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In this inspiring episode of Soulful Self-Care Conversations, host Pearl Chiarenza sits down with executive, career, and self-development coach Jessica Manca for a deep, heartfelt conversation about discovering your passion, overcoming self-doubt, and confidently stepping into your purpose.

Jessica, author of the insightful book "Finding Passion," shares her transformative journey from feeling trapped in an unfulfilling, though prestigious career to becoming an empowered entrepreneur and passionate coach who helps her clients shift from imposter syndrome to personal and professional fulfillment.

Key Highlights from the Episode:

• Jessica’s Journey from Corporate Burnout to Career Fulfillment
  • Jessica candidly discusses her impressive yet exhausting career in technology consulting, working with global giants like Deloitte and Amazon.
  • She reveals the pivotal moment when she realized the corporate path wasn't aligned with her true values and how she courageously stepped away.
• Listening to Your Inner Wisdom
  • Jessica emphasizes the importance of listening to your intuition. She explains how discomfort and burnout served as signs that something was off track in her life.
  • She describes her process of self-discovery with a coach, which led to finding her true passion—empowering others to live authentically.
• The Power of Coaching
  • Pearl and Jessica highlight the value of having a mentor or coach when navigating significant life and career changes.
  • Jessica shares how hiring a coach helped her gain clarity, confidence, and create an actionable exit strategy from her corporate job, leading her toward entrepreneurship.
• Overcoming Fear and Imposter Syndrome
  • Jessica openly discusses the common fears she and her clients faced—fears of leaving stability, judgment from others, and self-doubt.
  • Both Pearl and Jessica offer practical advice and personal insights on overcoming fear, taking risks, and confronting imposter syndrome head-on.
• Aligning Your Life and Career with Personal Values
  • Jessica emphasizes the crucial step of defining your personal values and how these core values become your compass for every decision you make in life and work.
  • Pearl reinforces the concept that being authentic and aligned with your values ensures sustained happiness and fulfillment.
• Creating Sustainable Life Changes
  • Jessica discusses how personal change is a gradual, intentional process that requires consistent effort and self-awareness.
  • Both coaches agree that lasting transformation involves developing new habits and mindsets that support long-term success.
• Impactful Client Stories
  • Jessica shares inspiring success stories of her clients who transformed their lives through coaching, moving from stuck and overwhelmed to empowered and fulfilled.
  • Pearl shares heartfelt client experiences highlighting breakthroughs in communication, self-worth, and confidence.
• Self-Care as a Foundation for Success
  • Pearl and Jessica underscore the importance of soulful self-care, reminding listeners that prioritizing themselves is essential, not selfish.
  • They discuss creating harmony (not just balance) and ensuring self-care aligns with living your true passion.

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