Evolution or Revolution
Evolution or Revolution
Podcast Description
A podcast about people making small (or very large) professional changes. I explore how they did it and how you can, too. If it's time to make a change, when do we trim the sails, and when do we burn the boats?
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes of personal transformation, career reinvention, and life changes, with episodes highlighting specific stories such as Mark Brenwall's journey from a tech career in San Francisco to starting fresh in Thailand, and Erin Ryan's evolution from a homebirth midwife to a global maternal health advocate, showcasing how to navigate significant professional shifts.
A podcast about people making small (or very large) professional changes. I explore how they did it and how you can, too. If it’s time to make a change, when do we trim the sails, and when do we burn the boats?
In this conversation, Courtney Kaplan interviews Tina Santiago-Keenan, co-founder of Secret City, a creative design and production studio that creates immersive experiences. Tina shares her journey from working in tech at Facebook and Uber Eats to launching Secret City, which combines elements of escape rooms and immersive theater. The discussion covers the challenges of entrepreneurship, the impact of the pandemic, and the importance of community and in-person experiences. Tina also offers insights on career transitions, balancing work and family, and the future of Secret City.
Links:
Website: https://secretcity.studio/
Social Links: https://www.instagram.com/secretcityadventures/
Learn More: https://www.secretcityadventures.com/
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Tina Santiago-Keenan and Secret City
05:35 Tina's Career Journey and Transition to Secret City
10:53 Challenges in the Early Days of Secret City
21:48 Navigating Challenges During COVID-19
27:08 The Importance of In-Person Connections
32:04 Advice for Career Transitions
36:29 Balancing Parenthood and Entrepreneurship
40:21 Introduction to Tina's Journey
42:53 The Importance of Patience and Testing Ideas
44:18 Leveraging Existing Skills and Collaboration
EVOLUTION OR REVOLUTION is produced by Courtney Kaplan.
Website: Iconic Leadership Coaching.
Follow me on IG @iconicleadershipcoaching
Connect on Linked in @courtney-kaplan
Music by Midwest Got It (IG: midwestgotit)
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