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Brave Women at Work: Lessons in Letting Go—Embracing Naïve Joy

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What happens when you listen and act on your intuition? 

A beautiful partnership and a meaningful movement begin.

Today, we’re kicking off a very special season dedicated to celebrating the women behind the book Brave Women at Work: Lessons in Letting Go

To launch the series, I’m joined by the dynamic duo who brought this project to life: Jen Pestikas and Hope Mueller. 

Together, they describe their collaboration as naïve joy—a blend of trust, inspiration, and the belief that something magical happens when women come together to share their stories. 

In this heartfelt conversation, we discuss into the inspiration behind the Brave Women at Work book series and uncover why “letting go” became the powerful theme of this latest collection. We talk about the courage it takes to release old identities, roles, or expectations—and how storytelling opens the door to healing and connection. Plus, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the magic that unfolded throughout the process.

Whether you’re navigating a career pivot or simply feeling the call to release something, you’ll feel supported here. 

Stay tuned—this season is packed with stories that are honest and wildly inspiring 💫

Explore More from Jen & Hope
Learn more about: CLIMB conferences
Brave Women at Work on the web:  Website | Instagram | Podcast | Join the Community

Connect with Jen
Jen Pestikas on the web: LinkedIn | Website | Instagram 

Connect with Hope
Hope Mueller on the web: LinkedIn | Website  

Jen & Hope’s Flourishing Fave:
Buy the book! Brave Women at Work: Lessons in Letting Go

Resources mentioned in this episode:
+ Behind the Scenes: Meet the courageous women rewriting the rules of success
+ Listen: Letting Go Summer playlist
+ Related Episodes: Special Edition: Brave Women, Bold Stories, A Celebration of Letting Go
+ Buy the book: Brave Women at Work: Lessons in Letting Go

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Want more career wisdom? Check out these podcast episodes/blog posts!

+ Special Edition: Brave Women, Bold Stories, A Celebration of Letting Go
+ Rethinking Goal Setting with Grace Filled Intentions
+ Getting Real: An Honest Conversation About Career Growth Featuring Jen Pestikas

For more insider stories, quick tips, and #CareerTalk, I invite you to connect with me on Instagram @flourish.careers.

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July 9, 2025

Brave Women at Work Lessons in Letting Go | Embracing Naive Joy featuring Hope Mueller &; Jen Pestikas | Flourish Careers Podcast

Brave Women at Work: Lessons in Letting Go—Embracing Naïve Joy

Brave Women at Work Lessons in Letting Go | Embracing Naive Joy featuring Hope Mueller &; Jen Pestikas | Flourish Careers Podcast

Brave Women at Work: Lessons in Letting Go—Embracing Naïve Joy

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