Brave Career Leaps: From Underpaid to Unstoppable in Sustainable Development with Jennie Block E150

"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 less
  • The importance of financial stability, prioritizing savings and building an emergency fund
  • Navigating being underpaid
  • Making bold decisions that balance life and career desires and goals
  • Sustainable Living and Sustainable Product Development 

Resources:
Connect with Jennie Block on LinkedIn 




If you are an established woman in tech who is creating results and making an impact at work so your workload and stress just keep growing but promotions and salary bumps remain a distant dream, it is time for change. 

Listen, we all know the tech industry has dramatically changed. It's time your career approach did too. 

You don't need cookie-cutter programs or dusty advice from outdated playbooks, because what works for tech bros, won't work for you. You need individualized, bespoke support to build your brave career. One that reflects who you are as a woman in tech. 

I invite you to explore career coaching with me. Get all the details, including prices and client results, at TrickSteinbach.com.

You can stress less, work less, and earn more. You've already earned it. Let's make it happen. 
Brave Career Leaps: From Underpaid to Unstoppable in Sustainable Development with Jennie Block E150
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