Success Leaves Clues

 In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Rexhen Doda speaks with Nicholas Rustad — career coach, IT executive, and co-owner of CoreTactic. Nicholas shares how he transitioned from a 25-year career in IT (including leadership at Accenture) into full-time coaching. He discusses lessons from launching his practice, how he found his niche as a diverse and openly gay coach, pricing strategies,...

 In this inspiring episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Rexhen interviews Krista Morris, founder of Virtuoso Resumes and Virtuoso Recruiting. What started with a $25 Craigslist ad turned into a multi-person coaching and resume writing business. After being told by a leading industry expert that she had “no future” in coaching, Krista leaned into her strengths—detail, empathy, and authenticity—and b...

 In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Rexhen speaks with Shannon Russell—career transition coach, founder of Second Act Success, and host of the Second Act Success Career Podcast. Shannon shares how she pivoted from a TV producer to a business owner, then again to a full-time coach helping women transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship. From podcast growth to publishing her first...

 In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Rexhen interviews Elena Armijo—Master Certified Coach, Dare to Lead facilitator, and founder of both a thriving private coaching practice and The C-Suite Collective. Elena shares how she went from coaching for a $5 cup of coffee to building a $600K+ annual business, all through relationships and referrals. A former opera singer, Elena opens up about bur...

In this powerful episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Rexhen talks with Dr. Twanna Carter—executive coach, U.S. Army veteran, therapist, and career strategist—to uncover her inspiring journey from social anxiety to career empowerment. Dr. Twanna shares how she built a thriving coaching business by focusing on mental wellness, boundaries, high-ticket offers, and heart-centered marketing. From workin...