jessica jenay

A public journal full of everything.📓

[jesssicajenay]

Career wise, I’m lost…

Hey friends, long time, no talk! I’ve just been in a weird phase in life of being 26 and finding my passion within the media industry. I went from wanting to become an entertainment journalist, to radio host, to local television account exec, to sales assistant which is my current position. Nothing wrong with being an assistant, but personally I’m over this role. I want to be important, a somebody, not the “help” and someone more important and not overshadowed. I want to attend networking events because I’m someone who can help others.

I’ve been looking into Public Relations, but I feel like I would prefer to be more of a community outreach for local small businesses because I love helping entrepreneurs become successful. Helping people has always been my passion, but not in a personal assistant, help you make more money while I make significantly less kind of way. More in a we both make tons of money doing what we do! I just feel so stuck at my job right now. I stay because it’s not super toxic, and I’m stable with knowing I still have a job. I still live paycheck to paycheck, and could probably never do things I’ve always dreamed of with this “career”.

I don’t want to be a content creator because I’m not consistent and I go through waves of not wanting to post, even just scroll on my timeline. A blogger would be best, but it would be sporadic, ya know? Like tonight. I didn’t plan to blog about this. Lately, I’ve been having difficulties opening up, afraid the wrong person will read it and perceive it incorrectly. In layman terms…my colleagues. 😅 I don’t want to get fired for venting 🙄 I think about my goals, and I just know this job financially won’t allow me to reach them. I must elevate to something better and more fulfilling.

I’m giving myself until February 1, 2023 to find a new role. Not just any role, but a leadership role where I’m in a room filled with other leaders. That will give me three full years at my current employer along with experience! God, if I could get anything sooner…I will gladly accept that as well. I just want to be happy all around. I’m in a happy, healthy relationship with my boyfriend - now I just want to be happy with my occupation.

Just gotta keep goin’.

xo, jess.

[jesssicajenay]

2 years later and I feel the same way, but it’s a little different…I’d call this version the remix! Good news, I got a better job that I’ve discussed - the sales role. Bad news (not really) I resigned.

Then I moved with my boyfriend (a new guy, not the one I was referring to two years ago, lol) cross country and out of panicking that I wouldn’t find a job ahead of us actually moving I made the choice to go BACK to being a sales assistant after six months of being free from feeling like crap.

I wish I didn’t double back because I feel the same, even worse because in July this will officially be my 5th year as an assistant. Unfortunately the new job definitely makes me feel like I will be an assistant only ever unless I want to do 100% commission again. Absolutely NOT. I’m done with sales.

I’ve redirected my attention to Public Relations, however, no longer seeking Community Outreach roles. I’ve been refreshing my memory along with learning new skills to provide the skillset needed to become a Communications Specialist. I’d direct my focus on external communications which is what the public can see compared to internal. If I have to juggle both internal and external…let’s hope that salary is an ethical number. Seriously. I may not have much PR experience, but best believe I’d be stellar and worth the wages rewarded.

I’m actively working on igniting the passion I have to write so that younger Jess will be proud. She’s probably really proud of what I’ve accomplished so far, but she knows she can work hard for the life she truly wants to live. She is disappointed that she was always discouraged by rejection instead of being fueled by it. At 28 going on 29 she is beginning to relive her dream of becoming a known name in the world of media like she planned…just not as an entertainment news reporter.

Advice for anyone who reads this and myself: Don’t ever allow anyone to dim your light. You know exactly who you are and what you deserve. Block out all negativity and toxicity and have tunnel vision until you see the vision. Don’t stop once you’ve made it to where you want to be. KEEP MF GOING! It can get much better if you do!

-xo, jess.

🩷

[jesssicajenay]

It’s my ✨g o l d e n y e a r ✨

Hi guys! It’s been a while since I’ve written a blog post on my tumblr. I’m here to briefly update y’all on life lately!

Quit my job of 3 years as a Sales Assistant in June. Then began a new Sales career in a brand new industry - best decision I’ve ever made. I feel much happier and have more clarity regarding my future, it’s such a huge turnaround for me along with a blessing. No boyfriend, however, casually dating…whew, when I tell you the pressure is getting worser 🫠

I recently turned twenty-seven on the twenty-seventh! I’m ecstatic to see what this year has in store for me, I’m sure it’ll be the best age to come! More traveling, doing things outside of my comfort zone, embracing change along with putting myself first by making decisions based on what is best for me.

Baby Jett is still the best boy there is always there to love and comfort me 🩷 I’m definitely in my soft girl “pink” era and I’m loving it! Makes me feel more girly and expressive of myself.

If you don’t receive a message from this post, remember this:

It gets better.

Xo,

Jess.

[9710144]

[classycookiexo]

[jesssicajenay]

It’s giving tumblr 2013 vibes ✨😎

[jesssicajenay]

Career wise, I’m lost…

Hey friends, long time, no talk! I’ve just been in a weird phase in life of being 26 and finding my passion within the media industry. I went from wanting to become an entertainment journalist, to radio host, to local television account exec, to sales assistant which is my current position. Nothing wrong with being an assistant, but personally I’m over this role. I want to be important, a somebody, not the “help” and someone more important and not overshadowed. I want to attend networking events because I’m someone who can help others.

