Real growth doesn't have to be complicated. Whether you're leading a team, raising a family, or figuring out your next chapter, the answers are usually closer than you think. Let's find them together
Let’s Work On You
Perfect for individuals ready to grow personally or professionally:
Dating, relationships and figuring out what you actually want
Life transitions — new job, new city, new chapter, empty nest
Work-life balance and making decisions that match your values
Navigating a toxic boss, a difficult team or a workplace that's draining you
Time management and getting out of your own way
Building your personal brand so the world sees the real you
Whether you're looking for one on one coaching, leadership training for your team, or a speaker who will actually keep the room awake — you're in the right place.Let's Work On How You Lead
For new managers, seasoned leaders, and everyone in between:
Onboarding new managers so they lead with confidence from day one
Building a team culture people actually want to be part of
Communication and accountability that doesn't feel like micromanaging
Giving and receiving feedback in a way that builds trust instead of breaking it
Having the tough conversations you've been putting off
Creating clarity so your team always knows where they stand and where they're headed
Let's Work On Your Mission
For teams who want to grow together:
Volunteer engagement and retention strategies that actually work
Building a culture of ownership so people stop feeling like they just work there
Communication and accountability frameworks built for mission-driven teams
Feedback systems that strengthen relationships rather than straining them
Strategic consulting for organizations ready to grow, shift or reset
Jon Ackerman, Founder
Jon Ackerman has spent over 25 years doing one thing: helping people grow. As the founder of BluJA Consulting, Head of Talent Development at NCSY, co-host of The Carpool Guys Podcast, and creator of Coaching and Coffee, Jon brings the same energy to every conversation whether it's a boardroom, a workshop, a podcast studio, or a one on one coaching session over a cup of coffee.
His coaching covers more ground than most. Management and leadership. Career growth and professional development. Parenting and family dynamics. Dating and relationships. Life transitions. Nonprofit strategy. Volunteer engagement. If it involves people figuring out how to show up better, Jon is in his element.
What makes Jon different isn't a methodology or a framework (though he has plenty of those). It's that he genuinely loves this work. He's funny, direct, and refreshingly honest. He'll challenge you when you need it and cheer you on when you've earned it.
His approach is simple: real talk, practical tools, and the belief that people are almost always more capable than they give themselves credit for.
Come as you are. Leave with a plan.
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