Ready is a Myth

You will never feel ready. David Lamm didn't either. He said yes anyway, FOUR times.David Lamm never set out to be a Jewish school principal. Or camp maintenance director. Or an IT specialist. Or a band leader. On paper, he wasn't qualified for any of it. But every time an unexpected opportunity showed up, he did the one thing most people too scared to do: he said yes before he had it all figured out.In this episode, David shares:How he talked his way into jobs he had no qualifications for, and then deliveredHow to make decisions when the timing feels rightHow he fully replaced his school salary by starting a band...in his sixtiesIf there's a dream you keep putting off because you're "not ready yet," this episode is for you. You're not behind. It's not too late. Say yes before you're ready.Ready to have a conversation about your second chapter? Let's talk: www.career-conversation.com

I know what you're thinking - journalism is a field that is getting squashed by AI...but so is marketing. Is leaving journalism for marketing a wise career move?In this episode, Shoshana Kordova shares her AHA moment: why she NEEDED to leave the world of journalism (hint: it's not AI related), what the natural next step was, and how she ultimately started her own product marketing business, built entirely on work experience and no formal marketing education.Listen to this episode if you want to know:- How to become a journalist- What the life of a journalist REALLY looks like- What product marketing is- The benefits of working as a marketing consultant vs. in houseConnect with Shoshana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shoshana-kordova/Work with Shoshana: https://tinyurl.com/ChatWithShoshanaPick Shoshana's brain: https://calendly.com/shoshanakordova/pick-my-brainReady to have a conversation about your second chapter? Let's talk: www.career-conversation.com

As the daughter of caterers, Yael Kliers swore she'd NEVER start a food business. Years later, she left a successful grant writing career to start Yael's Soups, a boutique food business that provides soups, muffins, and more to busy families, party guests, and team events.I this episode, Yael answers important questions, including:- what it takes to start a food business- how to get kosher certification and confirmation from the Ministry of Health- how to scale without over-investing- figuring out logistics for preparation, delivery, and portions- what it takes to be a grant writer (and why it was hard to leave)Thinking of starting a food business? This episode is for you!Need help finding the second chapter career that's right for YOU? Let's talk -https://calendly.com/sarimholtz/claritycallReady to have a conversation about your second chapter? Let's talk: www.career-conversation.com

Yael Schuster-Davidi's career is a winding (and fascinating!) journey through academia, a stint as a patent attorney, building (and eventually closing) a startup for girls' science education, and landing as a Product Manager at Microsoft. In this episode of Second Chapter Careers, Yael speaks candidly about pursuing your dreams, how your interests and passions can change over time, and why you should ALWAYS follow your dreams.Ready to have a conversation about your second chapter? Let's talk: www.career-conversation.com

Lani Bell was an English Lit major who went to law school in pursuit of a 'real' career. She loved the schooling, but the career was never really quite right.In an unexpected (and fortuitious!) turn of events, Lani was offered to do an ad campaign, which ultimately turned into a joyful (but bumpy) marketing career.In this episode, Lani talks about starting over, not just in her career, but in her life. She discusses:- how law never scratched her creative itch- moving to Israel in the middle of COVID- getting divorced and parenting full time while trying to build a career- starting her own marketing firm, and struggling in the post-October 7 economic downturn- taking a job as a barista as she figured out her next move- working full time while parenting full time, and how she makes it workLani's story is a testament to the power of positivity and the beauty of resilience in the most difficult of circumstances.Find Lani on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanibellmedia/Ready to have a conversation about your second chapter? Let's talk: www.career-conversation.com

David Parry has never been afraid of taking risks. In his mid-30s, as a young lawyer with his own firm, he moved across Australia with 4 young children to accept a job as a judge in a newly formed tribunal. After leaving the tribunal, David served as a judge until reaching the minimum retirement age, when he left his dream job to move to Israel.But moving across the world in your mid-50s poses all sorts of challenges, including difficulties in converting licenses, language issues, and other issues. And so, David chose a new path, and a new, rigorous education - he qualified as a licensed tour guide.Get inspired by David's grit and his uncompromising pursuit of his personal and professional dreams. Learn about what it takes to be a judge - and to be a tour guide, and what skills David was able to transfer from his old path to his new one.Get to know David - https://www.tourwiseisrael.comReady to forge your own new path? Set a free career discovery call - https://calendly.com/sarimholtz/claritycallReady to have a conversation about your second chapter? Let's talk: www.career-conversation.com

Marla Rottenstreich spends her days deep in the world of non-profit operations and marketing. But she finds her greatest joy in the mornings and evenings, when she runs a fitness company for women, helping them develop health, strength, and community in her wide range of exercise classes (she teaches 9 classes every week!).In this amazing story, Marla shares how she draws energy from building, how she uses her ADHD as a superpower to keep things moving, and how building a business is challenging, even when you have an awesome idea.Marla's energy is electric, her passion is apparent, and her path is truly inspiring. PS - sorry the visual format is a bit different, due to technical difficulties we had to record in a different system. Looking for THAT THING that will bring your own professional joy? I can help! Schedule a free clarity call - https://calendly.com/sarimholtz/claritycallReady to have a conversation about your second chapter? Let's talk: www.career-conversation.com

How much can physical therapists REALLY make? Is it possible to balance two careers at once? HOW? Are hi-tech workers the only ones who make real money in Israel? In this thoughtful and meaningful conversation, Aharon Blatman answers these questions (and more!) while explaining how he got into the world of physical therapy, how he found his calling in the world of financial advising, and how he straddles two worlds, balances a family, and finds joy and meaning in everything he does. Need help navigating your own second career passion? Set a free clarity call: https://calendly.com/sarimholtz/claritycallReady to have a conversation about your second chapter? Let's talk: www.career-conversation.com

Ahuva Shore didn’t choose social work out of passion—it was simply the most practical option at the time. Even while earning her degree, she knew it wasn’t where she wanted to stay, but she didn’t yet have a clear alternative.Her career didn’t follow a straight line. She worked as a social worker, moved into hi-tech, returned to social work, and then pivoted back again—each step building new skills and perspective. Along the way, she developed a side hustle that eventually brought everything together, combining her passion with the business skills she picked up throughout her journey.In this episode of Second Chapter Careers, we cover:The value of having a degree—and a safety netHow to use your job to build skills for something biggerWhy paying attention to what excites you matters more than you thinkWhat it really takes to become an event planner and entrepreneurLooking for clarity in your own career path?Book a free call: https://calendly.com/sarimholtz/claritycallReady to have a conversation about your second chapter? Let's talk: www.career-conversation.com

Afraid of being bored during retirement? It's a common problem...but there is a solution: find something you love to do, and turn it into a business. After over 25 years as a music and pre-school teacher, Jill Rosalimsky did just that, finding joy in building a resin empire, complete with workshops, an active social media presence, and selling her creations in local stores and fairs.In this episode, Jill outlines how she started a business (unexpectedly!) in her retirement years. How she finds joy in her new hobby and business, and how she is embracing the learning curve of it all. She shares the challenges of divorce, moving, starting a master's at 48 and her surprise when her new degree didn't lead to the job she imagined for herself.Jill shares how she teaches herself about resin art, running a business, and mastering social media, while most people her age are out playing mah jongg. If you're afraid of retirement, it's time to reframe, get inspired, and find your next chapter. Need help? Let's talk - https://calendly.com/sarimholtz/claritycallCheck out Jill's gorgeous art on Tiktok and Instagram @ThejillstaceycollectionFollow her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/jill.smulevitzReady to have a conversation about your second chapter? Let's talk: www.career-conversation.com