second act

What would you do if you knew you couldn’t fail? If, like Harry Potter, you swallowed the Felix Felicis, “Liquid Luck” potion that empowered your success? Or if, like Elphaba, the green-skinned Wicked Witch of the West in “Wicked,” a creative spell endowed you with magical powers? With super-powers? Once you’re fed up with feeble Kryptonite-style habits that have stranded you on the back-burner of your own life … Pow! You can trade weakness for energy. And kapow! … you can train up your atrophied muscles of potential, and develop strong, mindful actions as the resilient hero in your own life. Today you’ll hear how to pack a punch with all the tools in a coach’s magic kit—to claim the force to fuel your reinvention story at midlife-plus.

Mentioned in this episode:
Next! The Power of Reinvention in Life and Work, by Joanne Lipman
Attitude is your Superpower: How to Create an Incredible Life-Changing Success, by Eduardo Clemente
The Twelve Shifts: Your Superpower for Creating an Invincible Life, by Jamil Frazier

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Join Host and Career Transition Coach, Shannon Russell, on a transformative journey of career clarity in this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast. Shannon answers questions from women inside her recent Breakthrough Bootcamp group, as she offers advice on personal and professional growth while giving practical strategies for overcoming doubt and fear while pursuing your second act career. From battling imposter syndrome to finding time amidst a hectic schedule, Shannon provides invaluable insights and actionable steps to empower you on your path to success. Whether you're considering a career change, launching a side hustle, or stepping into entrepreneurship, this episode is your guide to breaking through barriers and making your second act dreams a reality. Tune in and embark on your journey to a fulfilling and rewarding career transformation.

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Think of this whole episode as an opportunity for you, yes you, to fill in the blank. Better yet, know that this isn’t a game, but a vital component of how vital you will be or won’t be in your second act of life … after the empty nest … after you give up people pleasing and step into the best times of your life.

The crucial sentence is “Age Doesn’t Matter Unless …” and let’s see how some proactive baby boomers fill in that blank. And more importantly, how you fill in the blank.

Mentioned in this episode:
On amazon:
Breaking the Age Code: How Your Beliefs About Aging Determine How Long and Well You Live, by Dr. Becca Levy

The 20 best-selling books written by Louise Penny starting in 2012 when she was age 53 through the year 2023 at age 65: https://www.louisepenny.com

Rita Wilson Now & Forever Duets, 2022: https://music.apple.com/us/album/rita-wilson-now-forever-duets/1641140886

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Gone are the days of clueless job hunting! Resources and advice abound for “all the things,” from online job postings and networking (think LinkedIn) to resume templates, career coaches, on-topic blogs and much more—including specific tips for the over 50 job-seeker. Whatever your situation, from rebounding after a layoff or unexpected termination, to re-entering the workforce after caregiving for kids or elderly parents, or if you're ready to go part-time for a less-stressful career, I’ve got you covered. I’m repeating an early, extremely popular episode of the podcast here, originally titled “What fuels a colorful parachute for you at midlife-plus?” and recommending that you also take a listen to the in-depth interview with career expert Danielle Bradley just a couple of weeks ago in Episode 43. All these tips are money! Meaning they are practical, from real life experience. With them, you have a real roadmap that keeps you on course and cuts out the excess.

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What Color is Your Parachute? 2023 edition at amazon.

AARP Foundation Website: Back to Work at 50+ Section:
https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/income/back-to-work-50-plus/

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Are you stuck on the back-burner in your life? But ready to put yourself up front from a ho-hum existence? Yearning to escape an empty nest that isn’t as comfortable as you had hoped? Tired of putting others first but want to prioritize yourself without guilt? If you’re listening to me then you're feeling the potential inside, ready to rise up and seize a splendid second act in midlife-plus. You’ve heard here about vision boards, identity shifts, reinvention, doable change, insightful journaling and role models. Also that you’ll know what the just-right transformation is for you, when it “feels” like the person you want to be, and is unique to you. For a surprise element, learn what your shoes say about your before and after journey!'

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Ignite the path to your dream career with Career and Life Coach Danielle Bradley who has helped thousands of clients move from stuck to a successful job, especially in midlife and beyond. She’s got a before-and-after story of her own, and knows how to navigate through any fears and become easy with current-day tools like LinkedIn and optimal resumes. Danielle guides job-seekers to go from “blah” to being hired for their best role yet. I had the pleasure of working with Danielle several years ago, and today was updated on the practical and proven modern-day strategies she uses with job-hunters from all walks and situations in life. Listen to Danielle to overcome any doubts, and draw inspiration for doable steps in landing a job matched to what you really want. Grab your Bonus as a Fired-Up Listener (LinkedIn Profile Booster) https://coachwithdanielle.com/fireup

Find Danielle on
Website: https://coachwithdanielle.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellebradley1/

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Mentioned in this episode: The Success Principles by Jack Canfield

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When you get what you pay for from a workshop, so far so good. But when I got more, more, way more, from the “Think It, Ink It, Shrink It” bootcamp in November … well, mind blown!. And credit where credit is due: this remarkable event was taught live by Corinne Crabtree for her No BS Weight Loss members. It launched my much-deeper dive into journaling. It became my “think outside of the box” journaling. It spurred an engaging journaling practice that I’ve done now for 63 days straight! Today I focus on the foundation and the prompts that began my plunge, and what I have discovered on my own since. You don’t need a daily streak, but putting pen to paper or using a journaling app on the regular is life-changing.

