Create Your New Normal

Jennifer Benson shares about her pivot from a troubled past to becoming a voice of empowerment through her podcast and book, The Impossible Shift. Her story highlights the power of choice, agency, storytelling and persistence in healing and personal growth. In our conversation, Jennifer outlines her shift from mean girl and bully to supportive mother and successful publisher and stresses the importance of looking at the big picture when facing obstacles in our reinvention journeys.

Key Takeaways:

• The importance of storytelling in healing and empowerment
• The impact of choices and agency
• The significance of forgiveness and understanding in relationships
• Why taking a step back can provide clarity when feeling stuck
• Creating a supportive environment is crucial for personal growth
• Strategies for overcoming setbacks and staying persistent
• The significance of big-picture perspective in reinvention

Other ways to connect:

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Ted Kopecko shares his journey of transformation from a successful architect to an entrepreneur and author. His book, Finding Joy – The Journey of You, discusses the importance of finding joy in life through four pillars and how aligning them can lead to a fulfilling life. He looks at the changing landscape of work and the need for a mindset shift in today's world. Ted also emphasizes the significance of being proactive rather than being reactive to life's circumstances.

Key Takeaways:

• Ted’s career transition from architecture to real estate to authorship
• The importance of mindset, identity, time and direction in personal growth
• How failure and setbacks can be setups for success
• The importance of surrounding yourself with the right people
• The significance of purpose, value and freedom in life

Other ways to connect:

Join me as I walk you through my proven 5-step process to help you successfully create your new normal: www.createyournewnormal.com/masterclass.html

Join my Create Your New Normal Accelerator: www.createyournewnormal.com/accelerator.html

Chip Scholz's inspiring reinvention journey includes a layoff, a move cross country, multiple career pivots and a stroke. Yet, he survived and thrived. Chip was a lobbyist who later became a nationally recognized speaker and 6-time author. One of his books, Small Decisions, Big Shifts, shows us how small decisions and a curious mindset can lead to big shifts and a new normal. At his company, Scholz and Associates, he makes businesses stronger through executive coaching. But his new and true love is woodturning.

In today’s fast-paced world, many people find themselves stuck in jobs that no longer fulfill them. This was the case for Lovlee Tang. She shares her inspiring pivot from the traditional 9-to-5 to becoming the founder and CEO of Lovlee Art Studios. She shares the pivotal moments that led her to entrepreneurship and emphasizes that reinvention is a continuous process, filled with ups and downs and highlights the importance of blooming where you’re planted.

Nydia Gooden shares her journey from a successful career in finance to becoming a teacher. She reflects on her experiences in corporate America, the challenges she faced as a minority and her realization that her true calling lies in teaching. Nydia shares the challenges she faced during her reinvention, including emotional struggles and the importance of family support. She encourages us to listen to our inner voice and not let perfection hinder our progress.

Jack Oujo shares his remarkable journey from a top-rated minor league umpire to a successful wealth strategist. He discusses the challenges he faced after being released from baseball, the importance of relationships and how his experiences in sports shaped his approach to business and client relationships. Jack emphasizes the importance of resilience, continuous learning and reputation in both sports and business.

Monique Addison-Stinson shares about her move from corporate America to embracing her calling as a Christian business coach. She outlines the challenges faced by women over 40, especially Black women and practical steps to pivot and create a fulfilling new normal. You’ll gain insights on identifying your gifts, overcoming internal barriers and building a business that’s aligned with your calling.

Melissa McCann-Tilton shares her insights on the evolution of sales, the future of work and how AI is transforming HR and its hiring practices. She also discusses her personal reinvention, the importance of transferable skills and how to navigate the disruptive changes ahead.

Will Archer opens up about his journey from minister to entrepreneur. He stresses the importance of authenticity in both his personal and professional life. He also highlights the significance of self-discovery, mentorship and maintaining close relationships while offering practical tips for creating your new normal.

James Andrews shares his journey of reinvention across multiple industries, the importance of skills and intuition in navigating change. He shares insights on the changing landscape of work, the value of non-traditional education paths and the necessity of adapting to new rules of work in the AI era. He also gives practical insights on building your ‘getaway vehicle’ and embracing your new normal.