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Are you a stay-at-home mom thinking about going back to work, starting a business, or navigating a career transition?

In this episode of the Second Act Success Podcast, Shannon Russell sits down with Lorie Jones, a financial advisor, entrepreneur, and mom of five, who shares her inspiring journey from stay-at-home parent to successful business owner.

Lorie started with no background in finance. She simply needed a paycheck. But what began as a secretarial job quickly turned into a passion, leading her to earn multiple certifications, build her expertise, and eventually launch her own financial advisory business.

In this episode, we cover:

• How to transition from stay-at-home mom to working professional
• Turning a job into a long-term career or business
• Why it is never too late to start a second act career
• How women can take control of their finances and build confidence
• The importance of mentorship, learning, and taking action
• How to start a business even when you feel unprepared

Lorie’s story is proof that you don’t need to have everything figured out to get started. You just need to take the first step.

If you’re thinking about a career transition, exploring second act career ideas, or ready to go from employee to entrepreneur, this episode will give you both inspiration and practical insight.

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What if retirement didn’t have to wait until you were 65?

In this episode of the Second Act Success Podcast, Shannon Russell dives into the growing trend of mini retirements and why more women are choosing to take intentional career breaks to reset, recharge, and rethink their next chapter.

A recent study shows that more professionals are planning career breaks of 3 to 12 months, especially during midlife, to combat burnout, explore new business ideas, and realign their lives with what truly matters.

If you’ve ever felt exhausted, stuck in your 9–5, or unsure what your next move should be, this episode will open your eyes to a powerful alternative.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What a mini retirement really is and why it’s becoming more popular
• How to take a career break without falling behind financially
• The connection between burnout, career transition, and second act careers
• How a mini retirement can help you start a business or pivot your career
• Practical steps to plan your own sabbatical or reset period

Whether you’re dreaming of starting a business, navigating a midlife career transition, or simply craving space to breathe, this episode will help you explore what’s possible.

Your second act doesn’t have to wait. Sometimes, it starts with a pause.

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What would you do if you were laid off tomorrow?

In this episode of the Second Act Success Podcast, Shannon Russell sits down with Kelly Schuknecht to talk about turning an unexpected layoff into a powerful second act career.

After years climbing the corporate ladder in publishing and marketing, Kelly found herself at a crossroads when her company was acquired and her role was eliminated. Instead of panicking, she leaned into the idea she had been quietly building on the side and launched her own business almost overnight.

Today, Kelly runs a thriving marketing and thought leadership company, helping entrepreneurs grow their visibility through speaking, content, podcast interviews, and book publishing.

In this conversation, we cover:

• How to turn a layoff into a business opportunity
• Why building your personal brand now is critical for career security
• The power of saying yes and figuring it out as you go
• How to create a thought leadership platform that attracts clients
• What it really takes to go from employee to entrepreneur

Kelly’s story is proof that your next chapter can begin when you least expect it, and that your experience is never wasted, it’s the foundation for your second act.

If you’ve been thinking about starting a business, navigating a career transition, or building a personal brand, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence to take action.

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Subscribe now for actionable insights on how to shift your mindset, take control of your career, and build a thriving business.

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