Beyond the Bestseller
Beyond the Bestseller
Podcast Description
Beyond the Bestseller is a podcast for professional women, authors, and entrepreneurs who are ready to amplify their influence and impact. Join host Kelly Schuknecht as she dives into conversations with inspiring women who’ve written books to further their careers, build their brands, and share powerful messages. Each episode dives into real conversations, offering insights on writing, marketing, and using a book to open doors and spark new opportunities. Tune in for inspiring stories, expert advice, and the motivation to pursue your own big dreams. Go beyond the bestseller and discover what’s possible.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores themes like leadership, personal growth, resilience, and the insights gained from authorship. Episodes dive deep into topics such as how to navigate financial literacy, the power of mentorship, and the art of saying no, featuring examples from books like Financial Secrets Revealed and 50 Ways to Say No. Focus areas include practical strategies for overcoming obstacles and embracing personal and professional reinvention.
Beyond the Bestseller is a podcast for professional women, authors, and entrepreneurs who are ready to amplify their influence and impact. Join host Kelly Schuknecht as she dives into conversations with inspiring women who’ve written books to further their careers, build their brands, and share powerful messages. Each episode dives into real conversations, offering insights on writing, marketing, and using a book to open doors and spark new opportunities. Tune in for inspiring stories, expert advice, and the motivation to pursue your own big dreams. Go beyond the bestseller and discover what’s possible.
What if your second act could be the most fulfilling chapter of your life? In this episode, Kelly sits down with Shannon Russell, author of Start Your Second Act, to talk about leaving behind a successful career in television to embrace entrepreneurship, coaching, and authorship. Shannon shares how midlife reinvention is not only possible, but powerful—and how women can find purpose by leveraging the skills and experience they already have.
We dive into:
• What led Shannon to leave her career in television and open a STEM education franchise
• How her experiences shaped a coaching business helping women find their second act
• Common myths about career change and why you’re more qualified than you think
• Inspiring stories of women who used their skills to pivot into businesses and new careers
• Why your second act doesn’t have to be a business, it can be anything that lights you up
Links & Resources Mentioned:
• Get Shannon’s book, Start Your Second Act on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3GXEt9C
• Visit Shannon’s website – https://secondactsuccess.co/
• Connect with Shannon on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonrussellcareercoach/
• Join the Author Power Circle – https://kellyschuknecht.com/author-power-circle/
If this episode resonated with you or someone you know, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with those who might need to hear Shannon’s story. For more resources to help you write and market your book, visit https://kellyschuknecht.com/.
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