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EPISODE · Aug 4, 2025 · 1H 15M

From Surviving to Thriving: Reinventing Your Career

from Happiness On Tap · host Leann Herron

From Surviving to Thriving: Reinventing Your CareerWhat if your greatest pain became the fuel for your greatest reinvention?In this powerful and heart-centered episode, Leann Herron sits down with Jen Jaciw, a Career Ownership Coach, Speaker, and Entrepreneur who helps people break free from burnout and step into business ownership that truly lights them up. With over 25 years of experience spanning Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Entrepreneurship—including founding a thriving transportation company in Silicon Valley—Jen brings both strategic savvy and lived wisdom to her work.But what truly sets Jen apart is her personal transformation. As a survivor of domestic violence and the daughter of an addict, Jen knows firsthand what it means to move from survival to empowerment. She shares the turning point that led her to reclaim ownership of her life and career—and how that decision now fuels her mission to guide others through reinvention.Together, Leann and Jen explore:💥 The moment Jen decided to take her power back and choose herself🧠 The mindset shifts necessary to leave traditional jobs and embrace entrepreneurship🚫 Common myths about business ownership that hold people back⚖️ The powerful distinction between career change and career ownership🚺 The unique challenges women face when stepping into leadership🛤️ Practical advice for anyone feeling stuck, scared, or unsure how to start over🌱 Jen’s personal strategies for staying grounded while supporting others😊 What happiness and fulfillment look like for her todayThis episode is a roadmap for anyone ready to reclaim their voice, rewrite their story, and build a life—and career—they don’t need a vacation from.Episode Resources:Jen Jaciw:Career Ownership CoachThe Entrepreneur's Source:Website: https://jjaciw.esourcecoach.com/Email: [email protected]: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferjaciw/Services Offered:Career Ownership Coaching               Small Business Consulting  Leadership TrainingBusiness CoachingProfessional SpeakingLeann Herron:Finding Resilience with LeannCertified Life and Holistic Health CoachWebsite: https://findingresiliencewithleann.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/findingresiliencewithleann LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannherron/Services Offered:Flexible, virtual, personalized one-on-one coaching, specializing in guiding Gen X women to break free from the cycle of over-giving and the stories that keep them stuck, managing stress, and enhancing their overall well-being so they can create a life that truly fulfills them. GET MORE SUPPORT👉Grab My FREE 10 Ways to Build Resiliencehttps://findingresiliencewithleann.com/digital-products/ols/products/10-ways-to-build-resilience-free-checklist🎙️Listen to this podcast on the go!📲 You can access the Happiness On Tap podcast on your favorite podcast platforms: YouTube, IHeart, Spotify, Amazon Music, Podchaser, and Audible (just search Happiness On Tap)

From Surviving to Thriving: Reinventing Your CareerWhat if your greatest pain became the fuel for your greatest reinvention?In this powerful and heart-centered episode, Leann Herron sits down with Jen Jaciw, a Career Ownership Coach, Speaker, and Entrepreneur who helps people break free from burnout and step into business ownership that truly lights them up. With over 25 years of experience spanning Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Entrepreneurship—including founding a thriving transportation company in Silicon Valley—Jen brings both strategic savvy and lived wisdom to her work.But what truly sets Jen apart is her personal transformation. As a survivor of domestic violence and the daughter of an addict, Jen knows firsthand what it means to move from survival to empowerment. She shares the turning point that led her to reclaim ownership of her life and career—and how that decision now fuels her mission to guide others through reinvention.Together, Leann and Jen explore:💥 The moment Jen decided to take her power back and choose herself🧠 The mindset shifts necessary to leave traditional jobs and embrace entrepreneurship🚫 Common myths about business ownership that hold people back⚖️ The powerful distinction between career change and career ownership🚺 The unique challenges women face when stepping into leadership🛤️ Practical advice for anyone feeling stuck, scared, or unsure how to start over🌱 Jen’s personal strategies for staying grounded while supporting others😊 What happiness and fulfillment look like for her todayThis episode is a roadmap for anyone ready to reclaim their voice, rewrite their story, and build a life—and career—they don’t need a vacation from.Episode Resources:Jen Jaciw:Career Ownership CoachThe Entrepreneur's Source:Website: https://jjaciw.esourcecoach.com/Email: [email protected]: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferjaciw/Services Offered:Career Ownership Coaching               Small Business Consulting  Leadership TrainingBusiness CoachingProfessional SpeakingLeann Herron:Finding Resilience with LeannCertified Life and Holistic Health CoachWebsite: https://findingresiliencewithleann.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/findingresiliencewithleann LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannherron/Services Offered:Flexible, virtual, personalized one-on-one coaching, specializing in guiding Gen X women to break free from the cycle of over-giving and the stories that keep them stuck, managing stress, and enhancing their overall well-being so they can create a life that truly fulfills them. GET MORE SUPPORT👉Grab My FREE 10 Ways to Build Resiliencehttps://findingresiliencewithleann.com/digital-products/ols/products/10-ways-to-build-resilience-free-checklist🎙️Listen to this podcast on the go!📲 You can access the Happiness On Tap podcast on your favorite podcast platforms: YouTube, IHeart, Spotify, Amazon Music, Podchaser, and Audible (just search Happiness On Tap)

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