Confident and Courageous Clarity

From Burnout to Book Launch: What Happens When the Plan Actually Works w/ Bree Carroll

What does it actually look like to build something meaningful without blowing up your career to do it?

In this episode of Confident & Courageous Clarity™ Podcast, Jateya Jones sits down with Bree Carroll, civil engineer, entrepreneur, and newly published author of All Things Epic, for a real, unfiltered conversation recorded on the eve of her book launch.

Bree shares how she navigated burnout, identity shifts, and a major career transition, returned to a full-time corporate engineering role, and still completed, self-published, and launched her book in two quarters using the Plan to Win™ framework.

This conversation is for every high-achieving woman who has ever felt like she has to choose between stability and purpose. Spoiler: you don't.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why burnout isn't always burnout — sometimes it's a signal to shift
• The real difference between freedom and flexibility (and which one you're actually chasing)
• Why "going all in" isn't always the most aligned move
• How to build a vision that fits your real life, not the life you think you should have
• Why your bare minimum outperforms most people's best, and what to do with that truth
• What the Plan to Win™ framework made possible that willpower alone never could

You can be the professional AND the visionary. You can be stable AND building something meaningful. You can be in corporate AND building out of order.

This episode is proof.

📖 All Things Epic by Bree Carroll is available on: 

• Amazon & Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/All-Things-EPIC-Blueprint-Designing-ebook/dp/B0GPNZFNHK
• Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/all-things-epic-bree-carroll/1149781754

Plan to Win™ & Clarity Coaching: https://www.jateyajones.com/event-details/plan-to-w-i-n-2026-strategy-session-q3

📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jateyajones/

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jateyajones/

You’re Not Playing Small — You’re Protecting Your Stability

You've been told to go all in. Quit your job. Bet on yourself. But what if the real reason you haven't isn't fear, it's wisdom? In this episode, Jateya Jones pulls back the curtain on the difference between playing small and protecting your stability and why that distinction changes everything.

If you're a high-achieving professional woman building a business while holding down your career, this episode was made for you. Jateya gets real about her own journey as an Employeepreneur, the silent shame of having a God-given vision you can't fully step into yet, and why the strategy you thought was keeping you safe may actually be the thing holding you back.

This isn't about pushing you to leap before you're ready. It's about helping you move with clarity, intention, and a real plan, so you can have more And's and fewer Or's.

 

What You'll Learn in This Episode

• The truth about 'playing small' and what's really happening when you hold back
• What it means to be an Employeepreneur™ and why it's a legitimate, powerful strategy
• The infinite loop that keeps high achievers stuck and how to break it
• Why your 9-to-5 gives you a false sense of control (and what real ownership looks like)
• How the C.E.O.™ Framework — Clarity, Execution, Ownership — helps you move in both worlds without burnout
• The difference between a strategy and an implementation plan (and why you need both)
• How to show up with visibility and thought leadership without threatening your job
• Why God didn't give you the vision for you to sit on it and what building with wisdom actually looks like

 

The C.E.O.™ Framework Breakdown

C — Clarity: Removes hesitation without putting your stability at risk. You know exactly how to move, where to go, what to say, and how to communicate — with a real strategy and implementation plan built around your already-full life.

E — Execution: Allows you to consistently build while life is lifing. You move in enough to see tangible results and feel the momentum of building something real.

O — Ownership/Options: This is what creates your options. Your income, your time, your decisions are no longer dependent on a single source. You build the lanes that give you choice — without having to risk it all to get there.

 

Resources & Next Steps

• Book a Clarity Call 
• Apply to the Clarity Lab Community 
• Share this episode with a friend who's been saying 'I just need a little more time'
• Subscribe so you never miss an episode

 

Connect with Jateya

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jateyajones/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jateyajones/

Website: https://www.jateyajones.com/

Season 6 Episode 1: I'm Back. No Script. No Excuses. Just Starting.

I'm back — and I'm didn't wait for perfect. In this raw, unscripted season premiere, I'm pulling back the curtain on what it really took to return: the fear, the delayed obedience, the behind-the-scenes work, and the God-given fire that refused to let me stay quiet. This episode is an honest confession and a bold declaration — a reminder that the call on your life doesn't disappear just because life got loud.

IN THIS EPISODE, I COVER:
• Why I stepped away — and what I've been doing in the silence
• The difference between running on passion versus building a sustainable business
• What it looks like to serve people who are ready vs. people who want a quick fix
• The role of faith, obedience, and divine timeline in entrepreneurship
• Why fear kept me off the mic — and how I pushed past it anyway
• What "building out of order" actually costs you when you don't have systems
• The one thing I want for every woman listening: to be free to be

KEY TAKEAWAY
You can't outrun the call. The vision God placed on you was never meant to wait until it felt safe — it was meant to be built now, even imperfectly. This is your invitation to stop hiding and start.

