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May 8, 2025 42 mins

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, stepping away from a creative career to focus on family, and how she found confidence in starting her own business.

We discuss the challenges of career transitions, the importance of financial planning, and how having a support system and a plan can help you pursue fulfillment over societal expectations. Shannon also shares insights from her brand new book, "Start Your Second Act."

If you’re thinking about making a career change or starting your own business, this episode is full of valuable tips to help you step into your next chapter with confidence!

Buy the book here: https://a.co/d/9X1O6F5

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Website - https://secondactsuccess.co

FB - https://www.facebook.com/secondactsuccess.co

IG - https://instagram.com/secondactsuccess

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@secondactsuccess

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonrussellcareercoach

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@secondactsuccess

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Connect with Brittany

Website: https://www.shiftyourdayjob.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shiftyourdayjob/

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