137 Later in Life: Career Shift Dilemmas with Jacyln Schoknecht
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Connect Inspire Create
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In today’s episode I'll be chatting with Jacyln Schoknect and her story of becoming a first time entrepreneur at 52, her passion about environmental issues and what she has created in the fashion industry.
Jaclyn Schoknecht has worn many hats in her professional life. A former Los Angeles entertainment attorney, Jaclyn went on to produce film and television projects including two independent documentary films. At the age of 52, Jaclyn decided to take the plunge and start the sustainable women's loungewear company she'd long dreamed of. Dessous Loungewear is for women seeking clothing that's chic, comfortable, timeless and easy on the Earth.
Touching on:
- the pros and cons of making a major career change later in life
- sustainability in the fashion industry
- the inspiration behind creating caftans
- hurdles in designing sustainable clothing
Find out more about Dessous Loungewear HERE
And connect with Jacyln on social
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaclynschoknecht/
https://www.instagram.com/dessousloungewear/
I am your host Carol Clegg. In my role as a coach, I partner with women solopreneurs in midlife to conquer procrastination, attain balance in their business endeavors, and nurture a positive mindset. By blending personalized accountability and mindset coaching with the powerful Positive Intelligence program, you'll gain the confidence to harness tools that elevate your overall happiness.
Feel free to reach out with any inquiries you may have. I'm here to support you on your journey.
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