How I Discovered My Gift with David D. Simons

Welcome to another episode of How I Discovered My Gift with yours truly, David D. Simons. I’m honored and delighted to have you join me for a powerful conversation with the extraordinary Dr. Porscha R. Jackson, PhD, affectionately known as Dr. PJ. With over 15 years shaping the nonprofit sector, she’s a true powerhouse in adult education, business, personnel development, and community leadership—plus, she’s racked up an impressive roster of accolades like the 2024 Luna Awards Woman of the Year and 2024 Houston Business Journal’s Outstanding Diversity Champion.

In this episode, Dr. PJ peels back the layers of her story, from her roots in Omaha, Nebraska, to the moment she realized she was “exactly where I’m supposed to be.” She tells us, “Even when I think about when I was in elementary school… I was always helping people. And that has matriculated into who I am now in the present time.” We also dive into her passion for mentoring women in transitional programs, her literary works on overcoming toxic workplaces, and the heart behind her ventures like PJ and Co. and Successful Shoes.

If you’re ready to discover how to turn challenges into legacy-building opportunities, you won’t want to miss a second of this inspiring conversation. So grab your headphones and tune in right now—your gift is waiting to be uncovered!