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!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisakleinco/
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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. 

Curious about your Organizing Personality Type? Check out the Quiz HERE.

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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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Picture this: standing at your spouse's military retirement ceremony, you're suddenly hit by a wave of burnout and realize the urgent need to reclaim your own identity. This was the pivotal moment for our remarkable guest, Shari Biery, author of "It's Your Turn" and founder of Alive With Purpose Coaching.

Join us as Shari shares her transformative journey from a life defined by frequent relocations and constant reinvention as a military spouse to stepping into her role as a nationally board-certified health and wellness coach. Her story is a testament to the power of acknowledging burnout and taking decisive steps toward personal fulfillment and purpose.

Shari and I discuss the importance of rediscovering personal dreams and passions, urging women to prioritize their own happiness and well-being amidst life's various responsibilities.

To learn more about Shari's coaching or her book, go to www.sharibiery.com or www.itsyourturnbook.com.

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Can holiday gatherings be the key to your career comeback? Join me as I share how the festive season can be a golden opportunity for networking, especially for moms eyeing a return to the professional world. Networking doesn't have to be awkward or icky. Through personal stories and practical insights, I'll share how to weave your job search into casual holiday conversations in a natural, easy way without feeling pushy or desperate. Learn how to confidently talk about your career goals, even if they're still evolving, and learn strategies to turn every festive chat into a stepping stone for your professional journey.

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Did you ever think that a missing crystal glass could lead to a revelation about finding joy in everyday moments? This week, we reflect on how something as simple as using our best glassware for daily routines can add a touch of magic to our lives. Inspired by setting the Thanksgiving and being short 1 crystal glass, (because the glass has been assigned to everyday use in my bathroom), I explore ways to find joy and enjoy luxury without waiting for special occassions. From savoring wine before it turns sour to wearing a special outfit just for dinner at home, we discuss how little acts can make every day feel like a celebration.

Join the conversation as we delve into creative ways to infuse your daily life with joy and spontaneity. This episode isn't just about glasses and wine; it's about transforming your routine into something extraordinary.

I’m also thrilled to announce the launch of the Career Comeback Accelerator, an innovative group coaching program geared towards empowering those on the brink of a career transformation. Enrollment is now open, and I'm inviting you to reach out for more info. Whether you’re looking to enhance your daily life or navigate a monumental career shift, there’s something here for you.

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