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Welcome to the Second Act Success Podcast, a top 2% globally ranked show designed for ambitious women ready to transition from employee to entrepreneur. This is your go-to resource for career inspiration, actionable advice, and proven strategies to help you navigate a career change, build your own business, and create a life you love. ✨ What You’ll Learn: How to craft your perfect exit strategy from your 9-to-5 and confidently transition into entrepreneurship. Marketing, business planning, a ...
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The Midlife Reinvention: How to Find Your Ikigai, Deal with Imposter Syndrome & Build Your Confidence in Career & Life Transitions

Kavita Ahuja, Founder of It's My Time Now Coaching, Inspired By Mel Robbins, Oprah Winfrey, Brene Brown, Deepak Chopra, Vishen Lakhiani, Cathy Heller

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Are you experiencing a Career or Life Transition, and are asking yourself "What's Next"? Join Kavita Ahuja, Certified Career and Life Transitions Coach, and founder of It's My Time Now Coaching https://itsmytimenowcoaching.com/ as she gives her own wonderful insights and interviews incredible women across the globe will give you inspiration to rediscover who you really are, what you really want, and how to get there! You will learn how to overcome obstacles, find your true calling, and make ...
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Are you sick of feeling unfulfilled in your career and life? Do you desire to make a transition but don’t know where to start? Do you wish you had the financial security to take a career break and explore other options? Are you tired of scouring the internet searching for ways to quit your job and live your best life? Me too, y’all. Me too. I recently embarked on a journey to discover what options I had to transition from my unfulfilling 9-5, while raising 2 boys with my husband, making sure ...
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Should You Quit Your Day Job to Pursue Your Ikigai? World-renowned Francesc Miralles Reveals the Smartest Path to Fulfillment, in Part One of this live Interview with Kavita Ahuja! If your heart sinks at the thought of Monday morning, world-renowned author Francesc Miralles - co-creator of the global phenomenon Ikigai - has a life-changing perspect…
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Is starting a business part of your healing journey? For Suzy Wraines, it absolutely was. In this powerful episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, Suzy shares her inspiring story of how she went from a military medic and veterinary technician to a trauma-informed business coach for medical professionals. Host Shannon Russell talks with Su…
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What if five tiny experiments this week could kick-start the career transition you keep postponing? If the thought of reinventing yourself in mid-life feels overwhelming - balancing financial stability, family commitments, and your own wellbeing - this episode shows you how small, focused actions can turn uncertainty into momentum starting today. I…
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Thinking about quitting your 9-5 and launching a business? Before you hand in your resignation letter, this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast is your essential pre-launch checklist. Host Shannon Russell, a career transition coach and former television producer, walks you through the 5 things every woman should do before starting a bu…
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Have you ever hit a point where your work feels hollow and you wonder, “Is this really it?” Discover how Liza Solonos and Llynne Plante used Ikigai to reinvent their careers and turn transitions into confidence! If the thought of starting over sends a shiver down your spine, you’re not alone. This episode drops you into candid conversations with wo…
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Have you ever noticed how the same month can bring elation, heartbreak, and unexpected clarity? In today’s episode with Kavita Ahuja, pulls back the curtain on a whirlwind season in her own life - and shows you how one simple practice kept her grounded through it all. In this episode you’ll discover: The Gratitude Reset – a quick mental “pivot” Kav…
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🎉 It’s the 200th episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, and we’re celebrating with a special Q&A edition! Host and business coach, Shannon Russell, is answering your most pressing questions about how to quit your job, start a business, and reinvent yourself at any age. In this milestone episode, Shannon covers: ✔️ How to know when it’s t…
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In this empowering episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell speaks with holistic living expert, life coach, and wellness advocate Lynnis Woods-Mullins. After a successful career in corporate HR, Lynnis took a life-changing leap at age 51—leaving her job due to anxiety and burnout to reclaim her health and purpose. What…
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Are you waking up to an alarm you dread instead of a purpose you love? Discover how to find your Ikigai and why it is crucial for successful career & life transitions now. If career or life transitions have you second-guessing your confidence, this episode unpacks the Japanese concept of Ikigai—and shows you how to make it the compass for your rein…
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Are you brushing aside emotions during life transitions - when they might actually be your most powerful compass? In this heartfelt episode, Kavita Ahuja shares her personal journey through major milestones - from celebrating her sons’ engagements to grieving the loss of a loved one. If you're navigating your own turning points in life or career, t…
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In this inspiring episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with Sunny Sun, a first-generation immigrant from China turned entrepreneur and nonprofit founder. Sunny shares her remarkable journey from moving to the United States for college to leaving a fast-paced corporate finance career as an accountant in Ma…
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Are you still dancing to someone else's music—stuck in a career, relationship, or role that no longer fits who you've become? In this heartfelt mini episode host Kavita Ahuja unpacks the cost of staying stuck and why alignment—not action—must come first. If you're a woman in transition, craving more authenticity and clarity, this episode speaks dir…
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Have you ever felt stuck in a career that no longer fits who you are - and wondered what it would take to boldly pivot into something that truly aligns? Too many of us build lives around what we think we should do, only to wake up one day realizing we’re completely out of alignment. In this empowering episode with Ahyiana Angel we explore what it t…
