Best Productivity Success Coach for ADHD Moms Podcasts (2025)

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Gym Owner to Franchise Founder: How Devan Gonzalez Used Mindset To Build a Profitable Business | #196 32:37

1d ago32:37

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What does it take to turn a passion for fitness into a thriving business—and then franchise it successfully across the country? In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with Devan Gonzalez, fitness entrepreneur and co-founder of Strive 11 Fitness, to explore how he turned his love of coaching into a s…

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E266: No Perfect Plan: Letting Good Enough Be Good Enough 35:24

5d ago35:24

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But I want to do everything... well. Ever find yourself trying so hard to get it just right… only to realize that you’re missing the whole point?!? This week, I’m sharing some very real behind-the-scenes of my life right now: juggling the end-of-school chaos, trying to write a book I’ve dreamed about for years, and realizing (once again) that perfe…

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Art of Online Teaching: How Shannon Boyer Transformed Her Education Career | #195 35:47

7d ago35:47

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Have you ever wondered if your professional experience could be turned into a thriving business? In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with curriculum and course creation expert Shannon Boyer to explore how she transitioned from a career in college education to launching a business that empowers en…

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E265: How Do You Keep Up with Everything as a Mom with ADHD? 30:31

12d ago30:31

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How do moms do ALL.THE.THINGS in a methodical, consistent manner? My client asked me this earlier this month. She wanted to see how someone else “does it all” in order to get a better grasp on what it looks like. Plus she asked for an example of a weekly schedule where somebody meal plans, cooks, takes care of their kids, and works part time. “Doin…

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Reignite Your Childhood Dreams: Why It’s Never Too Late to Start Your Second Act | #194 14:51

15d ago14:51

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Are you feeling stuck in your career or craving more creativity and fulfillment in your life? In this inspiring solo episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell encourages you to rediscover the dreams you once held and explore how to bring them into your present life. Whether you’re navigating a life transition, dreaming …

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233: Little Jolt of Joy: Embracing the Journey of Parenting 7:28

19d ago7:28

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In this episode, join us as we explore the bittersweet moments of closing a chapter in life and embarking on new adventures. As the youngest child prepares to graduate, it's a time for reminiscing on the joys and challenges of parenting. From the early years of diaper changes and sleepless nights to the excitement of school days and sports events, …

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E264: 5 ADHD Hacks that Make Mom Life Easier 23:14

19d ago23:14

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Today’s episode is inspired by a friend’s surprise at how many ADHD-friendly hacks I use on a daily basis throughout my home. You have enough to do as a mom. You don’t need to reinvent the wheel on problems you’ve already solved in the past. Let’s reuse what you’ve already done! Here are some of my favorite lather, rinse, repeat systems that make l…

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How One ADHD Diagnosis Sparked a New Career Helping Creative Entrepreneurs Thrive | #193 27:28

21d ago27:28

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After 19 years in education and an ADHD diagnosis, Cindy Baker made a bold pivot—leaving the classroom to launch her own business as a productivity coach for entrepreneurs. In this inspiring episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with Cindy to discuss her career evolution, her late-in-life ADHD diagnosis, a…

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E263: Am I Too Much? Accepting & Loving Who You Are, Plus Your Retreat Invitation 31:48

26d ago31:48

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Ever feel like you’re “just too much”—too scattered, too loud, too mistake-prone, too ditzy, just…too all over the place? Maybe you dropped your phone in the ocean and screamed “noooo” until you cried? (Raising my hand slowly…) If so, you’re in the right place. This last couple of weeks has been tough – a sinus infection, perimenopause brain fog, s…

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Publication Day! My Book Start Your Second Act Is Out Now! | #192 19:32

27d ago19:32

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It’s publication day for my new book! In this special episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell celebrates the release of her new book, Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers, Launch a Business, and Create Your Best Life. Shannon reads pages from Chapter 2 of her book, diving into what a “second act” truly means a…

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I Said No to Taylor Swift: A Career Shift That Changed My Life | #191 15:58

