In this episode of Gen X Remix, host Tabatha Jones, The Corporate Escape Sherpa™, welcomes Julie Marty Pearson — podcaster, speaker, community builder, and advocate for women finding their voice. Julie shares her winding journey from academia to entrepreneurship and how discovering podcasting opened the door to deeper purpose, creative freedom, and meaningful connection.

Julie and Tabatha explore the power of storytelling in business, why podcast guesting is one of the most strategic visibility tools for entrepreneurs, and how being willing to share your authentic story can transform both your life and your audience. Julie also opens up about her lifelong passion for animal rescue, and how supporting animals became a grounding and healing part of her personal evolution.

Whether you're ready to launch a podcast, become a standout podcast guest, or simply tell your story with more confidence, this conversation is loaded with inspiration, practical tips, and real talk about midlife reinvention.
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⏱️ Episode Breakdown:
00:00 – Introduction and Sponsorship
01:10 – Welcome to Gen X Remix
01:34 – Meet Julie Marty Pearson
01:47 – From Academia to Podcasting
04:15 – Navigating the Challenges of Career Change
05:58 – Starting a Coaching Business & Discovering Podcasting
06:41 – Julie’s Love for Pets and Their Impact on Her Life
14:43 – Why Animal Rescue Matters
21:33 – Coaching Clients on Their Podcasting Path
24:15 – Reflections on Julie’s Podcasting Journey
24:44 – The Value of Strategic Podcast Guesting
26:07 – Embracing Flexibility in Podcasting
30:56 – The Power of Storytelling in Business
35:23 – Practical Tips for Being a Great Podcast Guest
43:13 – Building a Women’s Podcasting Community
47:56 – Final Thoughts & Encouragement

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🔗 Connect with Julie Marty-Pearson

🌐Website: juliemartypearson.com
📱Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jmartypearson
📱LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-r-marty-pearson-psyd

Check out Podcast Your Story:
📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/podcastyourstorynow

Check out also, The Story of My Pet Podcast:

🎙️https://www.thestoryofmypetpodcast.com/
📸 Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestoryofmypetpodcast/
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🔗 Connect with Your Host, Tabatha Jones
Career Advancement & Leadership Coach | The Corporate Escape Sherpa™
Helping Gen-X women build businesses (and lives) that actually feel good.

📱 Instagram: @coach_tabatha
📩 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Websites: empowered-leader.com | corporateescapesherpa.com