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All Episodes

Bucket List Careers — 192 episodes

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Vera Gjelaj, From Immigrant Single Mom to Owner of Arome Caffe & Patisserie | EP 191

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Dane Johnson, From Actor to Healing Pioneer: How Overcoming Illness Transformed a Dream into Purpose | EP 190

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Lexi Brine, Cosmetics, Courtrooms and Closings: A Winding Path to Purpose | EP 189

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Dr. Trish Leigh, Preschool to Brain Science: Reinvention and Rewiring Your Mind | EP 188

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Angelique Morelli, Trusting the Pivot: A Journey to Authorship and Impact | EP 187

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Cheri Carandanis, From Battlefields to Brushstrokes: How Injury Redefined A Career | EP 186

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Amy Pepe, The "Why Not?" Mindset: How Five Love Larchmont Came to Life | EP 185

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Sarah Weihman, From Blueprints to Briefs: The Birth of Paradis Sport Active Underwear for Women | EP 184

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Throwback Episode: From Wall Street to Ear Piercing Innovator, The Louisa Serene Schneider Story

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Margaret Egiziaco, From Grants to Gains: A Pivot Transforming the Fitness Industry for Moms | EP 182

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Rebecca Kushner, From Traditional Finance to Values-Driven Entrepreneurship: A Leap of Faith | EP 181

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Dara Astmann's New Year Intentions: New Methods to Kick Start Career Clarity | EP 180

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Christy Counts, When Passion Meets Commitment: The Road to Neverstill Wines | EP 179

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Throwback Episode: Fashion Design to Stay Home Mom to DJ April Larken

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Katherine Gold, A Bold Leap from Education to Interior Design | Ep 177

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Annie Berger, Match Mindset: Building Mental Strength for Athletes With Coaching | EP 176

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Andrea Della Mura, IV Therapy Entrepreneur: A Wellness Mission Born from Survivorship | Ep 175

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Aransas Savas on Empowering Women to Be "Uplifters": Fearless at Any Age | EP 174

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Sasha Claire Brand Management: A Journey from Corporate to Community | EP 173

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Anika Jackson, Reinventing Yourself: From Music Promotion to Marketing Leadership, AI Advocacy | EP 172

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Lavish Gardener Tina Langley Walsh: From Fashion to Floral Design | Ep 171

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Lauren Tetenbaum, Lawyer to Social Worker to Author: Helping Millennials Prepare for Menopause | EP 170

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Whitney Faires: From Corporate Leader to Career Empowering Coach | EP 169

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Brian Mazza, From Hospitality to Health & Fitness Entrepreneur | EP 168

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Ali Pearlman, From Journalism to Sustainable Vintage Fashion with Saved By Zero | EP 167

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Betsy Parker's Pivot to Purpose: Transforming Relationships Via the Sunny Social Connection App | EP 166

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Lauren Magel, Healing Through Hemp: How CBD Changed Her Life and Career | EP 165

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Andrea Moore Beaulieu, Sewing Dreams: A Path to Fashion Entrepreneurship | EP 164

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Heather Redisch, Path to Founder of Adulting 101 Masterclass: Essential Strategies for Recent Grads | EP 163

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Ep 162 Claudia Kandel: From Corporate to Caregiving as Co-Founder of Sidekick Concierge

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Ep 161 Crafting Your Authentic Path: Jennifer Musser on Aligning Your Business with the Real You

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Ep 160 From Nurse to Entrepreneur: Michelle Gross's Journey to Studio50Fitness

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Christa's Takeaways: Using the Let Them Theory to Dismantle the Need for Control in 2025

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From Boardrooms to Breathwork: Cheryl Brause's Inspiring Career Shift to Pause to Be Present

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Crafting the Dream Gig: Jeremy George's Bucket List Match and 52-Week Challenge

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What Lights You Up? A Career Pivot Roadmap from Bestselling Author Mary Olson-Menzel

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Career Pivots at Any Age: Insights from Therapist to Coach Aviva Kamander

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Crafting Community & Cuisine: Shani Sherman's Journey to Locals 10538

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Empowering Women in the Workplace with Jess Galica: Why It’s Time to Let Go to Get Ahead

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Entrepreneurial Mavericks: Joey Angelo's Trailblazing Success with Su Casa Mezcal

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From Special Education to Health Coaching: Jennifer Mullen's Career Transformation

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Christa's Takeaways: From Fear of Failure to Embracing Growth Mindset

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Artistic Awakening: Meera Agarwal's Transition from Corporate to Creative

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Leaving Law to Design Clothes for Kids' Well-being: Stefanie Schmidt's Journey to Fig For Kids

