Life is too short to

Life, Work, and Well-Being “Life is too short to not have exposure to learning and exploring  interests. What are we waiting for?” Thank you. Jackie Use CODE: EPMAG50 for 50% discount. ===================================== Dr. Jackie Marquette Marquette Index, LLC. Creator of the Marquette Strengths and Career Index Research | Consultant | Speaker | 4 time veteran of adult […]

Eight ways to create Ease about the New School Year for a Child with Autism

  Does your #autistic #child #fear #school? I am sharing my blog that was published on Mighty at this link. https://themighty.com/2016/08/ways-to-create-ease-about-the-new-school-year-for-a-child-with-autism/ (I do not own the pic. Purchased from Fotolia.com) ===================================== Jackie Marquette PhD Marquette Index, LLC. Creator of the Marquette Strengths and Career Index Research | Consultant | Speaker | 4 time veteran of adult transition (39 year son […]

Three Levels to Vocational Discovery for Those with Autism who Rely on Supports

Before starting the process of identifying and exploring gifts and interests, look at three levels of this process. The first level is obvious — it is apparent that the person has a gift, like a beautiful singing voice. The second level is easy to determine as well; this is when the individual indicates and directs […]

Eleven Questions You Must Ask Yourself Before Exploring a Career

1. Is there something that would get me excited about each new day? If so, what would it be? 2. What do I do well? Or what could I do well if I had time to practice and learn? 3. What are interests? 4. Do I have a passion?  If so, what is my passion. […]

Ten Positive Effects When Expressing your True Self Expression, your True Self

Self expression of your best strengths or talents can be powerful to your well being. Some examples may include: producing art, composing music, building something useful or beautiful. Here are ten possible effects. 1. Be as powerful as therapy, holistic supplements, or exercise. 2. Become the fuel that launches you into joy, delight, and purpose. 3. […]

The Three Things that Make Transition from One Phase of Life to the Next – Work.

“Transition” is the creating and building of a person’s life by integrating the past and present into the future. The e-book is available on my web site marquettestrengthsindex.com   Jackie Marquette PhD Marquette Index, LLC. Creator and Founder of the Marquette Strengths and Career Index Research | Consultant | Speaker | 4 time veteran of adult transition […]

Quote: Why connections and interdependence works.

Messages and quotes from teachers from the past are timeless.   “Never doubt that a small group of dedicated people can make a difference. Indeed it is the only thing that ever has.” — Margaret Mead Jackie Marquette PhD Marquette Index, LLC. Creator and Founder of the Marquette Strengths and Career Index Research | Consultant | Speaker | […]

How to Become Remarkably Able: You’re Going to Like This

R Take positive risks to learn or try something new, even when failure is possible. E Set goals and explore opportunities to reach them. M Seek and find a mentor to guide and give you positive feedback. A Participate in activities that have meaning and purpose (e.g., volunteer in clubs, church). R Resist thoughts of […]

Seven Things to Know that May Greatly Impact Employment Direction: ASD or Disability

A gift — something a person is born with. It’s something that comes as easily as breathing. A talent — a gift the individual has pursued, developed, and refined. 3. A skill — something one learns to do. It may draw upon a person’s gifts. 4. An interest — something that draws one’s attention. 5. […]

Five Things We Must Believe Before Things Change: Autism and developmental disabilities.

Each individual is unique and can develop to his or her fullest potential. 2. There must be a plan in place that brings ease, enjoyment, and acceptance. 3. Each one has a viable gift, strength, and/or interest that may only need uncovering to blossom into a hobby, volunteer work, self employment, part time job, or […]