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Content PeopleAmy ShoenthalThanks for listening to our episode with Amy Shoenthal.To keep up with or connect with Amy:✨ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoenthal/✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amysho/?hl=en✨ Website: https://www.amyshoenthal.com/✨ Book: https://www.amyshoenthal.com/the-setback-cycleTo stay in touch with Meredith and Medbury: Follow Meredith on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredith-farley/Follow Medbury on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/medbury_agency/Subscribe to the Medbury newsletter: https://meredithfarley.substack.com/Email...2025-05-0140 min
2 LIVES - Stories Of TransformationMom Turns Setback Into Triumph After Being Edged Out Of WorkforceAmy’s at the top of her game as a marketing consultant and journalist doing what she loves but it took a major setback before she could fully embrace this second chapter and reinvent her life. 2 Lives “The second begins the moment we realize we have only one.” 2 Lives is created by Laurel Morales. Valerie Shively is the assistant producer. Christian Arnder is our illustrator and website designer. Music from Blue Dot Sessions. Subscribe to Laurel's Substack here. Support 2 Lives at https://ko-fi.com/2livespodcast You can learn more about...2025-04-2223 min
10-Minute Freelance Secrets: Frameworks to Attract High-Income Clients Without Burnout#11 This is When You Know It’s Time to Quit Your Day Job and Go ALL-IN on Your Side Hustle as a Woman EntrepreneurIs your side-hustle ready to go full-time? Are you ready to go full-time? If you have a side hustle that is starting to become more than you can manage, and you are considering going full-time with it, take a listen to this episode.This is near and dear to Kiri’s heart because it was her situation…she worked full-time and slowly built her VA business over the course of a year to get to the point where she was ready to transition.In this episode, Kiri shares tips and insights inspired by her con...2025-04-1611 min
The Profitable Freelancer: Skills & Mindset To Create A 6-Figure Freelance Business#11 This is When You Know It’s Time to Quit Your Day Job and Go ALL-IN on Your Side Hustle as a Woman EntrepreneurIs your side-hustle ready to go full-time? Are you ready to go full-time? If you have a side hustle that is starting to become more than you can manage, and you are considering going full-time with it, take a listen to this episode.This is near and dear to Kiri’s heart because it was her situation…she worked full-time and slowly built her VA business over the course of a year to get to the point where she was ready to transition.In this episode, Kiri shares tips and insights inspired by her con...2025-04-1611 min
Stress-Free Freelancing: Ditch Stress & Burnout While Earning More & Working Less#11 This is When You Know It’s Time to Quit Your Day Job and Go ALL-IN on Your Side Hustle as a Woman EntrepreneurIs your side-hustle ready to go full-time? Are you ready to go full-time? If you have a side hustle that is starting to become more than you can manage, and you are considering going full-time with it, take a listen to this episode.This is near and dear to Kiri’s heart because it was her situation…she worked full-time and slowly built her VA business over the course of a year to get to the point where she was ready to transition.In this episode, Kiri shares tips and insights inspired by her con...2025-04-1611 min
Escape 9 to 5How to Turn Setbacks into Your Greatest Breakthrough | Amy ShoenthalEver felt completely derailed by a setback, only to later realize it was exactly what you needed for your next big breakthrough? 🌟In this inspiring episode of Escape 9 to 5, Lydia sits down with Amy Shoenthal—journalist, author, and expert on turning life's toughest moments into powerful turning points. Amy reveals the secrets behind her book, The Setback Cycle, guiding you through practical steps to reframe challenges, recognize hidden opportunities, and propel your life forward.Whether you're navigating career changes, entrepreneurial ups and downs, or personal hurdles, Amy’s wisdom will change the way you think about setbacks forever...2025-03-2356 min
TED BusinessHow to turn setbacks into success | Amy ShoenthalSuccess rarely happens in a straight line, with setbacks all but guaranteed along the way. What's the best way to recover? Leadership coach Amy Shoenthal lays out the four phases of the "setback cycle" and explains how to transform difficult moments into opportunities for reinvention and progress. After, Modupe reflects on Amy's talk and the benefits of facing existential questions -- not for despair but to be awaken to clearer possibilities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-1718 min
