Second Act Success: Business Tips & Career Change Advice for Women
Shannon Russell | Business Coach for Women and Author of Start Your Second Act
Welcome to the Second Act Success Podcast, a top 2% globally ranked show designed to help ambitious women like you who are ready to change careers, start a business, and create a fulfilled life you deserve. Hosted by Shannon Russell, business coach for women, author, and entrepreneur, this podcast helps you transition from employee to entrepreneur with clarity, confidence, and a strategic action plan.Listen and Learn:- How to quit your job and start a business that lights you up- Strategies for career change after 40 and designing your second act- Business planning, marketing, and personal branding tips for women- How to validate your business idea and find your ideal clients- How to use your career experience in your role as a female entrepreneur- Success stories from women who’ve turned their side hustles into thriving businessesWhether you’re planning an exit strategy, exploring midlife career pivots, or ready to become your own boss, you’ll find actionable steps, real-life inspiration, and expert guidance here on the show, so you can start your second act. Is this podcast for you? - Are you dreaming of quitting your corporate job to start your own business?- Do you want advice on launching a business, marketing your offers, designing your personal brand, and putting your business strategies in place?- Are you ready to overcome fear and turn your skills and experience from the corporate world into your second act business where you are the boss?- Do you crave a flexible lifestyle that allows you to focus on your family and your creative passions while still bringing income into your household?- Are you ready to become your own boss and build a business that is all yours?- Is it time to turn your side hustle into a full-time business?If you answered YES, then you’re in the right place and this podcast will teach you everything you need to know. 🎧 Listen to new episodes every week to help you build your second act.🔗 Book a free Second Act Strategy Call with host Shannon Russell and download free resources at https://secondactsuccess.co.Subscribe now and embark on a journey towards your second act!
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Jul 6, 2023 • 36min
Divorce Led Amanda Kate To A New Career In Kinesiology | #91
If you have been through divorce or any trauma in your life, than get cozy and get ready for some inspiration from Shannon's interview with Amanda Kate on Episode #91 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast. Amanda Kate went through a terrible divorce and came through on the other side learning a great deal about herself and humankind. She is the author of Divine. Messy. Human: A Spiritual Guide to Prioritizing Internal Truth over External Influence. Amanda began her career as a Communications Manager and then stayed home for many years to raise her children. After breaking free from her marriage, Amanda finished 6 years of college in 4 years as she found her life's purpose. She is now a Kinesiologist, Mentor, Archetypal Life Coach, Podcast Host, and Mother. A recovering people-pleaser and self-flagellator, Amanda Kate walks the path straddling the divine and messy daily, and she shares her story and the advice she has learned in this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast. SHOW NOTEShttps://secondactsuccess.co/91Connect with Amanda Kate:Website - www.amandakate.com.auInstagram - www.instagram.com/amanda__kate Facebook - www.facebook.com/amandakatetransformation LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-kateTikTok - www.tiktok.com/@divinelymessyPodcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/54fAykxlFcUcPu0nOpnCFQBooks - https://www.amandakate.com.au/my-book----------------Book a free Strategy Call with ShannonDownload Free Resources➡️ Let's Connect: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTokMore resources & discounts:Home Chef Meal Delivery - (free shipping & $4.99/serving)Flodesk Email Marketing - (25% off 1st year)Stitch Fix Personal Stylist - ($25 off 1st order)Buzzsprout Podcast Hosting - ($20 off)Podmatch Guesting(*Some affiliate links)
Jul 3, 2023 • 36min
From Interior Design to Transforming Lives As A Health Coach | #90
On Episode #90 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host and career coach Shannon Russell interviews Kristen Glass. Kristen began her career in the finance world, but after having kids she quickly pivoted to follow her heart and open an interior design business. Many years later, Kristen felt as if her life was spiraling out of control as she dealt with trauma in her marriage and with her own health and weight. Kristen discovered a health program that changed her life and gave her back the control she craved. She began to lose weight and started spreading what she was learning in the program to others. Kristen turned this into a full time successful business and career as a health and wellness coach. Listen now to this episode to hear Kristen's second act success story and how she began a new career and a new life for herself. SHOW NOTESConnect with Kristen Glass:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gypsysoulliving/-----------------Book a free Strategy Call with ShannonDownload Free Resources➡️ Let's Connect: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTokMore resources & discounts:Home Chef Meal Delivery - (free shipping & $4.99/serving)Flodesk Email Marketing - (25% off 1st year)Stitch Fix Personal Stylist - ($25 off 1st order)Buzzsprout Podcast Hosting - ($20 off)Podmatch Guesting(*Some affiliate links)
