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

Are you struggling to balance everything life is throwing your way? Burnout Coach Ash Burnside of Healthing Hustle Co is here to discuss the signs of burnout that we should all be aware of. Ash shares her own personal story of how burnout led down a dark path, and how she came out on the other side and now coaches others on how to break free from burnout. Listen now on the Second Act Success Podcast. ​​SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE:https://secondactsuccess.co/31CONNECT with Ash Burnside:Website - https://healinghustle.coGrab Ash’s Freebie! An audio guide to help people kickstart their inner exploration. - https://healinghustle.co/essentialsMagical Playdates - https://healinghustle.co/playdates  (Use code SECONDACT for a discount)Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/healinghustleco/REVIEW THE PODCAST:Your review would mean the world to us! Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/second-act-success/id1617274364Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2bQTkm7ZjuvEa6JGLc48xi WHAT’S YOUR SECOND ACT STORY?If you would like to share your story with our listeners or recommend a guest for the show, please fill out our Guest Application Form at https://bit.ly/SecondActSuccessGuest or email info@secondactsuccess.co.SHARE THE INSPIRATION:Share the podcast with friends to help spread the inspiration! secondactsuccess.co/podcast LEARN MORE AND SUBSCRIBE:To learn more about the show visit http://www.secondactsuccess.co, and please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.LET’S CONNECT!Connect with our host Shannon Russell and the Second Act Success Team:Facebook | Instagram | Website --------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)

Stephanie McLaughlin chose to celebrate her 40th birthday having 40 drinks with 40 friends. She documented the project and now she hosts The Forty Drinks Podcast.  Stephanie is here to discuss her second act leaving a toxic workplace to start her own marketing firm. We also discuss her Forty Drinks project and how it helped shape this new chapter in her life for the better. Listen now on the Second Act Success Podcast. ​​SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE:https://secondactsuccess.co/30 CONNECT with Stephanie McLaughlin:Website - https://savoirfaire-us.com/The Forty Drinks Podcast - https://fortydrinks.com/podcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/FortyDrinks/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FortyDrinksREVIEW THE PODCAST:Your review would mean the world to us!  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/second-act-success/id1617274364Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2bQTkm7ZjuvEa6JGLc48xiWHAT’S YOUR SECOND ACT STORY?If you would like to share your story with our listeners or recommend a guest for the show, please fill out our Guest Application Form at https://bit.ly/SecondActSuccessGuest or email info@secondactsuccess.co.SHARE THE INSPIRATION:Share the podcast with friends to help spread the inspiration! secondactsuccess.co/podcast LEARN MORE AND SUBSCRIBE:To learn more about the show visit http://www.secondactsuccess.co, and please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.LET’S CONNECT!Connect with our host Shannon Russell and the Second Act Success Team:Facebook | Instagram | Website --------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)

We’ve all heard of the starving artist, but what if you can create art and make money? Fiona Valentine began her career as a teacher, but painting was always her passion. After struggling to find a way to make a living as an artist, Fiona began to teach children and adults art. This gave her a paycheck and time to paint. Where she evolved next is incredible, as Fiona found a way to mix her love of art and teaching to build a business that brings her more joy than she could have ever expected. Let’s debunk the myth of the starving artist, as Fiona shares how it is possible to make a career out of the hobby or side hustle that lights you up. Get inspired with Fiona Valentine on the Second Act Success Podcast. ​​SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE:https://secondactsuccess.co/29CONNECT with Fiona ValentineWebsite - https://www.fionavalentine.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fionavalentine.artist/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fionavalentineartist/Free Guide To Selling Your Art - https://www.fionavalentine.com/sellingartpdf.htmlBoss Mom Retreat - https://boss-mom.com/retreat/REVIEW THE PODCAST:Your review would mean the world to us! REVIEW THE PODCAST. (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/second-act-success/id1617274364)WHAT’S YOUR SECOND ACT STORY?If you would like to share your story with our listeners or recommend a guest for the show, please fill out our Guest Application Form at https://bit.ly/SecondActSuccessGuest or email info@secondactsuccess.co.SHARE THE INSPIRATION:Share the podcast with friends to help spread the inspiration! secondactsuccess.co/podcast LEARN MORE AND SUBSCRIBE:To learn more about the show visit http://www.secondactsuccess.co, and please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.LET’S CONNECT!Connect with our host Shannon Russell and the Second Act Success Team:--------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)

