Jen Waldman
Creativity is innate. Many of us have simply suppressed our creativity because we are afraid of what might happen when we allow our ideas to be seen and heard.
Change is inevitable. Many of us have feigned ignorance because it is easier to let other people worry about how to fix what is broken than to commit to doing it ourselves.
The jig is up. You are creative. You are capable of creating change. No exceptions.
That pang of fear you just felt? It’s normal. It’s time to learn to dance with your fear because you have important work to do.
That’s why I am here: to help you express your point of view and take action so that you can lay your head on your pillow at night and say “I’m proud of what I did today. I showed up in service of the the change I believe is possible.”
You will hit obstacles along the way. Sometimes the mountain will seem too high to climb. You will want to give up and say “It’s just too hard.” In those moments, I will knock some sense into you and remind you that you have a responsibility to your vision. You must run towards your fear because the thing you came here for is waiting for you right on the other side of it. I will not let you off the hook. Tough love, my friend. You deserve it.
The time is now. Let’s go.
JEN WALDMAN is a renowned coach and Founder and Artistic Director of Jen Waldman Studio (JWS). Her coaching expertise extends to some of the most talented theatre artists in the world, with her clients having appeared in almost every musical that has played Broadway in the last 15 years. Jen is also known for her coaching work with thought leaders and entrepreneurs who are making a difference in the world with their ideas.
In addition to her work at JWS, Jen has served as the Artistic Director of the Hangar Theatre and the Co-Artistic Director of Breaking Bread Theatre. Jen’s experience in leadership roles in the theater world has given her a unique perspective and set of skills that she brings to her coaching work, making her an invaluable resource for those looking to develop their craft and push their potential.
Jen’s work as a director and choreographer has been seen in NYC, as well as theatres across the country. She spent the earlier part of her career as a Broadway actor, making her Broadway debut straight out of college in the musical Titanic and later in the hit musical Wicked. Jen is passionate about supporting emerging artists and served a 5-year term as the Theatre Chair of the National YoungArts Foundation.
Jen takes her expertise and experience into other industries, delivering keynotes and workshops around the world on unlocking creativity, effective communication, and leadership skills. She is also the co-host of the popular podcast, The Long and the Short of It, with renowned leadership expert Peter Shepherd.
Jen 's philosophy is grounded in possibility, unlocking creativity, effective communication, and leadership skills to empower Artists to push their potential and make a difference in the world.
For more info, jenwaldman.com.