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The Business of Good
You care about making an impact—and building a business that actually pays you well for it. The Business of Good is the top podcast for entrepreneurs, coaches, and course creators who want to grow a profitable online business rooted in purpose, not pressure. Hosted by award-winning strategist and former nonprofit leader Jan Ditchfield, each episode delivers ethical sales training, sustainable business strategies, and clear, actionable marketing advice designed to help you attract aligned clients, increase your revenue, and grow with confidence. Whether you’re building a mission-driven brand, launching digital offers, or leading a values-based business, this show will help you sell with integrity, scale without burnout, and finally step into the impact-driven success you’ve been working toward.
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#186: Starting a Business After Your Corporate Career - My Second Act Story
Have you ever wondered how to turn your career into a business so you can pursue your second act professionally?
I was honoured to be a guest on my good friend's podcast, Shannon Russell of Second Act Success where she invite me to share my own story of leaving my career and starting my own business.
We had such a rich conversation, that I wanted to share it here to help you as you're navigating your own second act success story.
Can you start a business in your 40s and see success? Damn right you can!
Show Notes from Episode #87 of Second Act Success with Shannon Russell...
Ready to get real about how to grow your business? Meet professional fundraiser turned revenue coach and business educator Jan Ditchfield. Jan Ditchfield is on a mission to help real-world business owners and subject matter experts make more money online without losing their money or their minds in the process. Jan sits down with Shannon to discuss her second act success journey and how she managed to pivot to a new career on her own terms.
Jan is also the straight-talking host of the No BS Business School podcast. She decided to follow her dream of being her own boss after a 20-year career as an award-winning fundraising pro. Even with a toddler hanging around under her desk, she managed to build a 6-figure business during the pandemic lockdowns.
Nowadays, Jan shares her knowledge with other experts to help them scale the online side of their business in a way that’s tailored to their unique needs, instead of just following generic trends or advice using the power of relationship marketing. Dive into the full interview with Jan Ditchfield to learn how you can implement Jan’s tips to grow your business too. It’s all on Episode #87 of the Second Act Success Career Podcast.
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