At 70, Edward Doherty ran a virtual Boston Marathon. At 72, he published his first book. If anyone knows the secret to defying odds, it’s him. Ed is a man who radiates optimism—his story not only touched my heart but also reignited my spirit, and I’m sure it will do the same for you.

In this episode, Ed takes us through his journey from the restaurant industry to consulting, after a pandemic-induced furlough. He shares the hurdles he faced and how he turned persistence into his greatest strength.

Ed heads up Ambrose Landen Consulting, helping organizations with strategic planning, leadership development, and employee engagement. At 72, he published his first book, Observations at the Speed of Life.

Get ready for an inspiring conversation on resilience, personal growth, and the legacy we all have the power to create.

We discussed:

• How Ed pivoted after being furloughed during the pandemic

• Why failure is only valuable if you learn something from it

• How Ed’s wife inspired him to become a runner in his 60s

• Running the Boston Marathon virtually around Fenway Park at age 70

• How publishing a book made Ed reflect on his legacy

• The power of optimism in recognizing potential in others

Resources:

Ambrose Landen Consultant

Observations at the Speed of Life