Second Act Success Blog:
Business Tips, Career Advice, and Inspiration on Starting Over

Reflect on your past to help you plan your second act.   In this reflective and inspiring episode of the Second Act Success Podcast, host Shannon Russell wraps up 2024 with a heartfelt message of gratitude and encouragement. Whether you’ve already started your second act, are exploring new career options, or are taking the leap into […]

Never say no to an opportunity that presents itself to you. In this episode of Second Act Success, host Shannon Russell interviews Cindy Bertram, a former graphic artist turned television producer and writer who has crafted content for HGTV, Dr. Phil, and TV Guide Network. Cindy shares her fascinating career pivot story, from graphic artist to […]

Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t do something. Look for the signs, and go for it. In this inspiring episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, Shannon Russell sits down with Jessica Varian Carroll, founder and CEO of Organista Home. Jessica shares her incredible journey from becoming a mom at 19 and working […]

Have you ever dreamed about volunteering full time and building your own global nonprofit? On Episode #168 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host and career/business coach Shannon Russell interviews Alicia Demetropolis, global nonprofit founder of the Global Humanity Initiative and author of the book Drowning in Now: A Search for God and Humanity at the […]

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 […]

From Medicine to Life Organization: Listen to Angie Hyche’s Inspiring Career Journey | Ep. 116 Embark on a journey of reinvention with career coach Shannon Russell as she sits down with the dynamic Angie Hyche on this episode of Second Act Success Career Podcast. Tune in to discover Angie’s incredible career transition from the world of science and […]

When Stressful Jobs Lead To Unhealthy Lifestyles | Ep #103 Is your job stressing you out? Has work taken over your life, while your health has been pushed aside? Sometimes we get so busy climbing the corporate ladder or growing our business, that we develop unhealthy habits. In this episode, Shannon sits down with former Reuters […]

How Multiple Job Layoffs Led To A New Career Opportunity | Ep #102 If you have ever been laid off from a job, this episode is for you!  Sonja Keeve was laid off from 3 different  jobs throughout her career in the finance and mortgage worlds.  After the last time, she wondered what should she […]

Use Your Expertise To Start A Consulting Business with Amy Rasdal | Ep #99 If you ever daydream about quitting your job, then this is the episode for you! You will learn how to turn your experience into a consulting business.  I am joined by Amy Rasdal, founder of Billable at the Beach. Amy rose […]