SummaryIn this episode of Grit, Grace and Glitz, Erika Rothenberger sits down with coach and former corporate executive Kristen Ripmaster to discuss what it means to live your legacy now instead of waiting for “someday.”Kristen shares her journey from a 20-year corporate career to entrepreneurship, revealing how she learned to trust her intuition, embrace uncertainty, and create a life aligned with her values. Together, Erika and Kristen explore personal growth, midlife awakenings, overcoming fear, defining success on your own terms, and the power of taking small, intentional steps toward the life you truly want.If you've ever felt like there's something more for you, but aren't sure where to start, this conversation will inspire you to stop waiting and start moving.Tune in for a powerful reminder that your next chapter doesn't begin someday. It begins today.In This Episode, You'll Learn• Why waiting for the “perfect time” often keeps you stuck• How to begin living your legacy before retirement or empty nesting• The importance of modeling courage and fulfillment for your children• Practical ways to carve out time for personal growth, even with a busy schedule• How small daily actions build confidence and momentum• Why discomfort is often the gateway to transformation• The difference between failure and feedback• How clarity helps you make aligned decisions and pursue meaningful goals• Strategies for overcoming fear, criticism, and self-doubt• Why success should be defined by your values, not society’s expectationsEpisode TimelineWhere to Find Kristen:Website: https://ripmastercoaching.com/linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/ripmastercoaching/Connect with your host, Erika:LinkedIn (primary)https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikarothenbergerIGhttps://www.instagram.com/erikalearothenberger?igsh=MmhjeTRhbnB1aXM2FBhttps://www.facebook.com/share/69wqEYVzFKKnci9u/?mibextid=LQQJ4dLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices