By Jewel Quackenbush Twenty-seven years ago, I became a mother. I didn’t know it then, but in that single, holy moment, my heart permanently relocated to someone else’s body. I was young, ambitious, unsure. I was still trying to figure out how to care for myself let alone a whole new life that would oneContinue reading ““The Motherhood Manual Never Came But We Wrote It Anyway””
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Passed Up for That Promotion?
Here’s What to Do Next By Jewel Quackenbush | Quackenbush Coaching You put in the work. You showed up early, stayed late, and raised your hand when no one else would. You built relationships, solved problems, and became someone your team could count on. Then, the opportunity you were waiting for the promotion you deservedContinue reading “Passed Up for That Promotion? “
What’s in your Go Bag?
A Guide to Staying Grounded When Life Won’t Let You Pause Have you ever heard of a “go bag”? In the world of first responders or in my case, as someone who once wore many hats during college, including the badge of an EMT, a go bag is a small backpack filled with essentials: aContinue reading “What’s in your Go Bag?”
The Storm
Last night was the first night of what meteorologists are calling a “1-in-1000-year rain event.” A severe thunderstorm blew through my little city, and it was only the beginning. Over the next few days, we’re bracing for relentless waves of wind, rain, hail, and even tornadoes. Entire areas are expecting four months’ worth of rainContinue reading “The Storm”
Pantry Days: Finding Strength in Simplicity
In a world that feels like it’s constantly shifting, where contracts fall through, clients pause services, and layoffs dominate headlines, many of us are quietly tightening our belts. What I’ve come to learn, both as a coach and a woman walking through it too, is that peace doesn’t always come from big solutions. Sometimes, itContinue reading “Pantry Days: Finding Strength in Simplicity”
Routine
by Jewel at Quackenbush Coaching Today, I woke up exhausted. Not the kind of exhaustion that a cup of coffee or a splash of cold water can fix. I’m talking about a deep, head-to-toe fatigue that doesn’t quite have a name—but you know it when it hits. And I know exactly why. I deviated fromContinue reading “Routine”
How to Mentally and Emotionally Prepare for a New Season
Spring Reset Winter can slow us down—sometimes in good ways, sometimes in ways that leave us feeling stuck. But spring invites motion. It’s a season of renewal, fresh energy, and forward momentum. You’re not alone if you’ve felt sluggish, unmotivated, or not yourself. But here’s the good news: You don’t have to wait for motivationContinue reading “How to Mentally and Emotionally Prepare for a New Season”
I Need A Hug
Today, I Need a Hug Today, I woke up sad. Not the kind of sad that passes with a deep breath or a distraction, but the kind that sits heavy in your chest. The kind that makes you pause and wonder, How did I get here? The kind that makes the next step feel uncertain.Continue reading “I Need A Hug”
The Disorganized Leader
The Disorganized Leader—Why Your Chaos is Holding You (and Everyone Else) Back Who you are, where you are, and how you show up—this is what shapes your life and leadership. We don’t often think about it, but every interaction, every commitment (or lack thereof), and every habit we repeat reflects how we choose to showContinue reading “The Disorganized Leader”
Why Civility and Emotional Safety Matter in the Workplace
Simon Sinek once said, “Leadership is not about being in charge. Leadership is about taking care of those in your charge.” This simple yet profound statement captures what it means to be a true leader. Yet, as I work with executives and teams across industries, I’ve noticed a troubling trend: the higher leaders climb theContinue reading “Why Civility and Emotional Safety Matter in the Workplace”
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