CONNECT WITH ME
🌐 Website: https://www.jateyajones.com/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jateyajones/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jateyajones/

READY FOR CLARITY?
Book your Clarity Audit or Plan to W.I.N. session and get the strategic direction your vision deserves. Visit https://calendly.com/jateyajones/consultation to get started.

Season 5 Episode 6: Clarity Journey to Aligning Passions, Purpose, and Profession for Profit

Jateya breaks down her coaching journey for Multipassionate professionals. This session explains how she helps clients align their passions, purpose, and profession to build a sustainable, profitable business model. Jateya introduces her signature "Common Thread" approach and provides insights into her most popular coaching package.

 

1. The Common Thread Approach

   • Helps clients discover their unique skill set connecting multiple passions and professions.
   • Avoids burnout by steering away from monetizing every skill and focusing on what brings joy.
   • Forms the bedrock of building a fulfilling business aligned with personal desires.

2. Coaching Package Structure

   • Three-session package is the most popular, offering flexible scheduling to fit individual needs.
   • Time for homework, reflection, and progress checks between sessions enhances growth.
   • Clients often extend packages as they realize the value of deep, ongoing work.
   • Optional $97 self-paced course available to help identify the common thread beforehand.

3. Vision to Reality Process

   • Starts with defining the client’s true desires and big-picture goals.
   • Jateya provides an external perspective to highlight connections between multiple passions.
   • Creates a business ecosystem that aligns passions into a cohesive model.
   • Aims to cultivate a global, enterprise-minded vision rather than a small-scale mindset.

4. Lifestyle Integration

   • Designs a business model to support a desired lifestyle (e.g., “slow roll Mondays”).
   • Prevents burnout by integrating personal and professional lives.
   • Uses a customized, non-cookie-cutter approach.
   • Guides clients in transitioning from an employee mindset to sustainable entrepreneurship.

5. Coaching Style: "Coach-Mentor Meetup"

   • Combines coaching, mentorship, and strategic advising for maximum impact.
   • Goes beyond traditional coaching to offer actionable strategies, not just therapy-like questions.
   • Prioritizes efficiency to ensure clients make consistent progress without detours.

Next Steps:

• Interested in learning more? Schedule a discovery call https://calendly.com/jateyajones/consultation
• Potential clients are encouraged to start with the three-session package to “test the waters.” https://www.jateyajones.com/coaching
• Consider taking the $97 self-paced course to identify your common thread and jumpstart your journey. https://coursesbyjateyajones.thinkific.com/courses/common-thread-course

Season 5 Episode. 5: Show Up & Show Out for YOU: Breaking Free from People-Pleasing

In Season 5, Episode 5 of "Confident and Courageous Clarity," we dive deep into the art of showing up and showing out for yourself. Are you constantly pouring your energy into others, leaving little to no time for your own dreams and well-being? This episode is for you. We explore the fear of failing yourself, the burden of self-responsibility, and how people-pleasing keeps you stuck in a cycle of self-neglect. It's time to prioritize YOU, break free from the approval trap, and step into your true power. We'll explore why it's easier to avoid disappointing others, yet so common to let yourself down. Learn how to shift your mindset, prioritize your own growth, and reclaim your energy to become your own biggest supporter. Tune in to reclaim your energy and start living for yourself.

Season 5 Epi. 4: Get Unstuck! Clarity Conversations for Multipassionates with Crystal Cajuste

For this episode of Confident and Courageous Clarity, I’m thrilled to revisit an insightful conversation I had with the incredible Crystal Cajuste. We dove deep into the liberating journey of embracing your multi-passionate nature and breaking free from the limitations that come with putting yourself, your vision, your mission, and even God into a box. Instead, we explored the concept of packaging your unique gifts in a way that aligns with the vision God has shown you. Tune in to discover how your gifts can truly make room for you and the mindset shifts necessary to achieve your divine purpose!

Season 5 Epi 3: The Cost of Being Okay with Being the Underdog

In this powerful episode of "Confident and Courageous Clarity," we dive deep into the often overlooked cons of embracing the role of the underdog. While it might feel comfortable to let others see your value without demanding your worth, this mindset can lead to a cycle of being undervalued and misused in both personal and professional arenas.

 

Key Discussion Points: The Underdog Mindset:

- How being comfortable with the underdog role manifests in everyday life.

- The hidden consequences of staying in a position where others see your potential but fail to value or respect it.

 

Personal and Professional Impact:

- The ways this mindset can stunt your growth, leading to frustration and lack of progress in your career and personal relationships.

- Real-life examples of how this can create a barrier to achieving your goals and desires.

 

Coping Mechanisms and Realizations:

Unpacking the truth:

- Realizing that accepting the underdog role is a coping mechanism.

- The psychological impact of allowing others to undervalue you and how it affects your self-worth and confidence.

 

Breaking Free:

- The importance of setting boundaries and advocating for yourself to ensure that your worth is recognized and respected.

