It’s Not Too Late: Gwendolyn Cody-Davis Proves That Purpose Has No Expiration Date

It’s Not Too Late: Gwendolyn Cody Davis Proves That Purpose Has No Expiration Date
By Jasmine Womack

I’ve had the privilege of coaching hundreds of authors, but every now and then, someone comes along whose story deeply reminds me why I do this work.

This week on the Published and Paid Podcast, I sat down with one of those people—Gwendolyn “Cody” Davis—a transformation coach, speaker, and multi-time author who reminds us that purpose doesn’t expire with age. In fact, she’s just getting started.

Miss Gwendolyn joined one of my writing programs after retiring from a long career in federal government. At a time when many people would slow down, she decided to build. And what she’s built is nothing short of remarkable.

She wrote a book titled Finishing Strong: Strategies for Baby Boomers to Transform Dreams Into Realities. And that book became more than just a project—it became a launchpad. From that one thought leadership book, she created:

• A signature speech

• A workshop

• A coaching program (now on her fourth cohort!)

• A workbook

• And most recently, writing coaching clients of her own

But what struck me the most during our conversation was her heart.

She didn’t write Finishing Strong just for herself—she wrote it for the countless women in her generation who feel like time has passed them by. She wrote it to remind them that as long as you’re still breathing, there’s still a dream inside of you. And if there’s still a dream, why take it to the grave?

That’s the core of her message. And honestly, that’s the reminder so many of us need—regardless of our age.

We talked about the evolution of her writing, the difference between writing a heart-centered book and writing a thought leadership book, and how executing (not just learning) is what actually creates momentum. She shared how scared she was to price her first coaching program—and how now, she confidently welcomes new clients, charges her worth, and walks in her purpose with peace.

One of the most powerful things she said was this:

“If you’re not important enough to invest in… who is?”

Whew. That’ll preach.

This conversation is for anyone who’s been waiting for the right time, delaying the dream, or doubting that there’s still more ahead. Gwendolyn is proof that when you say yes to your assignment, your obedience can unlock opportunities—for you and for others.

🎧 Go listen to this episode now:
“Episode 56: Purpose Has No Age Limit: How Gwendolyn is Building a Legacy One Page at a Time"

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Your legacy is waiting. The time is now.

— Jasmine