Round Two Podcast: Stories of major life change to inspire you to reinvent yourself and find your purpose.

In this episode of the Round Two Podcast, host Nikki Corbett interviews Art Fields, the founder of Club Req, a platform revolutionizing the job interview process. Art shares his journey from a recruiter to an entrepreneur, discussing the challenges and innovations in hiring, particularly the integration of AI and human expertise. The conversation delves into the importance of candidate experience,...

Barbara Clarke Ruiz, an entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry, shares her career journey and the exciting projects she has worked on. She started her career in fashion design and worked for big brands like Ralph Lauren, Adidas, Nike, and New Balance. She also had the opportunity to work with Venus and Serena Williams on their clothing lines. In addition to her work...

Callum Laing is the Founder of the Veblen Director Programme and a Partner at Unity Group. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, Callum has founded and grown companies across various countries and industries, focusing on helping small businesses access capital markets for the past decade. Since joining Unity Group, he has completed over 100 M&A transactions, with most reaching publ...

In this solo episode, Nikki Corbett shares the backstory of how she came up with the Round 2 podcast and discusses the direction it's heading. She talks about the concept of Round Two, where unexpected life events change the trajectory of our lives, and how she started telling stories of people who have experienced significant life changes. Nikki also shares her recent decision to make a mass...

Antonio and Ale, co-founders of AWEAR, discuss their journey to entrepreneurship and the development of their smart ear cuff that measures brainwaves and maps them to emotions. They emphasize the importance of mental well-being and the need to remove the stigma around it. The product aims to provide personalized recommendations to manage stress and anxiety, as well as track progress in mental well...

In this weeks episode, I chatted with my long-time friend, Darrell Teat. Darrell Teat shares his journey from college to becoming a CEO and executive coach. He emphasizes the importance of hard work, practicing the right things, and taking care of oneself holistically. Darrell also discusses the impact of the Sacramento Entrepreneurship Academy on his career and the valuable relationships he forme...

In this solo episode, Nikki Corbett reflects on her experience in the Techstars program. She discusses how she was invited to join the program by Christy Serrato, the founder of PairAnything, and her initial lack of knowledge about Techstars. Nikki highlights the global reach of Techstars and the diverse group of businesses in her program. She emphasizes the importance of being open to feedback an...

Mark Hand, an entrepreneur, shares his journey of becoming a successful business owner in the fencing industry, with his company Classic Fence Co. He discusses the challenges, strategies, and customer-centric approach that have contributed to the growth and success of his business. Mark's insights provide valuable lessons for entrepreneurs and business owners in any industry. Mark emphasizes...

Reneta Jenik, founder of Foodom, shares her journey as an entrepreneur and the inspiration behind her marketplace for chefs. She discusses her background in the semiconductor industry and the diverse roles she held at companies like Intel and SanDisk. Reneta explains how her passion for healthy eating and her personal experience with her mother's cancer led her to create Foodom. Foodom aims t...

Adrian Blanco, owner of Adrian Blanco Jewelry, shares his journey in the jewelry business. He started working at a local jewelry store in high school and eventually became an apprentice, learning various aspects of the business. After working for other jewelry companies, he decided to open his own store, leveraging his relationships with designers to stock his inventory. Adrian emphasizes the impo...

In this weeks episode, I talk with my good friend, Alysa Demetre. Alysa is a passionate entrepreneur with multiple businesses, including a florist business, a permanent jewelry business, and a custom trucker hat business. She also has a nine-to-five job and is a real estate investor. Alysa's entrepreneurial journey started from a young age, as she comes from a family of entrepreneurs. She has...

In this episode, Kerry Forsell, a life coach, shares her journey and insights on coaching and the difference between coaching and therapy. She discusses the challenges of imposter syndrome and the importance of mindset in entrepreneurship. Kerry also talks about finding the right clients and managing her schedule to accommodate them. In this conversation, Kerry discusses how she manages her coachi...

