Episode 41: The Juggle Struggle

In today’s episode, Kate and Abigail discuss what working at max capacity looks like, and how we figure out what the ideal workload is for ourselves. We also interviewed Jessie Jarvis, founder and CEO of ag and western job site Of the West about finding a job in the agricultural world; and Freelance Remuda’s first repeat guest, Jen Paulson of Jen Paulson Creative, about the importance of community journalism. This episode is a bit longer than usual, but we think the info you’ll glean is worth your time with us! Let us know your thoughts over on Facebook or Instagram, or shoot us an email.

Segment 1: The Juggle Struggle - 00:45

Segment 2: Talking Ag Jobs with Jessie Jarvis from Of the West - 18:24

Jessie Jarvis is a third-generation rancher from Idaho, the wife of a roper, and mom of two. She is a popular Western lifestyle influencer herself, but in 2020 she launched Of the West, a job site hub for agriculture jobs and western industry careers. Today we talked about Of the West with Jessie, and she shared her take on the state of ag-based jobs today. She also shared an exciting new partnership for her company that you won’t want to miss!

Jessie Jarvis: Instagram: @mrsjjarv

OftheWest: ofthewest.co

Facebook: Facebook.com/jobsofthewest

Instagram: @ofthewest.co

Email: HELLO@OFTHEWEST.CO

Segment 3: The importance of Community Journalism with Jen Paulson - 47:35

Jen Paulson has a background with more than 20 years’ experience in equine media, from Western Horseman, to being the editor of Horse & Rider, to NRHA publications and much more. Today she operates Jen Paulson Creative, creating editorial, digital and social media content and strategies. Based in Littleton, Colorado, Jen is talking to us today about the importance of community journalism.

Jen Paulson: jenpaulsoncreative.com

The Colorado Horse Source: coloradohorsesource.com

Abigail Boatwright