Second Act Success Career Podcast: Career Transitions, Entrepreneurship, and Business Startup Advice for Women

Shannon Russell

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Welcome to the Second Act Success Career Podcast, a top 2% globally ranked show designed for ambitious women ready to transition from employee to entrepreneur. This is your go-to resource for career inspiration, actionable advice, and proven strategies to help you navigate a career change, build your own business, and create a life you love.
✨ What You’ll Learn:

How to craft your perfect exit strategy from your 9-to-5 and confidently transition into entrepreneurship.
Marketing, business planning, and personal development tips to launch and grow a purpose-driven business.
Real-life success stories of women who’ve turned their side hustle into thriving businesses.
Insights on balancing career pivots, personal fulfillment, and family life as you build a flexible, abundant future.

Hosted by Shannon Russell, a former television producer turned entrepreneur and career/business coach, this podcast is your partner in navigating life-changing career transitions. As an exit strategy expert, Shannon empowers women to leave unfulfilling jobs and create joyful, impactful businesses that align with their passions and experience.
🎧 Each week, tune in for:

Practical advice on building your business with clarity and confidence.
Expert interviews and motivational stories of career change success.
Tips on marketing, productivity, and turning your business vision into reality.

🤔 Is this podcast for you?

Are you dreaming of quitting your corporate job to start your own business?
Do you want advice on marketing, personal branding, and entrepreneurial strategies?
Are you ready to overcome fear and take the leap into your second act?
Do you crave a flexible lifestyle that allows you to focus on your passions and family?
Ready to become your own boss?
Is it time to turn your side hustle into a full-time business?

If so, you’re in the right place!

🌟 Whether you're pivoting careers, starting a side hustle, or planning to leave your corporate job, the Second Act Success Career Podcast is here to help you thrive in your journey from employee to entrepreneur. Get inspired, take action, and produce your best life with Shannon by your side.

📅 New episodes every week. Subscribe now and start your journey to second act success today!

🔗 For more inspiration and resources, visit https://secondactsuccess.co/podcast.

Subscribe now and embark on a transformative journey towards career fulfillment and success!
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Top 10 Second Act Success Career Podcast: Career Transitions, Entrepreneurship, and Business Startup Advice for Women Episodes

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Professional Fundraiser Turned Revenue Coach with Jan Ditchield | #87

Second Act Success Career Podcast: Career Transitions, Entrepreneurship, and Business Startup Advice for Women

06/19/23 • 34 min

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 NOTES

https://secondactsuccess.co/87
Connect 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/
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Female Engineer Turned Skills Into A STEM Snapology Business with Kayla Opperman | Ep #4

Second Act Success Career Podcast: Career Transitions, Entrepreneurship, and Business Startup Advice for Women

05/10/22 • 25 min

Engineer to STEM Business Owner with Kayla Opperman | Ep #4

Today’s guest is Kayla Opperman. Kayla is an electrical engineer who transitioned to opening her own small business in Colorado. She was one of a few girls in the Engineering Department at University of Colorado at Boulder, and went on to work for six years as an electrical engineer. Kayla then decided that she wanted to be home with her family more and give back to her community. This is when she decided to pivot to a venture as a business owner. She opened a Snapology franchise and has grown to be one of the most successful owners within the franchise. She uses her skills as an engineer to now teach kids how to think like engineers through STEM education. Listen to Kayla Opperman’s Second Act Success story now!

Connect with Kayla Opperman at https://www.instagram.com/kayla.opperman/

Learn more about Kayla’s business at https://www.snapology.com/location/golden and https://www.instagram.com/@snapologyofgoldenlittleton

To learn more about the show visit http://www.secondactsuccess.co, and please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.

If you would like to share your story with our listeners or recommend a guest for the show, please email [email protected].

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Wedding Singer Turned Audiobook Narrator with Sheri Saginor| Ep #45

Second Act Success Career Podcast: Career Transitions, Entrepreneurship, and Business Startup Advice for Women

12/20/22 • 34 min

Sheri Saginor’s career has taken a lot of unexpected turns over the last few decades. She spent her 20s as a musician, singing in a wedding band, living the gig life. After looking for a more steady paycheck, Sheri set her eyes on high tech sales. She spent a year in an admin position before transitioning to an outside sales rep. After many years of success in her position, and a brief stint as a stay-at-home mother, Sheri decided to put her communication skills to work as a freelance speechwriter, writing everything from keynote addresses to Ted Talks to tribute speeches. When the pandemic put an end to public speaking, Sheri didn’t settle. She learned a new career as an audiobook narrator. Now Sheri has a successful business narrating and producing audio books in all genres and combining her love of performing with her desire to stay out of the spotlight.

SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE:
https://secondactsuccess.co/45

CONNECT with Sheri Saginor:

Website – www.sherisaginor.com

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sherisaginor

Latest Audio Books:

The Creative Lives of Animals, by Carol Gigliotti

Why Can't I Just Leave? A Guide to Waking Up and Walki

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From Foreign Service to Fitness: Heike Yates’ Inspiring Midlife Transformation | Ep #145

Second Act Success Career Podcast: Career Transitions, Entrepreneurship, and Business Startup Advice for Women

05/28/24 • 40 min

From Foreign Service to Fitness: Heike Yates’ Inspiring Midlife Transformation | Ep #145
In this captivating episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with Heike Yates, a dynamic midlife fitness coach with over 35 years of experience. Heike shares her extraordinary journey from her early dreams in Germany to moving to the United States and building a successful career in the fitness industry. Discover how Heike transitioned from working for the Foreign Service in Washington, D.C., to becoming a personal trainer, bodybuilder, and the founder of her own fitness empire, Pursue Your Spark. Heike discusses the importance of health and fitness in midlife, her passion for helping others, and the challenges she overcame, including adapting to hearing loss in her fitness career. Tune in to Episode #145 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast for an inspiring conversation about resilience, reinvention, and pursuing your passion at any age. Whether you’re considering a career change or seeking motivation to improve your health, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement.
SHOW NOTES
https://secondactsuccess.co/145
Connect with Heike Yates:
https://instagram.com/heikeyates/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/heike-yates/
https://www.tiktok.com/@heikeyates
https://www.facebook.com/pursueyourspark
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQIeOesGLGAOD5RhI2KYjcA
Podcasts - https://heikeyates.com/featured-podcasts/
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From Idea To Startup, Meet Female Founder Jordan Scott | #95

Second Act Success Career Podcast: Career Transitions, Entrepreneurship, and Business Startup Advice for Women

07/25/23 • 25 min

Jordan Scott is a decision-making entrepreneur and the female founder and CEO of Cobble, an app designed to help people make better, faster decisions together. On this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, Jordan shares how she trusted her gut to leave the job she thought she wanted in TV News to take a leap of faith and pursue a career as a female founder. If you have had that dream, then listen on my friend!
Jordan graduated from NYU’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study in 2015. She began her career as a news associate at CBS This Morning before launching her startup. Jordan took an idea for a way to bring people together while they make plans together and turned it into a blog. From the blog, she designed an app and started crowdsourcing to bring Cobble to life. To date, Jordan has raised $3.3 million in seed funding, growing Cobble to tens of thousands of users who have swiped over 2M times on curated places and experiences in-app. Cobble is quickly expanding to new cities, optimizing decision-making functionality, and more. Jordan shares how she trusted her gut to leave the job she thought she wanted in TV News to take a leap of faith and pursue a career as a female founder. Listen to Shannon and Jordan's discussion on Episode #95 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast.

SHOW NOTEShttps://secondactsuccess.co/95
Connect with Jordan Scott:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-scott-354aa458/

Website: https://www.trycobble.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/trycobble

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trycobble/
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Unlocking Entrepreneurial Success: From Hospitality to Mompreneurship with Kate Santangelo | Ep #127

Second Act Success Career Podcast: Career Transitions, Entrepreneurship, and Business Startup Advice for Women

04/01/24 • 35 min

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 thriving business in her local community.
Key Takeaways:

Navigating career transitions: Learn how Kate pivoted from working in restaurants and wine sales to founding her own business, Monmouth Moms.
Overcoming challenges: Hear Kate's journey through divorce, long hours in corporate sales roles, and finding her passion for entrepreneurship.
Building a community: Explore how Monmouth Moms serves as a valuable resource for parents in the local area, connecting them with essential information and businesses.
Event planning success: Discover Kate's strategies for hosting successful community events and building partnerships with local businesses.
Embracing entrepreneurship: Gain insights into the mindset and determination required to pursue your entrepreneurial dreams, even in the face of uncertainty.