There is so much to consider when thinking  about a career change, so where should  you begin? Start with your why. Why do you want to make a change? Why now? Are the reasons you’re thinking of the right reasons? By diving deep into the why, you can save yourself time, confusion, and stress. It’s important to make sure you are not running away from something, but rather running towards a worthwhile goal. In this episode of the Second Act Success Podcast, Shannon discusses why the why is incredibly important when making a drastic career or life change of any kind. You’ll learn some questions to ask yourself and reasons why taking a pause before making a leap may be the  smartest step you take towards success.SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE:https://secondactsuccess.co/28REVIEW THE PODCAST:Your review would mean the world to us! REVIEW THE PODCAST. (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/second-act-success/id1617274364)WHAT’S YOUR SECOND ACT STORY?If you would like to share your story with our listeners or recommend a guest for the show, please fill out our Guest Application Form at https://bit.ly/SecondActSuccessGuest or email info@secondactsuccess.co.SHARE THE INSPIRATION:Share the podcast with friends to help spread the inspiration! secondactsuccess.co/podcast LEARN MORE AND SUBSCRIBE:To learn more about the show visit http://www.secondactsuccess.co, and please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.LET’S CONNECT!Connect with Shannon Russell and the Second Act Success Team:Facebook | Instagram | Website --------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)

Ann Mehl is an Executive Coach. She coaches, speaks and writes about how to successfully navigate the ever-changing world of work. Ann’s background as an executive recruiter in the ‘90s led her quite naturally to “coaching” people in career transition. Since launching her own consulting company in 2005, Ann has coached people from all walks of life from CEOs of start- up companies,  senior leaders looking to gain a competitive edge, and others seeking to reinvent their careers. She is also a TEDx talk  speaker and author of Painting with Scissors.  Learn more about Ann and her journey on the Second Act Success Podcast. CONNECT with Ann Mehl:website - www.annmehl.combook - Painting with ScissorsTedx Talk - TEDx talk “Paint Your Masterpiece.” SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE:https://secondactsuccess.co/27SHOW BREAKDOWN:01:48 - College and Career beginnings03:36- Quitting her first job04:39 - Taking a job in recruiting05:58 - Learning the inside of many businesses as a recruiter08:00 - 9/11 and leaving recruiting to work at Citigroup08:53 - Still feeling like working in corporate was not for her10:30 - Getting her life coach certification from Martha Beck12:15 - Trying to build a life coaching business in New York City 13:40 - Entrepreneurs have moments of self-doubt14:24 - Having thoughts that maybe she should go into education, even though she currently has a successful business. There is always room for self-doubt and room for change.17:06 - Deciding to work as an Executive Coach helping employees at corporations19:56 - Lucky to still be working throughout the pandemic. People need help of others now more than ever.21:21 - Tips for people who want to start something new in their career23:46 - Her TEDx talk25:06 - Her book Painting with Scissors26:25 - Advice on rewriting your own story--------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)

I feel like we went on a trip together this past week my friend! I attended Podcast Movement in Dallas and I have takeaways from all that I learned that I just had to share. These are my 3 takeaways on taking care of yourself, taking advantage of all podcasts have to offer, and finding your people. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE:https://secondactsuccess.co/26REVIEW THE PODCAST:Your review would mean the world to us! REVIEW THE PODCAST. (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/second-act-success/id1617274364)WHAT’S YOUR SECOND ACT STORY?If you would like to share your story with our listeners or recommend a guest for the show, please fill out our Guest Application Form at https://bit.ly/SecondActSuccessGuest or email info@secondactsuccess.co.SHARE THE INSPIRATION:Share the podcast with friends to help spread the inspiration! secondactsuccess.co/podcast LEARN MORE AND SUBSCRIBE:To learn more about the show visit http://www.secondactsuccess.co, and please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.LET’S CONNECT!Connect with our host Shannon Russell and the Second Act Success Team:Facebook | Instagram | Website --------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)

Hollywood Casting Director Liz Martinez-Nelson started a family and chose to be a stay at home mom to her daughters. When it came time to return to the workforce, Liz opted to leave the grind of television to find a more flexible option to balance motherhood.  She stumbled upon a Squarespace course online and found a love of building websites and design. Liz now runs a successful brand and website designer business out of Austin called Favorite Things Studio, where she helps female founders bring their brands to life through her designs. Liz’s journey is full of twists, but she built a path that brings her skills to the forefront mixing motherhood with brand design. Meet Liz Martinez-Nelson on the Second Act Success Podcast. CONNECT with Liz Martinez-Nelson:Website - favoritethingsstudio.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/favorite.things.studio/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/favoritethingsstudioSHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE:https://secondactsuccess.co/25REVIEW THE PODCAST:Your review would mean the world to us! REVIEW THE PODCAST. (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/second-act-success/id1617274364)WHAT’S YOUR SECOND ACT STORY?If you would like to share your story with our listeners or recommend a guest for the show, please fill out our Guest Application Form at https://bit.ly/SecondActSuccessGuest or email info@secondactsuccess.co.SHARE THE INSPIRATION:Share the podcast with friends to help spread the inspiration! secondactsuccess.co/podcast LEARN MORE AND SUBSCRIBE:To learn more about the show visit http://www.secondactsuccess.co, and please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.LET’S CONNECT!Connect with our host Shannon Russell and the Second Act Success Team:Facebook | Instagram | Website --------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)

