Meet Jacquiline Cox

We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Jacquiline Cox a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Jacquiline, thank you so much for opening up with us about some important, but sometimes personal topics. One that really matters to us is overcoming Imposter Syndrome because we’ve seen how so many people are held back in life because of this and so we’d really appreciate hearing about how you overcame Imposter Syndrome.
Imposter syndrome is a common experience that many people face, regardless of their accomplishments. Overcoming imposter syndrome can be a personal journey, but there are some strategies that can help. In my case, I overcame imposter syndrome by recognizing my achievements and acknowledging my own worth. Graduating from Dunbar Vocational Career Academy, attending Columbia College Chicago, and graduating the University of Arizona Global Campus with honors, as well as being a successful entrepreneur, life coach, and published author, are all significant accomplishments. Additionally, my experiences as a thyroid cancer survivor, lupus warrior, and advocate for troubled youth shows my overall strength and resilience that God has given me. By embracing my journey and sharing my story through books, motivational speaking, and charitable donations, I have found confidence and purpose. It’s important to remember that overcoming imposter syndrome is an ongoing process, but celebrating personal achievements and embracing one’s unique journey can be powerful tools along the way.

Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?

Author Jacquiline Cox attended and graduated from Dunbar Vocational Career Academy in 2007. She spent one year at Columbia College in Chicago, Illinois from 2007-2008. She graduated Cum Laude from University of Arizona Global Campus in 2010 with a Bachelors in Business Administration. She’s a wife of a War Veteran, a mother of 5, Entrepreneur of 3 successful businesses, Life Coach and a Published Author. She’s a thyroid cancer survivor, Lupus warrior, and advocate for Troubled Youth of the foster care system where she’s cut from as well. “Mountains Can’t Rise Without Earthquakes dives into her personal life and trials as she navigates a tough journey. She writes to influence the world no matter what gender, race or age she believes everyone goes through storms and wants people to be encouraged. She has a book that’s currently out Published by LaQuita Parks of Paprovi Publishing! Her husband is Sergeant Marvis Cox is a War Veteran of the United States Army serving 3 tours overseas. He fought in the 9/11 Infantry.
He is a published author as well in the caption he has two books via Paprovi Publishing. Jacquiline and her husband both do Motivational Speaking at schools and Non-profit Organizations. In 2020 eclassEdefined donated to Living Word Christian Center And Dr. Bill Winston Ministries! Congratulations! We’re very proud of you!
Her other books include:
Listen Linda! My Ears are NOT Your Trashcan It Can’t Always Be Night! Poetic Memoirs of a Grown Girl She Said Yes to Herself Unapologetically (co-author)
You can find all said books by heading to the linktree below https://linktr.ee/youngsavedleaders

If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
As far as resilience, there are various challenges I have faced and still face today such as overcoming thyroid cancer, being a lupus warrior, and navigating the foster care system. My ability to bounce back from these difficulties demonstrates resilience. This quality has likely been crucial in overcoming obstacles and pushing through tough times.

Advice: For those early in their journey, developing resilience can be done by embracing a growth mindset. View challenges as opportunities for growth and learning rather than setbacks. Surround yourself with a supportive network of people who can provide encouragement and guidance. Additionally, practicing self-care and maintaining a healthy work-life balance can help build resilience.

2. Entrepreneurship: With three successful businesses, I showcase my entrepreneurial spirit. This skill has allowed me to help create opportunities for myself and my family and pursue my passions. Being an entrepreneur often requires taking risks, being resourceful, and having a strong work ethic.

Advice: For those who want to develop or improve their entrepreneurial skills, it’s important to start by identifying your passions and interests. Research and learn about the market you want to enter. Seek out mentors or join entrepreneurial communities where you can learn from experienced individuals. Take calculated risks and embrace failure as a learning experience. Continuously adapt and innovate to stay ahead in your field.

3. Advocacy: My dedication to being an advocate for troubled youth in the foster care system is something I am very passionate about. This shows commitment to making a positive impact and using my voice to bring about change. Advocacy requires empathy, communication skills, and the ability to understand complex issues.

Advice: To develop advocacy skills, start by identifying causes or issues that you are passionate about. Educate yourself on the topic and stay informed about current events and developments. Build relationships with like-minded individuals or organizations that share your values. Practice active listening and effective communication to effectively convey your message. Utilize social media and other platforms to raise awareness and engage with others.

Overall, the advice for those early in their journey is to embrace challenges, pursue their passions, and use their voice to make a positive impact. By developing resilience, entrepreneurial skills, and advocacy skills, individuals can navigate their journey more effectively and contribute meaningfully to their chosen field or cause.

Okay, so before we go we always love to ask if you are looking for folks to partner or collaborate with?
Yes, I am interested in partnering and collaborating with individuals who align with the following mentioned criteria. I believe that collaboration can lead to powerful and impactful projects.

I am seeking faith-based entrepreneurs who are passionate about integrating their beliefs into their business endeavors. I value individuals who are driven, creative, and have a strong work ethic. If you are a faith-based entrepreneur looking to collaborate, you can connect with me by reaching out through the contact information provided in my bio.

Talented artists who are inspired by their faith and use their creative abilities to express their beliefs are also individuals I would love to collaborate with. Whether you are a visual artist, musician, writer, or any other type of artist, I am interested in exploring opportunities for collaboration. If you resonate with this description and want to collaborate, please reach out to me through the contact information in my bio.

Politicians who are motivated by their faith and seek to make a positive impact in their communities are individuals I would like to connect with. Whether you are a local, regional, or national politician, I am interested in exploring ways we can collaborate to address social issues and make a difference. To connect with me, please reach out through the contact information in my bio.

Authors and educators who incorporate faith-based themes into their work are also individuals I would like to collaborate with. Whether you are a published author, aspiring writer, or an educator who wants to create faith-based educational materials, I believe our collaboration can lead to meaningful projects. If you are interested in collaborating, please reach out to me through the contact information in my bio.

I look forward to connecting with individuals who resonate with my goals and share a passion for faith-based endeavors. Together, we can create something impactful and inspiring.

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