最佳Startup Advice播客 (2024)

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Employee to Entrepreneur: The Mindset Shift for Building Your Dream Business | Ep 172 19:55

2d ago19:55

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Transitioning from a 9-to-5 job to running your own business is more than a career change—it’s a complete mindset shift. In this special episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, Shannon Russell shares insights from her limited series podcast, How to Quit Your Job and Start a Business. Learn how to embrace risk, develop a growth mindset, an…

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Spring/Summer Cleaning Your Business 23:54

6d ago23:54

23:54

On today's episode I share 5 tips for spring/summer or end of year cleaning of your business. As the year starts to wind down, now is a good time to start to take stock of what you've achieved this year and what you can start to put in place for the new year. Check out my latest writing on our Substack channel A Year From Now Join our 2025 Business…

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She Had No Business: Jessica Varian Carroll’s Inspiring Path to Entrepreneurship | Ep #171 28:11

9d ago28:11

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In this inspiring episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, Shannon Russell sits down with Jessica Varian Carroll, founder and CEO of Organista Home. Jessica shares her incredible journey from becoming a mom at 19 and working in the automotive industry to launching her home organizing business and publishing her memoir, She Had No Business.…

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Goal-Setting for Female Entrepreneurs: Achieve Your Career Change and Business Launch with Confidence | Ep #170 26:45

15d ago26:45

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In this empowering episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell dives into goal-setting strategies tailored for women ready to quit their 9-to-5 job and launch a fulfilling business. Discover how clear, intentional goal setting can accelerate your journey from career transition to successful entrepreneur. Shannon shares in…

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Engineer turned Organic Gardening CEO: Embracing Sustainable Living with Hélène Hébert | Ep #169 46:07

23d ago46:07

46:07

Ready to turn your passion into a thriving business as you start a second act career? Join Shannon Russell on the Second Act Success Career Podcast as she interviews Hélène Hébert, a former nuclear engineer who left a high-powered career to be with her family, while she discovered a love of sustainable living and organic gardening. Hélène's inspiri…

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Creating a Non-Profit: From Corporate Life to Global Nonprofit Founder with author Alicia Demetropolis | Ep #168 35:21

1M ago35:21

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Have you ever dreamed about volunteering full time and building your own non-profit? On Episode #168 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host and career/business coach Shannon Russell interviews Alicia Demetropolis, founder of the Global Humanity Initiative and author of the book Drowning in Now: A Search for God and Humanity at the Top of th…

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Now or Never: How to get started on an idea 22:26

1M ago22:26

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Join our 1- Day Workshop in Sydney https://www.startupcreative.com.au/workshop On today's episode I discuss a personal life update and the perspective it's given me on my goals and desires since. I've been reflecting on why we don't go after our goals and what are the key factors that hold us back from investing time and resources into ourselves. T…

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Unstuck and Inspired: Join the Free Breakthrough Bootcamp for Career Clarity! | Ep #167 13:25

1M ago13:25

13:25

Ready to shake off the career blues and gain the clarity you need to take your next big step? In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell invites you to her FREE Breakthrough Bootcamp starting on October 21st! Whether you're looking to leave your 9-5 or start a side business, this week-long bootcamp will give you …

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5 Key Steps to Selling Your Business Successfully | Ep #166 26:47

2M ago26:47

26:47

In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell shares her personal experience of selling her first business, a successful franchise she ran for eight years. Whether you're a current business owner or aspiring entrepreneur, learning about the process of selling a business is crucial. Shannon walks listeners through th…

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Solar Energy to Sustainable Design: How Brittany Steptoe Wright Balances Multiple Passions as a CEO in Business | Ep #165 32:54

2M ago32:54

32:54

Are you a multi-passionate entrepreneur trying to merge your diverse interests into a fulfilling career? In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host and career coach Shannon Russell sits down with Brittany Steptoe Wright, owner and lead designer at BSW Design, co-owner of Steptoe Carpentry, and host of the CEO Podcast. Brittany s…

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Part Two: Looking Back at 10 Years of StartUp Creative 43:37

2M ago43:37

43:37

On today's show I reflect back on the last 10 years of StartUp Creative and take you back to where it all began. I share milestones along the way, lessons learnt and strategies that I used to get the business to where it is today. Topics: transition from corporate to self employed how I grew our audience from 3000-20,000 in the first 2 years our co…

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From Corporate CEO to Beachside Consultant: How to Build a Profitable Consulting Business with Amy Rasdal | Ep #164 (Replay) 31:36

2M ago31:36

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Ready to leave the 9-to-5 grind and build a successful consulting career? In this episode of Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell chats with Amy Rasdal, founder of Billable at the Beach. Amy shares her journey from climbing the corporate ladder as a Silicon Valley CEO to creating a flexible, profitable consulting business. Learn …

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Stand Out During the September Surge: How to Start Your Second Act Career (Encore Episode) | Ep #163 10:46

