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Aug. 24, 2023

Christa's Takeaways: Overcoming Fear of Producing Good Social Media C…

In this solo episode, Christa shares personal experiences and tips on how to crush your fears of creating effective content on social media!

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Aug. 17, 2023

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

Marc talks to Christa about AI in podcasting, ADHD, the challenges of creating content as an independent creator, overcoming limiting beliefs, and of course, building your dream gig!

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Aug. 10, 2023

Actor to Entrepreneur Jordan Elizabeth Gelber on Finding Your Purpose…

This episode highlights how an NYC-based actress, 2x entrepreneur and content creator found her bucket list career using her voice and platforms to empower others to create their pathway to success and unabashedly follow their dreams.

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Aug. 3, 2023

Fighting Procrastination in a New Way with Life Coach Christine Meyer

This conversation explores new mindset strategies that enable pivot seekers to break free from procrastination.

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July 27, 2023

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

Insider tips on starting a franchise in this episode along with Jeremy's intriguing journey from banker to multiple franchise owner to consultant, guiding other corporate America "refugees" through the franchise maze!

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June 29, 2023

Ultimate Co-Founder Synergy: Ronit Weinberg's Pivot to Artistic Susta…

Ronit shares how she transferred her skills as a seasoned lifestyle brand executive to creating a children's goods line with quality green materials, timeless design and a purpose to every piece.

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June 22, 2023

Erin Jensen on Leveraging Lessons from Tech and Media to Build a Succ…

This episode explores how Timo & Violet's co-founder drew from an impressive resume to launch a sustainable baby bed and bath goods brand!

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June 15, 2023

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

In her latest "Christa's Takeaways" episode, we explore tackling negative, self-defeating thoughts that can hold us back from making meaningful changes in our career.

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June 8, 2023

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

Danielle shares how she pivoted to fill a massive white space in the bespoke, hand crafted market by creating her own business that draws on her roots in design, art direction and years in the fashion industry.

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June 1, 2023

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

In this episode we get real about Gen X representation in beauty and fashion, motherhood, and overcoming the fear of failure when launching a business!

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May 18, 2023

International Art Appraiser Timothy Gordon on His Path to Purpose

This episode shares a fascinating glimpse into the world of international art appraisal for celebrity estates and hidden treasures after a transition from retail!

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May 11, 2023

Former Padres Player Brian Fryer's Pivot To Online Business

Brian reveals valuable marketing and business advice while sharing how he found his calling as a digital entrepreneur after professional baseball.

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May 4, 2023

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

Get tips from a pioneer in the food board catering business, social media marketing advice, and Shari's overall career pivot wisdom!

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April 27, 2023

Vengo Labs CEO Brian Shimmerlik: Master of Professional Pivots

Brian set out to revolutionize the vending machine industry more than 10 years ago, but his company has since transformed itself. In this episode, he shares his start-up journey from banking and the story behind Shark Tank deal winner Vengo …

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April 20, 2023

Special Episode: BLC at 100!

Christa shares her thoughts on reaching the 100th episode mark, including a "greatest hits" compilation of career pivot wisdom!

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April 6, 2023

Mothers Re-Writing Their Next Chapter: Media Exec Dara Astmann Answer…

Helping mothers seeking clarity, confidence, and purpose in their next step, Dara's narrative speaks to moms returning to the workforce after raising kids, renewing their professional purpose, or embarking on a mid-career transformation!

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March 30, 2023

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

Ria opens up about how she redefined her career success despite no experience in fashion and retail after leading an award-winning digital recruitment brand for a global company in the UK.

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March 23, 2023

Vegan Chef Elyce Jacobson Dishes on Crafting Your Ideal Job

After a start in the corporate world, Elyce shares how she transitioned through numerous stages of her career to become a private chef, educator and vegan consultant!

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March 2, 2023

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

Leila explains how she proved naysayers wrong, thriving as an entrepreneur in an entirely new business landscape, despite lacking experience in restaurant/hospitality.

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Feb. 23, 2023

School Teacher To Social Media Guru: Liz Woods' Path to Promoting Mom…

Liz shares how she developed her social media consulting business and educational membership platform that showcases moms who have faced some of life's hardest challenges and learned from them!

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Feb. 16, 2023

Pro Sports Content Management To Leadership Coaching: Chris Gargano's…

Chris Gargano shares how his work in the world of pro sports gifted him with a deep understanding of the dynamics that create successful teams and leadership structures, sparking a desire to analyze, master and teach others how to lead …

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Feb. 9, 2023

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

This episode tracks a successful Founder's journey from investment banking and investor relations at major NYC firms to crafting her ultimate dream gig - bringing more joy into people's lives through challenging but open level yoga in studios with a …

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Feb. 2, 2023

Bodybuilder & Comedian? Andrew Ginsburg on His Dual Dream Gig

Sometimes career success doesn’t have to be a single pursuit. Sometimes you can combine two unlikely things and have a fulfilling professional purpose!

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Jan. 26, 2023

Christa's Takeaways: Steps to Intentional Career Change After Your 20…

This solo episode piggybacks off last week's enlightening conversation about why New Year's Resolutions fail and steps you can take to continue on a journey to career change!

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