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"Friends in later life are like fine wine,” said Amy Poehler, “they get better with age and sometimes make you want to dance on tables!” The significance of role models in your life, and how fun it can be to identify with them was Part 1. But surrounding yourself with true, great friends is more important for a transformed, satisfying, life with growth and pizazz at midlife-plus. Find out why, in this Part 2 episode, along with specific steps you can take to find best friends when you're beyond the age of moms' groups and meetings at the playground.

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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!

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Strategic Career Breaks: Boost Your Second Act Success with Practical Tips | Ep #117

In Episode #117 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell explores the concept of career breaks and the impact they can have on one's professional journey.  Shannon delves into the nuances of taking a temporary pause in your career, discussing the positive and negative aspects, along with the evolving perspectives in today's work landscape. If you are considering time off, a sabbatical, or requesting a longer leave at your job, you will learn some key things to consider in this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast.

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Key Takeaways:

• Defining Career Breaks: Shannon defines career breaks as voluntary pauses in a person's professional journey, highlighting the temporary nature of stepping away from regular employment to focus on personal development, health, or specific life events.
• Challenges and Misconceptions: The episode addresses common challenges and misconceptions associated with career breaks, including concerns about resume gaps, financial impacts, and potential hurdles in job security and career progression.
• Evolution in Workplace Culture: Shannon explores how the perception of career breaks is evolving, especially in the context of the post-pandemic work environment. She discusses how some companies are becoming more accepting of career pauses, recognizing the benefits of employees returning refreshed and recharged.
• Benefits of Career Breaks: The podcast emphasizes the positive aspects of taking a break from your career, such as reevaluating professional goals, preventing burnout, and providing the necessary time for skill development or exploring new opportunities.
• Navigating the Conversation: Practical advice is shared on how to approach conversations with employers about career breaks, ensuring clarity on job security and future career progression upon return.

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Once you get charged up about living into a new, changed, and joyful self, what will you be doing? So many exciting, doable things, to transform … at your unique pace. And we’ve talked about them. With this podcast and/or coaching you uncover your potential, let it shine, and realize the identity you want most in midlife-plus.

 What we’ve talked about are insights, actions, and tools to carry along your path from releasing people-pleasing to then pleasing yourself for life change—without hurting others who mean the most to you in the process.

 But In reviewing the year 2023 episodes I realize there’s a one+ shiny, more fun step I’ve given short shrift—kind of skimmed over it. The first part of that one step is my topic today and it’s called “the role model effect." Find out why!

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Is your competitive streak a notch higher after holiday gatherings? From charades to grab-bag steal to drop the candy cane in the bottle or maybe a little beer pong, we’ve been stepping up our games, so to speak. And it’s been a blast. Next step: leveling up… why? … how? Listen up and learn!

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 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 medicine to becoming a sought-after certified professional organizer. Join us as we delve into Angie's entrepreneurial venture, Ship Shape Solutions, where she guides individuals from chaos to order, transforming their lives. Learn about the challenges, triumphs, and the pivotal moments that led Angie to embrace a fulfilling second act. Whether you're seeking career inspiration or tips on navigating change, this episode is a must-listen. Join us for an insightful conversation that proves it's never too late to pursue your passion and create a life of purpose.

SHOW NOTES
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Key Takeaways:
00:06:00 Angie discusses her transition from education to starting her professional organizing business.

00:08:00 Angie explains the process of overcoming fear, seeking help, and breaking down overwhelming tasks.

00:11:42 How to become a certified professional organizer

00:15:00 Angie decides to pivot her business to do more speaking, writing, and podcasting.

00:16:00 Writing her first book

00:17:45 Partnering with Liana George to write a book and launch a podcast based in religion and organization

00:28:46 The beauty in reinventing yourself

Connect with Angie Hyche:
Shipshape Solutions
Book - Unholy Mess: What the Bible Says About Clutter
Podcast - Uncluttered
Facebook
Instagram

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The New Year is young, but the practice of setting resolutions is old, tired and fruitless. So today, for those of you raring to go beyond the doable and just-right goldilocks pace of change I typically encourage, well today I’ve got some juicy options. Discover how your deeper desire, creative thinking and massive action can propel you to achieve what you never thought possible.