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Feeling stuck in your creative career? Whether you're a producer, designer, editor, writer, artist, or performer—this episode is your roadmap to turning your creative skills into a successful business. Host Shannon Russell, a former TV producer turned business coach, shares how she transitioned out of the entertainment industry and built a thriving…
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Are you waiting to see results before believing in your dreams? What if flipping that belief could change everything? In this empowering mini-episode, you’ll discover how embracing belief before evidence can transform your approach to career transitions, life transitions, and reconnecting with your sense of purpose. If you’re navigating uncertainty…
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What if everything you want in your next chapter - career clarity, better health, or even love - starts not with action, but belief? In this solo episode, Kavita Ahuja shares a powerful message: you don’t see it and then believe it - you believe it, and then you see it. Whether you’re navigating midlife career changes or searching for deeper life m…
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What does it take to turn a passion for fitness into a thriving business—and then franchise it successfully across the country? In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with Devan Gonzalez, fitness entrepreneur and co-founder of Strive 11 Fitness, to explore how he turned his love of coaching into a s…
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Are you feeling stuck in a job or life path that no longer fits — but fear and self-doubt keep you from making a change? In this powerful mini episode, we unpack the most valuable insights from a conversation with Lorraine Rise, founder of Career Uprising, about what it really takes to reinvent yourself in midlife — and why discomfort might just be…
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Have you ever wondered if your professional experience could be turned into a thriving business? In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with curriculum and course creation expert Shannon Boyer to explore how she transitioned from a career in college education to launching a business that empowers en…
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Are you stuck in a job that no longer aligns with your life, but scared to make a change? Discover practical strategies to make your Career Transition Successful right now. In this episode, Lorraine Rise, founder of Career Uprising - shares how she broke free from corporate constraints to build a purpose-driven coaching business and helps women in …
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Are you standing at the edge of a life transition and wondering what comes next? If you're navigating a season of change - whether in your career, family, or personal identity - this episode will empower you to move beyond uncertainty and step into the role of life designer, not just life responder. In this episode, you'll discover: How to identify…
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Are you entering a new life chapter—like becoming an empty nester, changing careers, or facing uncertainty—and wondering what’s next? In this episode of The Midlife Reinvention Podcast, Kavita Ahuja opens up about her personal journey of transition and reinvention at nearly 59. She shares how to shift from reactive living to intentional life design…
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Are you feeling stuck in your career or craving more creativity and fulfillment in your life? In this inspiring solo episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell encourages you to rediscover the dreams you once held and explore how to bring them into your present life. Whether you’re navigating a life transition, dreaming …
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What if the biggest thing holding you back during your career or life transition… is staying quiet? Learn 5 signs you are Undermining Confidence and how to fix it. Whether you're facing a major shift in your career, redefining your purpose in midlife, or seeking your ikigai, one thing is certain: confidence doesn’t arrive before action — it follows…
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After 19 years in education and an ADHD diagnosis, Cindy Baker made a bold pivot—leaving the classroom to launch her own business as a productivity coach for entrepreneurs. In this inspiring episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with Cindy to discuss her career evolution, her late-in-life ADHD diagnosis, a…
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Are you playing small in your career because you're afraid to speak up? Learn why Assertive Communication is the #1 skill you can learn today. If you're navigating midlife transitions and wondering how to reclaim your confidence, your voice, and your power - this episode is your guide. We dive deep into what it truly means to speak unapologetically…
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It’s publication day for my new book! In this special episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell celebrates the release of her new book, Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers, Launch a Business, and Create Your Best Life. Shannon reads pages from Chapter 2 of her book, diving into what a “second act” truly means a…
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Are you truly seeing yourself the way the world does - or are you still playing small without even realizing it? This episode is all about How To Find Your Ikigai and Align with Your Purpose. If you're a woman in midlife navigating career transitions, moving through life transitions, or searching for deeper alignment and purpose, this 201st episode…
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Are you ignoring the signs telling you it’s time for a change in your career—or your life? This 200th milestone episode of the Midlife Reinvention Podcast is an emotional reflection and powerful rallying cry for anyone navigating midlife career transitions and seeking more meaning, gratitude, and purpose—your true Ikigai. If you’ve ever hesitated t…
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Have you ever faced a life-changing crossroads where you had to choose between your career and your heart? In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell shares a deeply personal story about the day she said no to interviewing Taylor Swift — and why that pivotal decision changed the course of her career and life. Fro…
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Are you standing at the crossroads of your career and life, wondering if it’s too late to reinvent yourself — and how to confidently take that leap? In today’s rapidly evolving world, career reinvention isn't just possible — it’s necessary for aligning your true passion and purpose. If you’re feeling stuck in an old identity, craving deeper fulfill…
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What if your Sunday dread isn’t burnout—but a misalignment with your life’s purpose? Learn how to fix this with Ikigai If you’re stuck in a life or career transition and wondering why you feel off—even when everything looks “fine”—this episode is for you. Kavita Ahuja breaks down how the Japanese concept of Ikigai can help you reconnect with meanin…
