Career Change for Women | Career Coaching, Career Path

In this episode, I chat with Ellen Twomey—career coach, entrepreneur, and founder of You Are TechY—about career transitions, confidence, and breaking into tech.

Ellen shares her personal journey from being a stay-at-home mom to landing a job in tech, despite facing self-doubt and isolation. She explains how attending just one meetup changed everything for her and how other women can do the same.

We also dive into:

• Overcoming fear ...

In this episode, I sit down with Alaina Case, an experienced virtual assistant coach and founder of Elite VA Services, to talk about the journey from traditional employment to entrepreneurship. Alaina shares her career path, from working in public relations and nonprofit roles to launching multiple businesses before discovering her passion for virtual assistance. She opens up about the challenges of leaving a toxic work environment...

Navigating Life’s Next Chapter with Wendy Leggett

In this episode, I sit down with Wendy Leggett, a retirement coach specializing in non-financial retirement planning. Wendy shares how she helps people transition into retirement with intention—focusing on identity, purpose, and well-being rather than just finances.

We dive into:

• The emotional challenges of leaving a career and redefining your purpose
• How to approach retirement as a...

In this episode, Shannon Russell, a former TV producer turned entrepreneur and career coach, shares her inspiring journey of transitioning from the entertainment industry to owning a business and helping women navigate career changes.

Shannon talks about recognizing transferable skills, embracing self-reflection, and the power of listening to your inner voice when making a career pivot. She opens up about overcoming self-doubt, step...

In this episode of Career Change for Women (formerly titled Shift Your Day Job podcast), Brittany sits down with midlife women's business coach Brenda Rigney to talk about entrepreneurship, personal growth, and embracing change. Brenda shares her journey from a 15-year corporate career at The Gap to becoming a successful entrepreneur, fueled by a life-changing divorce and a desire for more freedom.

She dives into the challenges midl...

In this episode of Career Change for Women (formerly Shift Your Day Job), I sit down with business coach Emily Hawkins to talk about her journey from a 15-year corporate career to building a thriving coaching business. Emily opens up about the moment she realized corporate life wasn’t for her and how a layoff led her to reassess her future. She shares how she took a leap, turned her expertise into a high-value offer, and built a bu...

In this episode of Shift Your Day Job, I sit down with artist, mentor, and creativity specialist Karen DeLoach to explore the power of art, self-expression, and digital entrepreneurship. Karen shares her journey from traditional art education—earning degrees in painting, ceramics, and film production—to pivoting online and building a thriving creative business.

We dive into the role of creativity in reducing stress, finding fulfillm...

In this episode of Shift Your Day Job, I chat with Francie Jain, founder of TerraWatt, about transforming professional development and making coaching more accessible. Francie shares her unconventional career path, the inspiration behind TerraWatt, and how her company is revolutionizing employee growth through group purchasing power.

We dive into the importance of feedback, balancing ego with improvement, and why recognizing your st...

In this episode of Shift Your Day Job, I sit down with Jenn Brown, a former educator turned certified life coach, to talk about the power of resilience and self-trust in career transitions. Jen shares how a life-altering event reshaped her path, leading her to work with teens and young adults navigating confidence, decision-making, and self-doubt.

We dive into the importance of managing negative self-talk, taking small steps toward ...

In this solo episode, I dive into a key career shift question: Are you addressing the real problem in your job, or just reacting out of frustration? Drawing from my work as a UX designer, I share how bandaid solutions—whether in tech, career moves, or even personal habits—keep us stuck in the same cycles.

If you’ve ever felt the urge to quit without a clear plan, this episode will help you pause, reflect, and make a more intentional...

From Fitness Trainer to Filmmaker: Kit Rich on Reinvention, Risk & Pursuing Your Dreams

In this episode of Shift Your Day Job, I sit down with Kit Rich, a former celebrity fitness trainer turned award-winning filmmaker, to talk about the power of reinvention and chasing your true calling. Kit shares her unexpected path into the fitness world, the internal struggle of putting others’ goals before her own, and the bold steps she t...

Rayna Rokicki’s career journey is a testament to the power of reinvention.

After working as a middle and high school teacher overseas, Covid forced her and her family to return to the U.S.—and pushed her to rethink her career path. What started as a virtual assistant role quickly evolved into producing podcasts for women entrepreneurs, launching her own shows, and ultimately, stepping into podcast growth coaching full-time.

In this e...

In this episode, I sit down with Juliana VanLaanen, co-founder and CEO of 2MamaBees, to explore her journey from crafting backyard playhouses to leading a thriving eco-friendly brand sold in over 150 retail stores, including Target and Walmart.

Juliana shares how her business began as a heartfelt project inspired by her co-founder’s son and grew into a company known for heirloom-quality, sustainable playhouses. We dive into the less...

In this episode of Shift Your Day Job, I sit down with Barbara Walsh, a board-certified master health coach, to talk about how her cancer diagnosis transformed her career and her life. After overcoming breast cancer naturally—without surgery, chemo, or radiation—Barbara is now eight years cancer-free and on a mission to help professional women in their 40s reclaim their health, energy, and confidence.

We dive into the connection bet...

In this episode of Shift Your Day Job, I sit down with Cori Myka, founder of Calm Within Adult Swim, to talk about her incredible journey from a fearful swimmer to a leader in adult swim education. With over 25 years of experience, Cori has helped adults overcome their fear of water, build confidence, and even train swim instructors through her innovative programs and retreats.

We explore the power of mindfulness, self-trust, and in...

In this inspiring episode of Shift Your Day Job, Brittany sits down with Marissa Rehder, a former teacher turned six-figure boutique owner, to discuss her incredible career journey. From her early days as a college athlete to navigating career transitions and entrepreneurship, Marissa shares how she turned uncertainty into opportunity.

Marissa opens up about leaving the classroom during the pandemic to build a business that initiall...

Welcome to Season 2 of Shift Your Day Job! In this solo episode, I’m reflecting on a full year of podcasting—how it started, how it’s changed me, and why the power of community has been so impactful. I also open up about a big shift in my own career journey that’s made me take a deeper look at what I truly want.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, afraid of change, or unsure of your next move, this episode is for you. We’ll talk about the i...

In this episode of Shift Your Day Job, Brittany sits down with Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller, a former college professor and classical musician, who shares her powerful journey of transitioning from academia to a career centered on empathy and emotional intelligence. After experiencing a toxic work environment and a traumatic incident during her first term as a professor, Melissa knew it was time for a change.

Together, they discu...

In this episode of Shift Your Day Job, Brittany chats with Anita Anello, a former software executive at SAP who transitioned from the corporate world to becoming a full-time homeschooling mom and entrepreneur. Anita shares her journey of stepping away from high-pressure roles to prioritize family life and build a business that aligns with her values.

Anita opens up about the challenges of balancing career, family, and entrepreneursh...