Quackenbush Coaching LLC

ACCOUNTABILITY

One word. Six syllables. When many of us hear it, we get quiet and take notice. We pay more than the usual attention to things, processes, and people. This word places people into one of two categories: Those who are being held accountable and those who are holding people accountable. All of us, at oneContinue reading “ACCOUNTABILITY”

Leadership and Discomfort

Discomfort & Leadership No one ever said that being a leader is easy. Sometimes it’s scary, and Sometimes it is infuriating. Most times, it’s uncomfortable. So Let’s talk about discomfort. Nowadays, leadership is a scarce commodity because few people are willing to go through what is uncomfortable and step into leadership. (Seth Godin-Tribes) We fail toContinue reading “Leadership and Discomfort”

Sometimes You Have to Ugly Cry

It has been 2 years since I have seen my daughter face to face. Zoom is great, So is facetime. I actually talk to her every day either by phone, or text but that just does not cut it. It simply is not enough. Thanks, COVID. I am a professional leadership and life coach. IContinue reading “Sometimes You Have to Ugly Cry”

Life Inspiration# 10

#beagoodhumanbeing Life Inspiration# 10

Open Letter To Myself

Inspiring people to live purpose-driven lives; This is the motto for my company. I am a Professional Leadership Coach, writer, speaker, mentor, daughter, sister, mother, wife, and friend. I have had break downs, and I have witnessed breakthroughs. I practice what I preach and work hard to lead by example. I am an executive whoContinue reading “Open Letter To Myself”

THE THIEF

I got some news today. News that I was certainly not expecting, and it came to me from an unlikely source. A mentor, A brother, and a dear friend passed away yesterday. A thief stole him. Stole his health, Stole his life. He had a lot of life left to live. It is ironic asContinue reading “THE THIEF”

Leadership During Hard Times

Leading – and Succeeding – in a Downturn Your positive energy will help your team get through hard times. However, when the economic conditions are challenging, this excitement and positive energy can weaken. People feel the pressures of work, and they fear for their jobs. These worries and fears present a significant challenge for leadersContinue reading “Leadership During Hard Times”

So What Now?

Recently we find ourselves submerged in quite a bit of adversity as a nation. We are in positions where we are being told to use discretion when socializing. The new buzz word has become “social distancing.” Many people who suffer from seasonal allergies are now wondering if they have been exposed to COVID-19 somehow. WeContinue reading “So What Now?”

What Did You Do Today?

Today I took a bath. I stopped. All of the hustle, all of the errands, all of the holiday ups and downs. All of my relatives, friends, and family who were visiting or otherwise waited. I put them on hold for a significant person. Me. I mixed my essential oils with some Epsom salts, IContinue reading “What Did You Do Today?”

Why Do I Need A Coach?

There are so many ways we self-sabotage ourselves out of partnering with the coach. For several reasons, the main reason is that we do not understand the role of a coach and how a coach can help enrich our lives. The following are just a few things we say to ourselves to talk ourselves outContinue reading “Why Do I Need A Coach?”