This Empty Nest Life
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136. From Newspaper Jokes To 40 Million Views with Leighton Hart
Send Jay comments via text Ever catch yourself thinking, “If I really tried, I’d be good at that”? This protective thought often keeps us from taking risks, especially during midlife transitions. In this compelling episode, we sit down with Leighton Hart, the creator behind Leighton Writes, to explore the journey of modern midlife reinvention. Leighton shares his insights on navigating early creative sparks, blogging while raising young kids, falling silent during corporate seasons, and eventually deciding to build a public voice online. He emphasizes that showing who you are is more impactful than simply telling, and explains how to maintain a clear personal brand while doing brand stewardship effectively. We also dive into the messy aspects of this transition: the sting of criticism, the urge to quit just before achieving momentum, and the identity shifts accompanying the empty nest phase. Leighton’s grounding message is simple: chase your curiosity, take the shot, and avoid the regret of wondering what could have been. Key Highlights & Takeaways: Discover the spark that fuels creativity and storytelling.Learn how to build a public voice with a personal brand on social media.Understand the realities of entrepreneurship at 40 and 50.Explore the importance of consistency and resilience in your journey.Embrace the power of curiosity in creating a fulfilling second act.Leighton Hart Bio: Leighton Hart is the creator behind Leighton Writes, a fast-growing social media presence known for its humor, insight, and relatable take on mid-life reinvention. Before becoming a full-time creator, Leighton spent two decades building and selling businesses. Leighton also serves as a content creator and marketing strategist for Turtleson, a national men’s apparel brand, where he helps shape storytelling, social strategy, and ambassador relationships. His content offers a grounded, funny, and encouraging perspective for anyone navigating the middle stretch of life or seeking a fresh creative spark. Find Leighton Online: LinkedIn, Instagram, Website Support the show WANT TO BE A GUEST ON THIS EMPTY NEST LIFE? Send Jay Ramsden a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thisemptynestlife BECOME A VIP SUBSCRIBER (Join Today!) Bonus Content for Subscribers OnlyEpisode ShoutoutsThank You EmailsPrivate Meet & Greets via Zoom+ MoreENJOY THE SHOW? Don’t miss an episode, subscribe via Apple Podcasts or follow on Spotify and many more. Review us on Love the Podcast, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify -- reviews and ratings help others find us and we’d appreciate your support greatly.
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