by Janelle Roker | Aug 17, 2025 | Business, Creativity, Leadership
“Always remember you matter, you’re important and you are loved, and you bring to this world things no one else can.” -Charlie Mackesy This quote sums up what it feels like to find the joy in your work, something every business owner or creative...
by Janelle Roker | May 7, 2025 | Business, Creativity, Leadership
“Through Trent’s unmistakable art, we want to encourage families, educate communities, and inspire everyone. We also want to give Trent an outlet for his talent, a voice in the world, and a brighter future.” -Trent’s Dad & Mom Confession: I get easily...
by Janelle Roker | Apr 3, 2025 | Business, Change, Leadership
I grew up in Minnesota where almost every town, big or small, has some sort of hockey rink. One thing that makes hockey unique is the Power Play. This happens when a player commits a penalty and has to sit out of the game for 2-5 minutes depending on the severity of...
by Janelle Roker | Feb 20, 2025 | Business, Change, Creativity, Fear, Goals
I recently attended a Masterclass for musicians led by jazz guitarist Dan Wilson. For those of you wondering, I don’t play any musical instruments. I simply find musicians incredibly creative and jump at the opportunity to understand more about their world. Dan talked...
by Janelle Roker | Jan 19, 2025 | Business, Change, Coaching, Goals, Leadership
At the start of a new year, I always ask my clients, “Where do you want to be on December 31st?” Knowing where you want to end up helps you align your actions toward a goal. But it’s hard to define the end goal. You sense something needs to change or feel there’s...
by Janelle Roker | Sep 22, 2024 | Business, Coaching, Leadership
If you follow me, you know fall is my favorite time of year. And, more specifically, football season. I love the stories behind what makes teams great. Right before Covid locked everything down in 2020, I had a chance to tour the Dallas Cowboys stadium. Our tour guide...
