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Business Tips, Career Advice, and Inspiration on Starting Over

Crafting an Effective Career Vision: Setting Goals for Success Having a clear career vision and setting goals for success is crucial in today’s society. Without a defined direction of where you want your career or business to go, it’s easy to feel lost and unmotivated. By crafting an effective vision for your future and setting […]

How to Shift from Employee to Entrepreneur: Mindset Strategies for Success Transitioning from being an employee to being an entrepreneur isn’t just about changing what you do. It’s about changing how you think. Yes. You’ve been working in the workforce for many years. Yes. You have skills. Yes. You have management experience. Yes. You know […]

How to Quit Your Job and Start A Business – A Sneak Peek into the New Limited Podcast Series | Ep #161 In episode 161 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell introduces the upcoming launch of her brand new limited series podcast, How To Quit Your Job and Start A Business. This exciting 20-episode series […]

Discover the top 5 business ideas women are pursuing today, from consulting services to e-commerce, freelance writing, health coaching, and event planning. Welcome to the Business Brainstorm Mini Series on the Second Act Success Career Podcast! In this episode, host Shannon Russell dives into the surge of women-owned businesses in 2024. Shannon also addresses the common […]

Side hustle ideas that are proven successful. Welcome to the Business Brainstorm Mini-Series on the Second Act Success Career Podcast! In this episode, host Shannon Russell dives into the crucial topic of transitioning your side hustle into a full-time business. Discover why nearly 40% of U.S. adults have side hustles and how you can leverage this […]

So many ideas, but here is how to decide which business to start. Welcome to the Business Brainstorm Mini-Series on the Second Act Success Career Podcast! This is the second episode in this four-part series. In today’s episode, host Shannon Russell dives into one of the most exciting yet challenging questions aspiring entrepreneurs face: “How […]

No BS Business Tips From Revenue Coach 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 […]

Build A Business You Love | Ep #77 Have you dreamt of building a business? Are you ready to take your side hustle full time? Do you have a small business you want to grow? Shannon sits down with Busienss Coach Krista Campbell to talk strategies to turn your idea into a business built for […]

​​Leave A Legacy With Your Second Act | #72 Have you dreamed of being able to leave a legacy with your Second Act? How about creating a nonprofit, volunteering at philanthropies full time, or finding a way to truly give back to a your community?  On Episode #72 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, Shannon sits […]