{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"\u2018Intentional Congruence\u2019 with Entrepreneur Jessica Mead \u2014 Glambition\u00ae Radio Episode 280 with Ali Brown","description":"As the oldest of seven children to a single mother who had her fair share of entrepreneurial failures, Jessica Mead knew early on that she never wanted to be an entrepreneur. But today she is cofounder of dozens of successful companies with a reported combined valuation topping $100M.  Jessica is the founder + CEO of Brandlync, a managing partner of Drivonic and the co-founder of The Epek Companies and Mead Holdings Group with a combined valuation topping $100M, and a portfolio of angel investments that encompasses more than 20 companies. In addition to her business acumen, Jessica is a \u2018hands on\u2019 expert in alternative, supplemental, and customized education. She has also homeschooled her two children, creating her own curriculum and assessment of learning styles.  On today\u2019s episode of #GlambitionRadio, you\u2019ll hear how Jessica built a multi-million dollar business portfolio without an online presence and why today she\u2019s finally stepping into her own personal brand. She also shares the story of how she started homeschooling before it was \u201ccool\u201d and how she has developed such an expertise and passion for alternative, customized education.  Jessica opens up about the positives of the pandemic for students and families, how she leads with \u201cintentional congruence\u201d in her family-first model in life+business, and about her book, \u2018Firework Humans: Spark A Growth Mindset. Ignite 9 Entrepreneurial Instincts. Fuel Courage, Curiosity, Confidence, & Conviction.\u2019 On this episode of Glambition Radio, you\u2019ll hear: What that changed Jessica\u2019s mind about entrepreneurship after associating it with being hungry and homeless as a child and young adult.  The $28M acquisition deal she lost due to not having an online presence More about the two factors on which she bases her business and investment decisions: market need and knowing the numbers How to feel empowered to homeschool your children, including tips on understanding learning styles and curriculum formation Jessica\u2019s side-hobby as a licensed helicopter pilot, referring to herself as a \u2018dare-devil rainmaker\u2019 who never backs down from a challenge. Head to Apple Podcasts now to listen to this episode of Glambition Radio (or download it for later). And come join in the conversation on Instagram or Facebook.   XO, Ali   P.S. I would love your review! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and comment on Apple Podcasts. Select \u2018Listen in Apple Podcasts,\u2019 then choose the \u2018Ratings and Reviews\u2019 tab to share what you think. I would really appreciate it. Thanks!   Resource Links: Learn more about Jessica Mead at www.jessicamead.com  Follow Jessica on Instagram at @_jessicamead_ and on LinkedIn at https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/jessicameadofficial\/  Learn more about my upcoming Creative Strategy Workshop Learn more about The Trust \u2013 the modern, premier network for 7+8-figure women entrepreneurs  ","author_name":"Glambition\u00ae Radio","author_url":"https:\/\/alibrown.com\/","html":"