by Janelle Roker | Mar 1, 2026 | Business, Career Transition, Change, Coaching, Leadership
I love living in a part of the world where the change of seasons is so striking. Here in Omaha, Nebraska, I love watching new plants bloom in the spring – from crocuses and daffodils to tulips. The flowering redbud and crab apple trees make morning walks feel...
by Janelle Roker | Feb 8, 2026 | Business, Coaching, Leadership
Have you ever wondered if your work still matters? More and more people are quietly asking themselves this question, especially leaders, executives, and small business owners navigating constant change. During COVID, “essential worker” became a mainstream phrase. It...
by Janelle Roker | Jan 18, 2026 | Business, Change, Coaching, Fear, Leadership
I don’t know how you’re feeling about 2026, but I sense it will be a year of change. This isn’t news to anyone. 2025 brought a constant barrage of change, and it’s continued into the new year. As an executive coach and leadership consultant working with business...
by Janelle Roker | Dec 10, 2025 | Business, Career Transition, Change, Coaching, Creativity, Goals, Leadership
It’s that time of year again when I invite you to look ahead to 2026 in a slightly unconventional way. Let’s be honest, 2025 has been a whirlwind for business leaders: organizational shifts, economic uncertainty, industry disruptions, and plenty of unexpected turns....
by Janelle Roker | Nov 1, 2025 | Business, Leadership
Every year, my neighborhood hosts a picnic. It’s a chance for us to come together, share a meal, and catch up. There are always fun things for the kids to do, like bouncy houses and face painting. This year, the Balloon Man was the main attraction. He creates magic by...
by Janelle Roker | Sep 23, 2025 | Business, Leadership
As a great leader, your job goes beyond managing tasks. It’s about inspiring everyone around you to find joy in their work. And more importantly, to feel it. Are you helping others feel this level of joy? Do you help people around you feel like they are making a...