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

Enjoy this Replay from the Second Act Success Vault! Carola Lovering is the ever popular author of well-known books like Tell Me Lies, Can't Look Away, Too Good To Be True, and her latest release Bye, Baby. Carola speaks to Host and Career Coach Shannon Russell about how her career path led her down many routes before she landed her first publishing deal. She also opens up about how she mixes...

A Mental Health Counselor's Journey To Helping Others with Jaime Hanley (Replay from the Vault) | Ep #135 Enjoy this Replay from the Second Act Success Vault! Host and Career Coach Shannon Russell sits down for a conversation with Jaime Hanley, who transitioned from a career in marketing to opening her own yoga studio to landing in the mental health field as a licensed professional counselor....

5 Ways To Make A Fearless Career Change Over 40! Leap Towards Your Career Goal With Confidence (Podcast Workshop Series Day 5) | Ep #134 In this 5 episode Podcast Workshop Series, host and career transition coach Shannon Russell walks you through 5 Ways To Make A Fearless Career Change Over 40. In Episode #134 ,  Shannon goes over how to truly leap towards your career goal with confidence. She goe...

5 Ways To Make A Fearless Career Change Over 40! Create a Contingency Plan Before Your Change Careers (Podcast Workshop Series Day 4) | Ep #133 In this 5 episode Podcast Workshop Series, host and career transition coach Shannon Russell walks you through 5 Ways To Make A Fearless Career Change Over 40. In Episode #133 ,  Shannon urges listeners to create a contingency plan prior to making a career...

5 Ways To Make A Fearless Career Change Over 40! Step #3 Skills and Education- Finding Confidence In Your Decision When It Comes To A Career Change (Podcast Workshop Series Day 3) | Ep #132 In this 5 episode Podcast Workshop Series, host and career transition coach Shannon Russell walks you through 5 Ways To Make A Fearless Career Change Over 40. In Episode #132, Shannon shares how you can look at...

5 Ways To Make A Fearless Career Change Over 40!   Step #2 Financial Planning & Building Your Safety Net When It Comes To A Career Change (Podcast Workshop Series Day 2) | Ep #131   It's Day 2 of this 5 episode Podcast Workshop Series all about how the 5 Ways To Make A Fearless Career Change Over 40. In Episode #131, host and career transition coach, Shannon Russell, discusses how you can...

5 Ways To Make A Fearless Career Change Over 40! Step #1 Understanding Fears and Assessing Risks When It Comes To A Career Change (Podcast Workshop Series Day 1) | Ep #130 In this 5 episode Podcast Workshop Series, host and career transition coach Shannon Russell walks you through 5 Ways To Make A Fearless Career Change Over 40. In Episode #130, Shannon discusses strategies you can use to help you...

Listen in to hear the second act success story of a teacher's inspiring journey from educator to successful entrepreneur with her venture, Raising Sunshine. Host and Career Transition Coach Shannon Russell, interviews Erin Haney about her shift from teaching in public schools to launching her own business focused on providing inclusive and engaging educational experiences for babies, toddlers...

Embarking on a new career journey while still tied to your current job? Tune in to Episode #128 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast with Shannon Russell, where you will learn strategies on how to look for a new career option, while you work your 9-5. Join Shannon, a seasoned television producer turned business owner and career coach, as she shares invaluable advice on how you can start planni...

In Episode #127 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast , join host Shannon Russell as she sits down with Kate Santangelo, founder of the Monmouth Moms, a thriving online resource platform for busy parents in Monmouth County, New Jersey. Discover how Kate transitioned from a background in hospitality and sales to become a successful mompreneur, leveraging her skills and experiences to build a thr...

In this empowering episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast , host Shannon Russell delves into the crucial importance of prioritizing goals amidst the whirlwind of life's responsibilities. Drawing from her own journey of career transition and personal growth, Shannon shares insightful strategies for women seeking to navigate career changes, balance work and life, overcome feelings of...

Finding Courage in Midlife: A Nurse's Transition to an Aromatherapy Business | Ep #125 In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast , host Shannon Russell sits down with Kim Benoy, a former nurse turned certified aromatherapist and entrepreneur. Kim shares her inspiring journey of transitioning from a nursing career to pursuing her passion for aromatherapy and essential oils. Thro...

