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You’ve been told to stay humble, let your work speak for itself, and just keep grinding. But guess what? Your work isn’t a microphone—and silence isn’t a strategy.

The truth? High achievers don’t wait to be noticed—they make sure their impact is seen, heard, and valued.

In this episode of Success Unscripted, I’m calling BS on outdated humility and breaking down:
✅ Why the “humble” mindset is keeping you stuck, unseen, and underpaid
✅ The neuroscience behind self-advocacy (and how to train your brain for confidence)
✅ Practical strategies to own your success without feeling arrogant
✅ What top performers, athletes, and industry leaders do differently (spoiler: they don’t play small)

If you’re tired of being the best-kept secret, this episode is your wake-up call.

🎧 Listen now & step into your power.

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You’re smart. You work hard.
You’ve checked the boxes, followed the rules, maybe even exceeded expectations.

So why do you still feel like something’s missing?

This episode is for the high-achievers who’ve started to question their own grind.
The leaders who’ve hit the goals—but still feel off.

The truth:
You’re not stuck. You’re not unmotivated.
You’re just wired for avoidance—and no one taught you how to undo it.

In this no-fluff, science-backed episode of Success Unscripted, I dive into:

• The neuroscience behind why we default to what’s familiar—even when it’s sabotaging us
• What cognitive dissonance actually feels like in the body
• Why your nervous system doesn’t trust you anymore
• How self-leadership starts with the conversations you’re having with yourself
• The high-achiever’s habit loop—and how to break it
• The real reason your goals feel harder than they should

This isn’t a motivational talk.
This is a mirror moment—and it could change everything if you let it.

🎯 Ready to lead with power and precision?

Applications for my next Communicate to Lead cohort are now open.
This isn’t just about public speaking—it’s about leading from the inside out.

👉🏽 Apply here: https://jessicarivera.co/communicate-to-lead/
🎧 Listen now. Lead boldly. Live in alignment.

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Most people say they want change—but few are willing to do the inner work required to lead it.

Dan Lloyd has sat with celebrities, politicians, CEOs—and still, his greatest work has been showing up for himself. Raised in a biracial household on Long Island, Dan’s journey led him from the world of sports and music to building a civic movement that’s reshaping power from the ground up.

In this episode of Success Unscripted, Dan and Jessica have the kind of raw conversation most leaders won’t say out loud. They unpack the real cost of visibility, why showing up isn’t enough if you’re not bringing value, and how emotional resilience—not ego—is the secret to lasting influence.

This episode will challenge how you see politics, leadership, and yourself.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The truth about value—and why most people misunderstand it
• How therapy and self-reflection shifted the way Dan leads and lives
• Why local politics is the gateway to power, wealth, and real impact
• How to stop taking things personally when you’re building something bigger than you
• What it actually means to show up fully in your own life

This is the kind of conversation that doesn’t just inspire—it activates.

🔗 Follow Dan: @danlloyd
🔗 Minority Millennials: @minoritymillennials

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She thought running a restaurant was just about food.
Turns out—she was learning how to lead herself.

Massiel “Massy” Medina is a natural-born host and entrepreneur who loves entertaining—and who’s discovering that true success means building confidence, creating boundaries, and letting go of control.

In this episode of Success Unscripted, we talk about:

How saying “yes” to everything led to overwhelm—and how delegating helped her reclaim joy

The importance of self-care rituals like sauna, meditation, and movement to replenish energy

Why building a supportive team changed everything—and why trust is key

Facing imposter syndrome head-on without a college degree—and finding strength in lived experience

The power of tough conversations, speaking her truth, and releasing toxic positivity

What it means to grow from the inside out, embracing vulnerability and authenticity

Massy is on a journey to build her business—and herself—one conscious choice at a time.

🔗 https://www.instagram.com/iammassymedina/

This episode is for the leaders who crave growth beyond the hustle, for the overthinkers seeking peace, and for anyone learning how to trust themselves and others again.

I’m proud of this one—and I know you’ll feel it too.

Let me know what came up for you. DM me @jessicarivera.co or visit JessicaRivera.co

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What started as a career path turned into a journey of self-discovery.
She wasn’t just making a living—she was learning to live fully.

Katherine Serrano Sosa is part of the 2%—a licensed Latina architect who left behind the corporate mold to create a practice rooted in purpose, alignment, and intention.

