School of Self-Worth
School of Self-Worth is a purposeful podcast and community for the ambitious woman who knows she is worthy of an astoundingly great life. Join us weekly as we redefine success, set and sustain boundaries, and reclaim your self-worth.
Hosted by Nicole Tsong, bestselling author, former journalist, and work/life balance coach, who helps professional women live an aligned life. We will have diverse and meaningful conversations with successful women from all walks of life who share insight about what it takes to be brave, joyful, and yourself every day.
Every single episode is thoughtfully designed to leave you feeling empowered, with tangible tips and advice that will lead you to your next breakthrough.
School of Self-Worth
Ep 138: {Alumni Series} Defining Yourself Beyond Your Job with Jenny Zhang
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What happens when you stop letting your work define you?
In this deeply honest conversation, Nicole sits down with her longtime client, Jenny Zhang—a leader in the oncology and biotech space—whose career once demanded nearly everything from her.
When Jenny first started working with Nicole, she was working 18 to 20 hour days, constantly navigating high-stakes decisions and the impact on patients’ lives. The pressure was relentless. There was no work-life balance. On the outside, she was successful. On the inside, she was overwhelmed, exhausted, and disconnected from herself.
Fast forward to today. Jenny didn’t have to leave her field. She didn’t “downsize” her ambition. Instead, she transformed how she showed up within it and landed her dream role. Tune in to find out how.
This conversation is a masterclass in what becomes possible when you:
- Stop people-pleasing
- Trust your intuition (even when it doesn’t make logical sense)
- Believe that you don’t have to settle for “good enough”
If you’ve ever felt stuck in a high-achieving but unfulfilling cycle, this episode will show you another way.
THE TOP LEARNINGS IN THIS EPISODE:
- Defining Your Own Value in Your Work [05:47]
- The Power of Saying No and Setting Boundaries [12:32]
- Surrendering to Intuition and Letting Go of Control [28:36]
- Prioritizing Impact Over Busyness [09:53]
- Surrendering to Intuition and Trusting Timing [28:36]
- Moving From ‘Good Enough’ to ‘Plan A’ Living [31:37]
Jenny Zhang moved to the US when she was a child but remains Chinese at heart. She is passionate about bridging the East and West cultures and helping others where she can.
She loves her work in the oncology field and is personally invested in being there for the people who may need the impact she brings through her professional life. She also thrives to be a supportive family, friend, and caring person.
If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag @nicoletsong and Jenny @ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennyyitongzhang/ so we can give you a shout-out and thank you for your support!
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Learn More About Jenny Zhang
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennyyitongzhang/
- jenny.zhangyitong@gmail.com
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