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verkoop is alles & alles is verkoop#78 – Omgaan met tegenslagAan de hand van de TED talk ‘How to turn setbacks into success’ van Amy Shoenthal, bespreken we hoe om te gaan met tegenslag. Uiteraard leggen we eerst uit wat de methode precies inhoudt en vervolgens vullen we dit aan met de tegenslagen waar we zelf mee te maken hebben gehad in onze carrière. In...2025-02-2332 min
verkoop is alles & alles is verkoop#78 - Omgaan met tegenslagAan de hand van de TED talk ‘How to turn setbacks into success’ van Amy Shoenthal, bespreken we hoe om te gaan met tegenslag. Uiteraard leggen we eerst uit wat de methode precies inhoudt en vervolgens vullen we dit aan met de tegenslagen waar we zelf mee te maken hebben gehad in onze carrière.In je carrière maar ook privé heb je één zekerheid: je gaat tegenslagen krijgen. De kunst is om hier goed mee om te gaan én zoals Amy Shoenthal uitlegt, zorgt een tegenslag vaak voor een nieuw hoofdstuk. Waar een deur dichtgaat, daar gaat...2025-02-2332 min
TED Talks DailyHow to turn setbacks into success | Amy ShoenthalSuccess rarely happens in a straight line, with setbacks all but guaranteed along the way. What's the best way to recover? Leadership coach Amy Shoenthal lays out the four phases of the "setback cycle" and explains how to transform difficult moments into opportunities for reinvention and progress. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-1716 min
TED Talks Daily (HD video)How to turn setbacks into success | Amy ShoenthalSuccess rarely happens in a straight line, with setbacks all but guaranteed along the way. What's the best way to recover? Leadership coach Amy Shoenthal lays out the four phases of the "setback cycle" and explains how to transform difficult moments into opportunities for reinvention and progress.2025-01-1615 min
The Women to Wealth PodcastEpisode #53 Navigating Life’s Setbacks with Amy Shoenthal, Author of The Setback CycleIn this inspiring episode, I sit down with USA Today bestselling author, keynote speaker, and leadership coach Amy Shoenthal to explore her transformative framework, The Setback Cycle. Drawing from her personal journey and years of research, Amy shares how setbacks—whether in relationships, careers, or life in general—can become powerful opportunities for growth.
Amy takes us through the four phases of The Setback Cycle—Establish, Embrace, Explore, and Emerge—breaking down how to process challenges, rebuild confidence, and move forward stronger than ever.
This episode is packed with actionable advice and a roadmap fo...2025-01-1535 minThe Women to Wealth PodcastEpisode #53 Navigating Life’s Setbacks with Amy Shoenthal, Author of The Setback CycleIn this inspiring episode, I sit down with USA Today bestselling author, keynote speaker, and leadership coach Amy Shoenthal to explore her transformative framework, The Setback Cycle. Drawing from her personal journey and years of research, Amy shares how setbacks—whether in relationships, careers, or life in general—can become powerful opportunities for growth.
Amy takes us through the four phases of The Setback Cycle—Establish, Embrace, Explore, and Emerge—breaking down how to process challenges, rebuild confidence, and move forward stronger than ever.
This episode is packed with actionable advice and a roadmap fo...2025-01-1535 min
BookboundWhen to Just Keep Going with Amy ShoenthalEver wondered how a chaotic writing process can transform into a bestselling book? In this episode of Bookbound, Amy Shoenthal, author of The Setback Cycle, shares her journey from journalism to book writing, inspired by her interviews with business leaders and entrepreneurs during the pandemic. Amy reflects on the importance of setbacks in professional and personal growth, detailing how her own experience as a mother shaped her perspective. She also discusses the process of creating her framework, the "four E's," and the challenges of getting her book published, offering valuable insights into book proposal writing, marketing strategies...2024-12-1738 min
The Daily Author#119: Amy Shoenthal — The Setback CycleIn this episode of “The Daily Author”, our guest Amy Shoenthal is a distinguished journalist and the author of the USA Today bestseller, The Setback Cycle.
