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Get Out of Your Own Way
Learn how self-discovery strategies can elevate you from Imposter to Empowered and from Performer to Potential.
Motivational Buoyancy: How to Stay Afloat When the Tide Gets Tough
Have you ever felt stuck—like life’s challenges are pulling you under? Maybe the work feels overwhelming. The path ahead is uncertain. Your energy is running on empty. That’s where motivational buoyancy comes in.
From Judgment to Empowerment: A Leadership Shift That Elevates Teams
Anyone can lead in a way that lifts others up.
Leadership isn’t about fixing people. It’s about creating the right conditions so everyone on your team can grow and contribute.
The most effective leaders shift from judgment to empowerment. From pointing out flaws to building trust. This mindset shift changes everything.
How to Handle High Expectations in Your Job Search
Feeling stuck in your job search? Learn how to recognize when unmet expectations are holding you back, and discover five transformative questions that will help you regain control of your career journey and move forward with renewed clarity.
The Stepping Stone Approach: Get What You Want Without the Overwhelm
Big dreams often stall not because they’re impossible, but because we don’t know the right way to start. The Stepping Stone Approach breaks your vision into clear, doable moves that reduce risk and build real momentum.
Thinkydoers Podcast: Real Talk on Perfectionism and Overthinking
In this podcast episode of Thinkydoers with Sara Lobkovich, Jessica Manca shares stories and strategies on overcoming perfectionism, imposter feelings, and learning to lead from inner clarity.
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How to Listen When the Universe Tries to Tell You Something
Sometimes life whispers. Sometimes it shouts. If you're feeling restless, frustrated, or stuck, it's not random — it's a sign you're being nudged toward something new. Learning to listen to these messages, instead of resisting them, is the key to growing without losing yourself along the way.
Love Those Results! 5 Ways Coaching Transforms Your Overthinking Mind
Coaching helps over-thinkers, introverts, and perfectionists break free from self-imposed limits by shifting their mindset from doubt to confidence, rigidity to flexibility, and perfectionism to learning. Through simple steps for new perspectives, positive language, and greater self-awareness, they unlock their full potential into making lasting transformation.
"Sunday Scaries" Sends Real-Time Feedback to Help Your Career Grow
A simple way to gauge if you're on track with your career goals is to check in with how you feel on Sundays. If you experience dread and anxiety and don't look forward to the workweek, you're dealing with what's commonly called the "Sunday Scaries." Learn three exercises for anyone who wants to regain a fresh start to the workweek.
It’s Time to Stop Wasting Time in Your Career
Make the most of your remaining time with a simple time-tracking experiment. If you feel you’re wasting time at work, you might be showing signs you’re ready for a career change. Try this exercise to give you new data to help you take the next step towards the career you really want.
5 Hard Truths How FOMO Keeps You Stuck, According to a Personal Coach
FOMO (fear of missing out) doesn't just spark fleeting anxiety—it can have lasting effects on your self-esteem, sense of direction, and motivation to build the life you truly desire. Discover five surprising ways FOMO might be holding you back and how to reclaim control of this inner limit.
Why I Want You to Imagine Your Ultimate Future Now
Coach Jessica Manca believes that when we imagine our “Ultimate Future,” we gain direction. Directionality helps us anchor and align to what we want. Learn a simple three step process for bringing your future forward when you’re overthinking and want to get results.
Is Your Workplace Holding You Back? 10 Signs to Watch For
You’re working hard, showing up, and doing your best — but something still feels off. Before you blame yourself, it’s worth asking: Is it really you, or is it the environment you’re in?
This post breaks down 10 subtle but powerful signs that your workplace may be quietly holding you back. If you’re feeling stuck, drained, or questioning your value, these indicators can help you spot whether it’s time to make a change — not in you, but around you.
Break the Habit of Self-judgment :: Read 5 Examples & Powerful Questions
Hear real examples of self-judgment from former clients. Every program starts with a goals self-assessment.
Read the examples below that reveal the client’s thoughts, beliefs and mindset. See what questions I would ask next!
Advancing Your Career :: Why Soft Skills Matter Most
We often combine advancing our careers with gaining more hard skills - degrees, certifications, technical skills. What actually matters most are the skills often referred to as “soft.” This sets of skills are human, teachable and practical for lifelong learners who want to continue to develop themselves and their careers. Learn five strategies to deepen your personal growth and set yourself up for success.
From Stuck to Unstoppable: Master the Art of Values-Based Decisions
If you’re feeling stuck and overwhelmed by choices, it might be a sign that it’s time for a key decision. Here’s a simple strategy to help you break free from overthinking, guiding you to make clear decisions that move you forward with confidence.
The Right Mindset for Success: 5 Steps to Shift into a Positive Mindset
Mindset is crucial for success, as it influences our approach to tasks and can be the main reason people avoid pursuing their goals. People often have a vision for their future but immediately follow it with self-limiting beliefs, highlighting the importance of shifting from a negative to a positive or growth mindset. To cultivate a better mindset for reflection and deep thinking, these five steps can help you shift into a mindset for success.
5 Ways You Undersell Yourself as an Introvert and the Universal Skill You Need to Develop Now
Underselling yourself can be a major obstacle in career advancement, especially for over-thinkers, perfectionists, and introverts. Learn to recognize behaviors that you might be underselling yourself and increase self-understanding. Confidently communicate your value and open doors to new opportunities in your career journey.
8 Remedies You Need to Move Forward When You’re Stuck
Feeling stuck can lead to a negative thought loop and procrastination. When symptoms are long-lasting, we may develop habits that reinforce feeling stuck. Recognize these patterns within yourself and apply the eight remedies when you gain self-awareness to overcome these habits and make progress.
Unlock Your Voice: 20 Simple Phrases Perfectionists Can Use When Asking for Help
Asking for help can be especially challenging for perfectionists. To ease this struggle, discover 20 simple phrases that can make a big difference. Don’t wait until complete overwhelm sets in. Develop your skills when seeking support, and unlock your voice.
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