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/

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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.

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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

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.

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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

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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

Jessica interviews Christina Wallace, Storyteller & Entrepreneur. A self-described “human Venn diagram”, Christina has crafted a career at the intersection of business, technology, and the arts.

She is currently a Senior Lecturer of entrepreneurship at Harvard Business School, an active angel investor, and a Tony-nominated co-producer of Broadway musicals.

Her latest book is The Portfolio Life: How to Future-Proof Your Career, Avoid Burnout, and Build A Life Bigger Than Your Business Card. She co-authored the book New To Big: How Companies Can Create Like Entrepreneurs, Invest Like VCs, and Install a Permanent Operating System for Growth.

A serial entrepreneur, Christina has built businesses in ecommerce, edtech, and media.

She was the co-host of The Limit Does Not Exist, an iHeart podcast with millions of downloads over 3 seasons and 125 episodes.

Christina sings with various chamber choirs, loves adventure travel, and identifies as a mediocre endurance athlete. She lives in Cambridge with her husband and their two children.

Learn more about Christina at christinawallace.com.

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Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand who's recently taken on more responsibility at work? For high-achieving professionals, Jessica Wan’s executive coaching services stand out as a rare gem. She provides strategic guidance and practical solutions, a unique offering that not only propels her clients’ careers forward but also builds their capacity for significant leadership roles in their respective sectors. Her innovative coaching techniques and personalized approach set her apart from the rest.

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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

This week, Jessica talks with Jason Park: trumpeter, arts administrator, & chef. Jason has spent over 20 years working as a chef while also performing and teaching the trumpet. If you are in the classical music scene in the Bay Area, you've probably worked with Jason or heard him play.

He's currently the program administrator for the San Francisco Boys Chorus, Trumpeter for the San Francisco Playhouse, and a freelance stage manager and chef. Jason has had a variety of past job titles like Restaurant Manager, Bartender, Music Arranger, and many more. He also plays the Flute and French Horn.

Follow Jason on Instagram @gojasonpark

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Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand who's recently taken on more responsibility at work? For high-achieving professionals, Jessica Wan’s executive coaching services stand out as a rare gem. She provides strategic guidance and practical solutions, a unique offering that not only propels her clients’ careers forward but also builds their capacity for significant leadership roles in their respective sectors. Her innovative coaching techniques and personalized approach set her apart from the rest.

BOOK AN INTRO CALL: ⁠https://calendly.com/jessicawancoaching/intro-call-coaching⁠⁠

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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

Music samples of Jason Park with Paradigm Brass: Matt Brooks, Marc Bolin, Hall Goff, Todd Martin, Doug Morton, Jason Levis

This week, Jessica talks with Nieka Mamczak, Fitness Instructor, Nutrition Coach, & Sales Enablement Leader for tech companies. A lifelong athlete, she started playing soccer as an elementary school kid and played both soccer and volleyball in high school. Nieka has spent the last 10 years teaching group fitness classes both online and in person, as well as offering nutrition coaching.

Nieka’s spent the past two decades building a career in sales and technology, with a concentrated focus on sales enablement over the past 8 years. She's worked at a number of startups and large organizations, including companies like Udemy, IBM, Drift and Square.

Nieka is a mom of two sons who are now 19 and 18, and two rescue chihuahuas.

Learn more about Nieka on LinkedIn and Instagram @niekadm

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Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand who's recently taken on more responsibility at work? For high-achieving professionals, Jessica Wan’s executive coaching services stand out as a rare gem. She provides strategic guidance and practical solutions, a unique offering that not only propels her clients’ careers forward but also builds their capacity for significant leadership roles in their respective sectors. Her innovative coaching techniques and personalized approach set her apart from the rest.

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

This week, Jessica talks with Vidya Srinivasan – Product Leader, Speaker, D&I advocate, and Singer. Vidya works as a Principal Product Manager on the Trust & Safety team for Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram. Prior to that, she worked at Microsoft. Vidya has filed 21 patents for her work so far. A passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion in tech, she has served as the General Chair of the Grace Hopper Conference — the world's largest gathering of women technologists.

Vidya is a public speaker who has given 130 talks and counting, on a broad range of product, technical and career topics. She holds a degree in Indian classical music and performs regularly. As a speaker and singer, she does a mashup of music and tech on stage.

Vidya is a mom of two young kids and an avid fitness fanatic.

Learn more about Vidya at vidyasrinivasan.info.

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Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand who's recently taken on more responsibility at work? For high-achieving professionals, Jessica Wan’s executive coaching services stand out as a rare gem. She provides strategic guidance and practical solutions, a unique offering that not only propels her clients’ careers forward but also builds their capacity for significant leadership roles in their respective sectors. Her innovative coaching techniques and personalized approach set her apart from the rest.

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

This week, Jessica talks with Don Seaver, psychiatrist & composer/songwriter. Don worked as a Medical Director for the San Francisco County Jail for 30 years, and he currently practices psychiatry with Kaiser Oakland. As a composer, he has collaborated with the Paul Taylor Dance Company, San Francisco Shakespeare Festival, New Conservatory Theatre, and various companies and artists in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Find Don at donseaver.com and listen to Lady of the ‘Loin on Spotify.

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Are you a high achiever, a leader, or an Ampersand who's recently taken on more responsibility at work? For high-achieving professionals, Jessica Wan’s executive coaching services stand out as a rare gem. She provides strategic guidance and practical solutions, a unique offering that not only propels her clients’ careers forward but also builds their capacity for significant leadership roles in their respective sectors. Her innovative coaching techniques and personalized approach set her apart from the rest.

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