Ready to trade burnout for a life that actually fits? In this empowering episode , Shannon Russell talks with Dani Cee, a former Chief Marketing Officer who walked away from a 20-year corporate career to launch the Happy Life Agenda and work as an empowerment consultant. Dani shares the moment she knew the 9–5 was costing her everything , how journaling, faith, and clarity guided her exit, and the simple pillars she now uses to help women design a happier second-act career. If you’re a working mom craving work–life balance, purpose, and flexibility, this conversation is your roadmap to a smart, values-aligned career change. Key Takeaways: Career Change After Burnout: Why Dani left a high-pressure marketing leadership/CMO role to become an entrepreneur. Happy Life Agenda Framework: The four pillars—openness, clarity, connection, purpose—for designing a life and business you love. Practical Exit Steps: How journaling, devotion/meditation, and networking coffee chats created clarity before resigning. Working Mom Priorities: Building a business that supports family time, presence, and flexibility (without losing income goals). Avoid the Shiny-Object Trap: Validate ideas so you don’t recreate the same misery in a new job or business. Faith & Mindset: Using stillness to make bold decisions—and allowing space for the grief that can follow a big career pivot. What’s Next: Local workshops and events with built-in childcare so moms can learn, connect, and grow. SHOW NOTES: https://secondactsuccess.co/223 Connect with Dani Cee: https://happylifeagenda.com/ https://happylifeagenda.com/podcasts/ https://www.instagram.com/happylifeagenda/ ----------- Tell us what you think and what you want to hear on the podcast! You are listening to the Top 2% globally ranked podcast Second Act Success! CONTACT Shannon and share your feedback about what you'd like to hear on the podcast! https://secondactsuccess.co/contact Book a FREE Strategy Call with host and business coach Shannon Russell - https://www.calendly.com/second-act-success/coaching-strategy Work with Shannon https://secondactsuccess.co/coaching FREE Resources https://secondactsuccess.co/resources READ Shannon's Book - Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers, Launch a Business, and Create Your Best Life https://startyoursecondact.com . LISTEN to the How To Quit Your Job and Start A Business Podcast! https://secondactsuccess.co/listen LET’S CONNECT! Instagram - https://instagram.com/secondactsuccess LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonrussellcoach *Want to be a guest on Second Act Success Podcast? Send Shannon Russell a message on PodMatch,...
