Ted Kopecko shares his journey of transformation from a successful architect to an entrepreneur and author. His book, Finding Joy – The Journey of You, discusses the importance of finding joy in life through four pillars and how aligning them can lead to a fulfilling life. He looks at the changing landscape of work and the need for a mindset shift in today's world. Ted also emphasizes the significance of being proactive rather than being reactive to life's circumstances.

Chip Scholz's inspiring reinvention journey includes a layoff, a move cross country, multiple career pivots and a stroke. Yet, he survived and thrived. Chip was a lobbyist who later became a nationally recognized speaker and 6-time author. One of his books, Small Decisions, Big Shifts, shows us how small decisions and a curious mindset can lead to big shifts and a new normal. At his company, Scholz and Associates, he makes businesses stronger through executive coaching. But his new and true love is woodturning.

In today’s fast-paced world, many people find themselves stuck in jobs that no longer fulfill them. This was the case for Lovlee Tang. She shares her inspiring pivot from the traditional 9-to-5 to becoming the founder and CEO of Lovlee Art Studios. She shares the pivotal moments that led her to entrepreneurship and emphasizes that reinvention is a continuous process, filled with ups and downs and highlights the importance of blooming where you’re planted.

Nydia Gooden shares her journey from a successful career in finance to becoming a teacher. She reflects on her experiences in corporate America, the challenges she faced as a minority and her realization that her true calling lies in teaching. Nydia shares the challenges she faced during her reinvention, including emotional struggles and the importance of family support. She encourages us to listen to our inner voice and not let perfection hinder our progress.

Melissa McCann-Tilton shares her insights on the evolution of sales, the future of work and how AI is transforming HR and its hiring practices. She also discusses her personal reinvention, the importance of transferable skills and how to navigate the disruptive changes ahead.

In my first podcast episode we talk about Angel’s nontraditional career journey across sports, media, faith and the nonprofit world, along with a few side hustles along the way. It’s not the clean, linear trajectory. It reflects the reality many professionals live: creating value across multiple spaces by continuously adapting and evolving.

Monique Addison-Stinson shares her journey from corporate America to embracing her calling as a Christian business coach. She outlines the challenges faced by women over 40, especially Black women and practical steps to pivot and create a fulfilling new normal. You’ll gain insights on identifying your gifts, overcoming internal barriers and building a business that’s aligned with your calling.

James Andrews shares his journey of reinvention across multiple industries, the importance of skills and intuition in navigating change. He shares insights on the changing landscape of work, the value of non-traditional education paths and the necessity of adapting to new rules of work in the AI era. He also gives practical insights on building your ‘getaway vehicle’ and embracing your new normal.