1M ago15:58

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Have you ever faced a life-changing crossroads where you had to choose between your career and your heart? In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell shares a deeply personal story about the day she said no to interviewing Taylor Swift — and why that pivotal decision changed the course of her career and life. Fro…

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E262: How to Ask for Help When You Have ADHD 16:04

1M ago16:04

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How can you ask for help? When you have ADHD, you may not ask for help. Maybe you feel like you have to figure it out on your own. You may not want others to know you’re struggling or working this hard to keep up. Or maybe you don’t want to look weak or incompetent. But humans aren’t meant to function entirely solo. Mamas Nicole & Rebecca both subm…

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232: Overcoming Overwhelm: The Power of Senseless Action 14:01

1M ago14:01

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In this episode, we delve into the common feeling of being overwhelmed in managing a household. Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, shares her insights on combating inertia and the paralysis of choice by embracing 'senseless' actions. By following one's instinct and doing something without overthinking, one can break the cycle of stagnat…

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Homeschooling to Style Coaching: How Monika Nielsen Became the Closet Therapist for Women in Midlife | #190 31:44

1M ago31:44

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In this inspiring episode of Second Act Success, host Shannon Russell sits down with Monika Nielsen, founder of Style Closet Coach and the beloved “closet therapist” for women reinventing themselves in midlife. After homeschooling her three children for 22 years, Monika launched a business helping women declutter their closets and rediscover their …

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231: Realistic Home Organization Using the Unattainable Triangle Concept 13:15

2M ago13:15

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This episode dives into the concept of the Unattainable Triangle, a marketing framework traditionally used to weigh the top qualities of speed, quality, and cost. Host Joy explores how this concept can be ingeniously applied to home organization, offering a new perspective on managing household tasks. Discover how acknowledging what you can attain …

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Don’t Live by Default—Create the Career You Deserve | #189 18:33

2M ago18:33

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Are you waking up every day feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or just "going through the motions" in your job? In this empowering episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, career transition and business coach Shannon Russell shares a powerful message about what it really means to live by default—and how to break free from it. If you’ve been dream…

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E261: What If Everyone Hates Me? Book Update #3 51:11

2M ago51:11

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What if everyone hates me? What if no one reads my book? No one told me that writing a book came with an existential crisis. Wrestling with how to write the book that moms need, while also showing up fully as myself, and writing words I can stand by for decades to come… this has been a lot more weighty than I expected. I thought I was going to be u…

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230: Embrace Your ADHD "Fish" Brain and Swim with the Ebb and Flow of Real Life 17:49

2M ago17:49

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Welcome to the Joy Loving Home Podcast, hosted by Joy Loving herself. This episode takes a deep dive into the origins of the podcast and Joy's unique perspective on creating a loving home environment. Joy shares her "fish analogy," which challenges the conventional "monkey brain" system of task management, advocating instead for embracing our natur…

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Archaeologist turned Skincare CEO: Michal Morrison Turned Tragedy into a Thriving Beauty Business | #188 32:55

2M ago32:55

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In this inspiring episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, Shannon sits down with Michal Morrison—an archeologist-turned-entrepreneur—who transformed personal adversity into a groundbreaking second act. After surviving a traumatic brain injury, Michal left behind her world-traveling career in archaeology to launch her own science-backed sk…

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Leaving Corporate, Living Free: How Julie Noonan Took Her Business on the Road | #187 43:47

2M ago43:47

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Have you ever dreamed of leaving your 9-5, hitting the road, and building a business on your own terms? In this inspiring episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with executive coach and change management consultant Julie Noonan to explore her bold leap from corporate America to full-time RV living. After a …

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E260: Are You Lazy and Procrastinating or Prioritizing for Later? 17:39

3M ago17:39

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HOT TAKE: I don’t believe people with ADHD are lazy. There is a reason that they don’t want to or can’t do the thing, and when you untangle that obstacle, voila! It’s easier to get things done. How do you know the difference between procrastinating and prioritizing for later? There are some things in life we can’t avoid, so how do you deal with the…

