We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Jessica Ross. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Jessica below.
Hi Jessica, thanks for joining us today. Let’s kick things off with your mission – what is it and what’s the story behind why it’s your mission?
Absolutely fabulous! At JAMGOODLIVING, we’re all about spreading the good vibes and helping people live their best lives; because #lifeissojamgood! As a Creative Director and Happiness Coach, I’ve seen firsthand the power of choosing happiness and taking control of our perspectives. It’s a total game-changer, and we want to share that with the world! Our mission is all about helping people refocus their minds and create new, positive perspectives that support the life they truly want to live. And let me tell you, there’s nothing more fulfilling than seeing someone make that shift and start living their best life.
We’ve got a whole range of solutions to help people get there, from individual and group sessions to corporate offerings and thought-provoking content. We also provide unique experiences and ideation sessions for individuals and groups, as well as business support services, all with the aim of helping people build perspectives that support the life they truly want to live. Trust us, happiness is a choice everyone can make for themselves, and we’re here to make it fun and easy!
Our team is passionate about supporting the choice of happiness, and we truly believe that our mission has the power to transform lives for the better. So join us, and let’s make life #lifeissojamgood!
Jessica, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?
My favorite mental reminder is “Happiness is not the absence of problems, but the wisdom to be grateful for the current situation.” I, myself, have faced challenges with perspective. As someone who enjoys focusing on the positive aspects of life, I sometimes found myself dwelling on the negative. I would think about what I lacked or what I wished I had, and those thoughts would lead me into a state of scarcity and depression. However, I understood that I needed to strike a balance between recognizing areas for improvement and appreciating what I already had.
It wasn’t until I relocated to California that I experienced a real paradigm shift. The contrast in culture between California and my home state of Georgia was staggering. I realized how self-sufficient Californians were, while Southerners like myself were more dependent. I grew up needing someone else’s emotional state to determine my own, but in California, I had to learn to define my emotional state myself. It took me approximately two years to determine the emotional state that I wanted to emanate when entering a room. I had to establish my own emotional baseline instead of merely reflecting the emotions of others.
After having my son, I realized that the choices, beliefs, and habits that I made would shape the story that he would tell about his mother. I knew I had to adjust my mindset and align myself with something that felt positive. I desired a good life for my son and a positive impact on the world. To achieve this, I had to undertake significant inner work to change my perspectives and, in turn, improve my life.
As a Creative Director and Happiness Coach, I use the same tools that I employed to help myself to assist others in recognizing that they can choose happiness. I founded JAMGOODLIVING as a platform to combine what I have learned with health and wellness practices that support individuals in achieving their creative and happiness goals. Our focus is on health and wellness as a lifestyle, and our mission is to adjust our perspectives and establish control over our mindset. We provide resources that bolster the relationship between soul and self, enabling individuals to live happier lives.
At JAMGOODLIVING, we strive to introduce fresh perspectives on the world and establish a new standard for how we view it. We offer corporate solutions, group and individual sessions, and unique experiences to help individuals broaden their horizons and embrace a fulfilling life where everything is simply JAMGOOD! We also provide business support services and help create thought-provoking content that offers new ideas, products, and habits to build perspectives that align with the life that individuals desire.
Our team-building activities are interactive and fun, designed to enhance team skills within a safe and enjoyable environment. We offer leadership and communication training that supports a company’s core values through fun and engaging activities. Our JAM P.O.P. Up Party is a one-of-a-kind event that provides opportunities for employees to express themselves and develop their skills in a team setting.
If you are ready to live a happier, more fulfilling life, please feel free to contact us at [email protected]. Let’s jam!
What’s a lesson you had to unlearn and what’s the backstory?
A lesson I had to unlearn was the belief that success is only achieved through hard work and constant hustle. I used to think that if I wasn’t working at all hours of the day, I wasn’t doing enough to achieve my goals. Growing up, I always believed that getting good grades and going to a prestigious university was the only way to succeed in life. However, after becoming a mother and a wife, I realized the importance of rest and self-care. I had to unlearn the idea that burning out for some outside version of accomplishment was necessary for success.
Through my journey as a health and wellness specialist, I realized that taking care of myself actually led to greater productivity and success in my work. It was a difficult lesson to unlearn, but it has allowed me to live a more balanced and fulfilling life. I must daily deposit the best thinking, action, and care centered around myself so that I can give from a full place. It was a humbling experience to unlearn this lesson, but it has allowed me to broaden my perspective and pursue a more fulfilling career supporting others as their shift their own perspectives.
How do you keep your team’s morale high?
As a professional who has experience managing teams, I believe that maintaining high morale requires a focus on individual perspectives and a dedication to team wellness. At JAMGOODLIVING, we offer a range of solutions and support for team building and management that can help achieve these goals. One key piece of advice is to create opportunities for each team member to contribute their unique perspective and take ownership of their role. This can be done through regular check-ins, reviews, and suggestion sessions. Additionally, dedicating time and resources to the wellness of the team as a whole can improve morale and productivity. At JAMGOODLIVING, we offer unique experiences and ideation sessions, as well as corporate activations and thought-provoking content to support the overall well-being of teams. By prioritizing individual perspectives and team wellness, teams can achieve greater success and fulfillment.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.jamgoodliving.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamgoodliving/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jessica.mcphail/about
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-a-ross-a133843a/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCENBg1qpCRGrLSZjZj_TOUw
- Other: www.mcphailstudios.com
Image Credits
@dammitdre -Andre Buchanan