Happiness Mentor Karyn Seitz | Ep #24Happiness is the one thing over 8 billion of us are searching for every day. Karyn Seitz is a Happiness Mentor and she is sharing her advice on all things happiness on the Second Act Success Podcast. If you are thinking about starting over in any aspect of your life, listen to this week’s episode to learn tips on what questions you should ask yourself before you leap into a second act of your own. CONNECT with Karyn Seitz:Website - ahappinesscourse.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/karynaseitzSHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE:https://secondactsuccess.co/24REVIEW THE PODCAST:Your review would mean the world to us! REVIEW THE PODCAST. (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/second-act-success/id1617274364)WHAT’S YOUR SECOND ACT STORY?If you would like to share your story with our listeners or recommend a guest for the show, please fill out our Guest Application Form at https://bit.ly/SecondActSuccessGuest or email info@secondactsuccess.co.SHARE THE INSPIRATION:Share the podcast with friends to help spread the inspiration! secondactsuccess.co/podcast LEARN MORE AND SUBSCRIBE:To learn more about the show visit http://www.secondactsuccess.co, and please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.LET’S CONNECT!Connect with our host Shannon Russell and the Second Act Success Team:Facebook | Instagram | Website --------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)

Desk job to Dream Digital Business with Jessica Hawks | Ep #23While others were away at college, Jessica Hawks dropped out of nursing school and worked as an assistant at a chiropractor's office while she searched for what she wanted out of life. She decided to try working as a virtual assistant, and after her videos on TikTok went viral, her business boomed. At just 23 years old, she was  making $9,000 a month from the comfort of her couch. Two years later, Jessica has over 867,000 followers and now teaches others how to grow a successful online business. Let’s meet Jessica Hawks and listen to her Second Act Success Story!​​SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE:https://secondactsuccess.co/23CONNECT with Jessica Hawks:Website - www.itsjessicahawks.comTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@itsjessicahawksInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/itsjessicahawks/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jessicaleighhawks/Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/itsjessicahawks/Courses - https://itsjessicahawks.com/learnREVIEW THE PODCAST:Your review would mean the world to us! REVIEW THE PODCAST. (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/second-act-success/id1617274364)WHAT’S YOUR SECOND ACT STORY?If you would like to share your story with our listeners or recommend a guest for the show, please fill out our Guest Application Form at https://bit.ly/SecondActSuccessGuest or email info@secondactsuccess.co.SHARE THE INSPIRATION:Share the podcast with friends to help spread the inspiration! secondactsuccess.co/podcast LEARN MORE AND SUBSCRIBE:To learn more about the show visit http://www.secondactsuccess.co, and please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.LET’S CONNECT!Connect with our host Shannon Russell and the Second Act Success Team:Facebook | --------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)

MTV Producer turned Boutique Owner with Katina Turner | Ep #22Katina Turner began her career as a producer for MTV’s legendary series House of Style. She worked with models and musicians, and went on host on-air segments for the show as well. Katina gave up the limelight of New York City for small town life in Asheville, North Carolina, where she opened several small businesses over the years including apothecaries, hair salons, and clothing boutiques. Katina now owns Further Yoga and Boutique where she brings big city fashion and beauty brands to the local community. This is Katina Turner’s Second Act Success story. Connect with Katina Turner:Website - loveyoufurther.comFacebook - @ furtheryogaandboutiqueInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/furtheryogaandboutique/Show Notes Page:https://secondactsuccess.co/22LEARN MORE:To learn more about the show visit http://www.secondactsuccess.co, and please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.REVIEW THE PODCAST:Your review would mean the world to us! REVIEW THE PODCAST. (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/second-act-success/id1617274364)WHAT’S YOUR SECOND ACT STORY?:If you would like to share your story with our listeners or recommend a guest for the show, please fill out our Guest Application Form at https://bit.ly/SecondActSuccessGuest or email info@secondactsuccess.co.SHARE THE INSPIRATION:Share the podcast with friends to help spread the inspiration! secondactsuccess.co/podcast LET’S CONNECT!:Connect with our host Shannon Russell and the Second Act Success Team:Facebook | Instagram | Website --------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)