61 | Jenna Williams | From Setbacks to Comebacks: Crafting Opportunities within Adversity

Elevate Your Career

In today's episode of the Elevate Your Career podcast, Nicole is joined by Jenna Williams, a friend and co-worker who has undertaken a unique journey into stoicism, a philosophy that has significantly impacted her career and personal life.

During the conversation, Nicole and Jenna dive deep into the world of personal growth, exploring how one mindset shift can radically alter the way we perceive and tackle obstacles. They discuss a philosophy that emphasizes turning challenges into opportunities, offering insights on how to navigate life's complexities with resilience.

You'll hear about the power of self-awareness and the importance of taking control of one’s actions and perceptions, especially in the workplace. Jenna offers practical advice on how to maintain a consistent presence, whether dealing with professional relationships or personal goals, and emphasize the necessity of not waiting for external validation to find fulfillment.

This conversation is an invitation to explore the potential within each challenge and to develop the resilience to face whatever comes next.

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In This Episode You'll Learn:

• The philosophy of stoicism, a philosophy focused on living a virtuous life, making the best of bad situations, and using emotions to choose actions.
• Jenna's initial exposure to stoicism in college and how her life changed in 2024, leading her to seek solace in the practice.
• The importance of focusing on what is within one's control and letting go of external factors.
• How stoicism helps Jenna see obstacles as opportunities and use them as fuel for growth.
• The importance of consistency and showing up as the same person in the workplace.
• And much more...

Resources:

Jenna’s LinkedIn