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Welcome to Moxie Moments, the podcast that explores life's challenges and the courage it takes to overcome them. I'm your host, Caitlin Saenz.

What happens when your deepest ambitions collide with your core values? When the path to achieving your goals requires compromises you're not willing to make? These are the questions at the heart of today's conversation.

Jenny Jacobs is no stranger to breaking barriers. As a U.S. Naval Aviator who made history as the first woman to return to flying after a cancer diagnosis, she's built a career on courage and determination. Yet when faced with the opportunity to run for Congress in Virginia's Second District, Jenny made the unexpected choice to step away – because the political landscape conflicted with her fundamental values.

Today, we'll explore how that pivotal decision led Jenny to create Pursuit Consulting, a leadership development firm helping both CEOs and teenagers discover their unique talents and communicate effectively. Her journey illustrates how sometimes saying "no" to one door opens pathways to greater purpose and impact.

For anyone who's ever felt trapped between their aspirations and their principles, Jenny's experience offers valuable perspective. She challenges us to consider that true leadership often means charting unconventional courses when traditional paths don't align with our moral compass.

Let's dive in.

Guest Links and Info:

Website: https://pursuitconsulting.org

Facebook: Pursuit Consulting

Instagram: Pursuit Consulting

LinkedIn: Jenny Jacobs Pursuit Consulting