my work
The Foundation: Accumulated "Lived" Expertise
This is the deep, often hard-won wisdom from decades across multiple fields (government, entrepreneurship, international development, activism). It's the repository of lessons from successes, failures, and crises. In Bettina’s case, this includes:
* Knowing how to navigate bureaucracies to pass laws or secure funding.
* Understanding the human psychology of leadership and resistance.
* Having a proven, repeatable methodology for building businesses and civil society.
The Foundation: Accumulated "Lived" Expertise
Encore Intelligence rejects stagnation. It actively seeks to rewire, not retire. This means:
* Formally updating skills: At 67, Bettina learned to leverage AI as a tool, not a threat.
* Pursuing new academic frontiers: Her Master's and Doctorate in cutting-edge fields (Space Law, Neuro-Diverse Leadership) are not for titles, but for tools to engage with the future.
* Reframing life challenges: Surviving two major health crises wasn't just an ordeal; it became data for her teachings on resilience and the "Astronaut Mindset."
The Amplifier: Strategic Augmentation with Technology
This is what separates modern wisdom from the past. Encore Intelligence doesn't see tech as a young person's domain. It asks: "How can AI, data, and digital tools augment my decades of expertise to increase my impact?"
* Bettina uses AI to extend her research, communication, and program development capabilities.
* She views technology as a force multiplier for her mission.
The Purpose: Legacy-Driven Impact
The goal of Encore Intelligence is not personal enrichment alone. It is applying this powerful combination to solve bigger problems and uplift others. The focus shifts from "my career" to "my contribution."
* Bettina’s work is now about empowering the next generation of women leaders and entrepreneurs.
* It's about preparing humanity for an interplanetary future.
* It's about creating systems (laws, incubators, educational programs) that outlive her.
The Mindset: The "Astronaut" Perspective
A key metaphor in Bettina’s teaching, this embodies the Encore Intelligence attitude:
* Mission Resilience: Viewing life's challenges as missions to be solved with preparation, teamwork, and grit.
* Orbital Perspective: Seeing the "big picture" of one's life and work, much like an astronaut sees Earth without borders.
* Pioneering Spirit: Embracing the unknown (like space or a new career chapter) as a frontier to be explored with courage and curiosity.
In essence, Encore Intelligence is Bettina's answer to the question: "What do I do with all I have learned and lived?"
Her answer is: Systematize it. Update it. Amplify it with technology. And direct it with purpose toward the most pressing human challenges—from human dignity on Earth to our future among the stars. It is a powerful model for anyone seeking to make their later or their current chapters their most meaningful and impactful.
