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Hi, I’m Emily—Your Nerdy Friend.

Author, speaker, WISE Founder, and unapologetically proud nerd

I help people move from bitter to better by making human behavior make sense.

Faith-informed, science-backed, and built for daily use—so purpose, passion, AND performance line up.

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Bitter to Better book

“Bitter to Better is a companion for the messy middle—equal parts honest story and usable science.”

What if falling apart is exactly where healing begins? 

When life breaks, most people reach for something to fix it fast…advice, avoidance, or a to-do list labeled "move on." But what if the way through isn't found in pretending everything's fine... but in facing the bitter, and choosing to grow anyway? 

In Bitter to Better, I take you inside my story of unexpected heartbreak, leadership pressure, parenting through chaos, doubting my faith, and launching a business when everything felt uncertain.

Written with raw honesty, grounded hope, and just enough humor… this isn't a memoir filled with perfect endings… it's a companion for the messy middle. 

Whether you're walking through betrayal, burnout, grief, or growth, this book meets you there...with neuroscience, reflection, and grace. 

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Child of God. Mom. Animal lover. Cheerleader. Dark chocolate enthusiast. These are a few ways I would describe myself…Oh, and hopefully your new nerdy friend… here to cheer you on!

As the founder of Workzbe, I help high-pressure teams across industries, from healthcare systems and manufacturing to elite athletic organizations, bridge the gap between performance and people. My team and I do this through coaching, consulting, speaking, and our WISE Assessment. My approach combines science and strategy, drawing from my expertise in physiology, psychology, engineering, and the nerdy brain-body connections that often go unseen, but are deeply felt.

I live with my two incredible children, two amazing dogs, and two fiercely independent cats, all of whom remind me daily that unconditional love, play, and naps are holy things. I’m a dyslexic (and actually hate writing) and a deeply curious woman who’s walking proof that faith and science aren’t at odds...they’re better together.

Bitter to Better is my debut book and personal invitation for you to heal, to laugh, to cry when you need to, and to keep going... even when life breaks you open.

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So who is Emily?

Curious to learn more or want to chat, reach out.

Please note I love talking to humans…it’s literally why I am in the human business. So if you need coaching, consulting, or just want to nerd out on a subject, please message me.