Jen Milius is a storyteller and people whisperer. She is an author, motivational speaker, career and leadership coach. Jen has enjoyed writing and reading since she was a young girl, leading her to earn an undergraduate degree in Communications.  Her career path has involved intense management skills such as public relations, project management, organization development and continuous improvement, but it was her love for storytelling, animals and helping people, especially young people, that inspired her to write about her two adorable cats, Einstein and Moo. Einstein and the Leaf is the first of six books in the Einstein and Moo series. There is also an activity book based on the series.

As a speaker and coach, Jen believes that each of us have something special to offer, but sometimes it takes a leap of faith to be willing to share that gift.  Jen believes when people are doing what they love, there is a joy that they radiate. They feel empowered and confident that what they are doing adds value. These individuals are more productive, and their joy comes through in their personal lives as well as in business. Jen’s goals are to help motivated individuals recognize and communicate their talents to confidently stand out in their careers and to leave a positive, lasting influence that encourages people to be the best they can be.

Previously, Jen co-hosted Encouraging the You in Success through BlogTalkRadio. The radio show/podcast is a blend of personal development, leadership and business and intended to provide tools and ideas to encourage others to be the best they can be.  Topics include employee engagement, understanding and leveraging individual strengths, trust, 5 dysfunctions of a team, changing a culture, mentoring, and servant leadership.  All episodes can be found at www.blogtalkradio.com/wrspradio or as a podcast through iTunes, searching for WRSP.

Jen enjoys spending time with family, yoga, cooking, baking, and listening to music.

 

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21 Things You Should Know About This Author

What book have you gifted the most? Why?

I’d have to say The Magic of Thinking Big by Dr. David J. Schwartz. My parents gave me a copy when I was in high school, and since then, I’ve re-read it at least seven times. I believe our thoughts are powerful, especially when they are about ourselves, and this book helps to create a positive and possible mindset. It’s a reminder that we have the power to change our perception by shifting our thoughts and taking action towards them. It’s a reminder that each of us have something special to offer, and we are capable of making big things happen.

What is the one productivity tool you use every day? Why?

It’s my trusty paper planner and pencil. Although I use my phone and a project management app to electronically manage my schedule and work, when I write them into my planner and map out a week, it helps me to stay focused on what’s needed at that point in time while carving out time to strategically plan, too.

What word do you misspell most often?

convenience

What three things do you do to be a successful writer?

Write

Read

Believe in myself

What are the titles of the last two books you have read?

Origin by Dan Brown and Option B by Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant

What is your favorite word?

Ooh, this is a tough one because I love a lot of words.