122. How to Invest in Your Mind, Body, Soul, and Career; Soft Life Living, and Glow Up Tips with Jodie Taylor

A fellow Northwestern University alum, Jodie Taylor has dedicated her career towards championing and supporting diverse entrepreneurship in and beyond the tech sector. And with her foray into TikTok, she’s using her newest platform to create a space/community for women to navigate their individual journeys. On today’s episode of Too Smart For This, join Alexis and Jodie as they engage in a candid conversation about womanhood, career, and all the challenges in between.Show Notes2:24 Rapid fire questions6:12 The role of curiosity in developing a rich, fulfilling life8:04 Finding more joy in Womanhood14:46 Analyzing your career from a brand viewpoint16:00 Importance of developing transferable/tactical skills to aid in switching career paths18:02 When is it time to leave a job?18:00 1) Diminishing returns 18:57 2) Check in with yourself – how is your mental well-being?19:19 3) No longer feeling challenged22:16 Living life with a sense of urgency23:24 Importance of fellowship in hard times25:56 You don’t have to have it all figured it out26:50 Pour your energy into you27:06 WEAR! SUNSCREEN!27:56 Utilizing your early twenties as a medium/vehicle for self-exploration + growth30:25 Relinquishing the idea that relationships are the apex of your life34:24 Creating space for vulnerability in relationships36:05 The importance of naming your emotions38:03 Ask for your needs to be met41:52 Manifesting anything you desire 43:14 Standing firm and steadfast in what you seek in life44:46 Plastic surgery in the modern world47:06 Procedure recommendations48:59 Skincare recommendations53:39 How to: build your confidence and brand55:05 Think about your brand ethos from an outsider persecptive55:21 Take inspired action55:45 Creating a brand profile from a social standpoint56:05 Your social media presence will precede you57:52 Creating proof points for yourself to validate your self schemaResources/MentionedPaula’s Choice BHA Liquid Exfoliant: https://rb.gy/okw7mObagi Medical-Grade Moisturizers: https://rb.gy/e8vpfEltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF: https://rb.gy/ydtptKosas Revealer Concealer: https://rb.gy/ofrg1Tower 28 Cream Bronzer: https://rb.gy/to169Refy Beauty Brow Sculpt: https://rb.gy/48yx3Rare Beauty Liquid Blush: https://rb.gy/5jajnKorean Exfoliating Mitt: https://rb.gy/yb27aDelina Exclusif Perfume: https://rb.gy/rt09hKeep up with Jodie!@jodiektay on TikTok@jkt823 on InstagramToo Collective GiveawayToo Collective WebsiteToo Collective Affirmation TextsFollow Too Collective on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toocollective/?hl=enFollow Alexis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexisbarber/?hl=enFollow Alexis on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alexisbarber_?lang=enSubscribe to Alexis on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7-YnRrflV9g6nLMWUkwDtAAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy