40 Life Lessons at 40 That Changed How I Live and Work

Turning 40 inspired Sara Murray to share 40 life lessons about personal growth, confidence, boundaries, relationships, and business. In this special solo episode of Prospecting on Purpose®, she reflects on the experiences that shaped how she lives, works, and connects with others. From learning to trust her intuition and protect her time to investing in expertise and adding value without expecting anything in return, Sara shares practical lessons on building success while staying true to yourself. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why embracing change and taking risks can open new opportunities How external accountability and investing in expertise can accelerate your progress What it means to Always Be Adding Value (ABAV) without expecting something in return How boundaries, intuition, and self-worth influence your personal and professional decisions Why authenticity helps build confidence and stronger relationships How active listening and a strong network can create unexpected business opportunities Why knowing your zone of genius helps you decide what to delegate How gratitude and a shift in perspective can help you navigate setbacks Why protecting your time, prioritizing your health, and showing up for loved ones matter These lessons are a reminder that personal growth and business growth often go hand in hand. Choose one that resonates with you and put it into practice this week. Click here to watch a video of this episode. Connect with Sara Murray Website: saramurray.com LinkedIn: Sara Murray Instagram: @saramurraysales YouTube: @saramurraysales Listen to Prospecting on Purpose® on your favorite podcast platform For sales training, workshops, and speaking inquiries, visit Sara’s website. If this episode gave you a new perspective, follow Prospecting on Purpose® and share it with someone who would appreciate these lessons. #LifeLessons #PersonalGrowth #Confidence #Boundaries #SelfWorth #BusinessMindset #Relationships #SaraMurray #ProspectingOnPurpose 00:00 Show Intro 00:31 Turning 40 Reflections 01:33 Friendship Across Ages 02:15 Lessons 1-6 Success Change Growth 04:35 Lessons 7-10 Delayed Gratification Value 07:53 Lessons 11-16 Vibes Boundaries Intuition 10:34 Lessons 17-21 Vision Confidence Relationships 14:28 Lessons 22-26 Help Delegate Listen Thanks 17:27 Lessons 27-31 Time Health Gratitude Network 20:49 Lessons 32-36 Effort Mindset Perspective 25:51 Lessons 37-40 Legacy Family Respect 27:57 Closing Thanks