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Are you waking up dreading another day — even though everything seems “fine” on paper? You’re not alone. In this re-shared episode of the Midlife Reinvention Podcast, Kavita Ahuja takes you inside her own transformative journey from hitting snooze five times in a row to waking up energized at a wellness retreat in Thailand — all because she aligned…
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In this inspiring episode of Second Act Success, host Shannon Russell sits down with Monika Nielsen, founder of Style Closet Coach and the beloved “closet therapist” for women reinventing themselves in midlife. After homeschooling her three children for 22 years, Monika launched a business helping women declutter their closets and rediscover their …
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Are you pushing through burnout while trying to figure out your next move? In this mini-episode, Kavita Ahuja shares five powerful lessons from episode #195 with Michelle Casazza, who walked away from a high-stress job to rediscover joy, balance, and purpose—one small step at a time. Whether you’re in the middle of a career or life transition, thes…
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Are you waking up every day feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or just "going through the motions" in your job? In this empowering episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, career transition and business coach Shannon Russell shares a powerful message about what it really means to live by default—and how to break free from it. If you’ve been dream…
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Are you ignoring the whisper that something isn’t right in your career—or your life? When burnout shows up, it’s more than just exhaustion—it’s a sign that your current path might be misaligned with your deeper purpose. In this powerful conversation, transformational coach Michelle Casazza shares her story of corporate burnout, spiritual awakening,…
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What if fear wasn’t a stop sign, but a green light? In this mini episode of The Midlife Reinvention Podcast, I share deeply personal lessons from my own career and life transitions. Whether you’re exploring your ikigai, contemplating a bold career move, or simply trying to find the courage to show up as yourself—this one’s for you. Fear often shows…
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Is fear stopping you from doing what you actually want to do? Whether it’s starting a new career, putting yourself out there, or taking the first step toward something meaningful—fear has a way of keeping you stuck. This episode breaks down what fear really looks like, how it shows up in your daily decisions, and how to take action even when it fee…
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What if your next career or life chapter isn’t about “starting over” — but about rediscovering your Ikigai or Reason For Being? Too often, we treat life or career transitions like external fixes — a new role, a new location, or a new routine. But real change starts within. In this mini episode, we explore how the Japanese concept of Ikigai can help…
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In this inspiring episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, Shannon sits down with Michal Morrison—an archeologist-turned-entrepreneur—who transformed personal adversity into a groundbreaking second act. After surviving a traumatic brain injury, Michal left behind her world-traveling career in archaeology to launch her own science-backed sk…
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What if your biggest career or life transition isn't about changing everything—but evolving into who you truly are? So many women hit a point where they feel stuck or unclear on what’s next. Whether it’s after motherhood, during midlife, or post-career burnout—something internal starts whispering, “There’s more.” This episode dives deep into that c…
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Feeling like a fraud during your career transition? You’re not alone — but you are missing something vital. If you’re navigating a career change or a new life chapter and imposter syndrome is tagging along for the ride, this episode is your reminder: doubt is often a sign of growth. The key to moving through it? Reconnecting with your ikigai — your…
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Are you holding back from a career transition because Imposter Syndrome has you feeling like a fraud? You’re not alone—and this episode breaks down exactly why so many women feel this way during midlife transitions and how to move beyond it by tapping into the power of Ikigai, your true reason for being. In this episode you will discover: The scien…
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Have you ever dreamed of leaving your 9-5, hitting the road, and building a business on your own terms? In this inspiring episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with executive coach and change management consultant Julie Noonan to explore her bold leap from corporate America to full-time RV living. After a …
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🔥 Are You Struggling with Imposter Syndrome or Career Grief? Have you ever felt lost after a career change—whether by choice or not? Do you doubt your abilities when starting something new? If so, you’re not alone. Losing a job or shifting careers isn’t just about finding new work—it’s about rediscovering your identity. In this episode, we break do…
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Have you ever dreamed of writing a book but weren’t sure where to start? In this episode of The Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell takes you behind the scenes of her journey to becoming an author! She shares how she went from dreaming about writing to officially publishing her book, Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers,…
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What happens when your career, the one that defined your identity, is suddenly ripped away? How do you recover, rebuild, and step into your next chapter despite Imposter Syndrome & Grief? Losing a job, stepping away from a long-term career, or experiencing a major professional shift can feel like losing a piece of yourself. In this episode, certifi…
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The Midlife Reinvention Podcast: 4th Anniversary Special 🎉 Ever feel like something’s missing in midlife? Maybe you’re restless, excited for change, or unsure where to start. What if the key to renewed energy and purpose is hidden in passions you’ve set aside? Discover 5 Simple Steps to Rediscover Your Passions in Midlife! Midlife isn’t about windi…
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Have you ever dreamed of leaving your corporate job to follow your creative passion? In this episode of Second Act Success, Shannon Russell sits down with Francesca Montillo, founder of Lazy Italian Culinary Adventures. Francesca shares her incredible journey from a stable career in healthcare management to building a thriving business centered aro…
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