112 episodes
Second Act Success Career Podcast Shannon Russell
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5.0 • 52 Ratings
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The Second Act Success Career Podcast is focused on helping empower women like you who are seeking a career transition. If you are searching for a new job or launching a new business, you're in the right place. Television producer turned entrepreneur and career transition coach, Shannon Russell, shares advice to help you "produce" your best life. Plus, you'll gain insights from career industry experts to help guide you on your journey. Have you been considering a career change? Not sure how to transition to a new role? Interested in switching career fields completely? Dreaming of turning your side hustle into a full time business? If you are ready to learn how to make your dream job a reality and want to start over, then this is the podcast for you! The Second Act Success Career Podcast inspires women to begin a "second act" in their career to find fulfillment. You will hear motivational stories of women who have changed careers, started businesses, and followed their creative passions to the fullest. Shannon's mission is to inspire you to build a life of abundance and find a career that fills you up. Listen in for tips on how she and her guests have pivoted to a new career to find success. Join Shannon as she helps you produce your best life, so you can discover second act success in your career! www.secondactsuccess.co/podcast
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Starting Over At Any Age In Your Career | Ep #111
Starting Over At Any Age In Your Career | Ep #111
Age is just a number. Despite what some people may think, you CAN start over in your career at any age! Maria Schenker joins host Shannon Russell on Episode #111 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast to discuss how she began discovering her true self and the career field she was meant to be in as she neared the age of 60.
Maria has worked as a flight attendant, a pharmaceutical sales rep, and she has run a medical practice. She is a also a mom and a Cancer survivor. While she learned about health through her Cancer diagnosis and being diagnosed with Celiac, she studied nutrition and became a certified health and wellness coach. While trying to get back into the workforce after her divorce, Maria fought age-discrimination and frustration along the way. As she neared her 60th birthday, Maria decided to change everything and open her own business called Empowering You.
Listen in as Maria and Shannon discuss finding your life's purpose on Episode #111 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast.
SHOW NOTES
https://secondactsuccess.co/111
Connect with Maria Schenker:
https://www.facebook.com/Empoweringyouhealthcoaching
https://www.instagram.com/mariaschenker/
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Build A Business And a Family At The Same Time | Ep #110
Build A Business And a Family At The Same Time | Ep #110
Is it possible to build a business while also adding on to your family at the same time? Yes! Erin Woodruff joins host Shannon Russell to explain how she left her job in Human Resources at a University to follow her inner voice by taking a leap into entrepreneurship. Erin began her business at the same time she found out she was pregnant, so her business and her baby have grown up together. Erin shares how this has been the best decision for her as she creates a life where she is in control.
Erin created her own business as a Communications Coach helping extroverted women who have an introverted partner make the most of their relationship by opening up and being clear on what they want. She is also the host of the Time For You Podcast. Take a listen to Episode #110 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast with Shannon Russell to hear Erin's story.
SHOW NOTES
https://secondactsuccess.co/110
Connect with Erin:
https://erinwoodruffcoaching.com/
https://www.instagram.com/erinwoodruffcoaching/
https://timeforyou.buzzsprout.com/share
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Is Now The Right Time To Change Careers? Take the Quiz! https://secondactsuccess.co/quiz
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High Tech Marketing to Nutrition Coaching During Divorce with Suzy Wood | Ep #109
High Tech Marketing to Nutrition Coaching During Divorce with Suzy Wood | Ep #109
Listen in as Shannon sits down with Suzy Wood, a former high tech marketing executive who uncovered her second act career while going through a divorce. Suzy went back to school to study intuitive nutrition and discovered that prioritizing health during a traumatic experience like a divorce is critical. Suzy launched her business True Wellness Within and she now coaches clients on how to stay healthy physically, mentally, and emotionally while going through divorce. She shares her story and her personal struggles and offer advice on how to navigate a second act career while maintaining health and happiness. Join Shannon and Suzy for this conversation on episode #109 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast.
SHOW NOTES:
https://secondactsuccess.co/109
Connect with Suzy Wood
https://www.truewellnesswithin.com/
https://www.instagram.com/truewellnesswithin/
https://www.facebook.com/TrueWellnessWithinHealthCoaching/
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TAKE THE QUIZ!
