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In this inspiring episode of The Terri Cole Show, iconic journalist and former Good Morning America host Joan Lunden sits down to discuss her brand-new memoir, Life Beyond the Script. Joan reveals the "radical" moments that defined her career—from becoming Sacramento’s first weather girl with zero experience to being the first woman to bring a baby on set and advocate for breastfeeding on national television.
In this interview, you’ll discover:
✨The Power of "Yes": Why saying yes to opportunities before you feel "ready" is the secret to greatness.
✨Breaking the Glass Ceiling: How Joan navigated a male-dominated industry in the 70s and 80s.
✨Working Motherhood: The behind-the-scenes story of the press conference that changed corporate culture for moms everywhere.
✨Resilience & Advocacy: Joan’s journey through career shifts, health battles, and her tireless work in Washington for family leave and women’s health.
Whether you're navigating a career pivot or looking for the courage to "go faster than the crowd," Joan’s story is a masterclass in audacity and grace.
Find Joan at:
joanlunden.com
instagram.com/therealjoanlunden
📚 Get my books:
Boundary Boss Book: amzn.to/44DZID9
The Boundary Boss Workbook: amzn.to/3Ra7CRU
Too Much: A Guide to Breaking the Cycle of High-Functioning Codependency: hfcbook.com
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Time Stamps
0:00 - Introduction
3:00 - Early Life and Academic Drive
6:59 - College and Early Career Discovery
9:33 - Sacramento Television Career Growth
15:32 - New York Transition and Challenges
16:16 - Good Morning America Opportunity
19:49 - Pregnancy and Career Milestone
26:57 - Cultural Impact and Public Response
27:29 - Writing Career and New Memoir
31:44 - Advocacy Work Motivation
33:31 - Leaving Good Morning America
38:27 - Book Writing Philosophy and Honesty
39:37 - Boundary Struggles and Solutions
41:32 - Conclusion
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About Terri Cole
Terri Cole is a licensed psychotherapist, global relationship and empowerment expert, and the author of Boundary Boss-The Essential Guide to Talk True, Be Seen and (Finally) Live Free, The Boundary Boss Workbook, and Too Much: A Guide to Breaking the Cycle of High-Functioning Codependency.
For over two decades, Terri has worked with a diverse group of clients that includes everyone from stay-at-home moms to celebrities and Fortune 500 CEOs.
She has a gift for making complex psychological concepts accessible and actionable so that clients and students achieve sustainable change. She inspires over a million people weekly through her blog, social media platform, signature courses, and her popular podcast, The Terri Cole Show. For more, see terricole.com
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🔑 Ready to build healthier relationships? Join: terricole.com/tcm
🌸 Up-level your impact and achieve your goals: terricole.com/flourish
📚 Boundary Boss Book: boundarybossbook.com
📚 Too Much Book: hfcbook.com
In this inspiring episode of The Terri Cole Show, iconic journalist and former Good Morning America host Joan Lunden sits down to discuss her brand-new memoir, Life Beyond the Script. Joan reveals the "radical" moments that defined her career—from becoming Sacramento’s first weather girl with zero experience to being the first woman to bring a baby on set and advocate for breastfeeding on national television.
In this interview, you’ll discover:
✨The Power of "Yes": Why saying yes to opportunities before you feel "ready" is the secret to greatness.
✨Breaking the Glass Ceiling: How Joan navigated a male-dominated industry in the 70s and 80s.
✨Working Motherhood: The behind-the-scenes story of the press conference that changed corporate culture for moms everywhere.
✨Resilience & Advocacy: Joan’s journey through career shifts, health battles, and her tireless work in Washington for family leave and women’s health.
Whether you're navigating a career pivot or looking for the courage to "go faster than the crowd," Joan’s story is a masterclass in audacity and grace.
Find Joan at:
joanlunden.com
instagram.com/therealjoanlunden
📚 Get my books:
Boundary Boss Book: amzn.to/44DZID9
The Boundary Boss Workbook: amzn.to/3Ra7CRU
Too Much: A Guide to Breaking the Cycle of High-Functioning Codependency: hfcbook.com
🪔 Meditate with me:
Insight Timer: https://insig.ht/cpKnbJB4KDb (I have a bunch of free meditations on here and love this app!)
Connect With Me
📸 Instagram: terricole.com/ig
📩 Newsletter: terricole.com/newsletter
Time Stamps
0:00 - Introduction
3:00 - Early Life and Academic Drive
6:59 - College and Early Career Discovery
9:33 - Sacramento Television Career Growth
15:32 - New York Transition and Challenges
16:16 - Good Morning America Opportunity
19:49 - Pregnancy and Career Milestone
26:57 - Cultural Impact and Public Response
27:29 - Writing Career and New Memoir
31:44 - Advocacy Work Motivation
33:31 - Leaving Good Morning America
38:27 - Book Writing Philosophy and Honesty
39:37 - Boundary Struggles and Solutions
41:32 - Conclusion
If You Enjoyed This, Watch These Videos
youtu.be/8ueMsdQJwA0?si=2o0MhbTn2O01sBaY - 8 Tips for Better Work-Life Balance | Boundaries That Actually Work
youtu.be/IdCibvA4GPY?si=KjgrqhtcZttKtrB0 - How to Create the Life and Career you Love with Cathy Heller
youtu.be/QTnQ0gMLpxQ?si=PvmfYmUBnw274VXS - Burned Out? An Alternative to "Quiet Quitting" with Chela Davison
About Terri Cole
Terri Cole is a licensed psychotherapist, global relationship and empowerment expert, and the author of Boundary Boss-The Essential Guide to Talk True, Be Seen and (Finally) Live Free, The Boundary Boss Workbook, and Too Much: A Guide to Breaking the Cycle of High-Functioning Codependency.
For over two decades, Terri has worked with a diverse group of clients that includes everyone from stay-at-home moms to celebrities and Fortune 500 CEOs.
She has a gift for making complex psychological concepts accessible and actionable so that clients and students achieve sustainable change. She inspires over a million people weekly through her blog, social media platform, signature courses, and her popular podcast, The Terri Cole Show. For more, see terricole.com
BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/terricole
I’m not currently taking any new one-on-one therapy or coaching clients, but highly recommend using BetterHelp to find a therapist that fits your needs. As a team, we have fully vetted BetterHelp's resources.
terricole.com/gethelp -- If you are in a crisis or any other person may be in danger, the resources on this page can provide you with immediate help.
Please note: If you choose to sign up for BetterHelp or Insight Timer or buy through my Amazon links, I will receive a commission. Please know that I only recommend services and products that I know & trust.
#JoanLunden
#CareerAdviceForWomen
#WorkingMomLife
#SayYesToOpportunities
#WomenInMedia
#PersonalGrowth
#GoodMorningAmerica
