Real Talk with Jessica

 

Compounding Curiosity: 90 Books in 2025 + Reading’s Long Game

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):

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Less 6–7, More Rizz: A Dope Year-End Reflection

I meant to write this before the holiday rush, but here we are, mid-holiday. And honestly? This feels right. #LessHolidayStress

I’d like to think the extra breathing room makes this reflection less 6–7, more rizz, and still totally dope. #TeenMom #TeenCringe

My aim is simple…share something

Honest + Helpful, True + Transparent, Festive + Fun.

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From Linear to Layered: Future-Proof Your Life with a Portfolio Mindset

In our complex world, shouldn't we redefine success on our own terms to create dynamic, adaptable, and resilient portfolio lives and careers that align with us, fundamentally?

For too long, we’ve been told to pick a major, choose a career, climb the ladder, get that corner office, work to retire, and repeat.  And if you’re not on this track? Shame on you for not “just figuring it out”. It’s time for the Portfolio Mindset Methodology…

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