by Janelle Roker | Apr 8, 2026 | Change, Coaching, Leadership
When my dog, Lenny, was 9 months old, we took a training class focused on teaching your dog to come to you when called. There are few things I enjoy more than watching a dog run full speed towards something they love. This class is all about teaching your dog to love...
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 | 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...
