Grace and Pace: Reinventing Training and Leadership in Midlife with Dr. Lisa Hammonds

19min | 02/10/2026

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Theme:
Empowering women over 40 to confidently step into training, teaching, and leadership roles by transforming experience into engaging, meaningful learning.

In this episode of the Mature Allure Podcast, host Sherri O. sits down with Dr. Lisa Hammonds, founder of Dove Training and Innovations, to explore how women over 40 can turn their knowledge and life experience into impactful learning experiences.

Dr. Hammonds shares her journey from technology professional to training and development expert and explains why subject-matter expertise alone isn’t enough to create effective training. She introduces her philosophy of “grace and pace” and explains how meaningful learning must center on the participant, not just the content.

Listeners will learn:
• Why traditional training methods often fail
• How to design learner-centered experiences
• What makes training sessions memorable and actionable
• How to overcome anxiety about teaching or speaking
• Why midlife women are uniquely positioned to lead through learning
• How AI and technology are shaping the future of training
• One practical step to start building engaging learning programs today

This episode is a must-listen for women who want to teach, coach, speak, or lead with confidence and purpose.

Learn more about Dr. Lisa Hammonds:

Website: https://dovetraininginnovations.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhammonds/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisawhammonds/

Email: lhammonds@dovetraininginnovations.com

Learn more about Mature Allure:

Website: https://matureallure.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4matureallure/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mature.allure

Instagram: @mature.allure

Subscribe to the Mature Allure podcast for more inspiring stories and discussions on self-love and empowerment. For feedback, questions, or suggestions for future episodes, reach out to us through our website or social media channels. We’d love to hear from you!

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Mature Allure

At Mature Allure, we believe that age is not a limitation but a celebration of life's unique experiences and perspectives. Our goal is to inspire women over 40 to embrace the beauty, wisdom, and empowerment that comes with age. We share knowledge that encourages healthy aging and self-discovery. Our podcast and blog feature incredible individuals with diverse skills, experiences, stories, and viewpoints, all sharing their journeys and insights; encouraging women to look forward to aging, not fear it.

People who listen to the Mature Allure podcast come for conversations, insight, and community. We inspire women to love themselves at every stage of life and break free from the constraints of ageism. A go-to source for the celebration of life's journey, we're here to help you tap into your "Mature Allure."

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Mature Allure

At Mature Allure, we believe that age is not a limitation but a celebration of life's unique experiences and perspectives. Our goal is to inspire women over 40 to embrace the beauty, wisdom, and empowerment that comes with age. We share knowledge that encourages healthy aging and self-discovery. Our podcast and blog feature incredible individuals with diverse skills, experiences, stories, and viewpoints, all sharing their journeys and insights; encouraging women to look forward to aging, not fear it.

People who listen to the Mature Allure podcast come for conversations, insight, and community. We inspire women to love themselves at every stage of life and break free from the constraints of ageism. A go-to source for the celebration of life's journey, we're here to help you tap into your "Mature Allure."

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Description

Theme:
Empowering women over 40 to confidently step into training, teaching, and leadership roles by transforming experience into engaging, meaningful learning.

In this episode of the Mature Allure Podcast, host Sherri O. sits down with Dr. Lisa Hammonds, founder of Dove Training and Innovations, to explore how women over 40 can turn their knowledge and life experience into impactful learning experiences.

Dr. Hammonds shares her journey from technology professional to training and development expert and explains why subject-matter expertise alone isn’t enough to create effective training. She introduces her philosophy of “grace and pace” and explains how meaningful learning must center on the participant, not just the content.

Listeners will learn:
• Why traditional training methods often fail
• How to design learner-centered experiences
• What makes training sessions memorable and actionable
• How to overcome anxiety about teaching or speaking
• Why midlife women are uniquely positioned to lead through learning
• How AI and technology are shaping the future of training
• One practical step to start building engaging learning programs today

This episode is a must-listen for women who want to teach, coach, speak, or lead with confidence and purpose.

Learn more about Dr. Lisa Hammonds:

Website: https://dovetraininginnovations.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhammonds/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisawhammonds/

Email: lhammonds@dovetraininginnovations.com

Learn more about Mature Allure:

Website: https://matureallure.net/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4matureallure/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mature.allure

Instagram: @mature.allure

Subscribe to the Mature Allure podcast for more inspiring stories and discussions on self-love and empowerment. For feedback, questions, or suggestions for future episodes, reach out to us through our website or social media channels. We’d love to hear from you!

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Mature Allure

At Mature Allure, we believe that age is not a limitation but a celebration of life's unique experiences and perspectives. Our goal is to inspire women over 40 to embrace the beauty, wisdom, and empowerment that comes with age. We share knowledge that encourages healthy aging and self-discovery. Our podcast and blog feature incredible individuals with diverse skills, experiences, stories, and viewpoints, all sharing their journeys and insights; encouraging women to look forward to aging, not fear it.

People who listen to the Mature Allure podcast come for conversations, insight, and community. We inspire women to love themselves at every stage of life and break free from the constraints of ageism. A go-to source for the celebration of life's journey, we're here to help you tap into your "Mature Allure."

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Mature Allure

At Mature Allure, we believe that age is not a limitation but a celebration of life's unique experiences and perspectives. Our goal is to inspire women over 40 to embrace the beauty, wisdom, and empowerment that comes with age. We share knowledge that encourages healthy aging and self-discovery. Our podcast and blog feature incredible individuals with diverse skills, experiences, stories, and viewpoints, all sharing their journeys and insights; encouraging women to look forward to aging, not fear it.

People who listen to the Mature Allure podcast come for conversations, insight, and community. We inspire women to love themselves at every stage of life and break free from the constraints of ageism. A go-to source for the celebration of life's journey, we're here to help you tap into your "Mature Allure."

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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