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This podcast is for moms with an empty nest on the horizon who are reclaiming & redefining their identity outside of motherhood, which might include a job search. On this show we’ll have raw conversations about our ever-changing roles as moms, hear from women who restarted their careers, and share tactical tips for a successful job search after a career break.
Episodes
77 episodes
77. Emotional Resilience Isn’t a Myth (It’s Neuroscience) with Guest Alexandra Clifton
Christina welcomes holistic wellness coach Alexandra Clifton to explore how busy individuals can break free from chronic stress and overwhelm with simple, sustainable lifestyle changes. Alexandra shares her journey from psychology studie...
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76. My Favorite April Fools Story: A Disrupted Day with a Perfect Ending
A chance encounter on the ski slopes of Winter Park on April Fool's Day 1995 led to meeting my husband in the most unexpected way possible.• Brief encounter with a skilled skier who complimented my skiing ability by calling me "Susie Ch...
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75. Unlock Financial Freedom: Change Your Mindset... with Guest Christiane David
Christiane David, personal finance coach and co-founder of Green Wealth Legacy, shares how changing your money mindset can transform your financial reality and create genuine financial intimacy.• Financial coaching differs from financia...
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74. Podcasthon: Empowering Women, One Outfit at a Time. Guest Jennifer Waines, Dress for Success
This special episode features Jennifer Waines, Operations Manager at Dress for Success Denver, as part of the global Podcasthon movement highlighting nonprofits worldwide during the third week of March. Dress for Success be...
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73. "If I knew then what I know now" - ChatGPT interviews me about career advice
This week, I’m doing something a little different—I let ChatGPT interview me! The topic: “If I Knew Then What I Know Now”—advice career returners and career changers wish they had known earlier.In this unique episode, I h...
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72. 2 Years Out: What I Thought, What Really Happened, and What I’ve Learned
Big life changes always come with their fair share of surprises, and my leap from corporate to full-time coaching was no exception. As I hit the two-year mark, I’m taking a look back at what I thought would happen, what actually
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71. Rediscovering Your Career: Women, Midlife, & Meaningful Work With Guest Jackie Brown
Have you ever felt like your career path is leading you away from success and into confusion? In today’s episode, we dive deep into the transformative journey many women experience as they navigate the complexities of midlife career changes. Jo...
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70. From Burnout to Breakthrough: Cathleen Mohr’s Journey to Healing and Self-Discovery
Embracing life after motherhood can lead to profound self-discovery and personal transformation. Guest Cathleen Mohr shares her journey from a high-stress corporate career to becoming a family constellations facilitator, emphasizing...
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69. Returning to Work? These Women Did It - And So Can You!
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...
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68. Empowering Midlife Transformation: Carin Luna-Ostaseski’s Journey from Entrepreneur to Menopause Advocate
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 advocac...
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67. Career Pivots & Entrepreneurship: Guest Lisa Klein’s Career Reinvention
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 evolut...
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66. Navigating Midlife Career Transitions with Confidence, featuring Guest Kathryn Sandford
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 profession...
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65. The Power of Coaching, with Guest Shari Biery
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 ...
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64. January Declutter: Transform Your Space and Mindset with Guest Melina Kane
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 ...
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63. Why 'Awaken' Is My Word for 2025 (And How to Pick Yours)
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 ...
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62. Embracing Change and Confidence in Mid Life with Guest Shari Biery, Author of "It's Your Turn".
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 o...
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61. This Holiday Secret Can Open Career Doors
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 awkwar...
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60. The Magic of Now: Finding Luxury in Daily Life
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 li...
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59. Deep Gratitude: What the Garden Teaches About Thanksgiving
Gratitude isn't just a Thanksgiving ritual; it's a transformative power that enriches our lives every day. Imagine if we truly recognized the effort behind every bite on our Thanksgiving table. From my personal journey as a gardener, I've learn...
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58. Revisiting Gratitude
Rediscover your career confidence and transform your perspective with our latest episode, where personal growth meets professional development. We'll equip you with essential strategies to tackle career gaps, unlock the mysteries of the Applica...
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57. Embracing Change, One Season at a Time
In this episode, we dive into the beauty and challenges of life’s changing seasons, from weather to family transitions. Inspired by the first snowstorm of the year, I reflect on how each season brings something new and often unexpected. Just...
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56. Two Dogs, One Bathrobe, and a Lesson in Showing Up
In this episode, we dive into a story about an unexpected act of help that led to a happy ending, highlighting how our perceived limitations can actually make us uniquely capable of making a difference. I share a personal experience involving m...
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55. Celebrating a Year of Podcasting: Overcoming Fears and Pursuing Dreams
Launching a podcast was a dream I wasn't sure I’d ever actually pursue. As I transitioned from a corporate career into the world of podcasting and coaching, I found myself taking a leap into the unknown. On this special anniversary episode of H...
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54. LinkedIn Basics for Job Seekers: Profile Tips and Networking Strategies
In this episode, I explain why LinkedIn is one of the most powerful tools for networking and job searching, whether you’re a stay-at-home mom or a mid-career professional who hasn’t actively networked in years. If you didn’t start networking ye...
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53. "ADHD is Awesome" Book: Surprising Insights
In honor of ADHD Awareness Month in October, I took the time to listen to "ADHD is Awesome" by Penn and Kim Holderness. One of my kids was diagnosed not too long ago, and being a fan of the Holderness Family, I knew their book would be both ent...
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