Women Rockers of Broward County - Part III

This week, I present the final interview of a three part series showcasing experienced female band members who have agreed to answer a few questions from yours truly.  This week, we feature Jen Boronico, lead guitarist of "Pandia".

WC: What is your full time job and what do you like to do when you’re not working or playing with the band?

JB: My full time job is the President of Boca Tanning Club, which is a National Franchise with 20 salons in Florida, Texas and New York.

I am also a commentator for Mixed Martial Arts. I am on FightZone, a television show that is broadcasted in 38 million homes on FSN. You can check out my demo reel @ www.jenboronico.com

WC: If you could give up your daytime job and make enough money to survive by playing with your band more often in more places, would you do it?

JB: My financial goals are extremely high… if I was able to earn $200,000+ a year I would do it though.

WC: How do you feel about working the late hours (and early morning) hours?

JB: Working late is tough sometimes because I have a 7 year old daughter who likes to wake up pretty early. Regardless what time I get home I am up by 9am to be with her.  (This weekend we play Ugly Mug till 4:30 am so I get home by 6am)!

It is all worth it though when I look out in the crowd and see the impact I am having on people as they jam to our tunes. Especially when I hear how inspirational I am to the women in the crowd. Almost every show a girl will tell me they are so inspired my be that they are going to start taking guitar lessons, or start lifting weights, or the best is when they find out I am sober for 9 years and say I am inspiring them to try to defeat an alcohol issue...these are the reasons why a little sleepiness throughout the day is well worth it! If I can impact one person it is well worth it :)

 WC: What advice would you give to other women who are interested in joining a band?

JB: Don’t give up and don’t be offended when people give you constructive criticism…have thick skin and remember you cannot please everyone, everytime.

WC: Jen, thank you for helping me put together this little series of interviews and share your thoughts with my blog readers.  Also, thank you for your honesty and being a great friend to all those who surround you everyday.

Find out where Jen Boronico and Pandia are playing next by checking the events calendar at www.WeekendBroward.com