Sally Gordon just one an award for her work, as America’s most outstanding oldest worker. Originally a model, she is now working as an assistant sargeant-at-arms for Nebraska Legislature, where she has worked for 26 years as a secretary for three Nebraska Governers. She’s also 101 years old – did I mention that?

She is such an inspiration for anyone who doesn’t believe the value of the advice “love what you do.”  For her advice to younger workers, click here.

Not interested in a typical career? Here is a success story to inspire your own:

Now more then ever, women are abandoning their salary jobs and setting up their own businesses, armed with an idea and a powerfully entrepreneurial spirit. It takes a lot of guts, and even more hard work, but I can tell you it’s worth it!

I discovered this story about an Australian born US stage designer called Megan Duckett, and loved it. So I thought I’d pass the inspiration on to all of you considering if your idea has legs, and if it’s something you can make happen.

(Hint: You probably can!)