Second Act Success: Business Tips & Career Change Advice for Women

In episode 161 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast , host Shannon Russell introduces the upcoming launch of her brand new limited series podcast, How To Quit Your Job and Start A Business . This exciting 20-episode series is designed to guide women step-by-step from employee to entrepreneur. Shannon shares the inspiration behind creating this series and gives listeners a sneak peek into some...

In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast , host Shannon Russell sits down with Cheryl Cross, an expert in military to civilian career transitions and author of Civilian Mission: The Three-Year Guide for Military Professionals Planning Civilian Careers . Cheryl shares her journey from a professional broadcaster to a workforce development councilwoman in Hawaii, and how she’s helping...

Ready to turn your passion into a thriving business? On this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast , host Shannon Russell interviews Raquel Bruno, a former MTV Networks executive who took the leap to start her own entertainment company, Drive Entertainment Group. Raquel shares her inspiring journey from the fast-paced world of Viacom to becoming a successful entrepreneur, executive prod...

In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast , host Shannon Russell dives deep into financial empowerment with Sara Conklin, the founder of Frozen Pennies. Sara shares her inspiring journey from being an English major and preschool teacher to becoming a financial coach and YouTube content creator. Discover actionable tips on how to save money, get out of debt, and build a profitable on...

Welcome to the Second Act Success Career Podcast with your host, Shannon Russell. In this special episode, we're sharing a live Q&A session from our recent Business Brainstorm Bootcamp. You'll hear real-time interactions and questions from women just like you, who are thinking about leaving their corporate jobs to start their own businesses. Shannon offers valuable insights and pract...

Ready to escape the corporate grind and start a business that offers you flexibility and fulfillment? In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell dives deep into an incredible second act success story with guest Jessica Stephens. Jessica, a former high-powered corporate marketer, shares her transformative journey from the demanding world of advertising to becomin...

Welcome to the Business Brainstorm Mini Series on the Second Act Success Career Podcast! In this episode , host Shannon Russell dives into the surge of women-owned businesses in 2024. Discover the top 5 business ideas women are pursuing today, from consulting services to e-commerce, freelance writing, health coaching, and event planning. Shannon also addresses the common challenges women face when...

Welcome to the Business Brainstorm Mini-Series on the Second Act Success Career Podcast! In this episode , host Shannon Russell dives into the crucial topic of transitioning your side hustle into a full-time business. Discover why nearly 40% of U.S. adults have side hustles and how you can leverage this trend to achieve financial freedom and entrepreneurial success. Shannon shares essential insigh...

Welcome to the Business Brainstorm Mini-Series on the Second Act Success Career Podcast! This is the second episode in this four-part series. In today's episode, host Shannon Russell dives into one of the most exciting yet challenging questions aspiring entrepreneurs face: "How do I decide what type of business to start?" If you're ready to leave your nine-to-five and embark on...

Welcome to the Second Act Success Career Podcast! I'm your host, Shannon Russell, and this is the first in a four-part Business Brainstorm Mini-Series . Are you ready to quit your nine-to-five job and start your own business? If you’re feeling stuck in your current role and dreaming of becoming your own boss, this episode is for you. In this episode, we’ll dive into how to plan your exit stra...

Ready to learn more about the powers of LinkedIn and how content marketing can change your journey to second act success? Join Shannon and her talented guest Annette Richmond for Episode #151 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast. Annette is a seasoned content marketing strategist who shares her unique journey from writing for magazines to becoming a LinkedIn expert.  Discover invaluable insigh...

Join us on the Second Act Success Career Podcast as we dive into the inspiring journey of Jessica Bowser, who transitioned from being an elementary school teacher to a nonprofit executive, and eventually found her calling as a successful podcaster. In this episode, Jessica shares her story of navigating through career changes, overcoming bureaucratic challenges in the workplace, and discovering he...

In this inspiring episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, we welcome sisters Kelly Fox and Jessica Colarco, the dynamic duo behind the Chasing Brighter Podcast. Join us as we dive into their incredible journey from successful corporate careers to becoming business owners, and now advocating for women's empowerment and personal growth through their podcast. Learn how Kelly and Jessic...

