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435: How to Go After What You Want - Jenny Wood on Wild Courage

  • Writer: Ella
    Ella
  • Jun 10
  • 2 min read

Updated: 5 days ago

On Air with Ella Podcast Episode 435

Jenny Wood Wild Courage for WOmen is On Air with Ella

What if the traits you need to get ahead are the exact opposite of what you've been told?

The fabulous Jenny Wood, author and former corporate powerhouse at Google, is flipping the script on traits that women often shy away from, like being “selfish” or “obsessed.” We’re talking about how these can actually be superpowers when it comes to achieving your goals.



We discuss:

  • Jenny shares her story of how she mustered the courage to chase a stranger on the subway - they're now married ;-)

  • We dive deep into the concept of 'wild courage' and how it can help you break free from the fears that hold you back in life and at work.

  • Avoiding 'NAP work' (Not Actually Promotable) is crucial; instead of doing unrecognized tasks, focus on work that truly advances your career and aligns with your goals.

  • We highlight the 'rock, chalk, talk, and walk' method for setting and achieving your goals, emphasizing the power of action over perfection.


Wild Courage Book

About Jenny Wood

Jenny Wood is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, former Google executive, and former Harvard Business School researcher who knows that real success isn’t about following the rules or waiting your turn. 


She is also the founder of Own Your Career, one of Google's largest career programs. In her new book Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It, Jenny breaks down 9 bold traits that defy conventional career advice: Obsessed, Weird, Selfish, Shameless, Nosy, Manipulative, Brutal, Reckless, and Bossy.


Her practical, no-nonsense approach empowers ambitious people to break the mold, be better leaders, build influence, and reach their full potential. Jenny has been featured in NBC, Bloomberg, Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Business Insider. She lives in Boulder with her husband and two children and is in constant pursuit of the perfect zucchini bread recipe.


Instagram: @itsjennywood


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