We discussed Amy’s insights and experiences, offering valuable lessons on turning setbacks into opportunities.
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The Bold LoungeAmy Shoenthal: Beyond the Setback- Bold Decisions for a Brighter FutureSend us a textAbout This EpisodeDiscover the art of boldness and resilience with leadership expert and bestselling author of The Setback Cycle, Amy Shoenthal. With Amy's engaging stories and her work with leaders and founders, we spotlight the importance of recognizing setbacks and navigating them with curiosity and kindness. From quiet self-assurance to major life transformations, discover why staying on an unsatisfying path can be more harmful than making brave changes. This episode serves as a guide to making informed decisions that foster personal and professional growth. Amy walks through the...2024-10-0940 min
The Shit No One Tells You About WritingBumper September Bonus EpisodeIn this month’s bonus episode, Bianca interviews Reese's book pick and best-selling author Marissa Stapley, to discuss her latest, The Lightning Bottles. They chat about the genesis of the novel; taking your time writing and the beauty that lies in the process of creating; the inspiration behind Marissa's protagonist; why she chose specific characters as POV characters; how Marissa managed to work in a prologue that was from a younger person's perspective without it reading like YA; the challenges of writing a book after experiencing major success; working with multiple editors at the same time; and advice for wh...2024-09-301h 33
Who Made You the Boss?25. Does Networking Really Make a Difference? Susan McPherson Will Transform How You ConnectSusan McPherson, founder and CEO of McPherson Strategies, delves into the art of connecting with others. Susan shares her journey from corporate America to becoming an entrepreneur, and how she embraced her role as a leader. Susan and Lindsey discuss the power of kindness in leadership, the importance of intentional and value-based connections, and provide practical tips for fostering these connections both personally and professionally.
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How Susan transitioned from corporate America to becoming an accidental entrepreneur.
The importance of kindness in leadership and fostering a positive company c...2024-09-1830 min
Curious Conversations: A Podcast for Kids by KidsTeens Tackling Setbacks with Amy Shoenthal: Learn How to Navigate Through Establish, Embrace, Explore, and Emerge and Come Out Stronger on the Other Side.What is a setback? How do you know you are in one, and how do you get out of it?Join us as we chat with Amy Shoenthal, a bestselling author, journalist, and marketing consultant for big names like Google. She is here to talk about her book, The Setback Cycle. Amy breaks down what a setback really is, how to know when you're in one, and introduces us to her 4-step setback cycle —establish, embrace, explore, and emerge. We learn how to identify setbacks and work through the 4 phases by asking key qu...2024-09-1727 min
LEAVE YOUR MARK: Freshly Brewed Career Advice with Aliza LichtRebuild and Rebrand: Managing Unexpected Career SetbacksRebuild and Rebrand: Managing Unexpected Career SetbacksA CONVERSATION WITH AMY SHOENTHAL AND ALIZA LICHTThis might be the most comprehensive career advice episode on Leave Your Mark!!Recently laid off? Didn't get that promotion you were working towards? Impacted by company restructuring? Hitting a career slump and in need of motivation?Award-winning marketers and leadership experts Aliza Licht (author of On Brand) and Amy Shoenthal (author of The Setback Cycle) hosted a live mentorship session...2024-08-141h 06
Leveraging Thought LeadershipHarnessing the Power of Setbacks | Amy Shoenthal | 586 Amy Shoenthal, USA Today bestselling author of "The Setback Cycle: How Defining Moments Can Move Us Forward," joins Bill Sherman on the Thought Leadership Leverage podcast. Amy is a seasoned journalist and marketing executive with 20 years of investigative reporting. Her passion for profiling founders, executives, and leaders who take risks and create something new began at the University of Maryland, where she reported on student entrepreneurs. Amy’s book, "The Setback Cycle," explores how setbacks can lead to success. She discovered a pattern: significant achievements often follow major setbacks. In numerous interviews, she noticed that transformative ideas of...2024-08-0428 min
The Dr. Drew PodcastHow Failure can be Transformative with Amy ShoenthalThis week, Dr. Drew talks to journalist, marketing executive, and author Amy Shoenthal. Amy's latest book, The Setback Cycle, provides invaluable guidance on navigating life's toughest moments and emerging stronger. Amy and Dr. Drew discuss the phases of the setback cycle, the concept of post-traumatic growth, the transformative power of failure, and the ideal ages for personal reinvention.
