According to a 2022 article published in Forbes, women still comprise just 25% of healthcare leadership positions. Women in healthcare are often deterred from seeking a career in leadership due to the lack of organizational support for work-life integration, gender equity, racial discrimination, and pay equality. Having women in leadership creates the pipeline for future leaders and improves the delivery of care to the communities we serve. After 20 years in the healthcare field with leaders ...
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Second Act Success Career Podcast: Career Transitions, Entrepreneurship, and Business Startup Advice for Women
Shannon Russell
Welcome to the Second Act Success Career Podcast, a top 2% globally ranked show designed for ambitious women ready to transition from employee to entrepreneur. This is your go-to resource for career inspiration, actionable advice, and proven strategies to help you navigate a career change, build your own business, and create a life you love. ✨ What You’ll Learn: How to craft your perfect exit strategy from your 9-to-5 and confidently transition into entrepreneurship. Marketing, business plan ...
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How I Wrote My First Book: Behind-the-Scenes of Becoming an Author in My Second Act | #186
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22:34Have you ever dreamed of writing a book but weren’t sure where to start? In this episode of The Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell takes you behind the scenes of her journey to becoming an author! She shares how she went from dreaming about writing to officially publishing her book, Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers,…
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Breaking the Likability Trap: Habits Women Leaders Must Overcome to Thrive
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17:09In this episode of the "Leading Ladies in Healthcare" podcast, Dr. Lisa, a seasoned family physician, and executive leadership coach, addresses the challenges women face in the workplace, particularly the pressure to be likable. She identifies six habits that can undermine women's leadership presence: over-apologizing, second-guessing decisions, us…
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From The Office to Italy: How Francesca Montillo Created Her Dream Career | Ep #185
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26:43Have you ever dreamed of leaving your corporate job to follow your creative passion? In this episode of Second Act Success, Shannon Russell sits down with Francesca Montillo, founder of Lazy Italian Culinary Adventures. Francesca shares her incredible journey from a stable career in healthcare management to building a thriving business centered aro…
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Breaking Barriers in Tech: Kerry Ann King's Journey to Becoming a Founder in Her 50s | Ep #184
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33:44Are you thinking about pivoting into tech or launching your own business later in life? In this episode of Second Act Success, host Shannon Russell sits down with Kerry Ann King, CEO of Eluminate Labs, to discuss her inspiring journey from multiple career transitions to becoming a tech founder in her 50s. Kerry Ann shares how she navigated layoffs,…
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From Corporate Layoff to Business Success: How Kristen Lettini Built Her Fairytale Career | #183
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26:30What if getting let go from your corporate job was actually the best thing that ever happened to you? That’s exactly what happened to Kristen Lettini, host of the Build Your Own Fairytale Podcast, who turned a career setback into the ultimate opportunity to build a thriving business. In this episode #183 of Second Act Success, Kristen shares how sh…
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Turn Your Skills Into a Business: Business Brainstorming Strategies | #182
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27:22Have you been wondering if you have what it takes to start a business with your skills and experience? In this special episode of Second Act Success Episode #182, host Shannon Russell shares a replay of her popular Business Brainstorm Masterclass. You'll learn how to plan your exit strategy, discover the right business idea for you, and take the fi…
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Career Assessments Explained: Find Clarity and Launch Your Second Act With YouMap | #181
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14:37Are you ready to leave your 9-to-5 and start a business that's perfectly aligned with who you are? In this episode of Second Act Success Career Podcast, host and career transition/business coach, Shannon Russell dives into the power of the YouMap® assessment—a personalized career tool that helps you discover your strengths, values, skills, and pers…
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Launching a Network and Clothing Line: Cookie Zito’s Inspiring Second Act | Ep 180
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33:33Are you ready to turn your career into your own business and ask yourself, “Why not me?” In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast Episode #180, host Shannon Russell sits down with media powerhouse and entrepreneur Cookie Zito. Cookie shares her inspiring journey from MTV and Yahoo to launching the Christy Maz Network, a digital hub …
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Mastering Content Strategy for Business Growth: Lindsay Smith’s Journey from Corporate to Creative Entrepreneur | Ep #179