This is Q&A Episode #2 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast . Join Shannon Russell in this insightful episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast as she delves into the diverse array of questions posed during her recent Breakthrough Bootcamp. From tackling imposter syndrome to finding balance amidst a busy schedule, Shannon shares practical strategies and empowering insights to naviga...

Join Host and Career Transition Coach, Shannon Russell, on a transformative journey of career clarity in this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast . Shannon answers questions from women inside her recent Breakthrough Bootcamp group, as she offers advice on personal and professional growth while giving practical strategies for overcoming doubt and fear while pursuing your second act car...

From Blueprints to Branding: A Journey of Reinvention with Sofia Inacio | Ep #122 Join host Shannon Russell in this insightful episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast as she engages with Sofia Inacio, a dynamic entrepreneur, about her transformative journey from architecture to entrepreneurship. Dive deep into Sofia's story as she candidly shares her struggles, triumphs, and pivotal...

In this insightful episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast , host Shannon Russell explores the vital role of mindfulness in achieving career success amidst life's hustle and bustle. By prioritizing self-care, gratitude, and reconnecting with hobbies, Shannon reveals how listeners can find balance between productivity and being present in their lives. Key takeaways include practical t...

Have you experienced being labeled in different ways throughout your life? What about in your career? Shannon Russell welcomes Deanna Radulescu, host of the Label Free Podcast on Episode #120 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast.  Listen in for an inspiring conversation about overcoming labels and embracing new beginnings. In this episode, Shannon and Deanna delve into Deanna's multifacet...

Discover actionable strategies for conquering the dreaded "Sunday Scaries" with Shannon Russell on Episode #119 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast . As a seasoned television producer turned career coach, Shannon provides invaluable insights into understanding and overcoming Sunday anxiety. From creating a relaxing Sunday routine to setting achievable weekly goals, Shannon's po...

Do You Need A Career Breakthrough? Get Clear On Your Career Goals | Ep #118 If you are ready for a career breakthrough, listen in as Career Transition Coach and Host, Shannon Russell, walks through ways to get clear on your career goals. Shannon discusses a situation with a coaching client and how it led to her designing a free bootcamp to help women get unstuck as they plan a career change. Shann...

Strategic Career Breaks: Boost Your Second Act Success with Practical Tips | Ep #117 In Episode #117 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast , host Shannon Russell explores the concept of career breaks and the impact they can have on one's professional journey.  Shannon delves into the nuances of taking a temporary pause in your career, discussing the positive and negative aspects, along wit...

 From Medicine to Life Organization: Listen to Angie Hyche's Inspiring Career Journey | Ep. 116 Embark on a journey of reinvention with career coach Shannon Russell as she sits down with the dynamic Angie Hyche on this episode of Second Act Success Career Podcast . Tune in to discover Angie's incredible career transition from the world of science and medicine to becoming a sought-after c...

Mapping Your Success: Achieving Your Goals in 2024 | Ep #115 On Episode #115 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell guides listeners through a practical and empowering approach to goal-setting for 2024. You'll learn why ditching traditional resolutions in favor of realistic and achievable goals, is a sure fire plan to achieve success this year. Shannon will go through...

Don't Stress About Work This Holiday! | Ep #114 Listen in to an encore episode of this holiday episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast. Host and Career Coach Shannon Russell explains her December List method of organizing your work, career, and life at this hectic time of year. You will learn how this organizational list will help you prioritize your to-do list as you wrap up work in...

A Journey from Setbacks to Success | Ep #113 Have you ever felt like you hit rock bottom in life or your career? Sometimes this is the wake up call you need in order to get up and start moving in the right direction.  On Episode #113 of the Second Act Success Career podcast,  host and career transition coach Shannon Russell chats with life coach Scott Ferguson. Scott explains how a person can not...

How To Start A Small Business With Less Overhead Costs | Ep #112 So you want to start a small business, but you are nervous about the overhead of opening a physical space. Hold tight because host and Career Transition Coach Shannon Russell is breaking down the differences between mobile-based businesses and brick and mortar storefront businesses on Episode #112 of the Second Act Success Career Pod...