Changing The Game

#16: Katherine Lynch has worn a lot of uniforms including Harvard varsity squash, the U.S. Navy, and startup co-founder, and each chapter sharpened the same edge: resilience. In this conversation, Katherine shares how she went from service to startups, why “mission over title” is her north star, and how two simple prompts (“What would you do if money didn’t matter?” and “What do you naturally read and talk about?”) can reset your career path. We get into building The Post, a private community for elite former athletes, launching Vamos Rackets and why padel is exploding as the new networking sport, and the real work of identity after sport or service. Katherine breaks down baby steps versus big leaps, building your toolbox of skills, and “increasing your surface area of luck” by showing up, saying yes, and meeting people. She leaves us with a favorite mantra for tough seasons: some days joy chooses you, and some days, you choose joy.

What is Changing The Game?

Changing the Game is a podcast that highlights bold, inspiring women who are redefining leadership and carving their own paths across different industries, backgrounds, and life chapters.

Hosted by Jordan Duren, each episode dives deep into the stories of female leaders who have navigated transitions, taken risks, and challenged the status quo. From corporate trailblazers to creative entrepreneurs, these women share the real, unfiltered truths behind their journeys—what it took, what they learned, and what they’d tell the next woman ready to rise.

If you’re ready to break the mold, own your story, and lead with purpose, this show is for you.

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About Shift Group:

Shift Group bridges the gap between military veterans, former athletes, and the business world through coaching and career upskilling. Our mission is to help these individuals unlock their unique skills and experiences and match them with top-tier companies in need of resilient, coachable, and team-oriented professionals.

The Shift Connect platform accelerates learning and streamlines the hiring process by connecting employers with pre-vetted candidates who are ready to excel. Customers reduce hiring time, lower costs, increase growth rates, and improve retention. Shift Group is committed to helping businesses build high-performing teams and supporting veterans and athletes in their career development.

Discover how Shift Group can transform your hiring process and unlock the potential of exceptional talent. Visit us at shiftgroup.io to learn more.