LEAD LIKE A GIRL

In this episode of 'Lead Like a Girl,' hosts Jessica, Jamie and Coralyn discuss their fitness and health goals for the summer. They share personal stories of ambition, setbacks, and the importance of mental health alongside fitness. Despite adversities like life interruptions and injuries, the conversation emphasizes perseverance, accountability, and adjusting goals when necessary. The episode als...

Join hosts Jessica Smith, Jamie, and Coralyn on this episode of 'Lead Like a Girl,' where they share personal stories of empowerment, resilience, and the impact of having doors opened by others. The episode kicks off with a heartfelt discussion about Mother's Day experiences and transitions into an insightful conversation about how powerful connections and supportive relationships have played vita...

Join host Jessica Smith and her friends Jamie and Coralyn on Lead Like a Girl as they share their inspirational and real-life experiences. In this episode, they discuss their career trajectories, the unforeseen obstacles they faced, and the lessons they learned along the way. From humble re-beginnings to embracing new roles that aligned with their personal values, the trio shares candid stories, p...

In this episode of Lead Like a Girl, hosts Jessica, Coralyn and Jamie discuss their journeys from rising stars in their twenties in the sales industry to facing personal and professional challenges that led them to transition into new phases of their lives. The episode covers their reflections on the impacts of career changes, the importance of resilience, and their experiences in balancing career...

This episode of 'Lead Like a Girl' features the hosts reminiscing about their beginnings as ambitious sales professionals and the journey of personal and career growth they embarked on together. They share entertaining stories from their sales careers, including memorable moments at company conferences, lessons learned, and the significance of mentorship, family-like business environments, and gen...

This podcast features a trio of women sharing their journey from their early careers in sales to success across different industries. They delve into their personal stories, highlighting their ambitious beginnings, challenges, and the lessons learned along the way. Discussions include their various jobs before finding their path, from working at Red Lobster and a plastic factory to managing a Pizz...

In this episode marking the launch of season two of 'Lead Like a Girl', Jessica introduces her excitement about the new direction of the podcast, featuring her and her long-time friends, Jamie and Coralyn. They share the backstory of their friendship and the organic development of this season's concept, centered on empowering women through storytelling. The discussion also includes anecdotes from...

In this episode of 'Lead Like a Girl', the host shares the heartfelt story of her grandmother, Hortensia Aviles, who recently passed away, reflecting on her life, values, and influence. Born in Texas, Hortensia Aviles led a life filled with love, resilience, and dedication. She met her husband at a young age and they shared a life together until their 90s, overcoming challenges including military...

In this episode of Lead Like a Girl, host Jessica Smith shares her transformative weekend in Minneapolis with her best friends Coraline and Jamie, emphasizing the power of female friendship and leadership development. Jessica reflects on the importance of self-improvement over work, the warmth of friendships, and the valuable lessons of walking and experiencing church in a new light. Through story...

This episode of the Lead Like a Girl podcast, hosted by Jessica Smith, dives into Jessica's personal journey and the challenges she faced in her professional life. She recounts a pivotal moment during a panel interview for a director level sales role, highlighting the unexpected turn of events and how it veered off into an apparent ambush rather than a genuine job interview. Jessica shares the def...

In this episode, Jessica Smith shares her personal journey grappling with illness and the important lessons she learned about the necessity of rest and self-care. Despite being under the weather, Jessica pushes through to deliver a heartfelt episode for her listeners, reflecting on her recent experiences of overworking and neglecting her health. She recounts the ordeal of attending her grandfather...

In this episode of Lead Like a Girl, Jessica Smith shares a deeply personal journey surrounding the passing of her grandfather, Mr. Gregorio Manuel Aviles Jr., reflecting on the celebration of his life during his funeral on Easter weekend. She explores the themes of legacy, family values, and leadership through her family's experiences and her own life lessons. Jessica emphasizes the importance of...

