Julie Danis
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Julie Danis is not just a former marketing executive but also a writer, storyteller, and an advocate for creative exploration. In this episode, Julie shares her diverse career journey, her transitions, and how she has embraced her third act with a vibrant mix of creativity, resilience, and openness to new experiences.
Show Notes:
[00:00:00] Introduction to the podcast and sponsorship note from Good Morning Freedom.
[00:01:00] Julie Danis’s introduction and career background.
[00:02:00] Julie shares insights from her solo show, "Life's Too Short and So Am I," and her ongoing journey in exploring different identities and careers.
[00:04:00] Deep dive into Julie’s major career shifts from marketing and advertising to storytelling and writing.
[00:06:00] Memorable moments from her career, including global insights and the intricacies of market research.
[00:10:00] Transition from corporate roles to creative pursuits, including her stint at Second City and writing for the Chicago Tribune.
[00:14:00] Discussion on the 2010 layoff and attending the More Magazine reinvention conference
[00:16:00] The role of reinvention in Julie’s life and career, influenced by coaching and self-discovery.
[00:18:00] Exploration of the documentary film writing process and its impact on Julie’s career trajectory.
[00:20:00] Reflections on navigating freelance work
[00:22:00] Current projects, including live storytelling and ongoing writing efforts.
[00:24:00] Julie’s honorary role as the council general of Liechtenstein in Chicago.
[00:28:00] Final thoughts and advice for listeners approaching retirement and looking to reinvent their third act.
This podcast is sponsored by Good Morning Freedom, my retirement coaching firm. I help executives and professionals plan the non-financial part of their retirement, like how to discover new purpose and how you want to spend your time. I offer a 1:1 coaching retirement blueprint package where we work together to discover some new avenues of exploration for your Act Three. This coaching is completely custom and will provide you with a ton of resources and support as you transition to this new stage of life. For all the details, please go to goodmorningfreedom.com/services.
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