In this episode, Brett McGovern, CEO of Bay Equity, shares his journey as an entrepreneur. He discusses his inspiration for entrepreneurship, his experience in the Sacramento Entrepreneurship Academy, and the challenges he faced during the mortgage meltdown. Brett also talks about raising capital, building a team, and overcoming obstacles in the industry. He shares the importance of adaptability a...

In this episode, I share my personal journey and decision to leave my job and take time off. I then discuss my interest in entrepreneurship and how I decided to start my own business. I talk about a serendipitous moment and the opportunity to join Pair Anything and participate in the Techstars program. Finally, I explain the evolution of the podcast and introduce my new series on entrepreneurship....

New Year, New Logo, New Energy, New Focus. Round Two, LFG! Want to be on the show? email: roundtwopod@gmail.com Stay Connected With Me! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@roundtwopodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roundtwopodcast/  X: https://x.com/roundtwopodcast  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkicorbett23/ Come check out my new podcast, The Scarlet Edit! In...

It's a full moon tonight, so let's talk about it! I also share my thoughts on the Taylor Swift experience, Sound of Freedom & a round about discussion on boundaries. Want to be on the show? email: roundtwopod@gmail.com Stay Connected With Me! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@roundtwopodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roundtwopodcast/  X: https://x.com/r...

We are all over the place today but habits come up! Also, the Ninja Creami is magic. Want to be on the show? email: roundtwopod@gmail.com Stay Connected With Me! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@roundtwopodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roundtwopodcast/  X: https://x.com/roundtwopodcast  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkicorbett23/ Come check out my new pod...

What is a mini Round Two? Talking about little changes that can turn into big changes over time. Habits, routines & boundaries. Want to be on the show? email: roundtwopod@gmail.com Stay Connected With Me! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@roundtwopodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roundtwopodcast/  X: https://x.com/roundtwopodcast  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.c...

This week, I sat down with Allison to talk about her surprising cancer diagnosis, how she chose to handle each step of the process, what she learned about herself, and her outlook for this coming year (and thank God, she is cancer free!). YouTube had issues, so while we talk about video, this episode is audio only. Enjoy! Guest social: https://www.instagram.com/alllllison/ Want to be on the show?...

Happy New Year!!! I am back and so excited for Season Two of Round Two Podcast. This week I catch up a bit on the holidays, the new year, habits, grace & gratitude. Welcome back and buckle up for a lot of fun in 2023! Want to be on the show? email: roundtwopod@gmail.com Stay Connected With Me! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@roundtwopodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram: https://www.instagra...

This week, I sat down with Jonna, and she told her story of pivoting from a full time fitness instructor, to being called to Chaplaincy for local law enforcement. This led her to enlist in the US Navy. She shares all about what she went through, why she feels this is the path she was called to and all she learned along the way. Enjoy! This discussion was fascinating! Guest social: https://www.inst...

This week, I reflect on the one year anniversary of me choosing me. I talk about completing the 75 Hard Challenge, how consistency is the foundation for success, and a whole bunch of other ramblings that somehow all tie together. Want to be on the show? email: roundtwopod@gmail.com Stay Connected With Me! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@roundtwopodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram: https://www....

This week, I sit down and talk with Leka Fineman who has made a career of "Round Two" changes. We talk about her life in Northern California, where she lived for a significant portion of her life; how her divorce, career shifts and the changes that come with kids leaving the house to go off to college. We also talk about how she is an elite Crossfit Athlete who's competed in multipl...

This week, I sit down with my college friend/sorority sister, Nancy. We talk about her journey over the last four years since being laid off of her job in a career that had spanned over 20 years. Nancy shares her journey of self discovery, how adopting a dog opened her up to all kinds of love and her thoughts on gratitude and the excitement of what comes next! Join us! Guest social: https://www.in...

This week, I sit in my half redesigned loft to record and reflect on the first episodes of Round Two. I am loving this journey - thank you for coming along with me! Enjoy! Want to be on the show? email: roundtwopod@gmail.com Stay Connected With Me! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@roundtwopodcast/?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roundtwopodcast/  X: https://x.com/roundtwop...