In this episode of 'Lead Like a Girl', Jessica Smith digresses from her typical programming to share a heartfelt tribute to her recently deceased grandfather. She recounts his journey from battling addiction to becoming a devoted man of faith, emphasizing the importance of legacy, purpose, and making a positive impact. Jessica shares personal stories of her grandfather's life, his teachings, and t...

In this episode of the Lead Like a Girl podcast, Jessica Smith shares her personal journey of career growth, strategic networking, and the importance of seizing stretch opportunities. She details a transformative lunch meeting at the Cheesecake Factory that led to a significant business deal for her company's new business unit focusing on mobile cleaning and maintenance. Jessica emphasizes the imp...

This episode of 'Lead Like a Girl' features Jessica Smith, who shares her journey of navigating career challenges and opportunities with faith, strategic networking, and mentorship. Wrapping up season one of her podcast, Jessica announces a partnership to bring wider conversations on women and leadership. She recounts her career focus in corporate America, detailing a challenging yet fruitful path...

In this episode, Jessica Smith shares her journey through corporate America, highlighting the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way. From starting in a role where she felt underqualified to navigating the complexities of advancement and leadership, Jessica's story is one of resilience and perseverance. As a sales engineer supporting accounts in California, Jessica found herself in a uniq...

Join us on this episode of Lead Like a Girl as Jessica Smith shares her inspiring journey of navigating career transitions with unwavering belief, seizing opportunities, and following her passion for people. From starting with supernatural favor to embracing new roles and challenges, Jessica's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and resourcefulness in achieving professional success....

In this inspiring episode of the "Lead Like a Girl" podcast, Jessica Smith shares her recent journey of setbacks and triumphs. Returning from a rejuvenating trip to Puerto Rico, Jessica reflects on the importance of laughter and divine timing in rejuvenating the soul. Despite facing challenges and illness upon her return, Jessica remains steadfast in her commitment to consistency and perseverance....

Jessica Smith shares her experience of being laid off and how she maintained hope and belief in herself. She discusses the power of visualization and how it helped her manifest her goals. Jessica also emphasizes the importance of building a network and defining your personal brand. She highlights the value of asking for help and offering help to others. Jessica reflects on the lack of diversity in...

Jessica Smith shares her experience of starting over in a new job after a successful career. He discusses the challenges of adapting to a different culture and the importance of building relationships and branding oneself. Justin also reflects on the significance of networking and the impact of performance in building a personal brand. He shares his curiosity about the person who took his previous...

In this heartfelt episode, Jessica discusses life-changing events, including her son adopting Islam, which left her feeling heartbroken due to her strong Christian faith. She talks about her son's relationships, birth of her grandchildren, and their family dynamics. In the midst of this, she reflects on her struggle with the guilt of influencing her son, and the journey of ultimately letting go an...

In this emotional and inspirational episode, Jessica Smith shares about her life-altering journey of losing her savings and having to start over from scratch in a new state. She takes viewers through the emotional toll, the defeat, her struggle in landing a decent-paying job due to the lack of a college degree, and her decision to return to school to enhance her career opportunities. Jessica also...

Jessica Smith details her life's journey fraught with hardships and describes departing from her hometown of Chicago due to a lack of connection and an aversion to cold weather. She discusses her husband's successful battle against alcohol addiction that she initially didn't notice due to being preoccupied with their impending financial collapse. She also praises the prayers from her family and fr...

In the episode, the Jessica Smith recounts her tale of struggle and survival, starting with her holistic approach to her husband's drinking problem. She recalls her journey to buying a home in California as a dream come true, yet this dream becomes complicated as living expenses overwhelm them. Following a business failure from DirectBuy transitioning into a failed business model, their lifestyle...

Jessica's mental and emotional struggles as she navigates her relationship and eventually marriage with a man whom she suspects is an alcoholic, carrying a generational curse from his family. The doubts and fears relating to her childhood trauma of a parent who was an alcoholic are deepened with the discovery of her pregnancy and the news of having a baby boy. She touches on personal growth, the d...