In this inspiring episode of the Second Act Success Career Podcast , host Shannon Russell sits down with Sunny Sun, a first-generation immigrant from China turned entrepreneur and nonprofit founder. Sunny shares her remarkable journey from moving to the United States for college to leaving a fast-paced corporate finance career as an accountant in Manhattan to start her own STEM-based education business with Snapology in New Jersey. Sunny opens up about cultural transitions, embracing motherhood, building a business from the ground up, and the mindset shift from employee to entrepreneur. She also dives into how she found purpose in her second act as a ski instructor and founder of the nonprofit Winter Passion, dedicated to making winter sports more accessible. Whether you're exploring a career pivot, considering starting a business, or just need a boost of motivation, Sunny’s story is a must-listen. Key Takeaways: How to transition careers as a first-generation immigrant Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship Why franchising can be a great first step in business ownership Overcoming fear and cultural barriers to become a confident entrepreneur Tips for women starting a business after corporate life SHOW NOTES: https://secondactsuccess.co/198 Connect with Sunny Sun: http://summit.snapology.com/ winterpassion.org ---------------------------------------------------------- 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,...
