Pursuing Fearless

Inspired by Brene Brown’s exploration of FFT’s, Jessi discusses her journey of letting go of perfect and embracing imperfect action.

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Donna Gambrell did not begin her career with a desire to work in finance. But, she developed a passion for community development and found her niche in CDFI funds. She uses her voice, even after retirement, to help small businesses in Appalachia gain access to capital and resources needed to build a thriving community.

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In this episode, Jessi discusses pivoting paths to find values alignment with founder Stephanie Skryzowski. Stephanie realized her NYC corporate law firm job was unfulfilling. Discovering a need that would serve her goals while serving others led her to launch her legal business 100 Degrees Consulting.

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In this episode, Jessi talks to Jenn Robbins, CEO, and Sales Funnel Strategist. Jenn overcame her imposter syndrome and turned her freelance copywriter business into a full CEO position, filing as an S-Corp. She now helps businesses have killer sales pages and runs her own company.

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In her debut solo episode, Jessi discusses how websites are meant to be a tool in an overall business plan. P&P Creative often helps clients navigate whether they are ready for a new website or first need a brand refresh. Find out the signs of both.

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In this episode, Jessi talks with Cathy Turner who started NewSong Counseling. Cathy began her career as a high school science teacher. After discovering a need for mental health care in the community, she decided to pursue a masters degree in counseling, eventually opening her own center where she holds space for clients to feel loved and respected.

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In this episode, Jessi discusses the happy accident of Amy Richardson’s successful farm. The two talk about the intersection of art and agriculture and rolling with change.

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Jessi introduces former aspiring Broadway star turned email marketing agency owner, Emily Ryan. They discuss the importance of biz besties, vulnerability as founders and the value of being able to pivot in business. Emily also threw in some helpful email marketing tips anyone can easily add into their communication plan.

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In this episode, Jessi discusses balancing two passions: running a business and being a mother, with optometrist Karen Santos McCloud. Seeking understanding she would never get from male owners with stay-at-home wives, Karen decided to open her own practice. She and Jessi talk through battles with perfectionism and staff decisions.

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In this episode, Jessi discusses balancing motherhood and owning a business during the pandemic with grant writer and changemaker, Krista Kurlinkus. Dr. Kurlinkus holds a Ph.D. in English Rhetoric. Her self-titled business provides university-level writing education to grant writers from nonprofits, government agencies, and academic institutions.

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