Life is too precious to be wasted
on an endless quest to fulfill
someone else's expectations.

We all deserve a life we love.

To understand why I do what I do, you should know a little about me.

I spent most of my life trying to make everyone happy but myself. I worked nights and weekends, sacrificed precious time with my family, and postponed personal interests, all to get ahead.

And get ahead I did. My marketing career took me around the world and earned me a corner office for a while, but the price was too high.

Worn down and worn out, I left the corporate world to start consulting. I helped growing businesses with everything from start-up strategy to naming and branding. I developed expertise in digital marketing and launched a fair trade retail business as a side hustle.

Then I went hiking...

Joellyn Ferguson - Mt. Katahdin

The Appalachian Trail transformed me, making my priorities crystal clear. It was a period of epic personal growth. I discovered I was stronger and more tenacious than I gave myself credit for.

That knowledge came just in time to see me through the unexpected loss of my long-term marriage. A nuclear bomb decimated my life, and I was reeling from the fallout.

I walked through the fire and come out even stronger on the other side.

For a year and a half I traveled the U.S. in a Promaster campervan I converted by myself (with a little help from friends). Tackling a giant project like the van build reinforced what I learned on the trail: I can do hard things.

Full-time van life was a blast, but eventually it was time to set up a new home base and downshift to being a part-time nomad. Now I live north of Denver, working remotely as a writer, content creator, and interim marketing executive.

I'm designing the life I want, the one I'm meant to have. And I feel honored when my work helps others do the same for themselves.

Van Life Sunset

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Facing Big Changes of Your Own?

It's my aim to inspire, encourage, and motivate personal and professional growth. I write, speak, and coach to help people like you build a life they love. 

If you're struggling to overcome unexpected life changes or simply want help navigating new adventures, I'm in your corner. Send me an email and tell me how I can help.

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