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229: The Indispensability Hack for ADHD: Boost Your Productivity 7:52

3M ago7:52

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Join Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, as she explores an intriguing concept: the indispensability hack. This episode delves into how planning a trip out of town can serve as a surprising yet effective way to boost your productivity. Joy shares her personal experience of how this urgency to leave led her to accomplish more tasks than s…

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How I Wrote My First Book: Behind-the-Scenes of Becoming an Author in My Second Act | #186 22:20

3M ago22:20

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Have you ever dreamed of writing a book but weren’t sure where to start? In this episode of The Second Act Success Career Podcast, host Shannon Russell takes you behind the scenes of her journey to becoming an author! She shares how she went from dreaming about writing to officially publishing her book, Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers,…

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228: improve the Productivity of Your ADHD Brain by Completing Open Loops 10:47

3M ago10:47

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In this episode, we delve into the world of "open loops." These are the unfinished tasks and projects that clutter our minds and digital spaces, weighing us down. Learn how you can start closing these loops and gain clarity and peace. Discover practical techniques for tackling the endless tabs on your devices, the unresolved tasks in your day-to-da…

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From The Office to Italy: How Francesca Montillo Created Her Dream Career | Ep #185 27:10

3M ago27:10

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Have you ever dreamed of leaving your corporate job to follow your creative passion? In this episode of Second Act Success, Shannon Russell sits down with Francesca Montillo, founder of Lazy Italian Culinary Adventures. Francesca shares her incredible journey from a stable career in healthcare management to building a thriving business centered aro…

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E259: Juggling Big Goals and Parenting with ADHD: Book Update #2 21:37

3M ago21:37

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Ditch the quest for Pinterest perfection and actually get stuff done. In this episode, I’m getting real about how my book proposal is going amidst juggling the whirlwind of parenting and work projects. The highs and lows of writing are kicking in already. Do I need to write multiple books because there's just too much to say? Slow your roll, Patric…

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227: A New Way to Look At Your Schedule - Time Exchange 14:36

3M ago14:36

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In this episode, we dive into the intriguing concept of time, especially for those with ADHD who grapple with time blindness. We explore practical strategies to stop procrastination and enhance productivity, making time management a tangible reality. Join me, Joy, as I guide you through a hands-on exercise to visualize your daily hours and encourag…

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226: ADHD Productivity Hack - Make an Overwhelming Space Approachable 15:29

3M ago15:29

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Ever felt overwhelmed by clutter in your space? Join Joy, the unorganized professional organizer, as she introduces the 'approachability hack' - a unique strategy to tackle clutter without succumbing to paralysis. Discover how breaking conventional organizing rules can help you create a more approachable and joyful home environment, even for ADHD b…

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Breaking Barriers in Tech: Kerry Ann King's Journey to Becoming a Founder in Her 50s | Ep #184 34:11

3M ago34:11

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Are you thinking about pivoting into tech or launching your own business later in life? In this episode of Second Act Success, host Shannon Russell sits down with Kerry Ann King, CEO of Eluminate Labs, to discuss her inspiring journey from multiple career transitions to becoming a tech founder in her 50s. Kerry Ann shares how she navigated layoffs,…

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E258: Reset After a Meltdown or Total Shutdown 18:30

3M ago18:30

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When you’re hiding in the bathroom in a puddle of tears on the floor, what do you do next? When you’ve yelled at your family and said things you regret during a grownup temper tantrum and wish you could hide under a rock forever, what do you do next? When the shame and guilt and overwhelm feel like too much to bear, what do you do now? It’s so comm…

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From Corporate Layoff to Business Success: How Kristen Lettini Built Her Fairytale Career | #183 26:57

4M ago26:57

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What if getting let go from your corporate job was actually the best thing that ever happened to you? That’s exactly what happened to Kristen Lettini, host of the Build Your Own Fairytale Podcast, who turned a career setback into the ultimate opportunity to build a thriving business. In this episode #183 of Second Act Success, Kristen shares how sh…