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Simplify and Thrive: How Anita Devlin is Transforming Lives Through Organization

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Nostalgia Revival: Donna Lennox's Retro Fashion Journey with GEAR 80 Bags

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From Nanny to CEO: How Founder Maggie Pearson Built Feast & Fettle

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Career Pivot Playbook for Moms: Dara Astmann on Where to Start the Journey

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Financial Freedom for All: Tamara Witham on Creating Greenlife Advisors For Underserved Communities

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Unlocking Your Potential: Lata Hamilton's Jump from Marketing to Change Management

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Glass Ceilings and Glass Art: Inside 22KATKRAFTS with Kristen Larkin

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Six Degrees of Change: Stacy Huston's Path from Sales to Social Impact

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From Fashion to Flour: The Pivot Journey of Charlotte Boyle

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Cricket Dreams: How Matt Ellis Turned Passion into Profession

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Behind the App: Dr. Tina Sadarangani's Pivot to Founder of CareMobi, Enhancing Caregiving for Older Adults

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From Social Worker to Jewelry Artist: Melissa Panszi Riebe's Creative Evolution

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Legal Mind, Literary Heart: Jessica Saunders' Journey from Lawyer to Author

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Reinventing Careers: Spencer Carpenter's Path from Music Promoter to Podcast Booking Agent

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Pouring Passion: Founder Ute Londrigan's Journey from Corporate to Crafted German-Style Liqueurs

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From PE Teacher to Etsy Success: Jacqueline Butler's Journey to Top 0.1% Seller

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Marrakesh Dreams: Rachelle Rayner's Path from NY Real Estate to Boutique Hotelier

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Finding Balance and Fulfillment: Dara Astmann's Key Strategies for Ambitious Moms

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Christa's Takeaways: How Not-To-Do Lists Can Shape Your 2024 Goals

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Alison Hall’s Pivot & Path to Founder of Change Agent Coaching for Women

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Personal Growth & Meaningful Work: Colette Jane Fehr's Pivot from Marketing to Helping Couples Connect

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From Fashion Media to Linen Artistry: Sara Roberts' Fusion of Design and Business at Goldie Home

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The Multifaceted Career of Pete Chelala: Balancing Creativity and Advertising Sales in the Streaming Industry

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Harnessing the Power of Sports for Entrepreneurial Success: Tony Everett's Career Evolution

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Unlocking Opportunities: Stacey Ross Cohen's Journey to College Admissions Branding Expert in the Digital World

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From Numbers to Nuptials: Unveiling the Journey of Premier Wedding Planner Michelle Norwood

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Behind the Bar to Sales VP & Owner: Neil Rogers' Path to Professional Fulfillment

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College Sports Recruiting Specialist Jeff Howell on His Passion-Fueled Career Pivot

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Silencing Self-Doubt to Help Women Athletes: Frankie Elder-Reedy's Entrepreneurial Insights

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Wendy Jones: Founder of Be Better Media, Mindfulness Coach for Young Elite Athletes

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Brandon Smith: From Corporate Strategist to AI Visionary

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Wisdom in the Pivot Journey: Building Customer Connections and Success with Stacy Sherman

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Heidi Zimmer's Wild Rice Retreat: A Transformative Experience for Well-Being

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Christa's Takeaways: Overcoming Fear of Creating Original Social Media Content

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Marc Ronick on Growth Mindset: Years of Lessons Learned in Podcasting

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Actor to Entrepreneur Jordan Elizabeth Gelber on Finding Your Purpose Path

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Fighting Procrastination in a New Way with Life Coach Christine Meyer

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How Franchise Owner/Broker Jeremy Bollington Waved Bye-Bye to Banking

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Ultimate Co-Founder Synergy: Ronit Weinberg's Pivot to Artistic Sustainable Children's Linens

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Erin Jensen on Leveraging Lessons from Tech and Media to Build a Successful Business in Kids' Products

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Fear to Freedom: How to Crush Limiting Beliefs When Changing Careers

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Branding as Works of Art: Danielle Becker's Evolution to Founder from NYC Fashion

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Patricia Gallardo's Bold Leap to Co-Founder of EpicLight Beauty

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International Art Appraiser Timothy Gordon on His Path to Purpose

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Former Padres Player Brian Fryer's Pivot To Online Business

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Graze NY's Shari Ivler on Food Board Catering from Fashion

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Vengo Labs CEO Brian Shimmerlik: Master of Professional Pivots

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Special Episode: BLC at 100!

