Book Jane for Speaking and Workshops
Real Conversations. Practical Tools. Fresh Perspective.
With a background in education, extension, and coaching, I blend real-life experience with actionable tools that participants can apply right away.
Most requested topics include:
All talks can be customized for your event, group, or age range.
Building Confidence in Rural Youth
Tools for quieting self-doubt, setting goals, and seeing beyond small-town limits without losing your sense of identity.
Mental Wellness in the Real World
Supporting emotional health and resilience in communities where “tough it out” is the default setting.
From Stuck to Steady
Helping students and young professionals navigate transitions with clarity, confidence, and direction.
Healthy Communication & Conflict Skills
Strategies to build stronger relationships—at school, at work, and at home.
Who I Work With
Rural school districts
Community programs
Youth leadership conferences
Community wellness initiatives
Staff development days
Faith-based organizations
Nonprofits serving youth and families
Whether it’s a gym full of students or a leadership retreat with your team, I bring energy, insight, and tools that connect.
Workshop & Session Descriptions
Practical tools. Real conversations. Support that meets you where you are.
Click the topics below to learn more about each topic.
Personal Growth & Wellness
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Start each day with confidence and end it with peace. Learn how to rewire your thinking, let go of limiting beliefs, and use your strengths to create more energy, joy, and productivity in your work and life.
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Explore the gifts you’ve been given and the ones you offer others, even the ones wrapped in hardship. Learn practical tools to grow through life’s challenges and become a better giver, receiver, and leader.
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Discover the power of your thoughts, emotions, actions, and needs using the LEARN model. This session helps you slow down, respond with intention, and manage your mind to lead a more calm and confident life.
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Declutter your life physically, mentally, and emotionally. Clear distractions so you can focus on what matters most and make space for more love, joy, and purpose.
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Examine your self-talk and replace negative thinking with supportive, empowering thoughts that help you move forward.
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Challenge the limiting beliefs that have held you back and open yourself up to new possibilities in your life and mindset.
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You’ve hit many of your life goals. Now what? Reignite your imagination, dust off forgotten dreams, and map out what you want next. Build a team that supports your vision and your joy.
Money Mindset & Financial Well-Being
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A guided financial book club designed to help participants learn and grow through shared reading, discussion, and practical money tools.
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Cut spending, shift your money mindset, and develop sustainable financial habits without sacrificing your joy or values.
Stress & Emotional Health
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Explore real-life stress triggers and learn calming strategies you can use immediately to keep yourself grounded in tough moments.
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A practical session for those in agriculture feeling overwhelmed. Learn stress management tools and simple techniques to take care of yourself and others.
Relationships, Boundaries & Team Building
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Learn where your boundaries have been ignored and how to express them clearly. Understand how to advocate for yourself, reduce resentment, and create emotional safety.
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Family operations often blur the line between personal and professional. This session helps you create clear expectations, respectful boundaries, and better communication in both business and family life.
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Your relationships are just as important as your property. Learn how to maintain strong connections, especially in marriage, so you can protect both your personal life and your ag operation from unnecessary division and stress.
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Understand different personality styles to improve relationships, communication, and leadership in your team, organization, or workplace.
Teen-Focused Workshops
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Help teens recognize their stress, feel less alone, and learn simple techniques to cope. This interactive session includes shared strategies and supportive conversations.
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This time management workshop helps teens feel more in control and less overwhelmed. Learn tools and techniques to improve organization, reduce stress, and build confidence.
What Attendees are Saying
What you can expect
Engaging and interactive sessions (learning together – not lectures)
Flexible formats: Keynotes, breakouts, half- or full-day workshops
Relevant content that reflects rural realities and challenges
Thoughtful follow-up tools or worksheets, if desired
Every session is tailored to your goals, your group, and your setting.
Whether that’s a school assembly, teacher in-service, community event, or conference.
Rural Mental Health: The Unspoken Truth
Learn the challenges rural students and adults are facing and get the same tools and strategies shared in our workshops and coaching sessions.
Bring Me to Your Next Event
Whether you’re planning ahead or exploring ideas, I’d love to learn more about your goals and how we can work together.