{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F0a07b993-01a8-4934-bf1c-21379281adaa","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Reinventing Your Career with Shannon Russell","description":"In this episode of Mind Over Matter, Aanya sits down with Shannon Russell, a career transition coach, author, and speaker who empowers women to leave unfulfilling careers and build purpose-driven businesses. As the host of the Second Act Success Career Podcast and author of Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers, Launch Your Business, and Create Your Best Life, Shannon shares her expertise on navigating career shifts at any stage of life.Shannon shares the pivotal moment that led her to leave a 16-year career as a TV producer and transition into entrepreneurship.How to recognize the difference between needing a break vs. needing a change.Why age should never be a barrier to reinvention\u2014whether you're in your 30s, 50s, or even 60s.The biggest mindset shifts needed to transition from employee to business owner.The power of research, planning, and confidence in making a smooth career pivot.About the Guest \u2013 Shannon Russell:Shannon Russell went from producing major TV shows in New York and LA to helping women define success on their own terms. Through her coaching, podcast, and book, she provides step-by-step guidance for anyone ready to pivot into a more fulfilling career or business.Key Takeaways:\u2714 Career transitions can happen at any stage\u2014it\u2019s never too late to start fresh.\u2714 Research breeds confidence\u2014the more you explore your options, the easier it is to make a change.\u2714 Fear is normal, but it shouldn't hold you back\u2014having a solid exit strategy can ease uncertainty.\u2714 Define success on your own terms\u2014not what society expects of you.\u2714 Listen to your gut\u2014if you feel stuck and unfulfilled, it\u2019s time to explore what\u2019s next.Connect with Shannon Russell:Book: Start Your Second ActPodcast: Second Act Success Career PodcastWebsite & Coaching: secondactsuccess.coWant to be a guest on Mind Over Matter? Stay Connected with Us!DM us on PodMatch: Send a Message Here\ud83d\udd39 Newsletter: Subscribe Here\ud83d\udd39 Community: ","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/2b78931d-dacf-40d7-bf30-708c3c91d25e/ngu0mi5qcgc.jpg"}