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Mothers Re-Writing Their Next Chapter: Media Exec Dara Astmann Answers the Call to Coaching

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Designer & Founder of The Little Blazer Company: Ria Morgan’s Move to Meaning

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Vegan Chef Elyce Jacobson Dishes on Crafting Your Ideal Job

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Saying Goodbye To Banking: Gourmet Coffee House Owner Leila Karlsen's Dream Gig

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School Teacher To Social Media Guru: Liz Woods' Path to Promoting Moms Who Inspire

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Pro Sports Content Management To Leadership Coaching: Chris Gargano's Journey to Purpose

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How Lauren Porat Ignited her YogaSpark Business After a First Act in Finance

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Bodybuilder & Comedian? Andrew Ginsburg on His Dual Dream Gig

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Christa's Takeaways: Steps to Intentional Career Change After Your 2023 Resolutions Fade

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Pushing Back Against "New You" Resolutions with Christine Meyer

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Leaving a Business of Glam to Find Her Second Act: Ali Cocco

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Teen Skincare Entrepreneur Stephanie Capuano's Journey to 31st State

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How Bridget Johns Left Retail To Turn Her Love Language (Gifting) Into a Thriving Business

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Pajama Program Founder Genevieve Piturro on Leaving Corporate Life to Start a Non-Profit

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Artist Aimee Hofmann's Uplifting Pivot To Abstract Painting After Paralysis

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Christa's Takeaways: Flipping The Worn Out Script of "Find Your Passion"

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Revolutionizing Playroom Design: Educator to Founder Karri Bowen-Poole's Mission

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Reporter to Recruiter to Executive Coach: Mary Olson Menzel, Master of Pivots

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How Casting Director and Founder Stacy Gallo Fearlessly Crafted her Dream Gig

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Kripalu Outdoor Guide: Cindy Olsen's Leap from Entertainment Finance to Mindful Naturalist

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Boudoir Photographer Stephanie Bordas: Empowering Women through Sensual, Tasteful Portraits

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Hollywood Film Producer to Reinvention Guru: John Tarnoff's Late-Career Rewrite

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BAM Art Advisory Founder Brooke Molinaroli's Bold Pivot to Change the Way People Buy Contemporary Art

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Event-Centric Marketing From Real Estate: How David Kean Took a Leap That Paid Off

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Christa's Takeaways: SMART Goal Setting for Your Pivot

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Human Resources Pro to Successful Coach & Author: Susan Ross' Path to Purpose

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Building Career Organic: Briar Dougherty's Pivot to Solopreneurship

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Singer Turned Interior Designer: Emily Meszkat Hits a High Note

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Christa's Takeaways: Resilience & Power of Pushing Through Uncertainty

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Taking Sales to a Higher Level: Rhonda Petit's Powerful Pivot

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Finance to TV Producer: Hillary Weintraub Finds Professional Authenticity

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Multiple Careers in Parallel: Mark Herschberg's Formula for Work with Purpose

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Stacey Creem's Path to Painting After Leaving the Law

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Mental Health for Moms: Why OBGYN Dr. Tracy Shevell Stopped Practicing to Start Blue Moon Perinatal

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Sober Powered: Addiction Expert Gillian Tietz's Transformation of Self and Career

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When Dollar Signs Don't Cut It: Jamie McDonald's Jump from Hedge Fund Manager to TV Host

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New Age DJ from Marketing Exec: Morgana's Path to Moving People Through Music

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Skydiving Stuntman Jeff Provenzano on Profiting from his Passion

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Taking Flight After the Airlines: Victoria Victory's Path to Becoming A Registered Nurse

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Self Publishing Expert Chandler Bolt on How to Create Content to Grow Your Impact

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Magazine Editor To Professional Organizer: Welcome to Meredith Goforth's House of PRIM

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EvolveMe: How Co-founders Help Others in Midcareer Relaunch or Reinvent After Doing It Themselves

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Superfood Carb Creators Rachel Katz & Tal Bar Share their Joint Pivot Journey

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Reinventing Herself to Teach Mind-Body Medicine: Dr. Juna Bobby's Journey

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Garden Designer Lucy Berkoff Returns to her Roots

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Taking Camp to the Next Level: Ed Metzendorf's Pivot from Tech

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Guiding Invisible Illness Sufferers: Former Lawyer turned Transformational Coach Emily Shaules Finds Her Life’s Work

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Pro Football, ESPN & Filmmaking: Ed Cunningham’s Path to Podcasting

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Social Trades Coach: How Daniel Snead Trains Young Entrepreneurs Worldwide

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NYC Reporter to Artist & Radio Show Host: Lauren DeFranco’s Journey to Authenticity

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Beat the Bomb Founder Alex Patterson: Winning At His Own Game

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Soggy Doggy Doormats: Founder Joanna Rein Cleans Up with Pivot to Dream Gig

