Retirement isn’t the finish line. It’s the start of something new.
But without a clear plan, it’s easy to feel unsure about how to shape this next chapter.
Retirement is one of life’s biggest transitions. Almost 1 in 2 recent retirees say it was harder than expected, often because they hadn’t mapped out what they truly wanted from this stage of life.
That’s exactly why we created Retirement by Design, an 8-week program to help you step into this next chapter with clarity, purpose, and a plan.
We believe retirement, and all of life’s transitions, are powerful opportunities for growth. Don’t face them alone.
What your next chapter can look like.
Design a life that’s uniquely yours
You have the power to design a life you love. By embracing proven life design principles you’ll move from where you are to where you truly want to be.
Feel seen, supported, and uplifted
Women do better together. Join a community of like-minded women as you step confidently into your boldest, most fulfilling life.
Take the lead in your life
Stop living on autopilot. You have the power to make intentional choices and take control of your one precious life. No more fading into the background.
At the start of the 'Retirement by Design' course, I was stuck. I wasn’t really enjoying what I was doing, but I couldn’t see a way forward either. I knew what was important to me, but not necessarily a roadmap to get there.
Prue and Kim brought such warmth, presence, and care to the process. The course wasn’t overwhelming or heavy-handed. It unfolded gently, week by week, with tools that encouraged honest reflection. Some helped me reconnect with what brings me joy and meaning. Others quietly revealed patterns and blind spots I hadn’t been able to see on my own.
By the end of the course, I knew for sure...I am absolutely ready for the next stage of life. And I feel like I now have the roadmap and I am in the drivers seat."
- Jenny
Retirement by Design, Autumn Cohort, 2025
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This is our Main Act
The Main Act is founded by powerhouse mother-daughter duo Kim and Prue Watty.
Dr Kim Watty is an Emeritus Professor and has spent her career in academia. She has a love of education and research. She has a long history of mentoring women and currently serves on boards for leading education providers.
Prue is an entrepreneur and ICF-accredited life coach. She built a thriving events agency (during Covid!) and has run events all over the world. While living in New York she led a flash mob at Washington Square Park.
Kim and Prue know that women do better together.
Through their personal and professional development, they have discovered tools and practices to support and enable living a better life. They are excited to share and further develop these methods with The Main Act community.
GET TO KNOW THE TEAM
At The Main Act we are passionate about uplifting women. We donate 8% of our profits to organisations which empower women to live their best lives.
We pay our respects to the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation, the Traditional Owners of the land on which we currently live, work, play and gather. We honor their ongoing connection to this land, which has been a place of learning, culture, and community for thousands of years.
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