In this conversation, Jenna shares her non-linear career journey, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, networking, and continuous education. She reflects on her past experiences, the value of taking ownership of failures, and the significance of having a voice in the workplace. Jenna discusses the balance between hobbies and career, the power of networking with intention, and how to navigate job loss while maintaining mental health. She also highlights the importance of building a folder of praise and wins to boost confidence and motivation.

Jenna Trunzo is an experienced leader in project management, Salesforce portfolio management, and presales management. Jenna’s current role as IP Portfolio & Vertical Lead Manager at CDW builds on her experience growing the company’s Salesforce practice, promoting Salesforce capabilities both internally and externally.

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In This Episode

00:00 Grounding in Purpose

01:00 Jenna's Non-Linear Career Journey

06:08 Reflecting on Past Experiences

09:59 The Importance of Authenticity in Customer Interactions

14:53 Taking Ownership and Learning from Failures

19:24 Building a Folder of Praise and Wins

22:07 The Value of Having a Voice

26:10 Networking with Intent

29:51 Embracing Your Unique Strengths

33:59 Continuous Education and Growth

39:04 The Power of Networking and Human Connection

46:29 Navigating Job Loss and Mental Health

51:48 The Balance Between Hobbies and Career

56:58 Inspirations Along the Journey

Jenna Trunzo: Our Lives Are So Much More Than Our Jobs