In this episode of Success Unscripted, we talk about the journey underneath the job title—the healing, the self-discovery, and the quiet work it takes to show up as your full self in the rooms you once felt small in.

We get into:

How therapy, journaling, and heartbreak helped her find clarity

Why personal healing and professional growth go hand in hand

What it means to return to your most confident, expressive self

The difference between aligned action and performative effort

Letting go of people-pleasing and creating boundaries without guilt

Katherine isn’t starting over. She’s coming home to who she’s always been.

🔗 https://www.instagram.com/katherineaserranososa/
🔗 https://www.instagram.com/rooted_architecture/
📪 katherine@rootedarchitecturestudio.com

This one’s for the high-achievers doing the inner work. For the eldest daughters, the quiet ones, the ones who’ve outgrown shrinking. I’m proud of this one—and I think you’ll feel it too.

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He was signed to Uptown Records as a teen.
He went on world tour with Diddy.
He worked behind the scenes of some of the biggest moments in music.
And then—he walked away.

Today, Harold Wilkerson (@uptownharry0) is a college professor, communication strategist, and founder of @chase.republic, where he teaches high-level professionals how to lead with clarity, confidence, and calculated communication.

In this episode of Success Unscripted, Harold shares the transformation that took him from the studio to the boardroom—and why he’s done playing the background.

We dive into:

• Why working with Sean “Diddy” Combs changed his path—and his mindset
• How media distorts identity, especially for men of color, and how to take it back
• The four types of self: open, blind, hidden, unknown—and why most leaders crash into their blind spots
• What it means to communicate with purpose, not performance
• Why he’s stepping into the spotlight—for good

Harold’s book, It’s Beyond Words: The Art of Calculated Communication, is available now on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F732MQS6

This episode is for the leaders who know they were never meant to stay silent.

In this episode, Harold shares his personal experiences working with Sean “Diddy” Combs. These are personal reflections, not endorsements. At Success Unscripted, we believe in making space for complex truths, integrity, and honest conversation.

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Sarcasm isn’t communication—it’s avoidance. Guilt jokes aren’t funny—they’re manipulation.
In this no-fluff episode of Success Unscripted, Jessica Rivera exposes the toxic communication habits that are destroying your influence and your relationships—especially if you’re over 30 and still calling it “just a joke.”

Jessica shares a real-life story from her own experience, backs it up with science from Harvard and Yale, and breaks down how guilt, sarcasm, and emotional reactivity are signs that it’s time to grow the hell up.

This episode is your wake-up call to:

• Speak like a leader, not a victim
• Stop taking everything personally
• Trade guilt-tripping for real connection
• Communicate your needs with clarity, not cruelty
• Check your sarcasm at the door and upgrade your emotional intelligence

🔊 It’s not just about talking—it’s about taking responsibility for the energy behind your words.

Ready to master your message, handle hard conversations with grace, and finally lead with clarity and power—at work and at home?
💥 Then it’s time to join the next Communicate to Lead cohort.

👉 DM me the word LEAD on Instagram @jessicarivera.co and I’ll personally send you the application. Let’s build your leadership from the inside out.

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In this powerful milestone episode, Jessica Rivera turns 50 and shares 5 transformative life lessons every high-achieving woman needs to hear.

If you’ve ever struggled to receive love, felt like you needed to be strong all the time, or found yourself playing small in rooms you’ve earned your seat in—this episode will speak directly to your soul.

🎙️ Jessica gets honest about:

• Why love is always the answer, even when it feels impossible
• How softness is your real strength in leadership and motherhood
• The hidden cost of playing small in your career and relationships
• How to stop beating yourself up and start healing your mindset
• Why releasing old stories and trauma is the key to receiving what you deserve
• Tools like meditation, breathwork, and radical self-awareness that helped her get here

This episode is for people who are ready to lead with more heart, clarity, and confidence—and who are done waiting for permission to fully show up.

“You don’t need to earn your joy. You need to stop blocking it.” —Jessica Rivera

🎧 Listen to Episode 12 of Success Unscripted now on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app.

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Chapters
00:00 Embracing 50: A New Perspective
00:59 The Power of Love
04:13 Softness as Strength
07:07 The Importance of Releasing
10:00 Playing Small: Breaking Free
13:11 Self-Compassion and Growth
16:18 Curiosity Over Blame
19:23 Tools for Transformation
22:26 Looking Forward to the Future

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