In this powerful episode of Third Act Unscripted, Katie and Annie sit down with Stacey Kauffman, founder and CEO of SK Collective and The Rising. Stacey shares her courageous journey from media executive to purpose-driven entrepreneur, reflecting on the burnout, misalignment, and wake-up calls that led to a major life transformation. As a single mother of two navigating divorce, career upheaval, and deep personal reckoning, Stacey built a new path centered on clarity, courage, and community.
Tune in to hear how she helps others avoid the "fetal position moment" by creating space for intentional living, finding alignment, and embracing messy, imperfect action. Her story is a testament to the power of rewriting your narrative—even when you don’t yet know the ending.
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✨ Learn more about Stacey:
▸ LinkedIn: www.LinkedIn.com/in/staceykauffman
▸ Instagram: @stackauffman
▸ Facebook: Stacey Smith Kauffman
- 🌿 Now enrolling: The Rising’s Executive Mastermind & Retreat
▸ Apply or get more info at www.therisingmastermind.com
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