Your Mission May Be Over, But You’re Not Done.
The podcast for federal workers, retirees, contractors, and leaders rebuilding purpose after retirement, layoffs, or major transitions.
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What Is The Second Shift?
The Second Shift is more than a podcast — it’s a movement.
Hosted by E.N. Howie, each episode dives into life after service. Whether you were forced out, aged out, or opted out — your calling didn’t clock out.
This show will help you:
Reframe your identity beyond the badge
Heal from unexpected transitions
Reignite your passion and purpose
Begin building the legacy that lasts
Latest Episode
Episode 1: “The Mission May Be Over, But You’re Not Done”
Not every departure is celebratory. Some people walked out confused, bitter, or even ashamed. This episode reframes the ending — whether voluntary or not — as the setup for your second shift. It validates the pain of being cut off before you were ready, but affirms that identity and purpose go beyond position.
Recent Episodes
Episode 2: “You Were More Than the Badge”
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🎙️ EPISODE 3: "From Clearance to Clarity"
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EPISODE 4: The Contractor's Comeback
E.N.Howie - Host
Meet Your Host
After years in federal service — leading, coaching, and pouring into others — E.N. Howie found himself in unfamiliar territory: no badge, no desk, no defined next step.
But what he discovered in that space of uncertainty became his calling: helping others rediscover purpose after transition.
Today, E.N. is a sought-after motivational speaker, spoken word artist, and coach guiding federal workers, retirees, and contractors into their real calling.
Through his podcast The Second Shift, he opens a door of hope to those who didn’t get a retirement party… but still have powerful work to do.
📍 Based in Maryland
🎤 Keynote Speaker | 🎧 Podcast Host | ✝️ Purpose-Led Coach
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