The Ampersand Manifesto: Make Your Mark in Multiple Fields

• Emily J. Smith on Writing Her Debut Novel While Leading in Tech

  Jessica speaks with Emily J. Smith, a writer and tech professional based in Brooklyn, New York. Her debut novel, NOTHING SERIOUS, published by William Morrow (HarperCollins), is out now wherever you buy books. Emily studied Electrical and Computer Engineering at Cornell and earned an MBA from UC Berkeley. She has led teams at top tech companies and nonprofits, and she is the founder of the dating app, Chorus. Her writing has appeared in The Rumpus, Catapult, Slate, Hobart, The Washington Post, Vice, and other publications. Follow Emily’s work at emjsmith.com, and buy NOTHING SERIOUS wherever you get your books.~Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand looking for a sounding board? Jessica helps executives, leaders, and founders like you gain clarity and lead bravely. As your trusted advisor and growth partner, I work with you to make the invisible visible and develop an action plan to fulfill your goals. For nearly two decades, Jessica led marketing teams, launched products, and grew businesses at places like Apple, the San Francisco Opera, Smule, and Magoosh. As an Ampersand in many facets, she knows personally what it’s like to hold many roles simultaneously, to sit on the executive team, and to find fulfillment. With a BA in Music and a BS in Product Design from Stanford, coupled with an MBA from UC Berkeley and coach training from the Center for Executive Coaching, her unique mix of analytical & creative allows her to bring both depth and breadth of perspective into the coaching process.As a coach, Jessica works to champion you – the full, multifaceted you – so you can thrive.Visit ⁠jessicawan.com⁠ or BOOK AN INTRO CALL: ⁠https://calendly.com/jessicawancoaching/intro-call-coaching⁠CreditsProduced and hosted by ⁠Jessica Wan⁠Co-produced, edited, sound design, and original music by ⁠Carlos Schmitt

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• The Ampersand Manifesto Season 4 Trailer

  What happens when you refuse to choose just one path? On The Ampersand Manifesto, host Jessica Wan – executive coach & classical singer – sits down with “the most interesting people at the dinner party” – those who have made their mark in two or more seemingly different worlds. Through candid conversations, we explore what it takes to navigate multiple callings, find the connection points between them, and redefine success on our own terms. Together, we’re co-creating The Ampersand Manifesto – principles for leading a bold, multi-passionate life.In Season 4 she talks with a range of folks who have written books, given talks and workshops worldwide, and invented new ways of connecting the world. Get ready to meet Ampersands who straddle roles like product leader & novelist, financial advisor & piano teacher, and capital architect & bandleader.~Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand looking for a sounding board? Jessica helps executives, leaders, and founders like you gain clarity and lead bravely. As your trusted advisor and growth partner, I work with you to make the invisible visible and develop an action plan to fulfill your goals. For nearly two decades, Jessica led marketing teams, launched products, and grew businesses at places like Apple, the San Francisco Opera, Smule, and Magoosh. As an Ampersand in many facets, she knows personally what it’s like to hold many roles simultaneously, to sit on the executive team, and to find fulfillment. With a BA in Music and a BS in Product Design from Stanford, coupled with an MBA from UC Berkeley and coach training from the Center for Executive Coaching, her unique mix of analytical & creative allows her to bring both depth and breadth of perspective into the coaching process.As a coach, Jessica works to champion you – the full, multifaceted you – so you can thrive.Visit ⁠jessicawan.com⁠ or BOOK AN INTRO CALL: ⁠https://calendly.com/jessicawancoaching/intro-call-coaching⁠~CreditsProduced and Hosted by ⁠Jessica Wan⁠Co-produced, edited, sound design, and original music by ⁠Carlos SchmittMusic by ⁠Denys Kyshchuk⁠ and ⁠Stockaudios⁠ from ⁠Pixaba⁠y

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• Fostering Courage with Josh Willis, NASA Scientist, Improv Guy, and Climate Elvis