I’ve been looking into Public Relations, but I feel like I would prefer to be more of a community outreach for local small businesses because I love helping entrepreneurs become successful. Helping people has always been my passion, but not in a personal assistant, help you make more money while I make significantly less kind of way. More in a we both make tons of money doing what we do! I just feel so stuck at my job right now. I stay because it’s not super toxic, and I’m stable with knowing I still have a job. I still live paycheck to paycheck, and could probably never do things I’ve always dreamed of with this “career”.

I don’t want to be a content creator because I’m not consistent and I go through waves of not wanting to post, even just scroll on my timeline. A blogger would be best, but it would be sporadic, ya know? Like tonight. I didn’t plan to blog about this. Lately, I’ve been having difficulties opening up, afraid the wrong person will read it and perceive it incorrectly. In layman terms…my colleagues. 😅 I don’t want to get fired for venting 🙄 I think about my goals, and I just know this job financially won’t allow me to reach them. I must elevate to something better and more fulfilling.

I’m giving myself until February 1, 2023 to find a new role. Not just any role, but a leadership role where I’m in a room filled with other leaders. That will give me three full years at my current employer along with experience! God, if I could get anything sooner…I will gladly accept that as well. I just want to be happy all around. I’m in a happy, healthy relationship with my boyfriend - now I just want to be happy with my occupation.

Just gotta keep goin’.

xo, jess.

[verbafortes]

"You will face many defeats in life, but never let yourself be defeated."

Maya Angelou

[becomingthatgirl111]

do you need confidence? start applying these tips in your life ✨

never apologize for being too confident

put yourself first

say no

nobody really has everything figured out, so stop worrying

it's not a competition, it's your life!

living inside our comfort zone holds you back from so much potential

you don't need everyone to like you and you don't need to prove yourself to anyone

fake it till you make it

look good, feel good

you're going to be criticized, no matter what you do, so do it anyways

[becomingthatgirl111]

morning checklist

self: stay tech-free in the bedroom, and allow yourself to wake up without screen time. make your bed, take the time to journal or meditate even just for 5-10 minutes

move: exercise if you can and try a few simple morning stretches each day, stretching is beneficial for both your mental and physical wellbeing

fuel: nourish your body for the day ahead, drink a glass of water first, and then your favorite breakfast. whether that be a proper meal or something on the go. don't forget your supplements too

prepare: get ready for the day ahead, check your to-do list, and schedule and set any alarms or reminders you might need. if you find it helpful and productive you can also check your emails.

[becomingthatgirl111]

start using social media in a healthy way

social media influence our lives; what we consume can affect us in a positive or negative way with these tips you can manage to avoid everything that bothers you and makes you uncomfortable or even causes you insecurities! now you will use the networks in a positive and inspiring way! remember that what you see behind a screen does not reflect reality and the most important thing is how you live your REAL life 🤍

clean up, stop following those accounts that you no longer identify with, that do not interest you or that do not contribute anything positive to you

start being aware of what kind of content you consume and if you need to make a change for the better

follow people who really inspire you and the message they give is positive for you

spend less time online, reduce your daily consumption

don't dedicate your time to online polemics

when you wake up do not check social networks, leave it for much later, when we wake up we need to absorb positive information for us not about other people's lives

set a daily time limit to check your media

don't compare yourself, an instagram picture does not reflect reality

before going to sleep, instead of using networks, read a book or journaling

create a safe space with content that inspires you, brings you something positive or you learn from it

use the internet for your learning and personal development

if something or someone bothers you don't think twice: block them

you can set a time limit to the social networks you used to frequent the most (this only if you are really distracted by them)

start listening to podcasts of your interest while you are doing things (cooking, cleaning or even relaxing)

remember your time should be quality time, don't waste it on things that in the end won't bring you anything positive

with this article i am not suggesting that you stop using the internet, just that for some people it becomes a problem and sometimes we spend too much time on social media and neglect other aspects of our life! 🤍

[lifeas-elle]

✨Health✨

[jesssicajenay]

nostalgic feels ✨⚡️

[dirty]

Sometimes you have to kiss her softly and tell her that she's good enough.

[baddiesofluxury]

[selestiaaal]

[becauseideserve]

“A woman is at her most beautiful when she is loved. Not because she was inadequate before. But because the love of a man gives her the comfort of feeling safe. Safe enough to expose her vulnerability. Her innocence. Her purity. In that space she is free to nuture because she is protected. She doesn’t have to carry bricks and build walls. She can sink her feet into Mother Earth and connect. I want to feel that way one day. Safe. Free. Vulnerable. Connected.”

—

-Happi

✨BECAUSE I DESERVE✨

[jesssicajenay]

i finally feel safe. free. vulnerable. connected.

that day finally came for me + i love it here!

i deserve 🤍🫶🏾

[thespoiledwifey]

my love language is spoiling myself