Life is lived between the summits
Episode Summary
In this powerful episode of The Launch Button Podcast, host and guest Jen Drummond dive deep into the transformative journey of launching a new life after trauma. From surviving a near-fatal car accident in 2018 to becoming the first woman to climb the second-highest mountains on all seven continents, Jen shares how she turned survival into purpose.
Jen discusses building her financial firm, shifting gears into full-time motherhood, and rediscovering herself through mountaineering. Along the way, she found inspiration in her children, tackled extreme climbs (including Everest), and learned to navigate tough choices — like turning back from a summit for safety — all while balancing business, motherhood, and adventure.
Jen leaves listeners with messages of resilience, intentionality, and kindness, especially for women juggling career and family.
Key Highlights & Takeaways
From Mom to Mountaineer
The Power of a Bucket List
Mountain Barbie Moment
Life Lessons from the Summit
Balancing Business & Motherhood
Turning Setbacks into Service
Mindset Shift Post-Trauma
Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs & Climbers
Most Memorable Climb
About the Guest:
Jenn Drummond is a world record-setting mountaineer, mom of seven, resilience expert, and former financial services CEO. After surviving a near-fatal car accident in 2018, Jenn committed to living life on purpose—and with purpose. That decision led her to become the first woman in history to climb the second-highest mountains on each of the seven continents, earning her a Guinness World Record.
Today, she helps high-achievers turn success into significance. As the host of the Seek Your Summit podcast, Jenn shares conversations with trailblazers and change-makers about overcoming adversity and reaching new heights. Through her bestselling book BreakProof: 7 Strategies to Build Resilience and Achieve Your Life Goals, as well as her dynamic keynotes, Jenn equips audiences with practical tools to lead boldly, live fully, and break through what’s holding them back.
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About the Host:
Hugh excels at helping entrepreneurs and executives who are on the path to manifesting their dreams - whether they are on the first steps of a launch or a giant leap forward as they level up their business. His podcast is dedicated to helping trustworthy, integral, and heart-centered entrepreneurs connect to the people who need them most.
Hugh Zaretsky, was an IT executive until his wake-up call came on 9/11. Realizing how short life can be, Hugh transitioned his career to become a real estate investor, international speaker, best-selling author, philanthropist, and advocate for empowering individuals. Hugh started investing in the precursor to Short-Term Rentals back in 2005. His expertise in cash-flowing properties (STR, SFH, and multi-family) has allowed him to successfully train over 12,500 real estate investors and entrepreneurs to complete profitable real estate transactions, launch businesses, or take them to the next level.
Hugh has been a certified real estate continuing education instructor in 4 different states. His latest book "The Launch Button" was an Amazon best seller in 4 categories including all of real estate. He recently spoke at the Humanity Summit in Portugal on the global issue of "Sustainable tourism (including STRs) and how to work with local communities". His dedication to mentoring and coaching aspiring entrepreneurs makes Hugh a highly sought-after speaker. Get ready to be inspired and gain invaluable insights from Hugh's wealth of experience.
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