Jun 27, 2023 • 39min
How A Parent Volunteer Turned Her Experience Into A Marketing Business | #89
We learn skills in so many different ways, and we take these skills with us throughout the course of our career. Kathy Colaiacovo began her career in banking before deciding to take time off to raise her three children. She was an active parent volunteer at her children's schools and when it was time to return to work, she opened her own virtual assistant business that has evolved into a successful marketing business. Kathy is now a well-known Marketing Strategist for Private Practice Owners and the President of Pepper It Marketing Services Inc. She is also the host of the Marketing your Private Practice with Kathy C Podcast. Kathy helps private practice owners, dietitians, therapists and nutritionists all over the globe build thriving and profitable practices with effective marketing that takes less time than they ever imagined! Listen to Kathy explain her second act success story to Shannon on Episode #89 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast. SHOW NOTES:https://secondactsuccess.co/89Connect with Kathy Colaiacovo :Marketing your Private Practice Podcast: https://marketingyourprivatepractice.com/ Free Resources: https://www.pepperitmarketing.com/resources-for-entrepreneursInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pepperitmarketing/ Thrive Marketing Academy: https://www.pepperitmarketing.com/thriveMarketing Review: https://www.pepperitmarketing.com/review -----------------Book a free Strategy Call with ShannonDownload Free Resources➡️ Let's Connect: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTokMore resources & discounts:Home Chef Meal Delivery - (free shipping & $4.99/serving)Flodesk Email Marketing - (25% off 1st year)Stitch Fix Personal Stylist - ($25 off 1st order)Buzzsprout Podcast Hosting - ($20 off)Podmatch Guesting(*Some affiliate links)
Jun 22, 2023 • 33min
Get Curious About Your Career With Sales Director Turned Podcaster Meredith For Real | #88
If you have been curious about what the future lies for you in your career or in life, then you must meet Meredith Hackwith Edwards! Meredith has lived many lives including sign language interpreter, business coach, model, sales person, actor and athlete. Meredith was a Mary Kay Sales Director for 17 years before she leapt into podcasting full time to host Meredith for Real: The Curious Introvert Podcast. Not only does Meredith produce her own show, but she is also a podcaster for hire, meaning she hosts and produces shows for brands looking to include a podcast as a part of their media presence. On this episode #88 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, Shannon and Meredith dive deep into life's twists and turns and how none of us know where our path will lead. They discuss mindfulness and remind us that we get one life to do all the things, so we better make sure you prioritize the good stuff. Listen in now for some inspiration and thoughtful discussion about career planning, making change, and living life to the fullest on this episode of the podcast with guest Meredith Hackwith Edwards. SHOW NOTEShttps://secondactsuccess.co/88Connect with Meredith Hackwith Edwards:Website - https://www.meredithforreal.com/Podcast - https://www.meredithforreal.com/podcast-episodesInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/meredithforreal/---------------Book a free Strategy Call with ShannonDownload Free Resources➡️ Let's Connect: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTokMore resources & discounts:Home Chef Meal Delivery - (free shipping & $4.99/serving)Flodesk Email Marketing - (25% off 1st year)Stitch Fix Personal Stylist - ($25 off 1st order)Buzzsprout Podcast Hosting - ($20 off)Podmatch Guesting(*Some affiliate links)
Jun 19, 2023 • 35min
Professional Fundraiser Turned Revenue Coach with Jan Ditchield | #87
