Jessica Vogt

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ABOUT JESSICA VOGT

As a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults) and former expat, I spent years shape-shifting across cultures, careers, and identities — never quite feeling at home in any of them.I doubted my capabilities constantly and got exhausted trying to belong everywhere.Eventually, I had to learn — the hard and lonely way — how to stop shrinking, reconnect to my values and purpose, and lead my life with honesty and courage.Now I help others do the same — with more ease, more support, and a lot more humanity.Ever feel like you’ve done everything right on paper — but somehow life still doesn’t feel like yours?You’ve built a career. Lived in different countries. Adapted, adjusted, achieved.From the outside, it looks great. But inside, you’re tired — a little scattered, maybe even wondering which version of you is the real one.Here’s what I hear most from multicultural professionals and global citizens: “I keep shape-shifting to fit in, and I’ve lost track of what I actually want.” “I say yes when I mean no, because it feels safer.” “I’ve checked the boxes, but I don’t feel at home in myself.”I get it. I’ve been there too.The truth? You don’t need to burn everything down or reinvent yourself.You just need a way back to who you already are.That’s what Lead As You Are (LAYA) is for — a 9-month coaching journey and global community for multicultural professionals who feel like they belong everywhere and nowhere at once.Together, we untangle the self-doubt and people-pleasing so you can: Feel grounded in your own skin, wherever you are.🦁 Lead your life authentically — even on the wobbly days. Make choices that feel aligned, not obligatory. Find belonging in yourself and with others who get it.It’s not about becoming louder or bolder.It’s about unshrinking — coming home to yourself and leading life on your own terms.If this resonates, let’s connect. No pressure — just human-to-human.