What if the only woman on a European race engineering team told you that your greatest strength starts with self-doubt—and that compassion can outpace technical skills at 200 km/h?In this electrifying episode of Reforge Your Life, host Joe Rivera sits down with keynote speaker and emotional intelligence educator Jessica Soodeen, whose journey from motorcycle racing to race car engineering in Europe’s most elite tracks is nothing short of extraordinary. Jessica reveals how she turned her outsider status—from being a woman in male-dominated engineering and motorsport, to moving alone to Basque Country, Spain—into a foundation for growth, leadership, and inspiration.Key Highlights:Breaking barriers: Jessica dives into her beginnings as one of the few women in mechanical engineering and why starting motorcycle racing in her late 20s was both “terrifying” and transformative.Learning from failure: She recounts critical mistakes made in high-stakes race situations and how they led to powerful systems of improvement and team trust.Battling loneliness & self-doubt: Jessica opens up about loneliness, imposter syndrome, and the surprising power of her mother’s voice in helping her realign with her purpose.Compassion as a core value: Discover why compassion is Jessica’s superpower in toxic or high-pressure environments, from European racetracks to corporate boardrooms.Emotional intelligence at work: Jessica shares actionable insights on emotional regulation, pattern interrupts, and practical tools for leaders who want to boost team synergy, resilience, and productivity.Forgiveness, resilience & purpose: Hear Jessica’s advice for anyone feeling stuck or lonely, and the importance of loving—and forgiving—yourself as the starting gate to reforging your life.Whether you're a dream-chaser afraid to take the first step, or a leader navigating adversity, Jessica’s brutally honest stories and energetic wisdom will fuel you to see mistakes as launchpads and compassion as your most powerful tool.Episode Overview:[00:00:04] Introduction & Welcome[00:01:16] Jessica’s unique journey into motorsport & engineering[00:02:45] Challenges: Being the only woman, starting “late,” language barriers[00:04:40] Navigating mistakes under the spotlight[00:08:29] Isolation, loneliness, and tools for self-realignment[00:14:51] The impact of parental influence and shifting your self-narrative[00:23:32] Uncovering and leveraging personal core values[00:25:31] Compassion in leadership and teamwork[00:29:49] Practical applications of emotional intelligence in corporate settings[00:33:15] Pattern interrupts: How to de-escalate high-emotion situations[00:38:48] Vulnerability, grief, and the power of sharing hard stories[00:46:08] Ego, pride, and the courage to ask for help[00:47:16] Practical advice for anyone looking to reforge their life[00:49:50] Surprising facts: Jessica’s creative side[00:50:34] Closing thoughts, takeaways, & how to connect with JessicaTune in and discover why the comeback isn’t just possible—it’s inevitable, when you learn to lead with your true story.

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