.png)
Success Unscripted with Jessica Rivera
Ever feel like success comes with a script—one that doesn’t quite fit you? Welcome to Success Unscripted, the podcast where we break the mold, rewrite the rules, and redefine what it means to truly thrive. Forget the traditional rules and cookie-cutter blueprints; this is where we dive deep into the power of your words, your presence, and your influence to help you create lasting impact.
Whether through solo episodes packed with actionable strategies or raw, unfiltered conversations with industry leaders and unconventional success stories, this podcast delivers more than just inspiration—it’s a roadmap for transformation. From navigating leadership and building belonging to stepping into your authentic power, Success Unscripted is here to help you thrive.
Hosted by Jessica Rivera, an executive coach and business consultant who has led a $4 billion division and coached Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 leaders, this podcast combines real-world expertise with a fresh perspective.
Tune in to unlock your potential and redefine success for every season of your life.
Episodes
19 episodes
Ep 18. The Real Reason You’re Not Getting What You Want—Even When You Work Hard
You’re smart. You work hard.You’ve checked the boxes, followed the rules, maybe even exceeded expectations.So why do you still feel like something’s missing?This episode is for the high-achievers who’ve started to question the...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 18
•
25:47
.png)
Ep. 17 The Truth About Value, Power, and Why Most People Never Really Show Up — with Dan Lloyd
Most people say they want change—but few are willing to do the inner work required to lead it.Dan Lloyd has sat with celebrities, politicians, CEOs—and still, his greatest work has been showing up for himself. Raised in a biraci...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 17
•
34:20
Ep 16. Letting Go of Control & Building Confidence From the Inside Out
She thought running a restaurant was just about food.Turns out—she was learning how to lead herself.Massiel “Massy” Medina is a natural-born host and entrepreneur who loves entertaining—and who’s discovering that true success means ...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 16
•
23:20
Ep 15. Healing, Hustle & Harvard: Katherine’s Journey to Becoming One of the 2% of Licensed Latina Architects
What started as a career path turned into a journey of self-discovery.She wasn’t just making a living—she was learning to live fully.Katherine Serrano Sosa is part of the 2%—a licensed Latina architect who left behind the corporate ...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 15
•
21:42
Ep 14. The Music Industry Taught Him Power. The Classroom Taught Him Purpose.
He was signed to Uptown Records as a teen.He went on world tour with Diddy.He worked behind the scenes of some of the biggest moments in music.And then—he walked away.Today, Harold Wilkerson (@uptownharry0) is a college profe...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 14
•
39:29
Ep 13. If sarcasm is your go-to, your emotional maturity is overdue.
Sarcasm isn’t communication—it’s avoidance. Guilt jokes aren’t funny—they’re manipulation. In this no-fluff episode of Success Unscripted, Jessica Rivera exposes the toxic communication habits that are destroying your influe...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 13
•
31:17
Ep 12. Love Was Always the Answer—I Just Didn’t Know How to Receive It
In this powerful milestone episode, Jessica Rivera turns 50 and shares 5 transformative life lessons every high-achieving woman needs to hear.If you’ve ever struggled to receive love, felt like you needed to be strong all the time, or fo...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 12
•
26:02
Ep 11. He Thought His Purpose Was Too Late—Then Everything Changed
🎙 Success Unscripted – Episode 11What if the very thing you were meant to do has been inside you all along—just waiting for you to finally say yes?In this episode, I sit down with the incredibly talented and deeply inspir...
•
52:37
EP 10. Success on the Outside, Chaos on the Inside: What She Did Next
In this raw and powerful episode, I sit down with my client Vanessa Cardona—entrepreneur, powerhouse, and people leader—to talk about what real success looks like when you stop performing and start becoming.Vanessa opens up abou...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 10
•
32:07
Ep 9. Stop Playing Humble: The Hidden Reason You’re Overlooked & Underpaid
You’ve been told to stay humble, let your work speak for itself, and just keep grinding. But guess what? Your work isn’t a microphone—and silence isn’t a strategy.The truth? High achievers don’t wait to be notice...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 9
•
22:43
Ep.8 Stop Forcing It: When to Let Go & Protect Your Peace
Not everyone is meant to stay in your life forever. So why do we hold on to relationships, friendships, and even jobs that drain us?In this episode of Success Unscripted, we’re getting to revisit an IG live I did where we got
•
Season 1
•
Episode 8
•
38:03
Ep.7 KILLING YOUR SUCCESS: Why Playing Small is Costing You Money, Influence, and Respect
In this episode of Success Unscripted, I sit down with Liz Agosto—a former client turned friend who went from executive assistant to COO of major organizations. She played the corporate game, followed the rules, and staye...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 7
•
30:02
The Cost of 'I’m Fine': How Silence Sabotages Your Success
We’ve all been there—frustrated, unseen, unsupported—yet when someone asks, “Are you okay?” we respond with the biggest lie in leadership: “I’m fine.”In this unapologetically raw episode of Success Unscripted, ...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 6
•
20:26
STRIPPED DOWN: The Raw Truth About Success, Identity, and Letting Go
In this bold and unapologetic episode of Success Unscripted, I sit down with the powerhouse herself, Jules Mela (@iamjewelzz)—entrepreneur, former corporate queen, and living proof that success has nothing to do with titles and ...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 5
•
28:42
What Has to Die for You to Thrive? The Uncomfortable Truth About Growth
Growth isn’t always about adding more. Sometimes, it’s about letting go.In this unapologetically bold episode of Success Unscripted, I’m asking the question most people are too afraid to face: What part of you ha...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 4
•
29:43
Rewire to Rise: Transforming Your Leadership Through Neuroplasticity
What if I told you that becoming a better leader—and a better human—starts with rewiring your brain? In this episode of Success Unscripted, we dive into the power of neuroplasticity, your brain’s incredible ability to change and adapt....
•
Season 1
•
Episode 3
•
11:38
The Problem with Humble: Why playing small is Costing you Real Success
Why do we wear humility like a badge of honor when it’s often the very thing holding us back? In this episode of Success Unscripted, we’re diving into the problem with being "humble" and how it keeps you from owning your power and clai...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 2
•
13:12