Meet Dr. Brett Blair
Executive Coach
Turning Midlife Transitions
into New Possibilities
Flourish in Midlife is dedicated to helping individuals in the second half of life navigate major transitions—career shifts, retirement, health changes, or personal loss—with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Through coaching, digital programs, and practical tools, Dr. Brett Blair empowers people in midlife to embrace growth, build resilience, and design a vibrant, fulfilling future.
Dr. Brett Blair is a business coach, speaker, author, and founder of Flourish in Midlife, where he helps mid-career and midlife professionals navigate major transitions with clarity, resilience, and renewed purpose. His work focuses on turning layoffs, reinvention, entrepreneurship, and personal change into strategic growth opportunities.
Brett holds a Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, an MBA from Tennessee State University, and a BS in Industrial Engineering from the University of Missouri. He also studied international business at Sophia University in Tokyo, Japan. Before launching his coaching and consulting practice, Brett spent 25 years in international corporate leadership roles.
He is the author of From Autopilot to Authentic, Living at the Summit, and Born—Love—Die. Brett integrates research in resilience and positive psychology with real-world business experience, equipping leaders to flourish personally and professionally in the second half of life.
Brett is a member of the Durham Rotary Club, serves on the board of The Diaper Bank of North Carolina, serves on the board of NewHope Church, and is a member of the RTP Angel Investment Group. He lives in North Carolina with his wife and family.
Areas of Focus
Career Reinvention & Purposeful Retirement
Resilience Through Life’s Biggest Transitions
Designing a Powerful Second Half of Life
Strengthening Mind, Body & Emotional Well-Being
Clarity, Confidence & Direction for Midlife
Dr. Brett Blair is an STW Life expert dedicated to helping midlife professionals navigate career shifts, reinvention, and personal transitions with clarity, resilience, and renewed purpose.
Through his work in coaching, research, and leadership development, he helps individuals turn major life changes into opportunities for meaningful growth and a more fulfilling second half of life.
Dr. Brett Blair is also an accomplished author whose books explore personal growth, authenticity, and living with purpose.
His titles—including From Autopilot to Authentic and Born—Love—Die—are available for purchase on Amazon.
From Autopilot to Authentic
In From Autopilot to Authentic, Dr. Brett Blair shares his personal journey of recognizing that success on the outside doesn’t always mean fulfillment on the inside. Through moments of mentorship, reflection, and awakening, he reveals how anyone—regardless of age or circumstance—can break free from autopilot living and begin designing a life aligned with their true values, dreams, and purpose.
Born ∙ Love ∙ Die
In Born ∙ Love ∙ Die, Dr. Brett Blair tells the unforgettable story of his wife Kim’s courageous battle with ALS and the profound lessons their journey revealed about love, faith, and resilience. Through moments of heartbreak, humor, and reflection, the memoir invites readers to live more intentionally and appreciate the precious gift of each day.
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Brett’s guidance and mentorship have had a profound impact on my personal and professional growth. Brett’s ability to inspire and motivate others is truly commendable, and I am grateful for the opportunity to have learned from such a talented leader.
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He is one of the most energetic people I know. He challenges and supports me at the same time. He has so much invaluable advice and knowledge. Brett holds me accountable without any pressure. I highly recommend him as a coach!
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Brett has a great way of not only commending you in the areas where you’re doing well but also encouraging you in the places where you need more development. Brett offered an objective view of several professional and personal hurdles that I had encountered, and he provided tips and strategies on how to resolve and reframe these issues. I highly recommend Brett as a Life Coach. No matter how lofty your goals and dreams, Brett will help you reach the next level!
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Once I was ready to make the jump, I felt that Brett had set me up for success. He prepared me mentally to take on the challenge of starting my own business, and to not be afraid of risk.
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Brett is deeply committed to helping people unlock their hidden talents, achieve personal growth, and navigate their paths with clarity and confidence. He has a remarkable ability to ask the right questions in the right way, challenge common assumptions, and provide insights that lead to transformative growth. I’ve seen firsthand how Brett empowers others to embrace change, set meaningful goals, and pursue them with unwavering determination.
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Brett Blair’s presentation on resilience was both inspiring and insightful, offering practical strategies for overcoming challenges with strength and perseverance. His expertise and genuine empathy helped our team understand how to build strength while honoring the emotional complexities of grief and various life experiences.
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Brett’s session really spoke to me and touched my heart! Given my upbringing, the session reinforced the importance of leaning on positive thinking and God. It reinforced that resilience is more than endurance; it is also about believing in something greater and choosing to move forward with purpose.
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