In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast , host Shannon Russell dives into the dynamic world of virtual assistance with virtual assistant coach and trainer, Tracey D'Aviero. Tracey has over 20 years of experience, and she shares her inspiring journey from a corporate office working as a system analyst in the hospitality industry to becoming a leading VA coach and trainer. Disc...

In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast , host Shannon Russell delves into the transformative power of personal branding during career transitions. Shannon discusses how to create a personal brand that highlights your unique skills, experiences, and personality, making you stand out in a competitive job market. From establishing credibility in a new industry to showcasing transfer...

In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with Lisa Morton, a veteran in the interior design industry with a fascinating career journey. Lisa began her career designing opulent interiors for multimillion-dollar private jets, a dream job that ultimately led to severe anxiety and burnout. Lisa candidly shares how this challenging period inspired her to...

From Foreign Service to Fitness: Heike Yates’ Inspiring Midlife Transformation | Ep #145 In this captivating episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with Heike Yates, a dynamic midlife fitness coach with over 35 years of experience. Heike shares her extraordinary journey from her early dreams in Germany to moving to the United States and building a successf...

Trusting Your Gut: The Secret to Navigating Career Changes with Confidence | Ep #144 Are you feeling stuck in your career and unsure of your next move? Join career transition coach Shannon Russell to learn how trusting your gut can help you make the career change you want! In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, Shannon delves into the 7 ways trusting your gut can lead to clarity...

Mental Health Advocate, Author, and Mom - Meet Stacy Ross | Ep #143 Join host Shannon Russell in this poignant episode of the Second Act Success Podcast as she sits down with author Stacy Ross to delve into her deeply personal memoir, "Searching For Slippers." Stacy, a former marketing professional turned writer, opens up about her journey from corporate life to the challenging yet rewar...

Bold Moves at 60: Michele Folan's Career Pivot and Health Coaching Mission | Ep #142 In this inspiring episode of "Second Act Success," host Shannon Russell sits down with Michele Folan to discuss her remarkable journey of transitioning careers at the age of 60.  Michele shares her story of leaving behind a 26-year career in the pharmaceutical industry and pivoting to a new role in...

Pure Barre Owner Reflects On Her Career Shift From Working in the NYC Jewelry District (Replay) | Ep #141 Meet Megan Goldschein who shifted from a career in the Jewelry Industry in New York City to opening two Pure Barre studios in the suburbs. Host and Career Coach Shannon Russell chats with Megan about her career transition and how she decided to leave her career in jewelry to set out on  her ow...

From Acting to Wedding Planning with Hannah Campbell Anderson (Replay) | Ep #140 Host and Career Coach Shannon Russell interviews Hannah Campbell Anderson, who began her career in Hollywood as an actress. She worked in Los Angeles until one day she found a love for weddings and took a leap to build her own wedding planning business.  Listen to Hannah's second act success story on this Episode...

Career Changes and Tips To Crush Your Money Goals with Bernadette Joy (Replay) | Ep #139 Meet Bernadette Joy, financial health activist and founder of Crush Your Money Goals.  Host and Career Coach Shannon Russell sits down with Bernadette to talk about how she went from a career in Human Resources to working in finance, fashion, and then landed herself in debt. She shares how she and her husband...

Leaving a NYC Fashion Career to Launch a Lactation Consultant Business with Alicea Sabella  (Replay) | Ep #138 Host and Career Coach Shannon Russell shares the second act success story of Alicea Sabela on Episode #138 of the Second Act Success Career Podcas t. Alicea left a career working for some of Fashion's biggest brands in New York City to build her own business as a lactation consultant...

Mouseketeer Jennifer McGill On Her Music Career After The Mickey Mouse Club (Replay) | Ep #137 Host and Career Coach Shannon Russell interviews The Mickey Mouse Club's Jennifer McGill about her time on the iconic Disney television show, and how her music career has evolved over the years. Jennifer now has a thriving career in music in Nashville, Tennessee and opens up about being a Mouseketee...