At 68, Ande is not just a four-time founder and serial podcaster, but a true champion in dissolving ageist beliefs. Her podcast, "Don't Be Caged by Your Age," inspires folks to thrive beyond 65 by redefining societal norms and embracing age with pride.

In our enlightening discussion, Ande shared her journey of being "unemployable" since 1992 and how she empowered herself as a reluctant entrepreneur. Her stories of resilience, innovation, and wisdom are truly inspiring.

Here are 3 key takeaways from our conversation:

1. Embrace Your Authentic Self: Ande encourages us to celebrate our age and the wisdom that comes with it. Her mantra, "Pastures are for horses, not humans," invites us to participate actively in life at any age.

2. Overcome Adversity with Strength: From overcoming labor law challenges in a traditional workplace to thriving as an entrepreneur, Ande’s story is a testament to resilience. Her ability to raise substantial funding for startups showcases that passion and determination can drive success at any stage.

3. Challenge Ageist Norms: Through both personal experiences and professional endeavors, Ande highlights the importance of breaking age-related stereotypes. Her work is paving the way for others to pursue new dreams, proving that age is just a number.

Tune into our full conversation with Ande Lyons on My Cotton Patch Moments and be inspired to age out loud and proud!

Find Ande Lyons in these places:

Website: https://www.dontbecagedbyyourage.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/896290418961917

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This podcast is hosted by Mildred J. Mills. Mildred writes raw and poignant stories describing monumental highs and devastating lows as she takes her reader and listener on a journey of laughter and tears. Mildred survived a childhood of picking cotton on her strict, domineering father’s farm and thrived in a male-dominant IT industry for forty years.

You can find Mildred's memoir, "Daddy’s House: A Daughter’s Memoir of Setbacks, Triumphs & Rising Above Her Roots" here.

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