Welcome to this week’s JSC Newsletter!
If you’ve ever watched Finding Nemo, you’ll remember Dory’s famous advice: “Just keep swimming.” It’s simple, but powerful—especially in the job search.
So when the waves feel strong and the current is pulling you off course, perseverance and optimism are what carry you forward. You don’t have to fight harder—you just have to swim smarter.
✨ Fun Fact: Research shows that job seekers who maintain an optimistic outlook are 57% more likely to land a role within 6 months (University of Pennsylvania, Positive Psychology Center). Optimism fuels resilience, and resilience fuels results.
This week we are focusing on how to build structure to generate momentum, and what JSC does to incorporate mindset into our structure to support in these important steps.
I'm also excited to report on our community Wellness Challenge: Week 2!
Just keep scrolling (see what I did there?!) to check it out!
Mindset in Motion: Swim Smarter, Not Harder
Job searching can feel a lot like swimming at the beach—you’re moving along just fine, and suddenly you’re caught in a rip current. The instinct is to fight head-on, but that only leads to burnout. The smart move? Swim sideways.
That’s exactly what this market requires. The average search takes 6–9 months, yet we’ve seen members like Danny (6–8 weeks) and Vincent (2 months) land roles faster. The difference wasn’t more brute force—it was smarter networking and strategic direction.
“Just keep swimming.” - Dory
Networking That Converts
The JSC Networking Workshop helps members turn conversations into career momentum—aligning perfectly with this week’s theme of swimming smarter by building purposeful connections instead of burning out fighting the current. Networking isn’t “just catching up.” Every coffee chat is a strategy session—an opportunity to gain clarity, information, introductions, or alignment.
Keys to making networking convert:
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Prepare questions that show curiosity and strategy.
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Share your authentic story and value clearly.
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Don’t just meet—map the relationship into your search strategy.
Momentum builds from small wins: one meaningful outreach, one scheduled chat, one follow-up.
“Don’t fight the current. Reframe how you swim. Networking that converts is swimming sideways—smarter, not harder.”
Need some help? Could benefit from a soundboard or a 1:1 session to explore some of these elements? Book some time: Personalized Workshops+Coaching
Community Wellness Challenge: Week 2 recap
The first week of the JSC 30-Day Wellness Challenge kicked off with incredible energy, humor, and community support. This week we saw another 3 members join the Challenge, making us a 'bakers dozen' on Week 2!
Week 2 of our Wellness Challenge was all about consistency, hydration, and reflection. Members leaned into early morning routines, workouts, and daily reading to sharpen both body and mind.
💧 The big debate? Whether coffee counts toward hydration (spoiler: Linda says no, Tiffany says “only if it’s decaf,” and Patrick says “on Mondays, Fridays…and sometimes Thursdays”).
📚 Stephen shared that reading first thing clears his mind, reminding us that “structure without strategy is just busy work.” That theme carried through the week as members reflected not just on what they missed, but on the wins that stacked up day after day.
The biggest takeaway: success is built from micro-goals. Hydrate, move, read, reflect—small wins compound into momentum. We saw members tackle big and small goals and achieved victories despite the hurdles and we couldn't be more grateful to recognize and celebrate each one!
We’ll be continuing to track together, sharing wins, and holding each other accountable inside the JSC Discord "#30-day-mindfullness-wellness-health-challenge" channel
Thats a wrap!
As we close out, remember, every day is a choice: your attitude, your actions, your preparation.
This week’s challenge:
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Book one networking conversation with clear purpose.
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Share your target in Discord: who, why, and what outcome you’re aiming for.
This market is tough, but it’s winnable. Celebrate the smallest wins—they compound into confidence and big victories.
Like Dory, you just need to keep swimming. We see you.
Announcements & Upcoming Events:
Only 2 more weeks until we kick off the Hiring for Impact workshop series. In case you missed i t JSC has officially partnered with Miami Tech Works and Miami-Dade College to launch a brand-new workshop series:
→ Hiring for Impact: Building Teams with Intention
This is big—because it means decision-makers, founders, and hiring managers across the Miami tech ecosystem will be learning how to hire better, faster, and more intentionally—with training, templates, and coaching delivered directly by JSC.
Why it matters:
For too long, job seekers have carried the weight of broken hiring systems. This series flips the script—we’re helping employers create clarity, equity, and alignment from day one. Starting in Miami we’re putting our values to work by sitting at the table with the people making the hiring decisions so we can change the market across the country and beyond.
What it means for YOU:
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More companies with stronger, clearer hiring processes
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More opportunities aligned with your skills, value, and story
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A growing network of Hiring Champions committed to doing it differently
JSC isn’t just preparing you to find your next role. We’re changing how roles get filled.
This is a major win for our mission—and we couldn’t do it without this community.
If you or anyone you know could benefit from this amazing and FREE Miami -based opportunity, please click here to learn more and apply: Hiring for Impact
Stay tuned for more ways to get involved, share insights, and connect with leaders in this space.
Let’s keep building. Together.
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Cheers,
Tena & Stephen
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