Second Act Success Blog

When work, life, and balancing it all becomes a little too much. Have you ever felt like work is taking over your life? Maybe it feels like you’re holding it together on the outside, but slowly unraveling inside? That’s quiet cracking, the point where you’ve been juggling career, life, and responsibilities for so long that […]

Proven Strategies to Get Noticed, Land Interviews, and Secure Your Next Role Are you applying to dozens of jobs but not hearing back—even though you’re highly qualified? You’re not alone. In this episode of the Second Act Success® Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with Gina Riley, author of Qualified Isn’t Enough and founder of […]

Use Your Severance Package to Start a Business and Invest in Yourself | #211 Were you recently laid off and handed a severance check… but no clear plan for what’s next? Don’t just spend it—flip it. In this powerful episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, business coach Shannon Russell shares how your severance package can become […]

Get creative and make money with your own business? Here’s how you can build an online shop on Etsy. Even if you have never shopped on Etsy, chances are you have heard of this global online marketplace. It’s an e-commerce company focused on handmade items, digital downloads, crafts, and anything you can think of that’s […]

Betting on Paradise: How One Couple Left Corporate Careers, Moved to Costa Rica, and Built Their Dream Life | #210 Ever dreamed of quitting your 9–5, moving somewhere tropical, and starting fresh as your second act? 🌴  On this episode #210 of the Second Act Success Podcast, Shannon Russell sits down with HGTV’s Betting on Paradise stars, Steph Sitt and Luke […]

Don’t Wait to Be Pushed Out: Build a Business on Your Terms and Take Back Control | #209 Are you waiting for a layoff, burnout, or bad boss to make the next move for you? Don’t wait to be pushed out, build a business on your terms and take back control. In this episode of the Second Act […]

“I’ll Never Fire Myself.” Losing Her Job Was the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Her – Meet Betsy Pepine | #208 What happens when you get laid off, divorced, and find yourself at rock bottom all at once? For serial entrepreneur and real estate powerhouse Betsy Pepine, it sparked a second act that changed […]

Why Every Woman Starting a Business Needs a Coach and Accountability Partner Are you a woman thinking about starting your own business, but feeling overwhelmed by everything on your plate? You’re not alone! Between work, kids, laundry, dinner, school drop-offs, and life, it’s easy to push your own goals to the bottom of the list. […]

Back to Business: How Moms Can Start a Business While the Kids Are in Class | #207 No distractions, no excuses! How you can start your business, while the kids are back to school.  In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host and business coach Shannon Russell shares actionable tips for moms and working women […]