🎙 Your American Dream Podcast — Featuring Wendy Cocke

In this special episode of Your American Dream, be inspired by the trailblazing story of Wendy Cocke—a Fortune 500 engineer turned bestselling author and leadership consultant whose journey proves that flexible work isn’t a limitation—it’s a launchpad. Wendy’s career evolution from chemical engineer to director, speaker, and founder of Engineering Leadership Solutions is a powerful example of reinvention, advocacy, and values-aligned success.

After navigating the high-stakes world of corporate leadership while raising a family, Wendy redefined the rules of success and created a framework for flexible work that doesn't sacrifice ambition. Her bestselling books—Making Flex Work and Reimagine Your Work—equip professionals and organizations to embrace flexibility as a tool for advancement, not a compromise.

Whether you're a working parent, an engineering leader, or someone reimagining your career path, this episode is filled with actionable takeaways, mindset shifts, and inspiration to redefine success on your own terms.

Here’s what you’ll walk away with:

⚙️ How Wendy turned work-life conflict into a catalyst for innovation 📚 What inspired Making Flex Work and how it challenges traditional corporate norms 🚀 Strategies for negotiating flexible work that supports career growth and leadership 💡 Powerful mindset shifts around success, boundaries, and integration 👩‍🔧 Encouragement for women in engineering—and all professionals—to build careers that align with both ambition and personal priorities

This conversation is a reminder that the “American Dream” isn’t just about climbing the ladder—it’s about designing the ladder to fit your life.

🎧 Episode Outline

Wendy's Journey in Engineering (0:00) Navigating Work-Life Balance (7:08) Making Flex Work: The Book (12:27) Applying Flex Work for Entrepreneurs (17:43) Reimagine Your Work: A New Perspective (22:38) Challenges for Women in Engineering (25:47) Advice for Young Women in Engineering (30:12)

🔗 Connect with Wendy Cocke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendycocke Website: https://www.engineeringleadershipsolutions.com

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🎙 Your American Dream Podcast — Featuring Roma Agarwal

In this episode of Your American Dream, get ready to be inspired by the story of Roma Agarwal—a purpose-driven entrepreneur and immigrant professional turned sustainable business visionary. Roma’s journey from corporate life to founding Earth Swag is a powerful testament to mission-led entrepreneurship, environmental responsibility, and redefining success on your own terms.

After navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship and identity as an immigrant, Roma launched Earth Swag, a sustainable merchandising company helping businesses gift with intention while protecting the planet. Her work empowers eco-conscious companies to align their marketing strategies with environmental impact—making branded merchandise a force for good.

Whether you're a sustainable business owner, an eco-conscious entrepreneur, or a marketing professional curious about merging impact with innovation, this conversation is packed with insights, action steps, and heart-led encouragement.

Here’s what you’ll walk away with:

- How Roma turned her corporate experience and sustainability passion into a catalyst for change - What inspired the creation of Earth Swag and its mission to make branded gifts meaningful and eco-friendly - Strategies to integrate sustainability into your marketing and merchandising - Powerful mindset shifts around entrepreneurship, community leadership, and legacy-building - Encouragement to lead with purpose while serving both profit and planet

This conversation is a reminder that the “American Dream” is yours to define—and redefine—with sustainability, community, and purpose at the heart.

🎧 Episode Outline

Roma Agarwal's Journey to Entrepreneurship (0:00) Building Earth Swag: Challenges and Insights (5:34) Sustainability in Marketing: A Conscious Approach (10:06) The Immigrant Entrepreneur Experience (16:47) Community Engagement and Business Growth (21:36) The Future of Sustainable Merchandising (24:22)

🔗 Connect with Roma Agarwal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/romatagarwal/ Website: https://www.earthswag.shop/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earthswagshop/

✨ Ways to Work with Me (Anisha Jennings) Website: https://jenningstechcorner.com/packages/ Book a Free Strategy Call: https://cal.com/anishajennings Follow me on IG @jenningstechcorner or email me at jenningstechcorner@gmail.com to share your thoughts and feedback—I love hearing from you!

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In this episode of Your American Dream, get ready to hear a powerful transformation story from Leslie Gaudet - a woman who boldly walked away from more than 40 years in high-pressure corporate roles to reclaim her wellbeing and reimagine success on her terms.

After experiencing career burnout, Leslie didn’t just hit pause - she hit reset. Through that journey, she created The YES Reset Method, a framework that helps ambitious women optimize their time, protect their energy, and make smarter decisions without sacrificing career growth.

Her story is a masterclass in reclaiming purpose and embracing personal power. Whether you're a corporate professional feeling the weight of burnout, a woman striving for better work-life boundaries, or a leader looking for a more sustainable approach to success - this conversation is for you.

Here’s what you’ll walk away with:

Why burnout doesn’t have to be the end - it can be your beginning

What it really takes to transition from surviving to thriving in your career

How to identify and honor your energetic limits without guilt

A simple yet powerful mindset reframe to shift how you approach productivity

The core pillars of The YES Reset Method and how to apply them in your own life

This episode is an invitation to reset, refocus, and reclaim your version of success - on your terms.

🎧 Episode Outline

From Corporate to Self-Care Strategist (0:00) The Healing Journey Begins (6:04) Understanding Self-Care (11:19) The YES Reset Method Explained (17:22) Advice for Women Experiencing Burnout (30:20)

🔗 Connect with Leslie Gaudet

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesliegaudet/

Website https://www.lesliegaudetcoaching.com/

✨ Ways to Work with Me

Website: https://jenningstechcorner.com/packages/ Or Book a Free Strategy Call: https://cal.com/anishajennings

Follow me on IG @jenningstechcorner or email me at jenningstechcorner@gmail.com to share your thoughts and feedback. I love hearing from you!

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