Big life changes always come with their fair share of surprises, and my leap from corporate to full-time coaching was no exception. As I hit the two-year mark, I’m taking a look back at what I thought would happen, what actually happened, and everything I’ve learned along the way. Spoiler: it hasn’t been a straight path!

In this episode, I’m sharing the real, behind-the-scenes journey—navigating unexpected family crises, figuring out entrepreneurship, and realizing that success isn’t just about business wins but also about personal growth. We’ll talk about:

• The transferable skills from parenthood that help in any career shift.
• The power of community and support—because going it alone is overrated.
• Why you shouldn’t put off your dreams or wait for the “perfect time.”
• How to move forward without regrets, because what we don’t do is often what we regret most.

If you’re in a season of change—whether it’s career, life, or something in between—this one’s for you. Tune in for insights and encouragement.

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Have you ever felt like your career path is leading you away from success and into confusion? In today’s episode, we dive deep into the transformative journey many women experience as they navigate the complexities of midlife career changes. Joining us is Jackie Brown, a career and leadership coach who specializes in helping individuals reclaim their sense of purpose and redefine their identities beyond their current job titles.

Jackie shares her own journey of thriving as a graphic designer and creative director to feeling unfulfilled and lost in her career. Her experience resonates with many women confronting similar feelings as their children grow up and they face identity shifts. Highlighting the importance of personal growth, Jackie explains how understanding one’s true desires and values is crucial to finding meaningful work.

Listeners will gain insights on practical strategies to rediscover joy and curiosity in their professional lives. Jackie outlines her method of Audit, Assess, and Align as a transformative framework to help individuals identify their strengths and redefine their paths.

This episode empowers women to embrace change not as a crisis but as an opportunity to realign their careers with their values and passions. Tune in for an engaging discussion that inspires action and encourages you to take the next steps in your professional journey.

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Embracing life after motherhood can lead to profound self-discovery and personal transformation. Guest Cathleen Mohr shares her journey from a high-stress corporate career to becoming a family constellations facilitator, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and presence in nurturing relationships.

• Introduction of Cathleen Mohr and her work
• Discussion on her career in corporate America and the stress involved
• The pivotal wake-up call that led to major life changes
• Transitioning to Ireland for self-care and reflection
• Writing a book as a part of rediscovering passions
• Explanation of family constellations and shadow work
• Personal insights into identity and emotional healing
• Importance of being present in relationships with children
• Kathleen’s resources and workshops for deeper exploration

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Self-belief is essential for successfully re-entering the workforce after a career break. Christina shares inspiring stories of women who overcame self-doubt and found fulfillment, emphasizing that with small steps and the right support, anyone can achieve their professional goals.  

• Sharing Ann's journey back to work  

• Highlighting Fay’s proactive career change

• Exploring Debbie's experience with volunteering

• Patty's successful return to tech after 20 years  

• Bonnie enrolled in a 12-week community college program to get up to speed in her industry and will likely be hired by an employer sponsoring the program.

•The importance of taking small steps towards goals  
• Encouragement to believe in oneself  
• Offering support and actionable resources

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Carin Luna Osseski joins us to share her transformative journey from founding a Scotch whiskey brand to creating "Hot or Just Me", a resource dedicated to supporting women through perimenopause. This episode emphasizes the importance of advocacy, understanding common symptoms, and fostering open conversations about the often-taboo topics surrounding menopause.

• Carin's transition from graphic designer to entrepreneur
• The birth of Hot or Just Me as a resource for menopause
• Common symptoms associated with perimenopause
• Importance of advocacy and open dialogue with partners and doctors
• Practical tools and products to manage menopause symptoms
• Navigating menopause in the workplace and self-advocacy
• Resources available for women seeking support during this journey
• Carin's mission to empower women through education and community support

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Listeners are treated to an authentic conversation with Lisa Klein, who reflects on her diverse career journey following a pause for motherhood. The episode delves into her profession in accounting, unexpected career transitions, and her evolution into health and business coaching as she encourages other moms to embrace their entrepreneurial potential and personal growth.

• Lisa shares her early career in accounting 
• Transitioning from full-time work to stay-at-home mom 
• Starting a health and wellness coaching business 
• Evolution from fitness to business coaching 
• Practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs 
• The importance of being patient and focused in business 

Connect with Lisa Klein on LinkedIn and follow her journey toward empowering other women in business!

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Ready to embrace career transitions with confidence and clarity? Discover how Kathryn Sandford, a career brand leadership coach from New Zealand, transformed her career path from teaching to empowering midlife women to redefine their professional identities. Hear Kathryn's compelling story of a pivotal moment in a school staff room that set her on a new course to help women over 40 build influential personal brands. Her insights, backed by over two decades of recruitment experience, offer a treasure trove of strategies for anyone yearning to reclaim their career with a fresh perspective.

This episode promises a wealth of knowledge on shifting from job-seeking to personal brand-building, especially for those stepping back into the workforce. Kathyrn and I unpack the mindset shift needed to approach job interviews with confidence and self-assurance, emphasizing mutual fit over desperation. Listen as we highlight the importance of self-awareness and collaboration in creating compelling resumes and LinkedIn profiles, empowering individuals to tell their stories with authenticity and long-term vision.

From gamifying the job search process to leveraging networking for increased impact, Kathryn shares actionable advice to transform invisibility into influence. We also touch on the importance of upskilling and volunteering for those with career gaps, and how managing comparison bias can lead to personal growth. Tune in for a session that’s both enlightening and empowering, loaded with practical advice to navigate your career transitions gracefully.

The book I referenced is: 
The Gap and The Gain: The High Achievers' Guide to Happiness, Confidence, and Success

by Dan Sullivan

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This episode explores the transformative power of coaching and empowerment for mothers transitioning into a new phase of life. With insights from Shari Biery, listeners learn about the importance of investing in their own growth and redefining their identities beyond motherhood. 

• Shari shares insights on coaching and identity 
• Discussion on the coaching role in motherhood and self-perception 
• Shift in mindset regarding personal investment and worthiness 
• Importance of community support in the coaching journey 
• Exploring self-coaching through guided journal prompts 
• Focus on accountability in personal growth and coaching 
• Introduction to the Career Comeback Accelerator program

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If getting organized and decluttering is one of your New Year's resolutions for 2025, this episode is for you! Christina and guest Melina Kane, a professional organizer, discuss practical strategies for decluttering, the importance of aligning possessions with values and engaging children in the organizing process.

In this episode we discuss:

• Melina's journey from overwhelmed mom to professional organizer
• Understanding the concept of minimalism as a personal philosophy
• Starting small for effective decluttering
• Strategies for involving children in organizing their belongings
• The significance of creating "Joy" days to revisit treasured items
• Benefits of seasonal organizing practices
• Announcement of a three-day organizing challenge

Join us in reclaiming your space and sanity!

Here's where you can join Melina's January 15th Free 3 Day Challenge to kick start your decluttering in 2025. 

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Welcome to 2025!

Picking a word of the year can bring clarity and focus to who we want to become and what we want to accomplish in life. A carefully chosen word is a type of mental mentor — something to help us stay motivated as we move toward our goals. This year, I enlisted ChatGPT as a tool to find my guiding word, "awaken," which aligns perfectly with my aspirations for growth, impact, and purpose. Listen in to learn how I collaborated with ChatGPT (and how you can too!) to find my guiding word for 2025 and all its layers of meaning.  

As we set our sights on 2025, I am thrilled to share new content, expand the podcast to YouTube, and invite more guests to the show. Thank you for being part of this incredible community! 

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