
Amii Barnard-Bahn: Navigating Happiness Beyond 50
11/16/23 • 32 min
Amii is a dynamic advocate for women's issues, as she shares her rich and adventurous journey beyond the age of 50. Unveil the layers of her unconventional career path, blending a role at a law firm with a thriving coaching practice. Amii is a partner at Kaplan and Walker, and she's also CEO of Barnard-Bahn Coaching & Consulting.
With 20 years of Fortune 500 executive experience under her belt, Amii's narrative offers a personal touch, from her working mom experiences to her passion for the arts and a 28-year marriage that originated at the opera. We unfold reflections on language immersion and cultural exploration, spiced with dreams infused with Mandarin words and a touch of humor about age milestones.
Tackling the challenges faced by senior women in corporate settings, Amii sheds light on gendered sexism, ageism, and the power dynamics of layoffs. Discover her hopeful outlook on macroeconomic forces driving positive changes for women in their 50s and 60s.
"50 Not Dead" emerges as more than a podcast on age; it's a platform empowering women to take charge of their careers, find happiness beyond success, and navigate the intriguing journey beyond 50.
Get in touch with Amii:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amiibarnardbahn/
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If you'd like to share YOUR story on the 50 Not Dead podcast: contact me at https://www.50NotDead.com/ or
https://[email protected]
Are you in your 50's (or turning 50 soon) and ready to get to next? Here are some ways I can help:
- Download my Networking 101 guide and take steps to further your reach!
- Book a call with me! I offer multiple coaching packages based on where you are right now; ranging from re-entering the workforce to executive-level leadership coaching.
- Join my next Mental Fitness Cohort to dive deep into what's sabotaging your success.
Amii is a dynamic advocate for women's issues, as she shares her rich and adventurous journey beyond the age of 50. Unveil the layers of her unconventional career path, blending a role at a law firm with a thriving coaching practice. Amii is a partner at Kaplan and Walker, and she's also CEO of Barnard-Bahn Coaching & Consulting.
With 20 years of Fortune 500 executive experience under her belt, Amii's narrative offers a personal touch, from her working mom experiences to her passion for the arts and a 28-year marriage that originated at the opera. We unfold reflections on language immersion and cultural exploration, spiced with dreams infused with Mandarin words and a touch of humor about age milestones.
Tackling the challenges faced by senior women in corporate settings, Amii sheds light on gendered sexism, ageism, and the power dynamics of layoffs. Discover her hopeful outlook on macroeconomic forces driving positive changes for women in their 50s and 60s.
"50 Not Dead" emerges as more than a podcast on age; it's a platform empowering women to take charge of their careers, find happiness beyond success, and navigate the intriguing journey beyond 50.
Get in touch with Amii:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amiibarnardbahn/
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If you'd like to share YOUR story on the 50 Not Dead podcast: contact me at https://www.50NotDead.com/ or
https://[email protected]
Are you in your 50's (or turning 50 soon) and ready to get to next? Here are some ways I can help:
- Download my Networking 101 guide and take steps to further your reach!
- Book a call with me! I offer multiple coaching packages based on where you are right now; ranging from re-entering the workforce to executive-level leadership coaching.
- Join my next Mental Fitness Cohort to dive deep into what's sabotaging your success.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaliepincham/
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If you'd like to share YOUR story on the 50 Not Dead podcast: contact me at https://www.50NotDead.com/ or
https://[email protected]
Are you in your 50's (or turning 50 soon) and ready to get to next? Here are some ways I can help:
- Download my Networking 101 guide and take steps to further your reach!
- Book a call with me! I offer multiple coaching packages based on where you are right now; ranging from re-entering the workforce to executive-level leadership coaching.
- Join my next Mental Fitness Cohort to dive deep into what's sabotaging your success.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabellemfortin/
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If you'd like to share YOUR story on the 50 Not Dead podcast: contact me at https://www.50NotDead.com/ or
https://[email protected]
Are you in your 50's (or turning 50 soon) and ready to get to next? Here are some ways I can help:
- Download my Networking 101 guide and take steps to further your reach!
- Book a call with me! I offer multiple coaching packages based on where you are right now; ranging from re-entering the workforce to executive-level leadership coaching.
- Join my next Mental Fitness Cohort to dive deep into what's sabotaging your success.
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