 

Action Items:

- Reflect on areas in your life where you might be settling for the underdog role.

- Identify situations where your value is recognized but not honored, and take steps to address them.

- Practice asserting your worth in small ways, building up to bigger challenges.

 

This episode encourages listeners to step out of the shadows and into the light, where their true value is not only seen but also respected. Remember, embracing your worth is not just about recognition—it's about paving the way for the growth and success you truly deserve.

Season 5 Epi 2: Mastering Success: How Entrepreneurs Achieve Personal & Professional Goals with Ease

In this insightful episode "Awakening Purpose: Transforming Dreams into Impactful Businesses with Cassandra Rosa" of the "Confident and Courageous Clarity Podcast," join host Jateya Jones as she engages in a transformative conversation with Cassandra Rosa, an intuitive life and business coach.  Cassandra, known for her mission to empower spiritual entrepreneurs, delves into the power of intuition in business success.

 

Key Highlights:

1. Intuitive Business Approach: Cassandra shares her journey into integrating intuition with productivity, revealing how intuitive tools have elevated her business strategies and attracted ideal clients.

2. Defining Ideal Clients: Learn how Cassandra evolves her ideal client profile through personal growth and intuitive guidance, catering to entrepreneurs seeking impact and fulfillment.

3. Amplifying Impact: Discover practical ways listeners can support Cassandra's mission, from sharing content to leaving feedback, fostering a ripple effect of inspiration.

4. Personal Growth and Authenticity: Cassandra discusses her journey towards unapologetic self-expression and leadership, embracing notoriety with a heart-centered approach to service.

5. Systems and Planning: Explore the role of systems and strategic planning in achieving entrepreneurial goals with ease, as Cassandra and Jateya uncover practical insights for sustainable success.

 

Tune in to gain actionable strategies and profound insights into mastering success through intuitive guidance, strategic planning, and heartfelt authenticity. Listen to the full episode here to unlock the secrets of building a purpose-driven business with clarity and impact.

 

Resources:

Join the Clarity Community: www.jateyajones.com/community

Hella Well With Danielle: https://hellawellwithdanielle.com/

Season 5 Premiere - Breaking Free: How to Pursue Your Passions, Achieve Financial Stability, and Overcome Societal Expectations

Here's to kicking off Season 5 of The Confident and Courageous Clarity Podcast! This season, we're refocusing on delivering valuable content specifically designed to support Multipassionate individuals facing challenges due to societal pressures and shame.

Topics:

• Many multi-passionate people are struggling with "DIYing in the dark" due to feelings of shame and societal pressures.
• There’s a fear of dreaming big and articulating their true vision.
• A lack of structured processes and clear documentation when starting a business hampers progress.
• Fear of financial instability is a common barrier when transitioning from corporate jobs to entrepreneurship.

Why These Topics are Important:

• Overcoming comfort zones to pursue true passions.
• Many are not reaching their full potential or fulfilling their true calling.
• Businesses fail to scale and maintain their culture due to inadequate documentation and processes.
• Individuals often jump from one idea to another without making significant strides.
• Potentially transformative ventures remain unrealized because of fear and lack of guidance.

Solutions: 

• Guidance on creating job descriptions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and business documentation.
• Support for translating big visions into actionable steps.
• A community for multi-passionate individuals.
• Strategies to make notable progress within 90 days.

Action Items:

1. Write down your business vision clearly.
2. Create job descriptions for needed roles, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and business documentation, including culture, values, and efficiency standards. 
3. Identify key goals and milestones for the next 90 days to accelerate growth. 

Shop:

• Purchase Your Multipassionate Apparel

Connect with Us:

• Website: Confident and Courageous Clarity
• Community: Join the Clarity Community

Don’t miss out on this season’s tools and insights to help you break free and shine in your multi-passionate journey!

Season 4 Episode 16: Season Finale: Embracing Multipassionate Spirit, Reflections & Gratitude

Welcome back!  It's hard to believe we've reached the season finale already...

As creatives, we often find ourselves pulled in multiple directions, exploring various interests and passions. I discuss what it means to be multipassionate and how embracing this aspect of ourselves can lead to fulfilling journeys and unexpected discoveries.

 

Moreover, I dive into the concept of being an Intrapreneur – someone who embodies an entrepreneurial spirit within an organization or workplace, but fosters innovation, taking risks, and driving positive change from within.

 

Throughout this season, I've shared personal stories, insights, and experiences, often requiring vulnerability and courage. Despite the challenges, it's been an incredibly rewarding journey, and I'm grateful for each and every listener who has joined me along the way.

 

Join me in this reflective season finale as we celebrate growth, resilience, and the beauty of embracing our multipassionate nature and intrapreneurial spirit.  Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more content like this. And stay tuned for exciting updates on future seasons! 

 

Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. 🌟

 

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