What if your first dream career isn't your last? Today we're exploring the art of the professional pivot with Shannon Russell, founder of Second Act Success. Shannon's journey from television executive producer to successful entrepreneur embodies her grandfather's legacy of meaningful business ownership. After achieving her childhood dream in the entertainment industry, motherhood prompted Shannon to pivot back to her New Jersey roots where she built an award-winning franchise before launching Second Act Success. Now, as a Certified Career Coach, podcast host, and course creator, Shannon helps women in unfulfilling careers design their own professional pivots. Spoiler alert…she’s also a BrandFace client, and we’ll hear how she feels about her journey and her brand.

Episode Highlights:

01:43 Shannon Russell's Career Journey

06:23 The Epiphany Moment

07:46 Helping Women Pivot

11:52 Building the Second Act Success Brand

17:06 Shannon's BrandFace Journey

20:37 How to Connect with Shannon Russell

Show Links:

secondactsuccess.co

From sleeping on friends' couches to being featured in Forbes, imagine transforming the most stigmatized form of housing into a luxury living solution that's actually affordable. Our guest in this episode went from experiencing housing instability firsthand to pioneering a revolutionary approach that's making homeownership possible for countless families priced out of the traditional market. While most developers are building million-dollar homes, he's creating stunning living spaces at a quarter of the price. Our guest is Franco Perez, the maverick entrepreneur behind Franco Mobile Homes, and we’re about to reveal how he's turning the mobile home industry on its head and rebranding affordable housing in Silicon Valley.

Episode Highlights:

01:19 Franco's Early Life and Challenges

03:10 Journey into Real Estate

04:25 Revolutionizing Mobile Homes

06:28 Affordable Housing Solutions

10:25 Breaking Stigmas Around Mobile Homes

19:48 Future of Housing and Construction

22:38 How to Connect with Franco Perez

Show Links:

franco.tv

As entrepreneurial experts, we are constantly seeking one thing…LEADS. And it doesn’t stop there. Actually, the end goal is attracting leads on a consistent basis through a repeatable process. In this episode, we speak with Christine Campbell Rapin, a “tell it like it is” mentor, speaker, and best-selling author. She’s also the CEO and owner of Clear Acceleration, Inc. Christine has helped more than 400 businesses build a combined revenue of over one billion dollars by creating a consistent client growth engine. Tune in as we find out how she does it.

Episode Highlights:

03:47 Three Non-Negotiable Business Foundations

05:25 Common Business Mistakes and Solutions

06:45 Value-Based Offers: A Case Study

09:07 The Role of AI in Business

12:05 Balancing Quick Results and Sustainable Solutions

17:08 Client Waterfall vs. Traditional Lead Generation

19:57 Building Authority in the Digital Age

23:10 How to Connect with Christine Campbell Rapin

Show Links:

ChristineCampbellRapin.com

What happens when the life you've built no longer aligns with who you've become? In this episode, we explore ‘authentic awakening’ with Curtis Rivers, a Holistic Life Coach and award-winning author of The Fearless Path. Curtis transformed from a quiet child into a Hollywood stuntman with two Guinness World Records and over 200 film credits. Yet, his greatest challenge wasn't a death-defying stunt—it was acknowledging that his extraordinary career wasn't his true path. When our identity becomes consumed by our profession, where do we find the courage to start again? Tune in and learn how Curtis transformed From Stuntman to Soul Guide, and now helps heart-centered business owners who've lost their way to reimagine, realign, and reignite their authentic journey. And by the way, Curtis is also a BrandFace client.

Episode Highlights:

01:26 Curtis Rivers' Background

02:01 The Journey to Becoming a Stuntman

08:54 Achieving Guinness World Records

12:13 Realization and Transformation

18:01 The Power of Branding

23:55 Curtis's Current Work

29:28 How to Connect with Curtis Rivers

Show Links:

curtisrivers.com alignmentcompass.com

What if I told you that the difference between a $10,000 and a $10 million idea often isn't the idea itself, but how it's presented? In boardrooms and pitch meetings across the globe, brilliant entrepreneurs are watching their dreams slip away, not because their innovations lack value, but because they can't communicate that value effectively. This episode features Juanita Wheeler, a master of persuasive communication and the driving force behind TEDxBrisbane, to share her revolutionary approach to presentation strategy. With an Executive MBA, four master's degrees, and a track record of transforming over 100 thought leaders into compelling TEDx speakers, Juanita is here to show us why strategic storytelling isn't just a skill – it's the ultimate superpower in today's business landscape.

Episode Highlights:

01:38 Juanita Wheeler's Background and Journey

02:54 The Skill of Persuasive Speaking

05:37 The TEDx Talk Difference

07:32 Keynote Speaking vs. TEDx Talks

09:11 Challenges in Coaching Speakers

16:54 The Importance of Strategic Intent

19:55 Crafting a Memorable Message

23:59 How to Connect with Juanita Wheeler

Show Links:

fullandfrank.com/tools Email: juanita@fullandfrank.com

Have you ever felt that pit in your stomach before asking for the sale? You’re not alone, because 48% of business owners report that their biggest challenge is confidently closing deals without feeling like they're compromising their values. That's why we invited Justine Beauregard to Be Bold Branding. Justine has cracked the code on how to sell authentically. As an award-winning Sales Strategist who's helped thousands overcome their sales anxiety, she's here to share her revolutionary approach that turns rejection into revenue – without sacrificing your soul in the process.

Episode Highlights:

01:37 Justine Beauregard's Background and Journey

04:34 The Biggest Myth About Sales

06:28 Handling Different Sales Scenarios

15:46 Overcoming Sales Anxiety

19:06 How to Connect with Justine Beauregard

Show Links:

JustineBeauregard.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinejbeauregard/

In a world where first impressions happen through computer screens and authenticity is currency, the old rules of power dressing are dead. But here's the real question: how do you stand out in a new era while remaining true to yourself? We’re speaking with Mary Lou Andre, the woman Fortune 500 CEOs trust to transform their executive presence. Learn why she sold her wedding dress to launch her business, and how she became one of America's premier image consulting firms. Mary Lou also reveals how your closet could be the key to unlocking your next level of success.

Episode Highlights:

00:45 Meet Mary Lou Andre: Transforming Executive Presence

01:40 Mary Lou's Journey: From Childhood Passion to Career

02:48 The Power of Professional Image

05:55 Real-Life Transformations: The Impact of Image Consulting

09:19 Steps to Success: The Client Journey

Show Links:

DressingWell.com Beyond Dressing Well - Facebook Community https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-lou-andre

Those of you who listen to us regularly know that we talk a lot about our personal branding ecosystem. A great brand is so much more than just a logo, a photo and a tagline. Well…it turns out, a COMMUNITY is so much more than just an online platform to connect with other like minded people. It’s also an ecosystem, and our guest is the architect behind one of the most engaged and profitable business communities online. Known as the Redneck Connecktor, Mike Ashabraner has cracked the code on turning loose connections into loyal, supportive networks that actually drive business growth. His Hounds of Business community isn't just another networking group - it's a living, breathing ecosystem where established professionals find exactly what they need to scale their success.

Episode Highlights:

00:30 Meet Mike Ashabraner: The Redneck Connecktor

03:08 The Origin of Hounds of Business

04:28 Building a Supportive Business Community

15:45 Taking the First Step

16:11 The Hounds Media Network

20:01 Building an Ecosystem

23:17 Heart-Centered Professionalism

25:04 How to Connect with Mike Ashabraner

Show Links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/redneck1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HoundsOfBusiness/featured Website: https://redneckfinancialcoach.com/ Email: mike@redneckfinancialcoach.com