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Dr. Brian Giordano: Becoming a Surgeon Against the Odds

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80s Obsessed: Chris Clews on Carving Out His New Career

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Christa Goes Solo: Takeaways of ‘21 and What’s Ahead

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Food Network Star former ESPN Anchor Jaymee Sire on Connecting her Passions Like Never Before

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Victory Sports: Doug Rifenburg Finds Purpose Giving Kids Across the Globe Access to Sports

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Designer to Gut Health Chef: Lifelong Foodie Kate Velasquez's Journey

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Beach Volleyball Star Jeremy Casebeer on Shifting his Goals to Support Sustainability in Sports

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The Pretend Flower Show: Host Stephanie Hoover Asher on Using Lockdown to Launch her Dream

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Digital Nomad Business Firestarter Geri Paige Butner’s Pivot to Empowering Entrepreneurs

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Finance to Luxury Real Estate Sales: Top-Producing Agent Rob Johnson on Breaking In

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Personal Stylist & Podcaster Katie Allen’s Big Leap

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Legless Athlete, Journalist & Motivational Speaker: Dave Stevens' Amazing Journey

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Athletic Powerhouse Mandy DiMarzo's Exploding Global Fitness Tribe

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Rising Star Sports Agent Matthew Gaeta on Finding Purpose Early

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Shane Sams: How an Average Working Family Found Financial Freedom

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Elite Matchmaker Tammi Pickle’s Path to Playing Cupid

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Becoming a Bra Guru: Jené Luciani’s New GemBra & Mission to Uplift the Female Body & Soul

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CBD Luxury Skin-Care Line Founder Tracy Wydra: Architect to Entrepreneur

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Walking Away from a Baseball Career to Train Players From the Inside Out: Chris Vasami's Journey

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Writer to Restaurant Owner: Lisa Chase’s Culinary Adventure

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Don’t Mind if I Dough: The Sweet Success of Megan & Jimmy Feeman’s Pivots From Country Music To Selling Edible/Bakeable Cookie Dough

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Peter Hubbell’s Pivot from 40 Years in Advertising to Helping College Grad Job Hunters Brand Themselves

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Not the Science Type? New Documentary Star & Nuclear Engineer Dr. Ciara Sivels On Breaking Down Negative Stereotypes

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Paving the way for female skydivers: Amy Chmelecki’s Natural Born Bucket List Career

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Everipe: Mompreneur Kerry Roberts On Her Smoothie Company's Clean Eating Mission & Ditching Big Brands To Make It Happen

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JustinTime Baseball: How A Founder Knocked It Out Of The Park Doing What He Loves Most

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Mark Reid: Leaving Teaching and the Law to Make Traditional Japanese Paper

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Broadcast Journalism to Mom to Walk and Talk Therapist

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Emma Snowball-Robinson’s Journey from Model to Nurse/Entrepreneur

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Pet Rescue Pilots: Founder Julian Javor Merges His Passion & Profession To Save Shelter Animals

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Life Coach Christine Meyer on Reinvention and Self-Assigning your Professional Purpose

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Rescuing Families: Married Contractors Build to Give Back

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Dr. Carl Allamby: From Auto Mechanic to Medical Doctor in his 40’s

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Ear-Piercing Innovation: A Founder leaves Finance & Partners with Nurses to Transform an Industry

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Football to Fashion: NY Giants Great Carl Banks on His Entrepreneurial Journey After the NFL

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Food Show Host Rob Petrone on Change that’s Truly Saving His Life

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Jeff Hammer’s ‘Dominating Edge’: How a High School dropout turned multi-millionaire real estate CEO mastered mindfulness to crush his professional goals

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Corey Cook’s life-changing journey from the art world to luxury travel curator & blogger

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Wearable Memories: How ‘Mompreneur’ Jennifer Graziano drew from her family funeral home business to create a unique keepsake jewelry line

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Pilot & CEO Nick Tarascio’s path to success using his ‘pilot mindset’ to grow his private charter flight company

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Walking Away from Broadway and Leaping into a Higher Purpose: Miles Johnson’s mission to equalize corporate America

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Motivating through fitness: Bevin Prince’s path from TV stardom to opening an outdoor cycling studio

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School of Rock: Married musicians turned entrepreneurs discuss landing the best gig of their lives

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Leaving Wall Street for the Gym: Top Tier Trainer, Jake Zemer Finds His Calling

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TV Host Justine Santaniello on the Path to Landing Her Own Show

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DJ April Larken on her fearless pivot from stay-at-home Mom to highly sought after DJ

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Ben Sosenko: From sports anchor to sports marketing guru and how taking risks pays off

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