Client Stories

True Stories from People Just Like You

You’re about to read true stories from past clients who, just like you, were overwhelmed or under-supported and needed to create a new way of working. Whether through coaching, professional development sessions, or program assessments, these clients are now happier and working with increased support, and I couldn’t be more excited to share their experiences with you below.

Jackie coaches with a level of objectivity that neither my administrators nor I can have on any given day. Being coached allowed me to step out of the daily grind to get perspective in a conversation with a person who was not part of the structure of decision-making for the school, which allowed me to trust that she was not holding back for any reason.

Director of Residential Life, RI

Highly recommend her! Engaging, knowledgeable, “gets it”, a well oiled boarding school faculty member. Realistic yet aspirational.

Jackie was great! Incredibly engaging, thoughtful, and encouraging. I can be a bit of a cynic when it comes to these workshops, but I really enjoyed this.

Jackie, you were knowledgeable, engaging, and effective in delivering your expertise. Thank you!

Workshop Attendees, CA

Jackie was a calming presence for me during a time of transition and new challenges. Being a new administrator can be a lonely position, but Jackie quickly became someone I could trust. She was a cheerleader for me on hard days and understands all the layers of this life and this work. I appreciated her flexibility around scheduling, her perspective from all of her experience coaching others, and her honesty.

Director of Residential Life, HI

Throughout our work together, it’s just been so good to have a thought partner, someone who can validate some thinking, push us in other directions when needed, and act as the stop-gap during the decision-making process. Jackie’s guidance reminded us to stop and investigate before we made assumptions and identified the ongoing work that needs to be done to continue to improve the student experience.

Vice President, Mount St. Charles Academy, RI

Jackie O’Rourke has been one of the most supportive people I have worked with as an educator. She gives honest, supportive feedback to help individuals find sustainability in a fast-paced boarding school world.

Dorm Parent and Teacher, CA

The conversations, information, simulations, and content we covered in our week with Jackie opened up our team’s eyes to life with students in boarding, and provided us with common language and practiced responses for when situations inevitably did arise. Our staff training provided us a solid springboard for the further development and design necessary for our new program. We could not be more grateful!

Boarding Director, HI

It was a breath of fresh air during meetings. It felt like I was with an old friend who knew exactly what we were dealing with on a daily basis.

Jackie is engaging, and experienced, and she provided a great experience for experienced and new teachers.

Jackie's energy was awesome. I could tell that she was passionate and thorough in her approach within one minute of the presentation beginning.

Workshop Attendees, CT

Ready to Add Your Own Story?

You’ve just read about the incredible results of some of my past clients, people who shared your same challenges in their work at boarding schools. Their journey from where you are to where you want to be started with a single step, and for a short time, I’m excited to offer that same opportunity to you. If you’re ready to get started, click the button below now to book your free Overcome the Overwhelm Strategy Call.