Jackie’s Journal

A Tourist or a Traveler

Are you a tourist or a traveler? On a recent trip to Europe, a tour guide asked the group what we thought the differences were between a tourist and a traveler. Some people shared ideas

Your Healthiest Relationship Should Be With Yourself

“If you don’t have a relationship with yourself, all other relationships become shallow. And if your relationship with yourself is so profound and steady then you naturally develop the skill to handle any kind of

Maybe the Problem is … You

Roughly 95% of us believe we are self-aware, but surveys done by Psychologist Trisha Eurich show that only 10-15% of us are truly self-aware. That’s not good. Self-awareness is critical for life success. Defined, self-awareness

Proud of Those Who are Humble

I am so stinkin’ proud of the team members of one of my clients. I’ll tell you why but let me first explain a few things. To be humble is to possess the virtue of

Applaud the Request for Help

If you break a bone, people can see you have an injury. They may ask when you will be better, and perhaps even get into specifics of what it will take to heal. They aren’t

What is in Your Blind Spot?

There is something that is impacting the way I feel about others and as much as I try to get to know a person for who they are and not make decisions about them too

Garbage In, Garbage Out

An actor slapped a comedian. Someone with perceived status or power has covid. A couple who is labeled as a celebrity couple is getting divorced. A woman wanted to wear a black wedding dress, but

Talent Should Never Trump Poor Behavior/Attitude

Antonio Brown, most recently a wide receiver for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, made the news in early January for taking off some of his equipment, his jersey and undershirt, and leaving the stadium during the

What is in Your Blind Spot?

We can probably all identify people who we believe are good leaders and people we feel are bad leaders. Maybe we came to those conclusions, or perceptions, through first-hand experiences, observations, or stories from our

Leadership Potential Does Not Have to Go to Waste

Seven times in the last three weeks. That is not a good thing. Seven different people commented to me about their direct supervisor being a poor leader. Seven different people. Seven different supervisors. Seven different

Do Not Forget to be Grateful

Seems like people are decorating for Christmas earlier than ever this year. I can understand, given how this year has gone. I love the positive feelings that Christmas evokes. As much as I have wanted

Attitude is Driving the Wedge

There is something that is impacting the way I feel about others and as much as I try to get to know a person for who they are and not make decisions about them too

“After having a few days to reflect and visit some of our branches, I am happy to report that every single employee that I’ve spoken with had nothing but excellent things to say about you and your workshop—they are feeling motivated to improve their emotional intelligence!”

Specific comments from attendees:

  • Jackie was comfortable on the stage presenting, she didn’t need a microphone!
  • The topic really made me think about my everyday experiences and how most days, I just sort of float through my activities.
  • The time flew by; she was captivating and knowledgeable.
  • I’m really looking forward to reading the books she suggested!
  • Jackie caused me to look internally into ways I can change and be a better person both personally and professionally.
Erin Stark, Shelby State Bank

“I just wanted to say a BIG thank you. Your presentation was amazing, and you certainly had folks listening throughout. The content was great.”

Viv A, Event Organizer

“Jackie was a highlight at Alpena Community College recent administrative retreat. With guidance from staff, she built and delivered a highly engaging, informative, and customized exercise on workplace communication that had staff talking a week later about what they learned and enjoyed. She’s fun and gets to the point with real-world examples that resonate with busy workplace professionals. I could not recommend her work more highly.”

Don MacMaster, President Alpena Community College

“The Alpena Rotary Club recently hosted a membership recruitment event that was organized in large part by Club President, Jackie Krawczak. It was the best member recruiting event I’ve been a part of in my 33 years as a member of the club. Jackie puts great effort into planning, so whatever she is involved in is unique and memorable. Her creativity and ability to deliver is a winning combination for our club and I am certain for her business clients as well. Her leadership of our club has been outstanding!”

Mike Kelly, Rotarian
“Your communication seminar was so well received by my team—thank you! Everyone took something valuable away from it, and it even sparked a little role-playing (and laughter) later that afternoon. Well done!”
Cheryl Tallman, Fresh Baby
“My team recently spent a day with Jackie working on strategy, teambuilding and problem solving. It was easily the best investment we have made as a company all year. I have to admit, I had pretty high expectations, and Jackie delivered in some really significant ways.”
Cristi Johnson, Family Enterprise Embroidery Inc.