Florida Atlantic University Men’s Basketball Head Coach John Jakus joins The Paige Kornblue Show for a conversation that goes well beyond the court.

As he enters his third season at FAU, Coach Jakus shares his perspective on the changing landscape of college athletics, what it takes to bring a team together, and the lessons he's learned from some of basketball's best.

He also shares the personal journey that brought his family back to the United States, how his son's autism diagnosis changed the course of his career, and how fatherhood continues to shape his perspective on life and coaching.

From youth sports and parenting to slowing down and finding joy in the game, it’s a conversation about leadership, family, community and what matters most.

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How do you know when a chapter of your life is over and how do you leave it well?

In this Pause with PK solo episode, I shares a chance conversation at a Miami Dolphins game that brought me back to a “Keeper” my mom saved more than 30 years ago: a passage about the art of the graceful exit.

Life happens in seasons. Careers change. Friendships evolve. Relationships end. We move, divorce, change direction and outgrow versions of ourselves. And while I admit, I’m not always quick to close a chapter, I believe deeply in the importance of exiting one with grace… especially when it comes to careers and divorce (when possible!).

This short reflection is an invitation to consider the chapters and seasons in your own life: what deserves to be held onto, what may be ready to end, and how we can honor what mattered without needing to stay there.
Take a few minutes to Pause with PK… and wherever life takes you next, hold tight to the good.

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There comes a moment in life when many of us find ourselves asking:

Am I ready?
Am I qualified?
What if I take the leap?

In this episode of The Paige Kornblue Show, I sit down with business and personal brand strategist Allison Walsh to explore what it really takes to rewrite your next chapter with confidence.

Allison, founder of She Believed She Could™, shares how one mentor's belief in her changed the course of her life, why confidence isn't something you're born with but something you build and how taking one next step can lead to extraordinary change. We discuss overcoming self-doubt, personal branding, visibility, redefining success, entrepreneurship, motherhood, and creating a life that's aligned with your values.

Whether you're considering a career change, launching a business, figuring out how to start or boost your personal brand, stepping into leadership, or simply searching for the courage to trust yourself a little more, this conversation offers practical advice and meaningful encouragement for whatever chapter comes next.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why confidence comes from action, not perfection.
• How to move through fear, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome.
• What personal branding really means
• How to stop playing small and start taking the next step.
• Why redefining success can change both your career and your life.
• The power of mentors, community, and believing in yourself before you feel completely ready.

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Website: https://www.shebelievedshecould.co
Instagram: @allisonwalsh
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