On Mental health, suicide, motherhood and business development This episode features Jenny Meyer, an inspiring entrepreneur, who tells us her story of elevating from executive assistant to CEO. We explore how personal tragedy and imperfection can pave the way to a fulfilling career. Jenny shares her transformative journey from childhood dreams through the heart-wrenching loss of her son to suicide, which propelled her into business development and mental health advocacy. The episode delves into topics such as empathy in client services, overcoming career breaks, and the stigma around mental health. 00:00 Introduction to Something from NADA 01:27 Jenny Meyer's Childhood Dreams 02:17 Journey to Houston and Early Career 03:55 Skills in Client Service and Business Development 07:19 Balancing Career and Motherhood 10:12 Returning to Work After a Break 14:43 Navigating Career Challenges 29:27 Leadership and Workplace Dynamics 38:07 Finding Strength in Survival 38:41 Honoring a Loved One's Memory 39:17 Processing Grief Through Work 39:55 The Importance of Staying Busy 42:42 Navigating Conversations About Loss 44:06 Addressing the Stigma of Suicide 47:29 Building a Supportive Work Culture 49:26 The Role of Community in Healing 50:57 Overcoming Barriers to Mental Health Care 52:15 Turning Grief into Purpose 01:04:33 Supporting Mental Health Initiatives 01:07:55 Building a Successful Business 01:11:28Rapid Fire Questions 01:15:00 Final Thoughts and Gratitude