How to Successfully Pivot into Your Second Act featuring Shannon Russell

What if your career pivot wasn’t a crisis… but a calling?

If you’ve ever sat at your 9-to-5 desk wondering “Is this it?”—you’re not alone. Whether you're craving purpose, flexibility, or just more out of your work-life equation, this episode is for you.

I’m joined by Shannon Russell, former TV producer turned career coach and founder of Second Act Success. Shannon helps women move from burnout to breakthrough—leveraging their skills into purposeful pivots.

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💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

✅ How to clarify what you really want—and make career decisions from your values

✅ The surprising power of transferable skills (and how you probably have more than you think)

✅ How to rebrand your “past life” into a launchpad for your second act

✅ Practical tips for career-changing moms juggling identity, guilt, and ambition

✅ Why your pivot doesn’t have to be radical to be right

🔥 Real Talk: Redefining Success for Working Moms

Shannon's story is one many women will recognize: climbing the career ladder, reaching “success,” and realizing it doesn’t feel successful at all.

“I was producing for big TV networks... but I had two little ones at home. I just kept thinking—this isn’t sustainable.” — Shannon

Her second act began with that whisper of discontent—and evolved into a business helping other women do the same.n

✨ 3 Career Reframe Shifts from Shannon:

1. You’re not starting over—you’re leveling up.

You already have skills, networks, and experience. A pivot means repurposing, not rebooting.

2. Clarity comes from action—not just planning.

Shannon encourages taking small steps while still employed, like informational interviews or online courses. Start while you’re still unsure.

3. Success isn’t one-size-fits-all.

Forget what it should look like. Redefine it for your season of life.

🛠️ Mini Homework from Shannon:

• List 10 transferable skills you use daily at work or home

• Schedule one coffee chat with someone doing what interests you

• Practice your “pivot pitch”—a one-liner explaining your new direction with confidence

🔗 Connect with Shannon Russell

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📕 Free Resources
📱 Instagram

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