36. Coaching and Consulting with Ken Jacobs, PCC, CPC, ELI-MP

KEN JACOBS, PCC, CPC, ELI-MP, principal of Jacobs Consulting & Executive Coaching

It takes a village to build a career you can be proud of. In this episode, Melissa talks to former PR agency pro turned coach Ken Jacobs about the importance of great coaching and consulting in your career evolution.

Big thanks to our sponsor Anais Biera Miracle for supporting this season of the podcast!

About Ken:
Ken Jacobs is one of the few certified executive coaches who had an initial career in PR agency management and leadership. He helps senior communications executives become more inspired, inspiring, and effective leaders. Ken also helps agencies reach their business development goals, manage for profitability, and enhance client service and relationships.

Topics covered:
- The catalyst for Ken's career evolution
- How good coaching can help your career
- Consulting vs. coaching
- Patterns in today's coaching needs
- Working through impostor syndrome
- Lessons from agency life
- Accepting change

Actions to take:
- Know where your strengths on
- Find a mentor
- Don't ruminate: Get a lesson and move on
- Be conscious of how you think
- Have a thirst for knowledge

Resources mentioned:
- Southwest Key Programs
- Hispanic Women's Network of Texas
- Fierce Mujeres
- Hispanic Public Relations Association (HPRA)
- Jacobs Consulting and Executive Coaching
- Elise Mitchell
- Ketchum
- The Confidence Code: The Science and Art of Self-Assurance---What Women Should Know
- Hunter PR
- Smart Talk: Public Relations Essentials All Pros Should Know
- MVW Communications
- PR Pro Gear