Is Now The Right Time To Change Careers? Take the Quiz! https://secondactsuccess.co/quiz
Book a FREE Discovery Call with host/career coach Shannon Russell - https://www.calendly.com/second-act-success/coaching-strategy
Join the Second Act Accelerator Program:
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Learn About A Job Before You Leap - Career Clarity Mini-Series (Part 5) | Ep #108
Learn About A Job Before You Leap - Career Clarity Mini-Series (Part 5) | Ep #108
Join us for a five part Masterclass on Career Clarity! This is Part 5 of the Career Clarity Mini-Series, where career coach and host of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, Shannon Russell, talks about why it's crucial that you learn about a job or business opportunity before you leap.
In this episode, you will get tips on how to research potential work roles, ask for inside information from your network, and how to dive deep into a company or business you want to work with.
Listen to Episode #108 for Part 5 of the Career Clarity Mini-Series now!
If you missed the past episodes in this Career Clarity Mini-Series, catch up now...
Episode #104 - How to get clear on your career goals?
Episode #105 - What is the "why" behind your work?
Episode #106 - Make your job skills stand out!
Episode #107 - Keep your priorities in check when changing careers
SHOW NOTES
https://secondactsuccess.co/108
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TAKE THE QUIZ!
Is Now The Right Time To Change Careers? Take the Quiz! https://secondactsuccess.co/quiz
Book a FREE Discovery Call with host/career coach Shannon Russell - https://www.calendly.com/second-act-success/coaching-strategy
Join the Second Act Accelerator Program:
https://secondactsuccess.co/course
LET’S CONNECT!
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Keep priorities in check when changing careers - Career Clarity Mini-Series (Part 4) | Ep #107
Join us for a five part Masterclass on Career Clarity! This is Part 4 of the Career Clarity Mini-Series, where career coach and host of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, Shannon Russell, will give you ways to transition jobs or start a business, all while you stay focused on your career goals.
In this episode, you will learn how to plan your career shift by considering your priorities and making sure you keep your eye on what you want to move towards. After all, you do not want to change jobs and find yourself doing the same work you dislike once again.
Listen to Episode #107 for Part 4 of the Career Clarity Mini-Series now!
If you missed the past episodes in this Career Clarity Mini-Series, catch up now...
Episode #104 - How to get clear on your career goals?
Episode #105 - What is the "why" behind your work?
Episode #106 - Make your job skills stand out!
SHOW NOTES
https://secondactsuccess.co/107
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TAKE THE QUIZ!
Is Now The Right Time To Change Careers? Take the Quiz! https://secondactsuccess.co/quiz
Book a FREE Discovery Call with host/career coach Shannon Russell - https://www.calendly.com/second-act-success/coaching-strategy
Join the Second Act Accelerator Program:
https://secondactsuccess.co/course
LET’S CONNECT!
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Make Your Job Skills Stand Out - Career Clarity Mini-Series (Part 3) | Ep #106
Make Your Job Skills Stand Out - Career Clarity Mini-Series (Part 3) | Ep #106
Join us for a five part Masterclass on Career Clarity! This is Part 3 of the Career Clarity Mini-Series, where career coach and host of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, Shannon Russell, will discuss how you can assess your experience and make your job skills stand out to help you move ahead.
In this episode, you will learn how to value your past experience and accomplishments as you plan for your next career move. Shannon will discuss the importance of not discrediting roles you've had in the past. You will discover ways to use your past to plan for your future work or business.
Listen to Episode #106 for Part 3 of the Career Clarity Mini-Series now!
If you missed the past episodes in this Career Clarity Mini-Series, catch up now...
Episode #104 - How to get clear on your career goals?
Episode #105 - What is the "why" behind your work?
SHOW NOTES
https://secondactsuccess.co/106
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TAKE THE QUIZ!
Is Now The Right Time To Change Careers? Take the Quiz! https://secondactsuccess.co/quiz
Book a FREE Discovery Call with host/career coach Shannon Russell - https://www.calendly.com/second-act-success/coaching-strategy
Join the Second Act Accelerator Program:
https://secondactsuccess.co/course
LET’S CONNECT!
Instagram - https://instagram.com/secondactsuccess
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REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE:
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Career Coaching with Shannon Russell - https://secondactsuccess.co/coaching
Customer Reviews
Upbeat Advice for People Looking to Recreate Themselves
I enjoyed her real world advice for how to stand out with an employer. The September Surge episode is particularly helpful.
Perfect for my entrepreneur soul
Love this show! I appreciate that the episodes are not too long and are packed with the perfect combination of practical tips and inspiration/cheerleading. Great for anyone contemplating their next act! - Grace Stevens, Host of the Balance Your Teacher Life podcast
Great listen for anyone looking at a career move
I love hearing all these stories from people who’ve made successful switches into their 2nd or 3rd act and what they learned along the way.