Redefining Success at 40: Business, Identity & Resilience with Kerri-Ann

Redefining Success at 40: Business, Identity & Resilience with Kerri-Ann | Ep 188

In this powerful episode, Christine sits down with Kerri-Ann to explore the evolving identity of women stepping into entrepreneurship — especially after raising children or navigating corporate careers.
Kerri-Ann shares her inspiring journey of launching a business at 40, the mindset shifts required to make it work, and how she built a bold personal brand (hello, orange suit!) that stands out in a crowded market.

They dive into:
✨ What it’s really like to go from full-time mum to full-time entrepreneur
✨ The emotional shifts that come when your kids need you less
✨ Navigating business curveballs — including a builder’s bankruptcy and COVID challenges
✨ The power of personal branding and showing up consistently
✨ Financial foundations every businesswoman should have in place
Whether you’re in transition, ready to start something new, or building your next chapter — this episode is filled with wisdom, honesty, and encouragement.
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ABOUT OUR GUEST, Kerri-Ann
I’m a study in contrasts. I’m first on the floor for an Abba song, love TV costume dramas, can eat chocolate for days.

At 40, as a mum of two who was nailing, but not in love with, a sales career,
I wanted more freedom and to make more impact.

So in 2011 Carnelian Projects was born. What sets me apart is I don’t deal in older homes. Strictly new builds. I also specialise in forensically checking build contracts with an honest eye. Your New Build Wing Woman!

CONNECT HERE:
https://www.carnelianprojects.com.au/
https://www.instagram.com/carnelianprojects/

About your host, Christine

Transition and Lifestyle Coach, Host of The Corporate Escapists TV Show & Podcast, Speaker & Educator. In a past life, I was a corporate queen, earning the big bucks & working my way up that ladder. From the outside, I had it all, but I felt completely dead inside. It wasn’t until I hit rock bottom that I really discovered what was missing from my life. I realised I had no idea who I was.

What lit me up. What was setting my soul on fire? What was my passion in life? But after years of doing the inner work, I have rebuilt my life and now I want to help you do the same.

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