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Lead With Your Brand!™S5E18 : From Setback to Success: Amy Shoenthal, USA Today Bestselling Author of The Setback Cycle.Happy Summer! This week, Jayzen takes a deep dive into Step Three of the Five Steps to Lead With Your Brand…Refine Who You Want to Be. When working on your personal brand and what you want to be known for, spending a good amount of time on this step is critical. That is, what are the SuperSized brand words that you use to distinguish yourself from others. How do you talk about your self not in coffee language, but as a SuperPremium brand like Starbucks. Tune in to hear Jayzen’s tips on developing a word bank that you will...2024-07-0958 min
Dateable: Your insider's look into modern dating and relationshipsS18E17: Navigating The Setback Cycle (in Dating & Relationships) w/ Amy ShoenthalAre setbacks inevitable while dating? We think so – and it's more about how you handle them to move forward. We're joined today with setback expert Amy Shoenthal to take us through the setback cycle to navigate everything from breakups, rejection, thinking you met “the one” only to realize it wasn’t, and everything in between. We're discussing what constitutes as a setback, how they can actually be a force to bring you in the right direction, and why setbacks can help you if you let them.Related Episodes:Moving Forward After A BreakupHow to Ha...2024-06-181h 04
Habits of Leadership096: The Setback Cycle with Amy ShoenthalIn this episode Dan sits down with Amy Shoenthal, the author of, "The Setback Cycle: How Defining Moments Can Move Us Forward."
Amy Shoenthal is a USA Today bestselling author, journalist and is a top contributor to ForbesWomen and Harvard Business Review
You can learn more about Amy, her work and find out where you can buy The Setback Cycle at her website: https://www.amyshoenthal.com/
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If you'd like to learn more about our work or the Habits of Leadership Academy, you can do...2024-06-1645 minLEAVE YOUR MARK: Freshly Brewed Career Advice with Aliza LichtThe Shocking Truth About Career Setbacks and Success with Amy ShoenthalIn this episode of 'Leave Your Mark,' I sit down with my friend, Amy Shoenthal, a seasoned journalist, marketing consultant, and author of The Setback Cycle: How Defining Moments Can Move Us Forward, a USA Today bestseller. We all know what failure feels like, but what if we are sleepwalking into a setback? What does that feel like? How do we proactively protect ourselves against it, or is it a defining movement that will ultimately move us forward? Amy and I discuss the pervasive nature of setbacks, especially in the context of societal and professional challenges. Amy shares...2024-06-1235 min
Mom CuriousEpisode 117: The Set Back Cycle with Amy ShoenthalSome of the world’s most prominent leaders attribute their setbacks to the reason they found success. Their lowest moments paved the way for their creative rebirth. Through the four phases of The Setback Cycle—Establish, Embrace, Explore, and Emerge—Amy Shoenthal guides readers on how to make sense of their experiences, gain clarity on what comes next, and move confidently into future endeavors. That framework, developed through research and conversations with scholars, psychologists, neuroscientists, and executive coaches is supported through the deeply personal stories of founders and leaders like fashion icons Stacy London and Norma Kamali, fitness instructors Robin...2024-06-1153 min
