Career Change: Finding Success at Any Age with Courtney McMahon

episode 7

Have you ever felt stuck in your career? Wondered if you’re “too old” or if it’s “too late” to start over? Maybe you’ve been playing it safe, waiting for the perfect moment to chase that thing that’s been calling you.

Today’s guest, Courtney McMahon, knows EXACTLY how you feel because she’s been there. After 18 years behind the chair as a hairstylist, she made a bold decision to leave it all behind and start fresh in real estate—at 42 years old. Now, she’s a powerhouse agent, helping others navigate massive life transitions and showing us all that change isn’t just possible… it’s necessary.

In this episode, we get brutally honest about:
✅ The mindset shift that makes career pivots easier (no, you’re not crazy for wanting more)
✅ The #1 mistake people make when trying to reinvent themselves
✅ How to overcome self-doubt and take action when you have zero confidence
✅ The messy reality of big life changes—and why that’s a good thing
✅ Why you need to stop obsessing over the "how" and start focusing on THIS instead
✅ What to do if your family or friends don’t support your next move

💡 "It’s not all or nothing. It’s all or SOMETHING." – Courtney McMahon

This conversation will light a fire under you, especially if you’ve been sitting on the fence about making a change in your life.

Today’s guest, Courtney McMahon, knows EXACTLY how you feel because she’s been there. After 18 years behind the chair as a hairstylist, she made a bold decision to leave it all behind and start fresh in real estate—at 42 years old. Now, she’s a powerhouse agent, helping others navigate massive life transitions and showing us all that change isn’t just possible… it’s necessary.

episode NOTES

Have you ever felt stuck in your career? Wondered if you’re “too old” or if it’s “too late” to start over? Maybe you’ve been playing it safe, waiting for the perfect moment to chase that thing that’s been calling you.

Today’s guest, Courtney McMahon, knows EXACTLY how you feel because she’s been there. After 18 years behind the chair as a hairstylist, she made a bold decision to leave it all behind and start fresh in real estate—at 42 years old. Now, she’s a powerhouse agent, helping others navigate massive life transitions and showing us all that change isn’t just possible… it’s necessary.

In this episode, we get brutally honest about:
✅ The mindset shift that makes career pivots easier (no, you’re not crazy for wanting more)
✅ The #1 mistake people make when trying to reinvent themselves
✅ How to overcome self-doubt and take action when you have zero confidence
✅ The messy reality of big life changes—and why that’s a good thing
✅ Why you need to stop obsessing over the "how" and start focusing on THIS instead
✅ What to do if your family or friends don’t support your next move

💡 "It’s not all or nothing. It’s all or SOMETHING." – Courtney McMahon

This conversation will light a fire under you, especially if you’ve been sitting on the fence about making a change in your life.

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Hi, I’m Sarah Crews—a hairstylist with 30 years of experience, starting from a small-town beauty shop in rural Kentucky to becoming a partner in a luxury Nashville salon and a national educator for one of the world’s top professional hair care brands. Along the way, I’ve traveled, built lifelong connections, and collaborated with leading industry media sources to create content, educational materials, and even style for New York Fashion Week.

Now, as the host of The Lessons From Your Hairstylist Podcast, I’m bringing my passion for transformation beyond the salon chair. Whether it's hair, life, or career changes, I believe small steps can lead to big results. Join me each week as we explore practical ways to overcome obstacles and chat with beauty, health, and wellness experts to inspire meaningful change in our lives.

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Meet Sarah

Hi, I’m Sarah Crews—a hairstylist with 30 years of experience, starting from a small-town beauty shop in rural Kentucky to becoming a partner in a luxury Nashville salon and a national educator for one of the world’s top professional hair care brands. Along the way, I’ve traveled, built lifelong connections, and collaborated with leading industry media sources to create content, educational materials, and even style for New York Fashion Week.

Now, as the host of The Lessons From Your Hairstylist Podcast, I’m bringing my passion for transformation beyond the salon chair. Whether it's hair, life, or career changes, I believe small steps can lead to big results. Join me each week as we explore practical ways to overcome obstacles and chat with beauty, health, and wellness experts to inspire meaningful change in our lives.

Hey there!

Meet Sarah