It was a sweet thing

See Me: ASD & Unspoken Words  “It was a sweet thing for my support- giver to see the best in me. They believed in me before I believed in me. So that gave me strength!  Thank you.” Dr. Jackie Marquette Use CODE: EPMAG50 for 50% discount. Marquette Index, LLC. Creator of the Marquette Strengths and Read More

On the trail to Powerful Change: WIOA and ASD

My recent published article in Exceptional Parent https://www.drjackiemarquette.com/wp-content/uploads/1016-workforceinnovation-proof1-2.pdf Dr. Jackie Marquette Use CODE: EPMAG50 for 50% discount. Marquette Index, LLC. Creator of the Marquette Strengths and Career Index Research | Consultant | Speaker | 4 time veteran of adult transition (39 year son with autism) 502 417-6063 drjackiemarquette@gmail.com www.marquettestrengthsindex.com Connecting individuals to their strengths, effectiveness, and well-being

I look at my son, and

Life, Work, and Well-Being “I look at my son, and I see adaptation. But his individual challenges must be supported. So it is mix.” Thank you. Jackie ===================================== Dr. Jackie Marquette Use CODE: EPMAG50 for 50% discount. Marquette Index, LLC. Creator of the Marquette Strengths and Career Index Research | Consultant | Speaker | 4 time veteran Read More

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 Read More

“More than ever, there’s not…

Life, Work, and Well-Being “More than ever, there’s not one way to design vocational well-being. We don’t all have to work from the same square box.”   Dr. Jackie Marquette Use CODE: EPMAG50 for 50% discount. Marquette Index, LLC. Creator of the Marquette Strengths and Career Index Research | Consultant | Speaker | 4 time veteran of adult Read More

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 Read More

Quote: You May Be Surprised What This Says About You.

Have You Ever been So Intently Focused in An Activity? If you have a autism or a disability be aware to that thing which captures your attention. It could be the gateway to something awesome in your life. Quote: Rollo May When you are completely caught up in something, you become oblivious to things around Read More

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 Read More

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. Read More

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. Read More