How She Turned RA Struggles Into a Mission-Driven Career

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Melissa McCurley welcomes Heather Seiden, team leader at Jewish Family Services in Denver, Colorado. Heather shares her powerful story of managing rheumatoid arthritis while leading a career services team that supports thousands of people facing barriers to employment. Discover how Heather balances chronic illness, leadership, and family life with determination and a willing mindset. Learn practical strategies for thriving personally and professionally despite health challenges.

🎧 Hosted by: Melissa McCurley

🎙 Guest: Heather Seiden – Team Leader, Jewish Family Services Colorado

Heather Seiden is the Career Services Program Manager at Jewish Family Service in Denver, Colorado, where she provides career coaching, resume writing, and job search assistance. She leads workshops like the Career Launchpad, focusing on confidence-building and job search strategies. Heather is passionate about supporting diverse communities and enhancing workforce development in collaboration with organizations like the Colorado Technology Association.

Heather was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, a chronic autoimmune illness, and has shared her journey through blogging, offering insights on managing her condition while maintaining her career.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ Heather’s journey with rheumatoid arthritis and its impact

✔️ Overview of Jewish Family Services and its holistic programs

✔️ Strategies for balancing chronic illness with work and family

✔️ The importance of flexibility and leadership in the workplace

✔️ Building a supportive team culture with trust and honesty

✔️ Motivation, persistence, and mindset for thriving with chronic illness

📇 Connect with Heather Seiden:

🌐 Website → https://www.jewishfamilyservice.org/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/HeatherLakeSeiden

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lakeseiden/

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