28 - maximizing potential: ADD, dyslexia, launching an ortho practice, and acting as president of junior league hsv
Despite her struggles through school and hearing numerous times that she wasn’t applying herself, Jessica Johnson views her diagnosis of ADD and dyslexia as an ability, rather than a disability. She uses her gift to look at the world a bit differently, and boy, has it served her well. She and her husband launched his orthodontics practice in 2012, and we discuss the highs and lows of starting a business “on love and student loans.” Jessica now serves as the President of Junior League of Huntsville, and we discuss the different seasons of motherhood as a member of this organization that promotes women’s leadership and community impact. Jessica also shares about her kiddos, their dyslexia diagnosis, and how blessed they are to have abundant resources that meet them where they are.
This week’s episode will challenge you to look back at how far you’ve come and to do the best you can with what you have. I know you’ll love Jessica and all she shares with us.
Jessica Johnson's always had a passion for helping others and serving her community. After graduating from Samford University, she spent more than a decade helping small businesses thrive using her graphic design skills and marketing expertise. Her favorite project came along in 2012 when she and her husband, Nathan, opened Johnson Orthodontics in Jones Valley. Ten years ago Jessica joined the Junior League of Huntsville where she's cultivated her love of volunteering. She is honored to be currently serving as the League’s 76th President. Of all the roles that Jessica has, her greatest joy comes from being a Mom to Eli (9) and Ava (7). Jessica is an Enneagram 3 with a 2 wing. She enjoys reading, traveling, spending time with friends, and considers herself an interior design hobbyist.
