EPISODE · Mar 11, 2024 · 36 MIN
Brave Career Leaps: From Underpaid to Unstoppable in Sustainable Development with Jennie Block E150
from Build Your Brave Career for Women in Tech · host Nicole Trick Steinbach, Certified Coach for Women in Tech, Former Global Director, & Organizational Change Management Consultant
"I am really proud of myself for everything that I've done. And looking back, seeing that and what it's done just reminds me that I can continue to do more." — Jennie Block, Sustainable Product Development Manager expert and digital nomad. Jennie works with small and medium-sized companies to understand and reduce their impact on our environment. Jennie is also my client. We delve into the strategies and emotions behind Jennie's bold career moves, including how she specifically confronted being underpaid and establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries. We talked about overworking, overproducing, and choosing to take medical leave. Then Jennie shares her passion for sustainable product development and her pivot towards helping businesses lessen their negative ecological footprint. Finally, we dive into relationship shifts and how coaching supported Jennie during her decision and growth process.Remember, your bravery can lead to remarkable changes—not just in your career, but in our world. Share this story with someone who's chasing courage, and keep pushing the boundaries, together. And don't forget—be brave, eat more plants, and let's make sustainable choices!Hot topics from this episode:Career advice: Setting boundaries and not settling for lessThe importance of financial stability, prioritizing savings and building an emergency fundNavigating being underpaidMaking bold decisions that balance life and career desires and goalsSustainable Living and Sustainable Product Development Resources: Connect with Jennie Block on LinkedIn For more information on how you can build your brave:Check out my websiteJoin my mailing list for more insights, opportunities, and inspirationConnection with me on LinkedIn
What this episode covers
"I am really proud of myself for everything that I've done. And looking back, seeing that and what it's done just reminds me that I can continue to do more." — Jennie Block, Sustainable Product Development Manager expert and digital nomad. Jennie works with small and medium-sized companies to understand and reduce their impact on our environment. Jennie is also my client. We delve into the strategies and emotions behind Jennie's bold career moves, including how she specifically confronted being underpaid and establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries. We talked about overworking, overproducing, and choosing to take medical leave. Then Jennie shares her passion for sustainable product development and her pivot towards helping businesses lessen their negative ecological footprint. Finally, we dive into relationship shifts and how coaching supported Jennie during her decision and growth process.Remember, your bravery can lead to remarkable changes—not just in your career, but in our world. Share this story with someone who's chasing courage, and keep pushing the boundaries, together. And don't forget—be brave, eat more plants, and let's make sustainable choices!Hot topics from this episode:Career advice: Setting boundaries and not settling for lessThe importance of financial stability, prioritizing savings and building an emergency fundNavigating being underpaidMaking bold decisions that balance life and career desires and goalsSustainable Living and Sustainable Product Development Resources: Connect with Jennie Block on LinkedIn For more information on how you can build your brave:Check out my websiteJoin my mailing list for more insights, opportunities, and inspirationConnection with me on LinkedIn
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