Career Change & Business Advice for Women | Second Act Success Podcast Publication Day! My Book Start Your Second Act Is Out Now! | #192
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May 7, 2025 Celebration of a new book launch with a live reading that defines what a “second act” looks like. Exploration of career pivots, business launches, education, and creative reinvention. Discussion of why many women seek change, including life-stage triggers and health risks of staying in stressful jobs. Encouragement to weigh trade-offs, overcome fear, and design work that fits your life.
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Author Celebrates Publication Day
- Shannon celebrates publication day for her book Start Your Second Act and explains why writing it felt like another personal pivot.
- She spent about a year and a half writing the book to share coaching strategies and reach women who can't work with her one-on-one.
Second Act Defined As A New Chapter
- Shannon frames a second act as a new chapter or performance in life, likening careers to acts in film, TV, and theatre.
- A second act can follow a first-act career when life changes drive someone to seek resolution, growth, or a different role.
Use Feeling Stuck As A Signal To Explore Options
- If you feel stuck, consider that life stages may have changed and your career no longer fits your lifestyle.
- Use that feeling as a signal to start thinking about alternative options like a new job, business, or returning to school.