2M ago10:46

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In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell dives into the "September Surge," the post-summer hiring boom that many job seekers miss out on. Discover how you can stand out from the crowd, whether you're looking for a new job, aiming for a promotion, or planning an exit strategy to start your own business. Shannon …

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Part One: Looking Back at 10 Years of StartUp Creative 41:49

2M ago41:49

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On today's show I reflect back on the last 10 years of StartUp Creative and take you back to where it all began. I share milestones along the way, lessons learnt and strategies that I used to get the business to where it is today. Topics: transition from corporate to self employed how I grew our audience from 3000-20,000 in the first 2 years our co…

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Why Women Want To Be Boss- Episode One of How To Quit Your Job and Start A Business | Ep #162 20:49

3M ago20:49

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This is your sneak peak of the new limited series podcast - How to Quit Your Job and Start a Business. If you are dreaming of leaving your 9-to-5 job to start your own business, then you must join Career Transition Coach Shannon Russell for this new series that will walk you from giving your notice at your corporate job to launching your business t…

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How to Increase Your Business Offerings 57:52

3M ago57:52

57:52

On today's show I teach you how you can grow your business by adding more options for your customer to buy from you and increase your chances of repeat business from existing customers. In this episode we'll cover: reviewing your customer journey to find new opportunities tips for conducting a business audit/health check reviewing your customer exp…

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How to Quit Your Job and Start A Business - A Sneak Peek into the New Limited Podcast Series | Ep #161 11:25

3M ago11:25

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In episode 161 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell introduces the upcoming launch of her brand new limited series podcast, How To Quit Your Job and Start A Business. This exciting 20-episode series is designed to guide women step-by-step from employee to entrepreneur. Shannon shares the inspiration behind creating this se…

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Tips for Increasing Your Prices 38:42

3M ago38:42

38:42

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Navigating the Military to Civilian Career Shift with Cheryl Cross | Ep #160 46:13

3M ago46:13

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In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with Cheryl Cross, an expert in military to civilian career transitions and author of Civilian Mission: The Three-Year Guide for Military Professionals Planning Civilian Careers. Cheryl shares her journey from a professional broadcaster to a workforce developme…

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How to Grow Your Audience 34:15

3M ago34:15

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On today's episode I discuss recent use of AI images without permission of the subjects and how our authentic humanity can be used as an advantage in the online space. I'll also break down my top tips on how to grow your audience, the formulas and strategies that I use in my business and with my coaching clients. Topics include: why getting to know…

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From MTV to Entrepreneurship: Raquel Bruno's Journey to Success and Joy | Ep #159 38:05

3M ago38:05

38:05

Ready to turn your passion into a thriving business? On this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell interviews Raquel Bruno, a former MTV Networks executive who took the leap to start her own entertainment company, Drive Entertainment Group. Raquel shares her inspiring journey from the fast-paced world of Viacom to b…

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Tips For Time Management 43:09

3M ago43:09

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In today's episode I share my top tips for effective time management, starting with the big picture and breaking it down into daily tasks. I'll also cover: how to set goals that will improve your time management tips for daily, weekly and monthly to-do lists how to prioritize your work to maximise your motivation my top 10 hacks for increased time …

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Mastering Money: How to Save, Get Out of Debt, & Monetize Your Passion with Sara Conklin of Frozen Pennies | Ep #158 42:35

4M ago42:35

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In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell dives deep into financial empowerment with Sara Conklin, the founder of Frozen Pennies. Sara shares her inspiring journey from being an English major and preschool teacher to becoming a financial coach and YouTube content creator. Discover actionable tips on how to save …

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Overcoming Procrastination 28:55

4M ago28:55

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It's been 9 months since I last recorded a solo episode on StartUp Creative, so today I am putting my own advice to use and sharing how I've personally overcome procrastination to record this podcast for you today and in setting and actioning new goals in my business. In this episode I also discuss: knowing your worth and pricing and how it can att…

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Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Potential: Your business questions answered with Shannon Russell | Ep #157 27:19

4M ago27:19

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Welcome to the Second Act Success Career Podcast with your host, Shannon Russell. In this special episode, we're sharing a live Q&A session from our recent Business Brainstorm Bootcamp. You'll hear real-time interactions and questions from women just like you, who are thinking about leaving their corporate jobs to start their own businesses. Shanno…

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From Corporate Grind to Social Marketing Success: Jessica Stephens’ Inspiring Journey | Ep #156 38:57

4M ago38:57

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Ready to escape the corporate grind and start a business that offers you flexibility and fulfillment? In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell dives deep into an incredible second act success story with guest Jessica Stephens. Jessica, a former high-powered corporate marketer, shares her transformative journey …

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Top Business Ideas for Women Looking to Break Free From their 9-5 | Ep #155 18:05