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33:38Are you a creative thinking about going into business for yourself? You'll want to tune in for this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, where host Shannon Russell chats with Lindsay Smith, a seasoned copywriter and content strategist, about her inspiring career journey to building her own business. From her beginnings at the Canadian …
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3 Steps to Achieve Your Goals and Start a Thriving Business in 2025 | Ep #178
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14:21Ready to truly achieve your biggest goals in 2025? In this episode of Second Act Success, Shannon Russell shares the three essential steps to set yourself up for entrepreneurial success by hitting your goals this year. From creating clear, actionable goals to building your knowledge base and growing your network, Shannon breaks down the process to …
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Career Reflection to Business Action: 2025 Success Starts Here | Ep #177
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10:54In this reflective and inspiring episode of the Second Act Success Podcast, host Shannon Russell wraps up 2024 with a heartfelt message of gratitude and encouragement. Whether you’ve already started your second act, are exploring new career options, or are taking the leap into building your own business, this episode is packed with motivation to ce…
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Dentist turned Consultant: Dr. Jessica Metcalfe on Finding Purpose Beyond the Profession | Ep #176 (Encore)
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41:44In this encore episode of Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with Dr. Jessica Metcalfe, a dental oncologist turned author, speaker, and consultant. Jessica shares her journey of breaking free from the box she felt trapped in after years of dedication to dentistry. Discover how she transitioned to part-time practice, l…
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Graphic Artist turned Cookbook Author: Cindy Bertram’s Journey of Creativity and Reinvention in Media | Ep #175
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33:28In this episode of Second Act Success, host Shannon Russell interviews Cindy Bertram, a former graphic artist turned television producer and writer who has crafted content for HGTV, Dr. Phil, and TV Guide Network. Cindy shares her fascinating career pivot story, from graphic artist to TV producer, and her latest endeavor as a cookbook author. Disco…
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From Glass Creations to Body & Life Coaching: Meet Courtney Gray | Ep #174
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33:34In this inspiring episode of Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell chats with Courtney Gray, a former CEO of a glass and jewelry business turned certified body and life coach. Courtney shares her incredible journey from running a successful multiple six-figure business to finding her true calling in coaching. Discover how Courtney…
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Hallmark Movie Magic Meets Real Life: A Hallmark Guide to Starting Your Business | Ep #173
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21:34It’s the most wonderful time of the year—and the perfect time to overcome your fears and chase your entrepreneurial dreams! In this special holiday-themed Episode #173 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell explores the parallels between your business journey and a classic Hallmark Christmas movie. Just like our favorite hol…
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Employee to Entrepreneur: The Mindset Shift for Building Your Dream Business | Ep 172
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19:41Transitioning from a 9-to-5 job to running your own business is more than a career change—it’s a complete mindset shift. In this special episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, Shannon Russell shares insights from her limited series podcast, How to Quit Your Job and Start a Business. Learn how to embrace risk, develop a growth mindset, an…
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She Had No Business: Jessica Varian Carroll’s Inspiring Path to Entrepreneurship | Ep #171
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27:39In this inspiring episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, Shannon Russell sits down with Jessica Varian Carroll, founder and CEO of Organista Home. Jessica shares her incredible journey from becoming a mom at 19 and working in the automotive industry to launching her home organizing business and publishing her memoir, She Had No Business.…
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Goal-Setting for Female Entrepreneurs: Achieve Your Career Change and Business Launch with Confidence | Ep #170
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26:31In this empowering episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell dives into goal-setting strategies tailored for women ready to quit their 9-to-5 job and launch a fulfilling business. Discover how clear, intentional goal setting can accelerate your journey from career transition to successful entrepreneur. Shannon shares in…
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Engineer turned Organic Gardening CEO: Embracing Sustainable Living with Hélène Hébert | Ep #169
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45:53Ready to turn your passion into a thriving business as you start a second act career? Join Shannon Russell on the Second Act Success Career Podcast as she interviews Hélène Hébert, a former nuclear engineer who left a high-powered career to be with her family, while she discovered a love of sustainable living and organic gardening. Hélène's inspiri…
