Speaking Topics

Today's "50- and 60-somethings" can expect to live longer, healthier lives than any previous generation. Ensuring that these years are rewarding and fulfilling will require self exploration and more than a little bit of planning.

Certified life coach and retirement coaching specialist, Roberta Taylor is dedicated to helping individuals and couples in midlife and beyond to redefine retirement and recreate themselves in the second half of their lives. She is available to speak with groups and organizations interested in learning more about these and related topics. See Roberta's list of past workshops and presentations

Her most popular topics include:

10 Steps Toward a Successful Retirement

In this talk Roberta shares practical advice on how to create a meaningful post-career life. Gleaned from the experiences and best practices of people who have successfully made this transition, the key points covered in this session include:

• Anticipating if, when, and how you want to leave your current job or career.
• Realizing that transition is a process, not an event; expecting and handling the inevitable ups and downs.
• Taking time to know yourself; "who" do your really want to be in the next chapter of your life
• Exploring how you want to be using your time, energy, and resources.
• Taking care of your mind, body, and spirit.

What Will I Do With The Rest of My Life?

Life transition is an opportunity for a new beginning. Career and family demands take precedence for so many years that people often arrive at their fifties and sixties out-of-touch with who they are and what they want out of life.

This session provides tips and ideas for exploring your life purpose and defining your unique gifts - the essential first steps in creating a life aligned with your goals, aspirations, and values.

Flying Solo inMid-Life and Beyond

Let's face it. Life in these United States revolves around nuclear families and married couples. If you are an older adult and single, chances are you have felt left-out of the social mainstream on more than one occasion. For those who are newly single, the transition from couple to solo can be particularly challenging. In this session, Roberta provides sound, practical information on recreating your identity, forming new relationships, and confronting limiting beliefs that may be holding you back from living a fulfilled life.

Work-Life Balance

Is your life out of balance? Do you experience symptoms of stress and burnout such as more frequent accidents or illness that keep you out of work? Today the separation between work and home life have diminished, and achieving balance has become more relevant than ever before. A few simple self assessment tools will help to clarify your priorities so that you can take advantage of changes that support a more balanced and healthy life style.

Managing Successful Transition

Change puts us into transition which may cause stress, confusion, and the feeling of being overwhelmed. Being familiar with the map of transition can help you feel more grounded and empowered when being faced with inevitable life events. Learning some simple tools will help you more smoothly navigate the sometimes rocky road of transition and lead to more positive outcomes.

Are You Using Your Skills and Strengths?

Studies show that people who use their strengths and skills are happier and more fulfilled. Your work life can be enhanced by learning about your key strengths and skills and using them more effectively. Shifting how you experience work can lead to a more positive attitude and greater satisfaction in general. When you're satisfied and enjoy what you're doing, you are more productive, enjoy an increased sense of wellness, and contribute to a more positive work environment.

Handling the Holidays

Are you stressed just thinking about the holidays? Do you feel anxious, depressed or tired? Do you find yourself responding by self-soothing with food, alcohol, or spending too much money? Holidays can be bitter sweet, bringing up unresolved family issues, loss and memories of the past, worries about money, and unrealistic expectations. Learn how to manage holiday stress, make better choices, and appreciate the "true" gifts you have to offer.

Contact Roberta

These topics are representative of talks Roberta has delivered to groups and organizations, typically as one hour presentations/discussions. However, Roberta can modify her content to meet the specific needs of your organizations. If you would like Roberta to speak to your group or organization, please contact her at rkt@pathmaking.com or 781-237-7979.