And so it seems that every time you step out of your comfort zone, that comfort zone stretches just a litttttttle more, making each next step a bit scarier. But, as I’ve always said, the best things in life start happening when you push yourself just beyond that point of discomfort. Better known here, of …

Stepping Out Of My Health & Fitness Comfort Zone (Again) Read More »

Last week, The Penny Hoarder, one of the largest personal finance websites in the world with more than 16 million readers, published a profile on me and shared the story of how I quit my full-time job to start my business Jessica Lawlor & Company. The piece (which has been viewed more than 23,000 times …

To The “Haters”: You Never See The Full Picture, So Please Stop Judging Read More »

I recently joined a fancy new gym. I’m pretty obsessed with the place. It has a beautiful outdoor pool, a healthy cafe (which has doubled as my office away from home), a spa, tons of gym equipment, and most excitingly for me, a full schedule of group classes.  I’m in fitness heaven. But that’s besides …

Why I Love Being Bad at Stuff (Seriously) Read More »

Every once in awhile I hear a quote or a poem or a story that sticks with me for days. That’s exactly what happened recently when I heard Jess Lively refer to a story called “The Two Wolves” on a podcast episode. Immediately, I pressed pause and headed over to Google to learn more. Lots of different variations …

The 96-Word Story That’s Blowing My Mind Read More »

February 1 will always hold a special place in my heart. One year ago today, I took a giant leap into the unknown when I quit my safe and comfortable 9-5 job and officially started my business. For the past 12 months, I’ve documented every step of the journey in my Becoming CEO series. From detailing …

From Side Hustle to CEO: Celebrating One Year in Business Read More »

Nearly a year ago, I quit a thriving career in public relations to take my business, blog and brand full time. After years of planning, hustling and dreaming, I took my future into my own hands on December 17 when I resigned from a safe and comfortable corporate job working in travel and tourism public relations. (Curious to know exactly …

It’s Official: Say Hello to Jessica Lawlor & Company Read More »