Introduction: Today, we're revisiting a conversation with Shelley Paxton, who first joined us three years ago in 2020 to share her transformative journey from corporate executive to Chief Soul Officer of her own life. Shelley's story of leaving her role as Chief Marketing Officer of Harley Davidson to embark on a "Soulbatical" inspired many of our listeners. Now, we're catching up with Shelley to see how her journey has evolved and what new insights she has to share. About Our Guest: Shelley Paxton, author of "Soulbatical: A Corporate Rebel's Guide to Finding Your Best Life," has continued to ..read more

About Our Guest: Shelley Paxton, the former Chief Marketing Officer of Harley Davidson, embarked on a journey that transformed her life and career. After years of climbing the corporate ladder, Shelley realized she was living someone else's dream. This realization led her to take a bold step away from her corporate career to find her true calling. Today, Shelley is an entrepreneur, author, and the Chief Soul Officer of her life, on a mission to liberate a billion souls. In This Episode: The Spark Sessions: Jen shares the origin story of the podcast and its mission to inspire women to rediscov ..read more

Episode Synopsis: Welcome to a very special episode of the Spark Your Power podcast, where we celebrate Leap Day 2024 by diving into the transformative stories of women who dared to leap towards their dreams. Host Jen Spainhour brings together a panel of remarkable women, each sharing their unique journey of embracing change, overcoming challenges, and pursuing work that fills their lives with joy, purpose, and fulfillment. These stories are not just about career changes; they're about life changes. They remind us that it's never too late to step into a life that truly lights you up. So, wheth ..read more

Podcast Show Notes: Spark Your Power with Candice Episode Synopsis: In this enlightening episode of Spark Your Power, host Jen Spainhour sits down with the multifaceted Candice, a branding strategist and serial entrepreneur with a rich history of career pivots that blend creativity, technology, and business acumen. Candice shares her journey from working in corporate giants like Gap Incorporated and Walt Disney Company to embracing entrepreneurship with her ventures, Wishcraft Workshop and Smitten Creative. Through her story, listeners gain insights into the power of listening, the courage to ..read more

Podcast Episode Synopsis: Cookies with Tiffany In this episode of the Spark Your Power podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Tiffany Lewis, the Chief Cookie Officer of Cookies with Tiffany. Tiffany shares her inspiring journey of leaving her corporate marketing job to pursue her passion for baking and starting her own cookie business. Tiffany's love for cookies started when she moved to Columbus, Ohio and began baking cookies to bring to work. She realized the power of food in bringing people together and creating a sense of community. This experience sparked her desire to pursue a caree ..read more

About Shirley Chock: Shirley Chock, known as "The Stressbender," is a Tai Chi expert and owner of Aiping Tai Chi. With a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Chicago, she combines her financial acumen with her mastery of Tai Chi. She is the former U.S. Women’s National Champion for Tai Chi as well as the former Working Mother Magazine’s Working Mother of the Year. Shirley's career in finance flourished as she discovered that Tai Chi was her secret weapon in managing workplace stress and achieving success in senior leadership positions. Taking over Aiping Tai Chi in 2017, she h ..read more

Episode Overview: In this enlightening episode, Jen Spainhour sits down with Brenda Meller, a LinkedIn expert and branding enthusiast, to discuss the intricacies of personal branding, the power of LinkedIn, and the journey of self-discovery and success.   Key Takeaways: The Power of LinkedIn: Brenda dives deep into the potential of LinkedIn as a platform for personal branding, networking, and business growth. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and engagement. Personal Branding Insights: Brenda shares her journey of self-discovery, emphasizing the significance of personal br ..read more

Episode Title: Reframe Your Thoughts for Better Results Summary: In this episode of "Spark Your Power: Ignite Career Success, Purpose, and Joy," we delve into the transformative power of reframing your thoughts to achieve better outcomes, enhance happiness, and nurture stronger relationships. Your host, Jen Spainhour, a seasoned career empowerment coach for women leaders, shares invaluable insights on the pivotal role of self-awareness in shaping your life. Key Takeaways: The Power of Self-Awareness: Understand how self-awareness is the cornerstone of personal growth and success. Recognizing ..read more

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After 25 years in the corporate world, and having transitions between industries a few times, this discussion uncovers important lessons from Ellen that will help you navigate your own career: Transitioning industries Understanding yourself deeper - your values, strengths, desires Getting the right team in place to help me learn Meet with all stakeholders with 5 key questions   Getting more effective feedback by asking a better question From “How do you think I’m doing” (= “fine”) To: “what’s the one thing I could do better the next time I’m doing xyz”   M ..read more