Choosing to leave a job that no longer serves you is stepping into your power and honoring your next chapter.

In this episode, I sit down with Shannon Russell, Founder of Second Act Success Coaching, who shares how she walked away from a demanding TV producer career to become a present mom and multi-business entrepreneur. We talk about what it takes to make a confident career shift, why passion alone isn’t enough, and how to build a sustainable roadmap to your next act.

You'll learn how to assess your financial runway, set a realistic exit date, and use tools like UMAP to align your values, strengths, and lifestyle with your next move.

You don’t have to wait for burnout to make your move. Tune in to the Happy Life Agenda and find your permission to pivot with power and purpose..

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Shannon Russell is the founder of Second Act Success® Coaching, a business coach, author, and top 2% podcast host helping women pivot from burnout to purpose. After 16+ years as a television producer, she transitioned to entrepreneurship, launching and selling an award-winning STEM education franchise. Today, she empowers women to leave toxic 9-to-5 jobs and build fulfilling businesses aligned with their passions. Through personalized coaching, practical strategy, and her signature roadmap to entrepreneurship, Shannon supports career transitions that lead to freedom and fulfillment.

Connect with Shannon Russell:

Website: https://secondactsuccess.co/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonrussellcareercoach/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/second-act-success/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondactsuccess/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/secondactsuccess.co

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyaEaGiY5AkO1VquTHZ1MCg

Dani Cee is a seasoned Chief Marketing Officer with nearly 20 years of experience in wellness, fitness, and healthcare. She excels at crafting compelling stories and digital strategies for healthcare practitioners who are revolutionizing the industry. Dani specializes in content strategy, campaign management, and leadership development, helping organizations expand their reach and transform lives in the pursuit of better health. Her collaborative approach ensures alignment across teams, from physicians to sales, driving impactful results. Passionate about integrative medicine, Dani is dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to discover their purpose and achieve their mission.

Connect with Dani Cee:

Website: https://happylifeagenda.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellectworek/

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