4M ago18:05

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Welcome to the Business Brainstorm Mini Series on the Second Act Success Career Podcast! In this episode, host Shannon Russell dives into the surge of women-owned businesses in 2024. Discover the top 5 business ideas women are pursuing today, from consulting services to e-commerce, freelance writing, health coaching, and event planning. Shannon als…

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Side Hustle to Full-Time Business: How to Know When You're Ready | Ep #154 25:59

4M ago25:59

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Welcome to the Business Brainstorm Mini-Series on the Second Act Success Career Podcast! In this episode, host Shannon Russell dives into the crucial topic of transitioning your side hustle into a full-time business. Discover why nearly 40% of U.S. adults have side hustles and how you can leverage this trend to achieve financial freedom and entrepr…

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From Passion to Profit: Choosing the Perfect Business for Your Second Act | Ep#153 21:10

4M ago21:10

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Welcome to the Business Brainstorm Mini-Series on the Second Act Success Career Podcast! This is the second episode in this four-part series. In today's episode, host Shannon Russell dives into one of the most exciting yet challenging questions aspiring entrepreneurs face: "How do I decide what type of business to start?" If you're ready to leave y…

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Plan Your Exit Strategy & Go From 9 to 5 to Your Dream Business | Ep #152 22:20

5M ago22:20

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Welcome to the Second Act Success Career Podcast! I'm your host, Shannon Russell, and this is the first in a four-part Business Brainstorm Mini-Series. Are you ready to quit your nine-to-five job and start your own business? If you’re feeling stuck in your current role and dreaming of becoming your own boss, this episode is for you. In this episode…

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StartUpCreative x Squarespace Panel: Make Your Mark: How to Market Your Business Online 1:17:11

5M ago1:17:11

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A big thank you to everyone who came out last Thursday night to our Make Your Mark event powered by Squarespace and StartUp Creative. It was such an inspiring and fun event and if you missed it, don’t worry, you can check out the video replay now live on our YouTube channel. Thank you to our special guests Bobby Clark, Dr Chris Cheers and Sophie fr…

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Mastering Content Marketing and LinkedIn with Annette Richmond | Ep #151 35:11

5M ago35:11

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Ready to learn more about the powers of LinkedIn and how content marketing can change your journey to second act success? Join Shannon and her talented guest Annette Richmond for Episode #151 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast. Annette is a seasoned content marketing strategist who shares her unique journey from writing for magazines to becom…

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From Classroom to Public Policy To Podcasting | Ep #150 41:05

5M ago41:05

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Join us on the Second Act Success Career Podcast as we dive into the inspiring journey of Jessica Bowser, who transitioned from being an elementary school teacher to a nonprofit executive, and eventually found her calling as a successful podcaster. In this episode, Jessica shares her story of navigating through career changes, overcoming bureaucrat…

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Sisters in Success: A Journey in Business and Podcasting | Ep #149 35:47

5M ago35:47

35:47

In this inspiring episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, we welcome sisters Kelly Fox and Jessica Colarco, the dynamic duo behind the Chasing Brighter Podcast. Join us as we dive into their incredible journey from successful corporate careers to becoming business owners, and now advocating for women's empowerment and personal growth thro…

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How To Grow A Virtual Assistant Business with VA Coach Tracey D'Aviero | Ep #148 48:20

5M ago48:20

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In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell dives into the dynamic world of virtual assistance with virtual assistant coach and trainer, Tracey D'Aviero. Tracey has over 20 years of experience, and she shares her inspiring journey from a corporate office working as a system analyst in the hospitality industry to b…

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Crafting Your Personal Brand for Career Transition Success | Ep #147 23:03

6M ago23:03

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In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell delves into the transformative power of personal branding during career transitions. Shannon discusses how to create a personal brand that highlights your unique skills, experiences, and personality, making you stand out in a competitive job market. From establishing cre…

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Work Backwards with Author Tim Duggan 43:58

6M ago43:58

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On today’s episode I caught up with a new friend and author of ‘Work Backwards’ , Tim Duggan. Tim founded a digital company known as ‘SameSame’ then eventually paved the way for a media company Junkee which is co-founded and helped to scale to great success. Despite realising his dreams, Tim found himself burnt and ready to quit. He knew something …

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Interior Design: Moving Corporate Stress To Holistic Harmony | Ep #146 34:35

6M ago34:35

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In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with Lisa Morton, a veteran in the interior design industry with a fascinating career journey. Lisa began her career designing opulent interiors for multimillion-dollar private jets, a dream job that ultimately led to severe anxiety and burnout. Lisa candidly s…

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From Foreign Service to Fitness: Heike Yates’ Inspiring Midlife Transformation | Ep #145 41:02

6M ago41:02

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From Foreign Service to Fitness: Heike Yates’ Inspiring Midlife Transformation | Ep #145 In this captivating episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with Heike Yates, a dynamic midlife fitness coach with over 35 years of experience. Heike shares her extraordinary journey from her early dreams in Germany to m…

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