Dear FoundHer...7 Female FoundHers Weigh In: What Are Three Actionable Steps You Can Take RIGHT NOW if You’re Just Starting out in Business“Summer is a great time to sit down and really think about getting your business off the ground or taking it to the next level,” says Lindsay Pinchuk. In this episode, she gathers insights from inspiring and successful female founders, each sharing actionable steps for innovation and business growth. For more from each of these guests, check out their full conversation on Dear FoundHer…Journalist and bestselling author Amy Shoenthal For more click here. Rachel Liverman, founder of Glowbar. For more click here. Dana Lynn Kaye of Devotion Nutrition. For more click here. Leah Wiseman Fink from...2024-06-0417 min
The Prosperous Empath® PodcastThe Art of Risk-Taking and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Lindsey EpperlyIf you often struggle with trusting yourself and taking risks in entrepreneurship, you’re going to take away a lot from this week’s episode of the Prosperous Empath®. I’m sitting down with Lindsey Epperly, CEO of Jetset World Travel which she has scaled from a one-person operation into a team of over 90 dedicated members in the unlikeliest of times - the COVID-19 pandemic. When the world shut down in March 2020, Lindsey was 5 months pregnant with her first child and her husband had recently quit his job in finance to integrate into her business. As travel restrictions were being p...2024-06-0447 minWho Made You the Boss?17. How to Stop Negative Self Talk, Fast: Author Amy Shoenthal On Setbacks and Paths ForwardAmy Shoenthal, author of "The Setback Cycle," dives into the challenging yet transformative world of overcoming our obstacles. Drawing from personal tribulations and her well-received book, Amy shares her journey through career pivots after facing post-maternity leave difficulties, showcasing the resilience and redirection that are possible in the face of adversity. She offers relatable insights into why it’s important to label and converse with our inner critic, how to strengthen emotional resilience, and the neuroscience behind embracing setbacks as growth opportunities.
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The four stages of The...2024-05-2942 min
The Inspire PodcastS6 E4: Why Understanding The Setback Cycle is Key to your Growth as a Leader with Amy ShoenthalIn this episode, Bart speaks with journalist Amy Shoenthal about her new book, The Setback Cycle. Amy explains how setbacks aren't always fuel for success, why not everything "happens for a reason" and the real lessons to take when you're in the middle of a difficult period in life or career. She shares her four-part setback cycle (Establish, Embrace, Explore, Emerge) and explains how it can be a mental framework to process and move past these periods. Amy's insights and anecdotes make her cycle a compelling and worthwhile listen for anyone who may be feeling stuck.
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Thriving Together with Nitika ChopraGoing Through a Setback? Try This! | Amy ShoenthalIn this episode of Thriving Together, Nitika Chopra interviews Amy Shoenthal, author of The Setback Cycle. They discuss the different phases of setbacks and how to navigate them. Amy shares the story of fashion designer Norma Kamali as an example of someone who went through the setback cycle and emerged stronger. They also talk about the importance of embracing discomfort and creating a counter argument to self-doubt narratives. Thriving for Amy looks like taking a beat, relaxing, and finding balance after the whirlwind of her book launch.
