47: Big Small Things with Jenny Wood (Entrepreneur and Former Google Media Executive)

Jenny Wood, a former Google executive, is a renowned leader in personal and professional development. During her time at Google, she led a team that drove tens of billions in advertising revenue and founded "Own Your Career," one of the company’s largest career development programs. Jenny’s "Big Small Things" philosophy underscores the transformative power of small, daily actions in building confidence and achieving long-term success. Her journey, marked by overcoming moments of anxiety and embracing bold risks, includes a pivotal decision to leave her secure position at Google to pursue her true passions. Jenny encourages others to reframe failures as learning opportunities, believe in themselves, and take consistent steps toward their goals. A dedicated writer, speaker, and Harvard Business Review contributor, Jenny shares her insights on leadership, resilience, and innovation, advocating for a culture that embraces failure as a pathway to growth. Outside of her career, she is also a mom, wife, pilot, and outdoor enthusiast, embodying her philosophy of pursuing a balanced and fulfilling life. Starring: Michael Newborn (@michaelnewborn) John Ballenger (@john-ballenger53) Guest: Jenny Wood itsjennywood.com/ linkedin.com/in/jennyilles Network/Produced by: Seltzer Kings (@seltzerkings) (seltzerkings.com) Theme Music: "You Can't Stop Me" by Andy Mineo Listen Here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/71Uji4fPLsnGEJjeAqomiJ?si=77e3d7bb636c422a Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-second-act-with-michael-and-john/id1707412739 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6b369bb-36a9-47ab-9f22-1bacfcff6166/the-second-act-with-michael-and-john iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-second-act-with-michae-123242148/ Socials: Linktree: linktr.ee/secondactmovement Instagram: @secondactmovement LinkedIn: @secondactmovement Facebook: @secondactmovement YouTube: @secondactmovement Website: michaelandjohn.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices