#156 Saying "no" to something good — Jenny Blake on the inner CFO, spending every penny just to try, working at Google, running towards something vs. running away, creating assets for yourself, making yourself discoverable, and seeking advice from "friendtors"
Jul 24, 2023
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Guest Jenny Blake, an author and career strategist, discusses topics such as saying "no" to something good, creating assets for yourself, making yourself discoverable, running a business on intuition, and seeking advice from "friendtors".
Embracing uncertainty and taking risks can lead to personal and professional growth.
Societal scripts and cultural expectations can influence our mindset and career decisions.
Surrounding oneself with like-minded peers provides encouragement and practical advice during challenging times.
Deep dives
The importance of following one's intuition and being open to new possibilities
Jenny Blake shares her experience of following her intuition and embracing new opportunities. She discusses the importance of being open to new paths and taking risks, even when faced with uncertainty and potential challenges.
The impact of societal scripts and cultural expectations on our lives
Jenny reflects on the influence of societal scripts and cultural expectations on our choices and behaviors. She talks about how her upbringing and the messages she received around money and independence shaped her mindset and career decisions.
Navigating the challenges and doubts of unconventional paths
Jenny discusses the challenges and doubts that arise when taking unconventional paths in life and work. She shares her experiences of facing uncertainty, criticism, and the pressure to conform to societal norms, and how she overcame these obstacles.
The power of serendipity and the role of faith in navigating the unknown
Jenny explores the role of serendipity and faith in her own journey. She emphasizes the importance of staying curious, open, and receptive to unexpected opportunities and connections, and how embracing uncertainty can lead to personal and professional growth.
The value of finding like-minded peers and cultivating a supportive community
Jenny highlights the importance of surrounding oneself with like-minded peers who share similar journeys and dreams. She discusses the power of supportive communities in providing encouragement, inspiration, and practical advice during challenging times.
Jenny is an author, international speaker, career and business strategist and executive coach. She has worked in a start up during her college years and then she worked at Google. At some point she decided to follow her passions and left her job. She has already written three books, she runs a business on intuition and she continues discovering her own path.