an original life begins with wonder

Wonder is a powerful force that can help you shift from conformity to originality

wondering Forward is a personal development philosophy and guided practice that helps designers and innovators experience greater wellbeing and make a bigger impact.

WHY IT MATTERS

Much of modern work is driven by profit, not by the experience of those doing it. broken systems create broken outcomes.

TESTIMONIALS

  • “Jess cracks open new realities for people to peer into, explore, and inhabit. She’s an absolute prize, and she’ll get you to unimaginably new places within yourself and your life if you dare try.”

    —Whitney A.

  • “Jess has a unique ability to help you see challenges from a new perspective and build confidence in tackling them. Her coaching helped me develop new techniques and a much needed fresh outlook on both my professional life and personal growth.”

    —Alexa L.

  • “My work with Jess connected me back to who I truly am. I feel more present and optimistic than I've felt in a very long time - both at work and in my day to day life. Jess struck the perfect balance of structure and flexibility by offering practical tools that thoughtfully addressed my specific situation and met me exactly where I was at.”

    —Casey R.

  • “Through Jess’ leadership we uncovered business goals, crafted strategic frameworks, built long-lasting partnerships, and developed a strong culture of sharing and learning.”

    —Andy T.

YOUR GUIDE

decades of experience guiding people and organizations, in service of you.

Jessica walker is a design and systems thinker, leader, strategist, mentor, and certified coach. here to help you find your spark, lean into the adventure, and take hold of what’s possible.

RECESS

Curiosity lost & found

Reclaiming the 'What Ifs' in a World That Loves Answers

Curiosity is one of the most essential human traits, naturally ingrained in us—-the desire to learn and ask questions, often without a predetermined goal.

RECESS

finding signal in the noise

A clock radio sparks a reminder

My son Gus found an old clock radio in our barn—-dusty and abandoned, with no hope. To a kid born in 2015, it was like discovering a toaster that talks.