Life 2.0: Finding Purpose Beyond Retirement

About this episode

Todd and Cindy Shinabarger share their journey of finding purpose beyond retirement through service and impact.

In today's episode of Executive Decisions, host Sarah Delahanty speaks with Todd and Cindy Shinabarger about their inspiring journey of transitioning from demanding careers to what they call "Life 2.0"—a purposeful and fulfilling phase of life dedicated to service and impact. Todd and Cindy share their experiences of stepping into volunteer roles with Operation Mobilization, where their skills in IT and science transformed projects and systems, helping the organization achieve excellence. They reflect on the importance of being intentional, crafting a plan, and seeking purpose beyond oneself. The couple emphasizes the challenges and rewards of creating structure after leaving the corporate treadmill, the significance of giving back, and the value of perseverance when exploring new roles. Their story encourages listeners to approach life transitions with intention, passion, and a mindset focused on serving others, offering a hopeful roadmap for those considering their own "Life 2.0." About our guests, Todd and Cindy Shinabarger: Todd Shinabarger has nearly 40 years of senior information technology management experience in various industries - including manufacturing, automotive…

People in this episode

Guests: Cindy Shinabarger, Todd Shinabarger

Topics covered

• retirement
• purpose
• volunteering
• life transitions

Keywords

• Life 2.0
• Operation Mobilization
• intentional living
• giving back

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Places: Upland, Indiana

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