GenerateHER26 Maj 2025

EP25: Season One Recap - And Your Summer School!

Reinvention doesn’t require a grand plan. For me, it starts with curiosity, creativity, and the willingness to plant something new.

As I wrap up season one of GenerateHER, I’ve been thinking about what it means to grow as a woman in business, and as someone who’s built a life in Paris. This episode is my chance to reflect on the stories we’ve shared, the lessons I’ve learned, and the practices that continue to guide me.

I talk about nurturing your “secret garden,” those dreams and ideas you’ve planted, and the importance of protecting them from negativity. I share why I believe creativity is non-negotiable. Without it, how can we reimagine our work, solve problems, or even see ourselves in a new way?

I also revisit some of my favorite conversations from this season: asking for help with intention, taking risks with courage, journaling as a business tool, and of course, the many lessons I’ve learned from French culture. From the art of a dinner party to the value of thoughtful relationships, life in Paris continues to shape how I show up in the world.

I hope this episode feels like a conversation with a friend, and that it leaves you thinking about your own next season. A bientôt, mes amis!

Episode Breakdown:

00:00 Introduction

02:00 Season One Recap and Reflections

02:33 Planting and Protecting Your Secret Garden

05:26 How to Ask for Help Intentionally

05:56 Four Elements of Taking Risks

09:47 Journaling and the Power of Writing

12:00 Finding Beauty in the Mundane

16:21 Lessons from French Dinner Parties

17:59 Why Role Models Still Matter

19:15 What It Means to Be French

21:47 Looking Ahead to Season Two

Links

Connect with Jane Bertch:

Website: www.janebertch.com

Instagram @janebertch

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