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Why, why, oh why do we still cling to the tradition of making New Year’s Resolutions? Because, on January 1st, they promise to be so effective? Nope, nope, nope. They’re so superficial that the second Friday in January is now well known as “Quitters Day,” when nearly 25 percent of resolutions are dropped flat. Listen up to learn why it’s time to drop the resolutions list off of your annual to-do list and discover how true life transformation is actually achieved.

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It’s Christmas Week, but already here interrupting “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” … on repeat, are the annoying New Year’s TV Ads. You know, the ones for diet programs that are supposed to inspire you to plunk down determination and cash. Come on, in 2024 we no longer need to be fooled by these truly depressing sales pitches. "Fool me once, shame on me," the saying goes … but, "fool me over and over again," and, well, shame on who? Today there’s so much strong, realistic evidence for what truly works long term for those of us ready to live a life with less weight and less stress … hey even happiness while we do it. My go-to expert is Dr. Lisa Oldson who helped launch this podcast with the most popular episode to date! Before you give in to the bright and shiny diet ads pummeling us this time of year, give a listen to this repeat episode for so much valid and current information on what really works at all ages!

Connect further with Lisa Oldson, MD:
Websites: www.smartweightlosscoaching.com and www.oldsonmedical.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-weight-loss-coaching-podcast/id1683418958
Instagram: @LisaOldson

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"People can take advantage of your kindness if you let them. Setting and enforcing boundaries is essential for self-preservation and maintaining healthy relationships." So said multiple-award winning actress Angela Bassett, who should know. Because despite her talent, drive and proven tough climb to success, she has remained a kind, active supporter of too many worthy causes to count. Most notably for our interest on this podcast, Bassett is passionate about empowering women. And her words here matter. There’s a difference between kindness and the kind of people-pleasing that can suck the joy of giving right out of you. Self-preservation—that is self-love and self-care—is like the oxygen mask you must put on yourself first in order to have your own happy, healthy life. The unique life you want that enables both giving and getting.

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A Journey from Setbacks to Success | Ep #113

Have you ever felt like you hit rock bottom in life or your career? Sometimes this is the wake up call you need in order to get up and start moving in the right direction.  On Episode #113 of the Second Act Success Career podcast,  host and career transition coach Shannon Russell chats with life coach Scott Ferguson. Scott explains how a person can not truly find happiness and success until he or she serves others.   He shares his personal experience with life and career struggles and setbacks, and how he uses this experience in his work today with his clients and on his Time To Shine Today Podcast.

Key Highlights:

1. Overcoming Setbacks:
   • Scott shares his incredible journey from being an orphan in the Philippines to serving in the military and later thriving in the real estate business.
   • Learn how Scott faced challenges, including a significant loss during the real estate market crash, and emerged stronger.
2. The Power of Serving Others:
   • Discover Scott's philosophy on happiness and success through serving others.
   • Understand the concept of overlapping happiness and finding joy in giving.
3. Launching "Time to Shine Today":
   • Explore the origins of Scott's podcast and how it started as a personal quest to meet inspiring people and share their stories.
4. Resilience and Harmony:
   • Get a sneak peek into Scott's upcoming book, "Harmonic Hustle," where he emphasizes the importance of harmony over balance.
   • Understand the role of resilience in Scott's life and coaching philosophy.

SHOW NOTES:
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Connect with Scott Ferguson:
Website - https://timetoshinetoday.com/
Podcast - https://timetoshinetoday.com/podcast/
Shannon on Scott's Podcast Time To Shine Today - https://timetoshinetoday.com/podcast/shannonrussell/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/timetoshinetoday
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/timetoshinetoday


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Where are you on your list? You know, that checklist running nonstop in the back of your mind. Or, since it’s the holiday season, the list that is now sprinting nonstop in the front of your mind! I and my guest experts have repeatedly shared the case for your self-care, not only for a happier life, but to elevate your self-image, at least as high as the importance you give to other people, by giving to them first … by putting them first … by often—eek!—people pleasing. My heartfelt hope, and message for you today, is to give you another way to advance your own priorities for yourself, in times of seasonal stress as well as—and this is the fun part—to get going, on goal-getting.

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How To Start A Small Business With Less Overhead Costs | Ep #112

So you want to start a small business, but you are nervous about the overhead of opening a physical space. Hold tight because host and Career Transition Coach Shannon Russell is breaking down the differences between mobile-based businesses and brick and mortar storefront businesses on Episode #112 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast. Listen in for examples of different types of small businesses, as well as pros and cons to having a physical location versus operating a mobile business.

Shannon also shares a recent experience she encountered with her brick and mortar business which caused her to pivot and now she operates two mobile-based businesses. It's all on Episode #112 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast.

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