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Setbacks are a natural...2024-05-2436 min
The Next Best ThingAmy Shoenthal on Navigating Setbacks: Turning Obstacles to OpportunitiesAmy Shoenthal is a journalist and author of “The Setback Cycle: How Defining Moments Can Move Us Forward.” The "Setback Cycle," consists of four phases—establish, embrace, explore, and emerge—which provides a roadmap for navigating through times of adversity. In this conversation Aundrea and Amy discuss why setbacks don’t just have to be obstacles, but can also serve as catalysts for growth and creativity. Subscribe to the NEXT Nuggets Newsletter: https://thenextbestthingact.com/Join The NEXT Best Thing community on IG/TikTok @nextbestthingpod Keep in touch with Amy Shoenthal:“The Setback Cycle” book: https://ww...2024-05-1240 min
BAM - Bad Ass MomsMeet Amy Shoenthal "Best-selling author, speaker & mom"BAM welcomes Amy Shoenthal, a best-selling author, journalist, speaker, and marketing consultant. Amy discusses her journey as a new mother and how she navigated a setback in her career after returning from maternity leave. She shares how this experience inspired her to write her book "The Setback Cycle", which explores how people can turn setbacks into opportunities for growth. The conversation also touches on the importance of embracing setbacks and using them as a catalyst for personal and professional development. Amy emphasizes the need to be intentional about how we spend our time and the imp...2024-05-1136 min
Wisdom of WomenWisdom of Women - Navigating Life’s Setbacks with Amy ShoenthalAmy Shoenthal is a best-selling USA Today author, marketing consultant, and resilience expert. After surveying a number of successful individuals during her journalism career, Amy wrote her book "The Setback Cycle" which underlines the belief that our greatest setbacks have the potential to lead to our most successful ventures. In this episode, we'll explore the transformative nature of setbacks and introduce Amy's four-step framework to help you not just cope with setbacks, but also grow from them. Amy will also share some insights from her journey of freelancing while balancing a full-time job and eventually launching her own consulting...2024-05-0834 min
The Art of What’s Next with Grace KraaijvangerThe Setback Cycle: How to Survive (and Even Thrive!) Life's Valleys with Amy ShoenthalIn this inspiring episode, host Grace Kraaijvanger sits down with Amy Shoenthal, author of "The Setback Cycle.”. They delve deep into the power of setbacks and how they can lead to profound personal and professional growth.
Amy shares her compelling personal journey, including the challenges she faced when returning to work after maternity leave, which reshaped her career trajectory from corporate roles to a rewarding path in freelance writing and public speaking, and ultimately her book.
Grace and Amy discuss the societal shift towards craving authentic, vulnerable storytelling and how Amy’s book has empowered female...2024-05-0744 min
Bosses With BaggageA Transformation from Marketer to Author, Amy Shoenthal Breaks Ground on 'The Setback Cycle'Hey there, Bosses! 🎙️✨In our latest episode of Bosses with Baggage, we had the privilege of chatting with Amy Shoenthal, a remarkable journalist and author, about her upcoming book 'The Setback Cycle' and the incredible journey that inspired it. Amy shares her personal experiences of navigating setbacks as a working mother and how these experiences led her to pen down her insights in the book.During our conversation, Amy delved into the key takeaways about setbacks and the four-phase cycle:🚀Setbacks are a reversal in progress and can occur in various as...2024-05-0740 min
She Built It® PodcastCycle of Success: Breaking Down 'The Setback Cycle' with author, Amy ShoenthalToday we’re exploring how often our biggest successes come from what initially is our biggest setback. Amy Shoenthal, author of "The Setback Cycle” brings a refreshing perspective on turning life's obstacles into opportunities, emphasizing that sometimes, the most challenging moments are merely setups for greater achievements.In this episode, we dive deep into the themes of resilience and transformation. Amy shares both the research and personal stories behind "The Setback Cycle," revealing how various individuals have harnessed their lowest points to catapult themselves to new heights. Whether you’re feeling stuck in your personal life, career, or in...2024-05-0718 min
The Ginni ShowAmy Shoenthal: When Life Gives You Lemons, Look at the SunnysideGetting unexpectedly let go at work. Struggling through a painful divorce. Losing a loved one. Reluctantly riding a roller coaster of bad luck.These are some of the most common setbacks that life sometimes dishes out… whether we want them or not. But, while it doesn’t always feel like it in the moment, these setbacks can have a brighter side. Setbacks can build resilience, strengthen our character, and become springboards for changes that redirect our lives. Often in profound ways. Today, Ginni welcomes Amy Shoenthal. Not only is...2024-04-2424 min