. Next Steps Join the community for free resources to help you take control of your financial future at www.women4homes.com