Jen Zanotti - Inspiring Woman Entrepreneur
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My journey began and continues to unwind in Highland Park, IL. After high school I went to trade school for Esthetics at Pivot Point. Once I graduated, I traveled to LA for film and television make-up school, followed by six years of artistry and management in the cosmetics world. Ten years ago I opened up my own business, called Jen Z’s. My business is ever-evolving, progressing into more and more arenas as I continue to grow.
It is my mission to empower, inspire, and motivate others to live out their happiest, healthiest lifestyle. I have become very passionate about health and fitness, as I experienced my own weight-loss journey ten years ago. I am a purple belt sponsored athlete in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and I compete as well as instruct (people have told me that I’m the nicest badass they know). I have used my training in BJJ to help clients through wellness coaching with a focus on nutrition, health, fitness, stress-relief, and self-love. Additionally, my services include waxing, facials, my own skin-care, make-up, and reiki. My most recent project—“Focus for the Future”—aims to reach and help more people through my own lifestyle app and subscription website.
I have always been a natural healer of others, freely giving of my support and happiness to those whom I care about. But I had to learn that it was okay to care for myself. One of the hardest things I have experienced in life was my divorce. However, it was this which prompted me to begin my spiritual journey and to begin to love myself. I finally realized that my own happiness needed to be a priority, and that positivity is key. We all have to endure difficult life challenges, and in these moments we have a critical choice to make—take the easy road of dwelling in negativity, or hold on to hope and positivity. I firmly believe that a positive attitude is the most important tool we have in moving forward.
Coming up on two years post-divorce, I am currently living at home with my parents. I sacrificed a lot to get out of the situation I was in, and I have to continually invest a lot of my time and money in my business. However, I am setting my sights on a brighter future. I am currently completing my nutrition certification online, with the hopes of propelling my business forward! I have surrounded myself with countless strong, compassionate, amazing women who I look up to, and who inspire me to be that same inspiration for others. I strive to motivate and inspire women daily through my work and my women’s Jiu-Jitsu classes. With a supportive community, strong relationships, and a focus on self-care you can truly accomplish anything!
In addition to having a purple belt in Jui Jitsu and being an instructor, and competitor, Jennifer is a proprietor of a Spa in Evanston - Jen Z's Beauty Services, Inc.! Check her out at http://www.jenzanotti.com/
Fantastic Jiu-Jitsu workshop with Jen Z on behalf of Blessons on Sunday, Feb. 25th, 2018! Jennifer and Candy, her amazing student, put us through the rigors of Jui-Jitsu and helped us attendants feel confident to be able to defend ourselves in situations that unfortunately we should be prepared to deal with. Jennifer is an incredibly motivated individual! In addition to having a purple belt in Jui Jitsu and being an instructor, and competitor, Jennifer is a proprietor of a Spa in Evanston - Jen Z's Beauty Services, Inc.! Check her out at http://www.jenzanotti.com/ 🚺🥋💪🏼
