Amanda O’ Brien became a full-time digital publisher in midlife, with four successful websites focusing on travel, pets and information. She’s a former marketing director at big corporations and an Australian who’s made London her home. She’s a boutique adventurer, and she’s visited over 70 countries on her travels. We talk about: - What it was like for Amanda to switch from marketing director to digital publisher in midlife - How advertising network Mediavine works and its impact on website traffic and SEO - Transitioning from marketing to digital publishing - Amanda’s solo travel experiences and her advice for women - Amanda’s experience of climbing Kilimanjaro - The experience of feeling uncomfortable in traveling solo, but finding comfort in realizing that nobody notices or cares. - What Amanda likes about being an Aussie in London - Cultural difference between Australia and the UK - Bhutan culture, tourism, and aging society - Travel blogging, social media, and influencer marketing - Midlife transitions, online presence, and networking And more! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share it and leave us a 5* review on iTunes or wherever you’re listening. Order the ebook or audiobook (narrated by Rachel) versions of Rachel’s book, Magnificent Midlife: Transform Your Middle Years, Menopause And Beyond at magnificentmidlife.com/book The paperback can be purchased on Amazon or other online retailers: UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Magnificent-Midlife-Transform-Middle-Menopause/dp/173981150X/ US & Canada: https://www.amazon.com/Magnificent-Midlife-Transform-Middle-Menopause/dp/173981150X/ Australia: https://www.amazon.com.au/Magnificent-Midlife-Transform-Middle-Menopause/dp/173981150X/ You can listen to all the other episodes and get the show notes at magnificentmidlife.com/podcast. Recommended by the Sunday Times. Feedspot #3 in best midlife podcasts and #14 in best women over 50 podcasts worldwide. You'll find lots of strategies, support, and resources to help make your midlife magnificent at magnificentmidlife.com. Check out Rachel's online Revitalize Experience, a 6-week intensive small group mentoring experience or 1-1 Midlife Mentoring.
