Real Talk with Jessica
Unlock the Power of the Portfolio Mindset to Thrive
What if success wasn’t about choosing one path, but designing many?
The days of climbing a single career ladder, sticking to one field, or pursuing a linear path to success are fading quickly. Instead, a new paradigm is emerging—one that embraces variety, adaptability, and purpose-driven exploration.
This is the Portfolio Mindset—a dynamic approach to life and work that empowers individuals, teams, and organizations to thrive through intentional variety.
5 Ways to Celebrate International Women’s Day – Portfolioist Style!
In anticipation of International Women’s Day (IWD), March 8th, let’s celebrate all week!
While social media explodes with #Empowerment posts, your inbox is filled with “20% off for women” discounts, and diverse women engage in serious discussions about our collective future, let’s take a moment to say thank you AND find other fun ways to recognize this day/week.
As a multi-passionate Portfolioist juggling multiple careers, passions, and projects, life is already a blend of juggling acts, balancing beams (hello, Olympian life!), and strategic chaos.
So, how do we celebrate IWD in a way that’s meaningful, creative, and, most importantly, fun?
I finished my 2025 Goodreads Reading Challenge and felt that familiar spark of satisfaction.
The goal in 2025 was 88 books. I read 90.
But the impact is SO much more than the number – books have altered my thinking, feeling, and doing!
Here are my top 10 books of 2025 (in no partcicular order):