Being Unapologetically Authentic with Jean Tien

Debunking the Myths of Success: The Hussle

Hussle isn't required for success. In fact, it can actually stall or kill your success. Instead, allow yourself to be in a state of rest as much as is required to allow for creativity to blossom and productivity to rise.

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What does it take to be an Intentional Optimist?

Today, Andrea Johnson, aka The Intentional Optimist, shares her secrets on what it takes to be intentionally optimistic...and it's not what you think. There's no faking it here!

Andrea Johnson is a thought leader, speaker, coach, leadership trainer, podcaster (Intentional Optimists podcast) and Professional Encourager. With over 23 years as an administrator and Operations Manager in a university medical setting, Andrea found her passion for helping others lead authentically both professionally and personally.

In this episode, you'll learn:

1. What is an Intentional Optimist and What it's Not (hint: faking it or spritiaul bypassing)?

2. Andrea's 6 Tenants of Intentional Optimism

3. Why it's important to establish your Core Values

4. Truth behind Andrea's success

 

To learn more about Andrea, you can find her on:

1. Website: https://www.theintentionaloptimist.com/

2. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theintentionaloptimist/

3. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-johnson-the-intentional-optimist/

 

You can also catch this episode on my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/ZnxYhmHZueo

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Debunking the Myths of Success: The Time Factor

There is no time limit when it comes to success.

Check out this episode as I share how time has been working against you in your quest for success.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-FTjGsjEX2k

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Conversations with a Supermom

New Episode Drop

 

Ever wish you knew the Secrets of a Supermom? If so, you'll want to tune in this week for my conversation with Lori Oberbroeckling. A mom of four, Lori is also a corporate leader, podcaster, productivity expert, and author of the book Secrets of Supermom: How Extraordinary Moms Succeed at Work and Home & How You Can Too! She is passionate about helping parents who want fulfilling careers–or side hustles or passion projects–while also wanting to feel present and connected to their families.

 

In this episode, Lori and I talk about:

1. how she juggles all of her different roles at home and at work;

2. the systems that help her stay on track;

3. why her morning routine is critical to her success; and

4. burnout.

 

This is an episode you won't want to miss!

 

For more information about Lori, including her book and podcast, check out her website at https://secretsofsupermom.com.

 

Turning the Tables with Valerie Moses

New Episode Drop!

 

Today, my special guest, Valerie Moses, podcast host of Wellness and Wanderlust which is an audio only podcast about creating your best life through small changes in habits. Valerie began her career in community engagement and public relations in 2013 after receiving her bachelor's degree from the University of Central Florida, where she later earned her MBA. Now based in Sanford, Florida, Valerie loves to help busy professionals prioritize wellness and self-care through Wellness & Wanderlust. Her writing has been featured in The Financially Independent Millennial, The South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Insight Magazine, LifeStyleBody and more. When she isn't at a community event or cheering on the UCF Knights, Valerie can be found exploring the hidden gems of Central Florida.

 

Valerie shares with us:

1. how she found her passion in podcasting;

2. why the connection between mind, body, and spirit connection is so important;

3. how she overcame her fears when starting her podcast; and

4. her truth when it comes to success.

 

This episode is full of great tools to help you pursue your passion.

 

For more information about Valerie, you can find her on:

1. her website

2. Instagram 

3. LinkedIn

 

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De-Conditioning through Jewelry with Lofttan Founder, April Mitchell-Boudreau

I'm so excited to have my friend, April Mitchell-Boudreau, with me on the show today. April is the founder and designer behind Lofttan, an Indigenous owned company based in the heart of the beautiful Niagara region and traditional lands of the Haudenosaunee and Anishnabe people. Owner/designer April Mitchell-Boudreau is a Turtle clan Mohawk with roots at Six Nations. She’s passionate about awakening and engaging the creator that lives inside all of us. Lofttan is designed and made in Niagara, using textures and traditional materials like shell, sustainably sourced wood, and semi-precious stones.

April and I talk about how her jewelry empowers women to be creative without judgment or punishment and encouraging women to choose for themselves again.

In this episode, April shares with us the:

• How she turned her hobby into a successful business;
• Healing power of jewelry;
• Power of choice; 
• How to create sustainable success, and how sustainability is essential to success; and
• Definition HER Success.

For more information about Lofttan and April, you can visit their website at Lofttan - Love Yours Everyday.

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What is YOUR Truth About Success?

Welcome back to Season 3 of the Being Unapologetically Authentic podcast! I'm SO excited to be back with you this season, where we dive into the TRUTH behind success.

Each one of us has been taught to believe in success. Some of us have been told what success look should like, and others, have braved the wilderness to look for their own version of success. 

Wherever you are on your journey, I invite you to join me this season as I begin to uncover what is true to me (and my guests) about success in my career, as a mom / wife / daughter, and as an individual. 

We start by defining "truth" and how the process of discovering our truth is like peeling a banana. Curious? Me too! Let's get started!

If you liked this episode, please like and share with a friend or two. You can also learn more about me at https://jeantien.com.

Same but Different

I am closing out Season 2 of the Being Unapologetically Authentic podcast with this little reminder that despite our differences, we're all the same. Hopefully this season has resonated with you and has shown you that you're not alone. Our experiences are unique but our challenges are the fundamentally the same. I will resume Season 3 in March 2023.

Until then, please don't hesitate to reach out with questions at info@jeantien.com. Or, for more information on how to work with me, check out https://jeantien.com.

Signing off for now.

Much love

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Does Education Really Equate to Success?

Growing up, education was always seen as the path to success. It's how my parents grew up and it's what they instilled in us. This was a shared experience with many, if not most, of my Asian friends. Our parents pushed us to excel in school because they grew up under a system where better grades meant better opportunities upon graduation.

As John Spinks, senior adviser to the vice chancellor at the University of Hong Kong, said "Education is the driver of social mobility".

As I learn more about the roots of education in the United States; however, I start to wonder is education really the key to success?

Join me in this episode as I share about:

1. the objective of education in the U.S.;

2. is our cultural beliefs around education hurting us or helping us when it comes to Corporate America; and

3. some thoughts on when it's time to step outside of our cultural comfort zone, especially as Asian-American parents raising children in the U.S.

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Where have all the Asians gone?

Why aren't there more employees of Asian descent, especially women, sitting in the corner office of Corporate America?

While there may be plenty of junior level employees who are of Asian descent, the number seems to drop once you cross the threshold into senior management. Asians can't seem to advance to senior management roles within Corporate America. Is this due to the unconscious biases or perhaps even conscious prejudices against Asians? Or is this a symptom of cultural differences that lead to inconsistent management styles?

In this episode of Being Unapologetically Authentic, I share some of my personal observations and career strategies that can help bridge the gap so that more Asians can advance in Corporate America.

 

Want to learn more about me? Check out my website.

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