Ready to get real about how to grow your business? Meet professional fundraiser turned revenue coach and business educator Jan Ditchfield. Jan Ditchfield is on a mission to help real-world business owners and subject matter experts make more money online without losing their money or their minds in the process. Jan sits down with Shannon to discuss her second act success journey and how she managed to pivot to a new career on her own terms.Jan is also the straight-talking host of the No BS Business School podcast. She decided to follow her dream of being her own boss after a 20-year career as an award-winning fundraising pro. Even with a toddler hanging around under her desk, she managed to build a 6-figure business during the pandemic lockdowns. Nowadays, Jan shares her knowledge with other experts to help them scale the online side of their business in a way that's tailored to their unique needs, instead of just following generic trends or advice using the power of relationship marketing. Dive into the full interview with Jan Ditchfield to learn how you can implement Jan's tips to grow your business too. It's all on Episode #87 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast.SHOW NOTEShttps://secondactsuccess.co/87Connect with Jan Ditchfield:Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1547495264 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janditchfield.co/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janditchfield.co Web: https://www.janditchfield.co/ -----------------Book a free Strategy Call with ShannonDownload Free Resources➡️ Let's Connect: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTokMore resources & discounts:Home Chef Meal Delivery - (free shipping & $4.99/serving)Flodesk Email Marketing - (25% off 1st year)Stitch Fix Personal Stylist - ($25 off 1st order)Buzzsprout Podcast Hosting - ($20 off)Podmatch Guesting(*Some affiliate links)
Jun 15, 2023 • 40min
MTV Talent Executive Turned Media Advisor with Vinnie Potestivo | #86
Vinnie Potestivo started off in the casting department at MTV in New York City, and he went on to be a talent executive at the network working with the biggest names in music to develop their personal brands through original content. I am talking about Mandy Moore, Ashton Kutcher, Jessica Simpson, TJ Lavin, and Lauren Conrad, just to name a few. Vinnie is now an Emmy Award-winning media brand advisor and personal brand strategist running his own company Vinnie Potestivo Entertainment and hosting the I Have A Podcast podcast. Host Shannon Russell and Vinnie began their careers in television production together at this iconic network in Times Square, and they share stories from back in the day and how the media industry has evolved over the past few decades. Shannon and Vinnie discuss how friendships in show business really do exist, and it's because of these relationships that careers are launched, entertainment is created, and brands are built to create unimaginable success. Take a listen to Episode #86 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast!SHOW NOTEShttps://secondactsuccess.co/86Connect with Vinnie Potestivo:Website - https://vpetalent.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinniepotestivo/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vinniepotestivo/Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-have-a-podcast-by-vinnie-potestivo/id1498882091Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VPEtalentYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/vpetv---------------Book a free Strategy Call with ShannonDownload Free Resources➡️ Let's Connect: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTokMore resources & discounts:Home Chef Meal Delivery - (free shipping & $4.99/serving)Flodesk Email Marketing - (25% off 1st year)Stitch Fix Personal Stylist - ($25 off 1st order)Buzzsprout Podcast Hosting - ($20 off)Podmatch Guesting(*Some affiliate links)
Jun 12, 2023 • 34min
Food Stamps To 6 Figures - Fix Your Money Mindset with Dr. Amanda "The Money Healer" | #85
How is your money mindset? Are you confident that you are manifesting the money that you deserve in your career or in your business? Dr. Amanda Barrientiez "The Money Healer" is an expert in money mindset and she is the founder of Inner Power Daily. Dr. Amanda joins host Shannon Russell on Episode #85 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast to share how she went from food stamps to building a six figure business fast. She teaches people how to transform their relationship to money and scale their zone of manifestation.If you are searching for a job, planning to change careers, or dreaming of starting a business, this episode will help you get your financial outlook ready for action. SHOW NOTEShttps://secondactsuccess.co/85Connect with Dr. Amanda Barrientez:Connect with Dr. Amanda Barrientez:Website - https://innerpowerdaily.comPodcast - Inner Power Daily Podcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/innerpowerdaily-------------------Book a free Strategy Call with ShannonDownload Free Resources➡️ Let's Connect: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTokMore resources & discounts:Home Chef Meal Delivery - (free shipping & $4.99/serving)Flodesk Email Marketing - (25% off 1st year)Stitch Fix Personal Stylist - ($25 off 1st order)Buzzsprout Podcast Hosting - ($20 off)Podmatch Guesting(*Some affiliate links)
Jun 8, 2023 • 28min
Beverly Hills Lawyer Finds 52 Weeks of Hope For Her Second Act Career - Lauren Abrams | #84
Successful Beverly Hills lawyer, Lauren Abrams, joins Shannon on the Second Act Success Career Podcast to share the inspiration behind her second act launching 52 Weeks of Hope. Lauren is the founding member and managing partner of the Law Offices of Lauren Abrams, where she has practiced employee law for over 22 years. After facing a "dark night of the soul" experience, Lauren realized that you can look like you have it all on the outside and not feel like you do on the inside. Lauren sought to find the true meaning of life and she began asking people all over the question of "why are we here?"After months of interviewing an older demographic to gather their wisdom, Lauren knew these stories were too good not to share. She began writing about her conversations in the book 52 Weeks of Hope. She then followed it with a podcast of the same name where she spreads inspiration of hope through more conversations with others. Join Lauren and Shannon as they discuss Lauren's journey from law into creating hope for others on Episode #84 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast.SHOW NOTEShttps://secondactsuccess.co/84Connect with Lauren Abrams:Website - https://www.52weeksofhope.com/Podcast - https://www.52weeksofhope.com/episodesBook - https://mailchi.mp/4066329d562c/get-your-free-e-book-here Free Courage and Clarity Scorecard - https://www.52weeksofhope.com/confidence-clarity-growth-scorecardShannon's appearance on 52 Weeks of Hope - https://www.52weeksofhope.com/episodes/shannon-russell----------------Book a free Strategy Call with ShannonDownload Free Resources➡️ Let's Connect: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTokMore resources & discounts:Home Chef Meal Delivery - (free shipping & $4.99/serving)Flodesk Email Marketing - (25% off 1st year)Stitch Fix Personal Stylist - ($25 off 1st order)Buzzsprout Podcast Hosting - ($20 off)Podmatch Guesting(*Some affiliate links)
Jun 5, 2023 • 29min
How Podcast Guesting Can Promote Your Business with Podcasting Expert Sara Lohse | #83
If you want to increase your expert authority in your current career field, to help you as you change careers, or to grow your business or brand, this episode will be huge. On this Episode #83 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, I am a podcast guesting expert with me to talk all things podcast and how you can utilize this platform to your advantage. Sara Lohse is the founder of Favorite Daughter Media, where she specializes in helping entrepreneurs and creative use their outside voice by guesting on podcasts to grow their brand or business. Sara began her career working in content marketing in the Finance world before pivoting to find her creative passion in podcasting. She shares ways that you can leverage yourself as a thought leader by sharing your story on podcasts. Take a listen!SHOW NOTES:https://secondactsuccess.co/83Connect with Sara LohseFavorite Daughter Media - https://favoritedaughtermedia.com/Branded Podcast - https://www.listentobranded.com/Free E-Book Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/favoritedaughtermedia/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/favoritedaughtermediaLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/favoritedaughermedia/------------Book a free Strategy Call with ShannonDownload Free Resources➡️ Let's Connect: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTokMore resources & discounts:Home Chef Meal Delivery - (free shipping & $4.99/serving)Flodesk Email Marketing - (25% off 1st year)Stitch Fix Personal Stylist - ($25 off 1st order)Buzzsprout Podcast Hosting - ($20 off)Podmatch Guesting(*Some affiliate links)
May 30, 2023 • 37min
Get Back On That Horse and Test Out A New Career with Equestrian Massage Therapist Heather Wallace | #82
So often we think the dreams we have as little kids can not possibly become reality when we are adults, right? Well, my guest on Episode 82 is about to prove us wrong! Heather Wallace began riding horses at a very young age, but after suffering from anxiety in her teens she stopped riding. Decades later after a career in medical publishing, three kids, and time as a stay-at-home mom, Heather returned to her love of horses in a different way. Heather turned her passion into a career as a certified equine and canine sports massage therapist. Not only does she help animals, but she got back on that horse as an adult rider. Heather is also an author and hosts a podcast about the horse world as well. On this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, Heather shares how she made the decision to pivot into this world once again despite her fear, and how you can overcome your anxiety to pursue your passion as a career too! SHOW NOTEShttps://secondactsuccess.co/82--------------Book a free Strategy Call with ShannonDownload Free Resources➡️ Let's Connect: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTokMore resources & discounts:Home Chef Meal Delivery - (free shipping & $4.99/serving)Flodesk Email Marketing - (25% off 1st year)Stitch Fix Personal Stylist - ($25 off 1st order)Buzzsprout Podcast Hosting - ($20 off)Podmatch Guesting(*Some affiliate links)