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Creating a Non-Profit: From Corporate Life to Global Nonprofit Founder with author Alicia Demetropolis | Ep #168
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35:07Have you ever dreamed about volunteering full time and building your own non-profit? On Episode #168 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host and career/business coach Shannon Russell interviews Alicia Demetropolis, founder of the Global Humanity Initiative and author of the book Drowning in Now: A Search for God and Humanity at the Top of th…
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Unstuck and Inspired: Join the Free Breakthrough Bootcamp for Career Clarity! | Ep #167
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13:11Ready to shake off the career blues and gain the clarity you need to take your next big step? In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell invites you to her FREE Breakthrough Bootcamp starting on October 21st! Whether you're looking to leave your 9-5 or start a side business, this week-long bootcamp will give you …
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5 Key Steps to Selling Your Business Successfully | Ep #166
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26:33In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell shares her personal experience of selling her first business, a successful franchise she ran for eight years. Whether you're a current business owner or aspiring entrepreneur, learning about the process of selling a business is crucial. Shannon walks listeners through th…
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Solar Energy to Sustainable Design: How Brittany Steptoe Wright Balances Multiple Passions as a CEO in Business | Ep #165
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32:40Are you a multi-passionate entrepreneur trying to merge your diverse interests into a fulfilling career? In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host and career coach Shannon Russell sits down with Brittany Steptoe Wright, owner and lead designer at BSW Design, co-owner of Steptoe Carpentry, and host of the CEO Podcast. Brittany s…
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Branding with Sandra Madhere
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30:02Dr. Lisa and Sandra Madhere engage in this edition of the Leading Ladies in Healthcare podcast regarding the vital place that personal branding has for women in leadership positions. Dr. Lisa first addresses the topic and recollects her experience working with Sandra to establish her brand image. Sandra then recalls her personal story and shift fro…
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From Corporate CEO to Beachside Consultant: How to Build a Profitable Consulting Business with Amy Rasdal | Ep #164 (Replay)
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31:22Ready to leave the 9-to-5 grind and build a successful consulting career? In this episode of Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell chats with Amy Rasdal, founder of Billable at the Beach. Amy shares her journey from climbing the corporate ladder as a Silicon Valley CEO to creating a flexible, profitable consulting business. Learn …
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Stand Out During the September Surge: How to Start Your Second Act Career (Encore Episode) | Ep #163
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10:32In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell dives into the "September Surge," the post-summer hiring boom that many job seekers miss out on. Discover how you can stand out from the crowd, whether you're looking for a new job, aiming for a promotion, or planning an exit strategy to start your own business. Shannon …
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Embracing Your Leadership Presence Part 2: Confidence
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21:57In this episode of "Leading Ladies in Healthcare," Dr. Lisa delves into the theme of "embracing a leadership presence" with a focus on confidence. She defines confidence as projecting strength and decisiveness to inspire others. Dr. Lisa discusses traits of confident leaders, such as vision, courage, gratitude, effective communication, and accounta…
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Why Women Want To Be Boss- Episode One of How To Quit Your Job and Start A Business | Ep #162
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20:35This is your sneak peak of the new limited series podcast - How to Quit Your Job and Start a Business. If you are dreaming of leaving your 9-to-5 job to start your own business, then you must join Career Transition Coach Shannon Russell for this new series that will walk you from giving your notice at your corporate job to launching your business t…
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How to Quit Your Job and Start A Business - A Sneak Peek into the New Limited Podcast Series | Ep #161
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11:11In episode 161 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell introduces the upcoming launch of her brand new limited series podcast, How To Quit Your Job and Start A Business. This exciting 20-episode series is designed to guide women step-by-step from employee to entrepreneur. Shannon shares the inspiration behind creating this se…
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Embracing Your Leadership Presence
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19:19In this episode of "Leading Ladies in Healthcare," Dr. Lisa, a family physician turned executive leadership coach, explores the concept of "leadership presence" for women in healthcare. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity, confidence, communication, and inspiration in leadership roles. Dr. Lisa shares strategies such as understanding core…