SHOW NOTES:
https://secondactsuccess.co/127
Connect with Kate Santangelo
Website - https://themonmouthmoms.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/themonmouthmoms/
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-santangelo-b1663a20/
Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-monmouth-moms/id1646111977?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=lt_p
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Do You Need A Career Breakthrough? Get Clear On Your Career Goals | Ep #118

Second Act Success Career Podcast: Career Transitions, Entrepreneurship, and Business Startup Advice for Women

01/24/24 • 13 min

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. Shannon's free Breakthrough Bootcamp starts February 19th and is open to women interested in figuring out what they want out of their career and how to form a clear roadmap to a career change. Listen to Episode #118 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast now!
SHOW NOTES:
https://secondactsuccess.co/118
Join the Breakthrough Bootcamp at https://secondactsuccess.co/bootcamp
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5 Ways To Make A Fearless Career Change Over 40 - Understanding Fears and Assessing Risks (Podcast Workshop Series Day 1) | Ep #130

Second Act Success Career Podcast: Career Transitions, Entrepreneurship, and Business Startup Advice for Women

04/22/24 • 28 min

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 understand your fears around making a career change and how to mitigate the risks. Take a listen to Episode #130 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast to hear Part 1 of this 5 part Podcast Workshop Series.
Head to secondactsuccess.co/fearless to get your free workbook with resources to work while you listen to this Podcast Workshop Series.
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Monthly Masterclasses (new topics monthly)
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Mental Health Advocate, Author, and Mom - Meet Stacy Ross | Ep #143

Second Act Success Career Podcast: Career Transitions, Entrepreneurship, and Business Startup Advice for Women

05/14/24 • 38 min

Mental Health Advocate, Author, and Mom - Meet Stacy Ross | Ep #143
Join host Shannon Russell in this poignant episode of the Second Act Success Podcast as she sits down with author Stacy Ross to delve into her deeply personal memoir, "Searching For Slippers."

Stacy, a former marketing professional turned writer, opens up about her journey from corporate life to the challenging yet rewarding path of motherhood. She candidly shares her experiences raising a child with borderline personality disorder, shedding light on the emotional rollercoaster, the struggles, and the moments of resilience that define her story.

Stacy discusses the unexpected pivot in her career during the pandemic, which led her to finally pursue her long-held dream of writing her memoir. She shares insights into her collaboration with her publisher and the transformative process of turning her raw experiences into a compelling narrative.
Stacy reflects on the themes of acceptance, resilience, and finding lightness in the midst of darkness. The title of her memoir, "Searching For Slippers," serves as a poignant metaphor for the elusive quest for peace and normalcy in the face of life's challenges.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the complexities of parenthood, mental illness, or embarking on a journey of self-discovery. Join us as we celebrate Stacy's courage, vulnerability, and the power of storytelling to inspire hope and healing.
SHOW NOTES
https://secondactsuccess.co/143
Connect with Stacy:
https://stacyrossspeaks.com/
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Divorce Can Lead To Starting Over In Your Life And Career With ExExperts T.H. Irwin and Jessica Klingbaum | Ep #51

Second Act Success Career Podcast: Career Transitions, Entrepreneurship, and Business Startup Advice for Women

01/17/23 • 41 min

Jessica and T.H.’s lives ran in parallel for many years. They got married together, had children together....and got divorced together. After discovering their husbands were cheating on them, and starting the divorce process at the same time, they realized that there really wasn’t a great non-partisan resource out there to dig into the nitty-gritty of divorce. Jessica and T.H. left behind their careers in marketing and television and launched the exExperts - a resource center, community, support group and gathering space for people to help each other through one of the most arduous experiences in their lives. Plus, the Divorce Etc Podcast too. They share their story, struggles, and the joys of creating a business that builds you back up again with your best friend. The best part is they turned pain into passion in the form of exExperts that helps others on the journey of tackling divorce head on. Listen in on Shannon’s conversation with T.H. and Jessica as they spill their secrets on all things divorce on this episode of the Second Act Success Podcast.

SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE

https://secondactsuccess.co/51
CONNECT with Jessica and T.H. of the exExperts:

Website – www.exexperts.com
Newsletter - www.exexperts.com
Facebook - exEXPERTS | Facebook
Tiktok - Exexperts (@exexperts) | TikTok
Instagram - exEXPERTS (@exexperts) • Instagram photos and videos
YouTube - exEXPERTS - YouTube
Podcast - Divorce Etc Podcast
Circles Online Group Support - https://apps.apple.com/US/app/id1540905564?mt=8
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