In this inspiring episode of Second Act Success, host Shannon Russell sits down with Monika Nielsen, founder of Style Closet Coach and the beloved “closet therapist” for women reinventing themselves in midlife. After homeschooling her three children for 22 years, Monika launched a business helping women declutter their closets and rediscover their style. She shares how she turned a personal moment of self-discovery into a purpose-driven second act that empowers other women to feel confident in their clothes—and in themselves.
Whether you're standing in front of a closet full of clothes that no longer reflect who you are, or you're preparing for a career pivot and want to show up authentically in your next chapter, Monika’s approach will inspire you to make space for the woman you’re becoming.
🎯 Key Takeaways:
- Why your wardrobe may be holding you back from stepping confidently into your second act
- How to ditch the guilt and give yourself permission to evolve—both in style and in life
- Monika’s process for helping women align their wardrobe with their lifestyle and goals
- The power of donating clothes to support other women reentering the workforce
- Tips on identifying your “closet personality” and making mindful shopping choices
- Why starting over is not just possible—but powerful
🔗 https://secondactsuccess.co/190
Connect with Monika:
------
You are listening to the Top 2% globally ranked podcast Second Act Success!
READ Shannon's Book - Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers, Launch a Business, and Create Your Best Life at https://startyoursecondact.com.
Book a FREE Strategy Call with host and career/business coach Shannon Russell - https://www.calendly.com/second-act-success/coaching-strategy
FREE Resources
https://secondactsuccess.co/resources
LISTEN to the How To Quit Your Job and Start A Business Podcast!
https://secondactsuccess.co/listen
LET’S CONNECT!
Instagram - https://instagram.com/secondactsuccess
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/secondactsuccess.co
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@secondactsuccess
FREE Resources - https://secondactsuccess.co/resources
Popular Podcasts
24/7 News: The Latest
The latest news in 4 minutes updated every hour, every day.
Therapy Gecko
An unlicensed lizard psychologist travels the universe talking to strangers about absolutely nothing. TO CALL THE GECKO: follow me on https://www.twitch.tv/lyleforever to get a notification for when I am taking calls. I am usually live Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays but lately a lot of other times too. I am a gecko.
The Joe Rogan Experience
The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.