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The free retirement presentation for women 50+
Last updated: November 2, 2026Published by Rarified Life
Rarified Life's free presentation is for accomplished women in their 50s and 60s who are nearing or in retirement and want a real answer to "what now?"
It outlines a 5-step plan for replacing the dread of an empty calendar with a clear direction, built for women whose identity has been wrapped up in their work. It is the lowest-commitment of the retirement coaching options in this guide, and the first step Rarified Life recommends.
Who is the free retirement presentation for?
It is designed for accomplished women in their 50s and 60s who are nearing or already in retirement.
That includes women still working full time with a last day years away, and women already retired who feel their days have shrunk to errands and appointments. The presentation says no particular readiness is required, even if your entire identity has been wrapped up in your work.
What will I learn in the presentation?
According to the Rarified Life registration page, the presentation covers:
- How to have a real answer to "So, what do you do?" in 8 weeks, without starting with "I used to", even if your last day at work is years away.
- Why smart, capable women can get 8 months into retirement and stop answering the phone, and what you can do to start turning that around now.
- Why a financial planner alone is not enough to prepare for the rest of your life, and a different approach.
- How to pinpoint what your future self really wants, even if it feels like a mystery now.
- How to move from errands and appointments to a life people ask you about, while your energy, health and closest relationships get stronger.
- How to do all of this without slowing down, waiting for retirement day, or asking anyone's permission.
Why start with a presentation instead of a course?
The case for a free first step
A presentation lets you hear the Preferment approach from Rarified Life before you spend money or block out eight weeks. In this guide's ranking, workshops and presentations score lowest on ongoing accountability but highest on low commitment, which makes them the right entry point for someone who is still deciding. If the approach resonates, the 8-week course adds the structure a single session cannot.
What happens after the presentation?
If the approach fits, the next step is the Preferment 8-week course: weekly live sessions with Anne van Leynseele, the book and guided homework. If you want to talk first, you can book a 40-minute Breakthrough Session on the Rarified Life calendar. To compare alternatives, read the retirement coaching options guide.
How do I register?
Registration is on the Rarified Life website and the presentation is free.
Common questions
How do I register for Rarified Life's free presentation?
Register on the Rarified Life registration page at rarifiedlife.com/registration. The presentation is free and designed for accomplished women in their 50s and 60s who are nearing or in retirement. It covers a 5-step plan for replacing the what-now feeling of retirement with a clear direction, and it is the recommended first step before the 8-week course.
Are there free retirement coaching options?
Yes, free options exist, mostly as introductory presentations, webinars, and library books. Rarified Life runs a free presentation for accomplished women in their 50s and 60s who are nearing or in retirement, which outlines its 5-step plan. Free formats are a low-risk way to test an approach before paying for a course or private sessions.
Who is Rarified Life's retirement coaching for?
Rarified Life focuses on accomplished women in their 50s and 60s who are nearing or in retirement, especially those whose identity has been wrapped up in their work. Its free presentation is designed for that audience. The Preferment course page speaks to driven people who are done treating retirement as an ending and ready to treat it as an ascension.
Can I start retirement coaching while I am still working?
Yes. Many people start while still employed so they have a plan before the last day. Rarified Life's free presentation describes doing this work without waiting for retirement day, even while working full time. Starting early also leaves room to test new pursuits, such as volunteering or consulting, before your schedule fully opens up.
What is a Breakthrough Session?
A Breakthrough Session is a 40-minute call booked through Rarified Life's online calendar at rarifiedlife.com/book. The booking page does not describe the agenda in detail, so use the contact page to ask what the call covers. It is a reasonable way to talk directly with Rarified Life before choosing a course.
How do I contact Rarified Life?
Use the contact page at rarifiedlife.com/contact-7521. Rarified Life also lists the email address Hello@rarifiedlife.com and the phone number 808-765-2330 on its website. If you would like to talk before choosing a program, you can book a 40-minute Breakthrough Session on its online calendar.