  Episode description: In our final episode of Season 3, Jessica speaks with Josh Willis, actor, improviser, filmmaker and occasional Elvis impersonator.  Known to his friends and fans as Climate Elvis, he also has a secret identity: Josh is a climate scientist who studies global warming for NASA. He's the lead NASA scientist for the satellites that measure sea level rise from space. He worked on a project called Oceans Melting Greenland, or conveniently, OMG for short, where he led an airborne mission to Greenland to understand how the oceans were melting away Greenland’s ice from below.  Josh studied physics and mathematics at the University of Houston and earned his PhD in Oceanography from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. He's a graduate of the Conservatory Program of The Second City Training Center and teaches improv in the LA area at Turbine Arts Collective. Follow the OMG Nasa project on Instagram @omgnasa Find Climate Elvis at facebook.com/ClimateElvis Take an improv class with Josh at https://www.turbine-arts.org/ Find out more about Cazadero Performing Arts Family Camp at cazfamilycamp.org ~ This is our last episode of season 3, and what a season it's been!  We started off with a conversation with Rich Lyons, Chancellor of UC Berkeley + Musician – all the way back in July, and have talked with an aspiring Olympian, several authors who straddle other worlds, and a meditation teacher who's created art with Björk.  We're going to be taking a holiday break and will be back with new episodes in early 2025. Take this chance to catch up on episodes you might have missed, and if you want to give some extra love, leave a rating and review so more people can find out about this show.  Have a beautiful, safe, and peaceful holiday season. ~ Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand who's recently taken on more responsibility at work?  From steering relationships at the C-level to piloting conversations with teams and peers, increasing visibility and opportunities in your field, integrating your creative endeavors, or connecting the dots in your personal life — as a parent, child, and partner — Jessica can help you traverse the unknown challenges and situations that arise as a leader. BOOK AN INTRO CALL: ⁠https://calendly.com/jessicawancoaching/intro-call-coaching⁠⁠ Follow Jessica on LinkedIn Credits Produced and Hosted by ⁠⁠Jessica Wan⁠⁠ Co-produced, edited, and sound design by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Carlos Schmitt⁠ Theme music by ⁠⁠Denys Kyshchuk⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Stockaudios⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠Pixaba⁠y

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• Healing Intergenerational Trauma with Susan Lieu, Multihyphenate Storyteller, Chocolatier, and Cool Mom

  Jessica speaks with Susan Lieu, Vietnamese-American author, playwright, and performer.  She's the creator of her theatrical solo show "140 LBS: How Beauty Killed My Mother," which received critical acclaim from LA Times, NPR, and American Theatre.  Her debut memoir, The Manicurist’s Daughter, is an Apple Book Pick of the Month and Must Listen of the Month, and has received accolades from The New York Times, NPR Books, Elle Magazine, and The Washington Post.  She's also the cofounder of Socola Chocolatier; the co-host of the podcast Model Minority Moms; a proud alum of Harvard, Yale, and Hedgebrook; and a mom of a 4-year old boy. https://www.susanlieu.me/ Instagram: @susanlieu, @celadonbooks  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanlieuofficial TikTok: @susanlieuofficial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanlieu/ Model Minority Moms: https://modelminoritymoms.com/ Socola Chocolatier: https://www.socolachocolates.com/ ~ Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand who's recently taken on more responsibility at work?  From steering relationships at the C-level to piloting conversations with teams and peers, increasing visibility and opportunities in your field, integrating your creative endeavors, or connecting the dots in your personal life — as a parent, child, and partner — Jessica can help you traverse the unknown challenges and situations that arise as a leader. BOOK AN INTRO CALL: ⁠https://calendly.com/jessicawancoaching/intro-call-coaching⁠⁠ Follow Jessica on LinkedIn Credits Produced and Hosted by ⁠⁠Jessica Wan⁠⁠ Co-produced, edited, and sound design by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Carlos Schmitt⁠ Theme music by ⁠⁠Denys Kyshchuk⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Stockaudios⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠Pixaba⁠y⁠

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• The Art of Listening with Stephen Kohler, Leadership Coach and Singer-Songwriter

  This week, Jessica talks with Stephen Kohler, leadership coach & singer-songwriter.  Stephen is the Founder & CEO of Audira, where he brings a passion for people along with 25 years of extensive business experience within organizations ranging from startups to Fortune 100 companies.  At age 15, Stephen discovered the electric guitar, piano, and vocals, which ignited a lifelong passion for rock and pop music. In 2022, he released his debut album, Daydream.  He earned an MBA from University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business, a BA in Philosophy from Northwestern, and is a certified Professional Coach. His passions include spending time with his wife, two children and two dogs.  Find out more about Audira at audiralabs.com, and hear more of Stephen’s music at stephenkohlermusic.com. ~ Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand who's recently taken on more responsibility at work?  From steering relationships at the C-level to piloting conversations with teams and peers, increasing visibility and opportunities in your field, integrating your creative endeavors, or connecting the dots in your personal life — as a parent, child, and partner — Jessica can help you traverse the unknown challenges and situations that arise as a leader. BOOK AN INTRO CALL: ⁠https://calendly.com/jessicawancoaching/intro-call-coaching⁠⁠ Follow Jessica on LinkedIn Credits Produced and Hosted by ⁠⁠Jessica Wan⁠⁠ Co-produced, edited, and sound design by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Carlos Schmitt⁠ Theme music by ⁠⁠Denys Kyshchuk⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Stockaudios⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠Pixaba⁠y⁠

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