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Second Act Success Podcast: Business Coaching, Career Transitions, & Entrepreneurship Advice for WomenAuthor: Shannon Russell
Welcome to the Second Act Success Career Podcast, a top 2% globally ranked show designed for ambitious women ready to change careers, start a business, and create a life they love. Hosted by Shannon Russell, business coach, author, and exit strategy expert, this podcast helps you transition from employee to entrepreneur with clarity and confidence. What Youll Learn:- How to quit your 9-5 job and start a business that lights you up- Strategies for career change at 40 and designing your second act- Business planning, marketing, and personal branding tips for women- How to validate your business idea and find your ideal clients- How to use your career experience in your role as a female entrepreneur- Success stories from women whove turned their side hustles into thriving businessesWhether youre planning an exit strategy, exploring midlife career pivots, or ready to become your own boss, youll find actionable steps, real-life inspiration, and expert guidance here.Is this podcast for you?- Are you dreaming of quitting your corporate job to start your own business?- Do you want advice on marketing a business, designing your personal brand, and build entrepreneurial strategies?- Are you ready to overcome fear and turn your skills and experience from the corporate world into your second act business?- Do you crave a flexible lifestyle that allows you to focus on your passions and your family?- Ready to become your own boss and build a business you love?- Is it time to turn your side hustle into a full-time business?If so, youre in the right place! New episodes every week subscribe now to start building your second act business and designing a life you love! For more inspiration and resources, visit https://secondactsuccess.co. Read Shannon's book Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers, Launch a Business, and Create Your Best Life at https://startyoursecondact.com.Subscribe now and embark on a transformative journey towards career fulfillment and success in Language: en-us Genres: Business, Careers, Entrepreneurship Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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How to Leave a 9–5 and Follow Your Passion: Insurance to Actress to Business Owner | #235
Episode 235
Monday, 26 January, 2026
*Book a free strategy call to discuss your business or second act idea with Shannon here.What happens when you’re sitting at a “safe” job with benefits, but your soul is screaming, this isn’t it?In this episode of the Second Act Success Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with Sabine Kvenberg, who went from working in the insurance industry in Germany to becoming a professional actress, and then making a bold move to the United States to co-found a performing arts school with her husband.Sabine’s story is a powerful reminder that starting over, making a career change, and building a second act often comes with resistance from people who want to “protect” you. But as Sabine says, she didn’t want to look back 40 years later and wonder, why didn’t you at least try?You’ll hear how she balanced her 9–5 while training for acting, how her career pivot led to bigger opportunities (and bigger income), and how she later reinvented again through business ownership, podcasting, writing books, and becoming a keynote speaker teaching others how to own their voice on any stage.If you’re thinking about leaving your corporate job, reinventing yourself in midlife, starting a business, or building a life that feels aligned, this episode will light you up.Listen now for a second act success story that proves it’s never too late to pivot.Inside the episode:Why people resist your career change, even when they love youHow to follow your passion without making reckless decisionsThe “try it now so you don’t regret it later” mindset shiftHow Sabine went from corporate stability to creative career freedomWhy intuition matters when making a big life changeHow to build confidence, communication skills, and “own your stage” in business*Get the full show notes here!Leave a review for the Second Act Success Podcast here. Read the Second Act Blog Download the free Career to Business Roadmap Watch the How To Start a Business Training Read Shannon's Book - Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers, Launch a Business, and Create Your Best Life Book a free Strategy Call with Shannon ➡️ Let's Connect: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok More resources & discounts: Home Chef Meal Delivery - (free shipping & $4.99/serving) Flodesk Email Marketing - (25% off 1st year) Stitch Fix Personal Stylist - ($25 off 1st order) Buzzsprout Podcast Hosting - ($20 off) Podmatch Guesting (*Some affiliate links included.)
