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Listen "38. Embracing Career Change, Building a Personal Brand as an Author, and Sharing Your Story with Olivia Zugay"
Episode Synopsis
Have you ever wondered if you’re on the right career path or felt like your journey has been anything but linear?
Today’s guest, Olivia Zugay, founder of StoryFlow Solutions, is here to remind you that the zigzag path is often the one that leads to success. In this episode, Olivia shares how she embraced her winding career journey—moving from animal sciences to publishing—and overcame imposter syndrome to build a thriving business.
We talk about why it’s okay (and often necessary) to take unconventional paths, how to build a personal brand that reflects your authentic self, and the importance of sharing your story to connect with others. Whether you’re building a business, pivoting careers, or just figuring out your next steps, this conversation will inspire you to own your journey and trust that every experience has value.
Plus, don’t miss our rapid-fire round where Olivia shares her current obsessions—including cozy fall routines and her favorite ways to wind down after a busy day!
Connect with Olivia:
storyflowsolutions.comInstagram: @storyflowsolutionsDownload her guide to choosing the right publishing path
Current Obsessions:
Practical Magic Series - Olivia’s current fall reading obsession, a fiction series full of magical realism by Alice Hoffman. Start with The Rules of Magic (prequel) or Practical Magic itself.
The Library Book by Susan Orlean – A nonfiction book about the 1986 fire that destroyed the Los Angeles Public Library and the broader history of libraries in America.
Color Me Happy App – A digital paint-by-number app that Olivia uses to relax during cozy evenings.
Darling Desi on YouTube – Olivia recommends this channel for fall starter packs and cozy content, including movie and book recommendations for the autumn season.
Connect with Teresa:
@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod
Did we just become best friends?
Schedule a 15-minute virtual meet-up to shed 3 “shoulds” from your mental load!
Get my FREE email-mini series to BECOMING OBSESSED with your life!
Today’s guest, Olivia Zugay, founder of StoryFlow Solutions, is here to remind you that the zigzag path is often the one that leads to success. In this episode, Olivia shares how she embraced her winding career journey—moving from animal sciences to publishing—and overcame imposter syndrome to build a thriving business.
We talk about why it’s okay (and often necessary) to take unconventional paths, how to build a personal brand that reflects your authentic self, and the importance of sharing your story to connect with others. Whether you’re building a business, pivoting careers, or just figuring out your next steps, this conversation will inspire you to own your journey and trust that every experience has value.
Plus, don’t miss our rapid-fire round where Olivia shares her current obsessions—including cozy fall routines and her favorite ways to wind down after a busy day!
Connect with Olivia:
storyflowsolutions.comInstagram: @storyflowsolutionsDownload her guide to choosing the right publishing path
Current Obsessions:
Practical Magic Series - Olivia’s current fall reading obsession, a fiction series full of magical realism by Alice Hoffman. Start with The Rules of Magic (prequel) or Practical Magic itself.
The Library Book by Susan Orlean – A nonfiction book about the 1986 fire that destroyed the Los Angeles Public Library and the broader history of libraries in America.
Color Me Happy App – A digital paint-by-number app that Olivia uses to relax during cozy evenings.
Darling Desi on YouTube – Olivia recommends this channel for fall starter packs and cozy content, including movie and book recommendations for the autumn season.
Connect with Teresa:
@teresaajean | @becomingobsessedpod
Did we just become best friends?
Schedule a 15-minute virtual meet-up to shed 3 “shoulds” from your mental load!
Get my FREE email-mini series to BECOMING OBSESSED with your life!
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