It took me far too long to realize my usual/old way of showing up as a leader wasn’t working anymore. After 30 years as a pastor leading the flock the methods I used didn't work as a CEO of a 250 staff - $30 million dollar organization. I didn’t change fast enough and the board showed me the door after 14 months! There’s a moment in every seasoned leader’s life when the old methods stop producing results even if they still feel right. That tension isn’t failure it’s feedback telling you the time for change is now! Where is your leadership asking you to get ready for the next season?

I've always been a x self-starter. What that also involved not waiting to have all my ducks in a row. Sometimes, (wish it was every time) it worked out great. Many times it was a disaster! (Exaggerating a little) Clarity rarely gives certainty but it can provide direction. Leaders don’t wait until they feel 100% sure—they move when the direction is clear enough. What small step of direction is already in front of you?

If you’ve joined this community, it likely wasn’t out of excitement or urgency. More often, it’s because something in your leadership no longer fits the way it used to and you’re ready to look at that honestly. Reinvented Leaders 50+ exists for experienced leaders who know their value hasn’t disappeared, but recognize that the way they’ve been positioned, used, or perceived may be misaligned with their judgment and experience. This is not a space for hustle, reinvention theater, or influencer-style leadership. It’s a calm, thoughtful environment for leaders who are ready to realign authority, clarity, and relevance without noise or performance. How This Community Works This is a thinking space, not a proving ground. You don’t get value here by posting often or sharing everything. You get value by: - Reading carefully - Reflecting honestly - Noticing patterns in yourself and others - Speaking when something feels clear not urgent Quiet participation is welcome. Thoughtful engagement is valued. There is no pressure to move faster than your clarity allows. How to Begin When you’re ready, introduce yourself in the Community tab. You don’t need a résumé or backstory. Keep it simple. Share: - Who you are - Where you’re from - One challenge you’re navigating as you realign or reinvent your leadership - One hope you have for this season This is a respectful, peer-level space. You’re not here to impress anyone. A Few Important Standards To protect the culture, we keep a few clear boundaries: - No hustle language - No self-promotion - No advice unless it’s explicitly invited - No performance or positioning We prioritize reflection, perspective, and calm clarity. Disagreement is welcome and keep in mind posturing is not. A Final Orientation - There’s no finish line here. - No timeline you need to match. - No expectation to “level up.” Reinvention at this stage isn’t loud—it’s deliberate. Take your time - Engage when it’s useful - Step back when it’s not.