how to twenty-something

Episode 10 introduces Public Speaking Coach, Robyn Riedlinger, where she discusses her journey from her twenties and now into her thirties where she went from independent contractor, to working full time in the corporate world, to finally becoming a solopreneur. Robyn highlights what it means to take a chance on yourself to follow your dreams, but also what it means to have to put your dreams on h...

Episode 9 is all about granting yourself permission to change your mind and how it’s one of the most common fears a young professional will encounter during the development of their career. We're often pressured to follow a specific path, but I encourage everyone to be brave and explore new opportunities. I made a 180-degree shift in my career, leaving interior design for the health and fitness in...

In this new episode of “How To Twenty-Something, I bring on a guest, Kate Hutson, to discuss the process of up-leveling your career. We talk about creating your resume and cover letters, using LinkedIn to network, negotiating your salary and benefits, developing mentorship, and overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome. Kate provided so much value as to how a young professional can make strategi...

During this episode of "How To Twenty-Something," I share my personal journey and struggles from when I experienced unemployment and I offer guidance to those who are going through something similar. I discuss the significance of establishing healthy habits, maintaining a routine, and exploring new interests and career paths. Drawing from my own story of discovering my passion for personal trainin...

In this episode of How To Twenty-Something, I bring on a guest, Courtney, to expand more on how to make friends in your twenties and what taking the initiative looks like. Together we talk about her personal insights and experiences from when she moved to a new city and didn’t know anyone in a weird post-pandemic time, to having several different friend groups and exemplifying how possible it is t...

In this episode, I discussed the challenges I faced when trying to make friends in my twenties, especially after moving to a new city where I had limited opportunities for in-person interaction. I emphasized the importance of finding a sense of community and shared personal anecdotes to illustrate my points. Throughout the episode, I provided practical advice based on my own experiences, such as u...

Sleep is often overlooked, but is crucial to your overall well-being. In this episode of ‘how to twenty-something’ I go over the importance of prioritizing good sleep and the detrimental effects that happen when you don’t, as well as the role it plays in a young professional's road to a successful life. I also discuss practical strategies in regards to optimizing your sleep quality, the importance...

In this episode of "How To Twenty Something," I dive into the topic of effective communication, its impact on relationships, and how to properly communicate your wants and needs. I shed light on the consequences of avoiding confrontation and bottling up emotions, as well as practical steps for fostering open and honest communication, stressing the significance of active listening and empathetic un...

In this episode, I talk about breaking free from the cycles that might be holding us back from reaching our full potential and embracing positive change. I emphasize the significance of increasing self-awareness and tracking our habits to identify patterns and areas for improvement in our lives. By taking a scientific approach to change and understanding the role we play in perpetuating these cycl...

In episode one of “How To Twenty Something,” I dive into the topic of overcoming negative self-talk, releasing perfectionism, and embracing the learning process in your twenties. Throughout this episode, I share personal stories and insights as a Certified Life and Nutrition Coach and how you can begin to relate the concept of questioning everything across various aspects of your life like cleanin...

How to Twenty-Something is the only podcast that helps BOTH men and women navigate their twenties and learn how to 'adult.' I'm your host, Jess Diamond, and I am a Certified Life and Nutrition Coach for young professionals. I am also a Certified Personal Trainer, Entrepreneur, and a former Interior Designer - I call myself the one stop shop for everyone in their twenties. I've been through a lot s...