About Second
I write about the human experience & I view life as one big experiment.
Hi! I’m Jess — a speaker, 2x author, podcast host, and global Leadership Development strategist who helps professionals grow with confidence, purpose, and a little bit of pizzaz.
By day, I run Learning and Development programs across North America, EMEA, and APAC for Intuitive, designing leadership programs that reach 1,800+ people leaders worldwide. I bring strategy to life in ways that are practical, engaging, and YES, sometimes even fun! ;)
Through speaking, workshops, and coaching, I turn my global experience into insights you can actually use — helping individuals and teams grow faster, lead smarter, and feel more confident in the process.
As the host of the Career Coaching with Jessness podcast, I share guidance for building a career you love while diving into the deeper journey of self-discovery. I believe your career is a mirror: what shows up in your external world reflects your internal world. My goal is to help you figure out not just what to do next but also who you are along the way.
With over a decade in leadership development, I mix practical advice, storytelling, and strategy to help professionals and teams grow through change and lead with authenticity.
I’m also the author of Your Twenties and Thank You for Dumping Me, where I explore trusting the unknown, personal growth, self-trust, and resilience.
Check out my work, explore my books, and connect to collaborate — whether it’s speaking, brain dates, or meetups like book clubs, writing sessions, or workshops, I’m excited to hear from you!
Until then, sign up for my monthly Work in Progress Bulletin where I share career tips, writing & self-discovery insights, life updates, and the fun stuff I’m loving—plus exclusive bits I don’t share anywhere else. Talk soon!