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225: A Decluttering Hack Borrowed from From Financial Advice on Becoming Debt Free 10:23

4M ago10:23

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Welcome to the Joy Loving Home podcast! In this episode, we explore a unique decluttering strategy inspired by financial expert Dave Ramsey's debt snowball method. Discover how you can apply the same principles to turn the chaos in your home into a streamlined, stress-free sanctuary. Join Joy, a professional organizer, as she shares actionable tips…

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E257: I Love You But I Don't Like You: Supporting ADHD Relationships 19:59

4M ago19:59

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You chose this person for a reason. You love them. Aaaaand relationships are complicated. Sometimes you may not LIKE your partner as much as you love them. Adding ADHD in the mix is more than another layer of complexity to your relationship, whether it affects you, your partner, or both. As Valentine's Day approaches, here’s a clip from Successful …

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224: Interview with Dana K. White - We talk Decluttering, Feeling Hopeless in Your Home, & Finding Hope 49:36

4M ago49:36

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dana K. White, the renowned author and decluttering expert behind the popular blog, A Slob Comes Clean. In this episode, we delve into Dana's unique and effective five-step decluttering system that promises only progress without the mess, designed especially for those who truly struggle with maintaining…

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Turn Your Skills Into a Business: Business Brainstorming Strategies | #182 27:49

4M ago27:49

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Have you been wondering if you have what it takes to start a business with your skills and experience? In this special episode of Second Act Success Episode #182, host Shannon Russell shares a replay of her popular Business Brainstorm Masterclass. You'll learn how to plan your exit strategy, discover the right business idea for you, and take the fi…

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223: Aiming for Success: It is Not Too Late to Redefine Your ADHD Friendly Goals in 2025 15:13

4M ago15:13

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As we step into February, many of us may feel deflated as our big plans for 2025 seem to waver. However, this episode offers a beacon of hope with a shift in mindset—from traditional goals to adaptable aims. Borrowing inspiration from Gretchen Rubin, we explore how aiming for a target can bring greater satisfaction, even if the bullseye isn't alway…

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E256: I’m Writing a Book for Moms with ADHD 26:42

4M ago26:42

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I’m writing a book for moms with ADHD. Whoo-hoo! First up, I want your input! What do you wish you had known years ago about having ADHD? What do you wish more people were talking about? Tell me what you want to read about: patriciasung.com/book Are you interested in joining the beta reader team? Fill in the same form and check the beta reader box:…

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Career Assessments Explained: Find Clarity and Launch Your Second Act With YouMap | #181 14:24

4M ago14:24

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Are you ready to leave your 9-to-5 and start a business that's perfectly aligned with who you are? In this episode of Second Act Success Career Podcast, host and career transition/business coach, Shannon Russell dives into the power of the YouMap® assessment—a personalized career tool that helps you discover your strengths, values, skills, and pers…

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Launching a Network and Clothing Line: Cookie Zito’s Inspiring Second Act | Ep 180 33:59

4M ago33:59

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Are you ready to turn your career into your own business and ask yourself, “Why not me?” In this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast Episode #180, host Shannon Russell sits down with media powerhouse and entrepreneur Cookie Zito. Cookie shares her inspiring journey from MTV and Yahoo to launching the Christy Maz Network, a digital hub …

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222: The Benefits of Body Doubling - An Interview with a Joy Loving Home Membership Member 15:18

4M ago15:18

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In this exciting episode of the Joy Loving Home podcast, I break new ground by conducting my first-ever interview! Join me as I chat with Jessica, a dedicated member of our community, who shares her personal journey of growth and transformation. Discover how Jessica stumbled upon the podcast, what inspired her to join our membership, and the profou…

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E255: Emotional regulation — and yelling — as a mom with ADHD from ADHD Aha! Podcast by Understood.org with Laura Key 33:42

5M ago33:42

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Meet my friend Laura, host of the ADHD Aha! Podcast by Understood.org. In this episode, Laura and I chat about managing emotions with ADHD - especially as a mom who yells a lot. Laura shares: Patricia Sung was diagnosed with ADHD in her first year of college. It wasn’t until she became a mother, and other people relied on her, that she realized jus…

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221: Try This Hack if You Struggle with Maintenance and Your Home Keeps Getting Messy 12:17

5M ago12:17

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If you're exhausted from never-ending clutter and routine maintenance, this episode is for you. Join Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, as she shares practical insights on turning a messy home into a manageable home. Discover a new approach to daily maintenance through the innovative 'bail and build' method, which helps you keep up with…

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Mastering Content Strategy for Business Growth: Lindsay Smith’s Journey from Corporate to Creative Entrepreneur | Ep #179 34:05

5M ago34:05

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Are you a creative thinking about going into business for yourself? You'll want to tune in for this episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast, where host Shannon Russell chats with Lindsay Smith, a seasoned copywriter and content strategist, about her inspiring career journey to building her own business. From her beginnings at the Canadian …

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220: A Little Jolt of Joy - The Gift of Nostalgia 8:11

5M ago8:11

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In this episode, we explore the joy and nostalgia of snow days, reminiscing about childhood memories and the excitement of unexpected free days. The episode shares a personal story of growing up in snowy Maryland, highlighting the anticipation and delight of school cancellations due to heavy snow. The host reflects on how snow days can be a nostalg…

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E254: ADHD in Motherhood from the Failing Motherhood Podcast with Danielle Bettman 1:03:25

5M ago1:03:25

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Meet my friend Danielle, host of the Failing Motherhood Podcast. In this episode, Danielle and I chat about the ups and downs of being a mom with ADHD. Danielle shares: "You can't have ADHD! You have a master's degree!" ... and other misconceptions about ADHD. Whether you've been diagnosed, related to the memes, or have a child that's been diagnose…

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219: Kickstart Your New Year with ADHD-Friendly Strategies 10:04

5M ago10:04

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Welcome to the new year! If you're finding yourself struggling with New Year's resolutions and feeling defeated, this episode is for you. Join Joy, a professional organizer and mom of four, as she shares strategies designed specifically for ADHD brains. Discover how to overcome the all-or-nothing attitude and make meaningful progress without relyin…

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3 Steps to Achieve Your Goals and Start a Thriving Business in 2025 | Ep #178 14:08

5M ago14:08

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Ready to truly achieve your biggest goals in 2025? In this episode of Second Act Success, Shannon Russell shares the three essential steps to set yourself up for entrepreneurial success by hitting your goals this year. From creating clear, actionable goals to building your knowledge base and growing your network, Shannon breaks down the process to …

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E253: ADHD Energy Management from ADDA's 2024 TADD Talks 11:32

5M ago11:32

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Every October, ADDA hosts TADD Talks, short podcasts shared by ADHD experts around the world. For this year’s ADHD Awareness Month, I shared about “ADHD Energy Management: End the Cycle of Burnout Crash After Frenetic Productivity.” I’m talking about 3 reasons we spin through the cycle of “getting a million things done with peak efficiency” to the …

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Career Reflection to Business Action: 2025 Success Starts Here | Ep #177 10:41

5M ago10:41

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In this reflective and inspiring episode of the Second Act Success Podcast, host Shannon Russell wraps up 2024 with a heartfelt message of gratitude and encouragement. Whether you’ve already started your second act, are exploring new career options, or are taking the leap into building your own business, this episode is packed with motivation to ce…

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218: Afraid to Fail Again - Better Resolutions for Your ADHD Brain! 13:58

5M ago13:58

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The New Year often brings a surge of pressure to reinvent ourselves, but what if we could channel that energy into realistic, positive change without the usual stress? In this episode, Joy, a professional organizer and mother of four, shares insightful strategies to embrace fresh starts at any time of the year. She discusses the benefits of taking …

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