Welcome back to The In-Between podcast! Today I'm chatting with Shannon Russell, a career transition coach, author, and host of the Second Act Success podcast. In this episode we dive into what a "second act" really means and why it's never too late to start over. Shannon shares her powerful story of walking away from her dream job in television and the pivotal moment when she chose family over interviewing major celebrities. We talk about the messy in-between of figuring out what's next, why defining your "why" is the compass for everything, and how to strategically build a business while still working full-time. Shannon gets honest about imposter syndrome, the fear of what others will think, and why you don't have to have it all figured out to take the leap. Plus, we discuss why everyone should have something entrepreneurial on the side and how to stop living with regrets. If you're feeling stuck or wondering if there's something more out there for you, this conversation is your permission slip to explore!

What You'll Hear:

• What a "second act" really means and why it's not too late
• Shannon's journey from TV producer to franchise owner to coach
• The Taylor Swift interview that changed everything
• Navigating the messy in-between of career transitions
• How to know when it's time for a change
• Defining your "why" as your compass for decision-making
• Starting a business while working full-time strategically
• Dealing with imposter syndrome and self-doubt
• Why success in a second act looks different than your first
• The importance of having something you build and control
• Teaching your kids that career paths aren't linear
• How to take the first step toward your second act
• Living without regrets and chasing your dreams

Connect with Shannon:

@secondactsuccess

Second Act Success Website | https://secondactsuccess.co/

Second Act Success Podcast

Let's Connect:

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