an original life begins with wonder
OUR WHYwonder is a powerful force that can help you shift from conformity to originality
Originality is your individual spark. It’s what makes you tick. It moves mountains. It changes the world.
Wondering Forward is a personal development philosophy, based on the power of wonder, that guides people at the forefront of design and innovation toward greater wellbeing and impact.
CURRENT OFFERINGS
one-to-one coaching
a journey into why you matter, what matters to you, and the agency to pave your way.
team experiences
programs to help your team grow, co-create, and build greater trust.
YOUR GUIDE
jessica walker
founder, leader, coach
hello, welcome. wondering forward is equal parts inspiration and offering. i hope the notion of it adds a spark to how you see yourself and the world. it inspires EVERY ASPECT OF how i collaboRATE WITH others IN SUPPORT OF positive SHIFTS in their lives.
I’m an old soul, born on a small farm in Pennsylvania. i’ve always been intensely curious. it’s my way of navigating boredom, challenges, and connecting to nature and my imagination. curiosity carried me through my studies, helped me forge friendships with people around the world, and strengthened my resolve in my career.
i’ve spent decades as a leader in design and technology: guiding collaboration, shaping strategy, and mentoring others, while also working with executives to turn ideas into impactful stories and products. around the 20 year mark, a period of intense burnout from non-stop hustle, motherhood, and noise of modern life pushed me to confront gaps between what i value and how i was living.
what i know to be true from my own experience in navigating this difficult period, and coming out stronger and more focused, is this: the more you wait for the perfect time to address what's holding you back, the more likely you are to overlook opportunities to make the most out of the resources available right now.
in 2024, i launched wondering forward, a personal development studio offering one-to-one journeys and team experiences. it’s the culmination of a career spent helping others grow, gaining certification in integrated coaching, and furthered studies in psychology.
If you’re here, I’m guessing that there’s a desire to take the a step towards Something you want to change. let’s explore if Wondering forward is right for you.
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FAQs-
Initial private coaching sessions last 90 minutes and subsequent sessions last 60-75 minutes. After each, you’ll receive a summary of: insights or aha’s, commitments for the week ahead, and pre-work to be completed before we meet again.
We are able to host sessions in NYC at our space, The Malin, or at a location that is convenient for you. All remote sessions are held via Google Meet or Zoom.
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Our Wayfinder journey balances structure with flexibility. The six sessions are personalized for what would benefit you most and lead to the most impact in your life. If after your complimentary Discovery call, it seems like a different structure is right for you, we are happy to explore that together.
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Yes! You can keep in touch with your coach via SMS or email. We ask that messages be sent M-F between the hours of 9am-4pm, whenever possible.
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Coaching empowers people to create solutions and action plans for the future. Therapy often focuses on understanding and healing the past. As Coaches, we ensure the self-awareness and understanding you gain is always in service of your growth and moving forward.
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50% payment is requested upfront to secure your spot, and the remaining 50% is billed at the completion of your last session. Adjustments to this cadence or monthly payment plans can be discussed and agreed to on a case-by-case basis.
We do not offer pro bono support at this time but hope to in the future.
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Participants are encouraged to seek pre-approval and reimbursement for wondering forward services. Across several recent studies, findings suggest that coaching brings together self-efficacy, hope, optimism, and resilience for participants. 80% of people who receive coaching report increased self-confidence, and over 70% benefit from improved performance, relationships, and more effective communication at work. We are happy to provide more background on our approach and the benefits to accompany your reimbursement request.