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Dr. Lisa Herbert, a family physician turned executive leadership coach, introduces her new podcast, "Leading Ladies in Healthcare." She shares her personal journey from clinical medicine to healthcare leadership after experiencing burnout. Dr. Lisa's mission is to empower women in healthcare to thrive and become effective leaders. She reflects on v…
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Navigating the Military to Civilian Career Shift with Cheryl Cross | Ep #160
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45:59In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with Cheryl Cross, an expert in military to civilian career transitions and author of Civilian Mission: The Three-Year Guide for Military Professionals Planning Civilian Careers. Cheryl shares her journey from a professional broadcaster to a workforce developme…
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At The Crossroads of a Career Transition: Navigating the Uncertainty
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21:14In this episode of the Women Physicians Lead podcast, Dr. Lisa Herbert discusses navigating career transitions for women in healthcare leadership. Sharing her own experiences, Dr. Herbert addresses the challenges and introspective questions that arise during such transitions. She emphasizes the importance of having a plan, seeking support, and allo…
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From MTV to Entrepreneurship: Raquel Bruno's Journey to Success and Joy | Ep #159
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37:51Ready to turn your passion into a thriving business? On this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell interviews Raquel Bruno, a former MTV Networks executive who took the leap to start her own entertainment company, Drive Entertainment Group. Raquel shares her inspiring journey from the fast-paced world of Viacom to b…
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Mastering Money: How to Save, Get Out of Debt, & Monetize Your Passion with Sara Conklin of Frozen Pennies | Ep #158
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42:21In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell dives deep into financial empowerment with Sara Conklin, the founder of Frozen Pennies. Sara shares her inspiring journey from being an English major and preschool teacher to becoming a financial coach and YouTube content creator. Discover actionable tips on how to save …
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Building Bridges: The Key Role of Influence in Women’s Healthcare Leadership
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17:04In this episode of the Women Physicians Lead podcast, Dr. Lisa discusses "the power of persuasion and influence" for women physician leaders. She emphasizes that influence is crucial for effective leadership, focusing on guiding and inspiring others rather than controlling them. Dr. Lisa addresses challenges like gender biases and self-doubt and of…
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Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Potential: Your business questions answered with Shannon Russell | Ep #157
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27:05Welcome to the Second Act Success Career Podcast with your host, Shannon Russell. In this special episode, we're sharing a live Q&A session from our recent Business Brainstorm Bootcamp. You'll hear real-time interactions and questions from women just like you, who are thinking about leaving their corporate jobs to start their own businesses. Shanno…
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Empowering Your Career Shift: Avoid These 5 Mistakes for a Smooth Transition
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22:15In this episode of the Women Physicians Lead podcast, Dr. Lisa, the host, offers guidance to women physicians navigating career transitions and reinventions. She identifies five common mistakes to avoid: neglecting self-reflection, overlooking financial planning, underutilizing professional networks, ignoring the need for new skills, and failing to…
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From Corporate Grind to Social Marketing Success: Jessica Stephens’ Inspiring Journey | Ep #156
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38:43Ready to escape the corporate grind and start a business that offers you flexibility and fulfillment? In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell dives deep into an incredible second act success story with guest Jessica Stephens. Jessica, a former high-powered corporate marketer, shares her transformative journey …
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The Inspiring Story of Dr. Carlin Barnes: Her Purpose Driven Journey to Leading a Portfolio Psychiatry Practice
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31:50In this Women Physicians Lead podcast episode, Dr. Lisa interviews Dr. Carlin Barnes, a double board-certified psychiatrist specializing in adult, child, and adolescent psychiatry. Dr. Barnes shares her inspiring career journey, highlighting her passion for addressing mental health stigma in African-American communities. She discusses her diverse p…
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Top Business Ideas for Women Looking to Break Free From their 9-5 | Ep #155
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17:51Welcome to the Business Brainstorm Mini Series on the Second Act Success Career Podcast! In this episode, host Shannon Russell dives into the surge of women-owned businesses in 2024. Discover the top 5 business ideas women are pursuing today, from consulting services to e-commerce, freelance writing, health coaching, and event planning. Shannon als…
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