Hello, I’m LouAnne

I believe a good story can change the way we see ourselves, remind us of what matters, and inspire us to begin again.

I spent 36 years working in government before retiring in 2017. Retirement opened the door to teaching business at the college level, building my marketing business, and eventually stepping behind the microphone as host of The Mindset Playground Podcast.

Since 2022, The Mindset Playground has been home to meaningful conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, artists, and everyday people who have turned life’s unexpected moments into inspiration. It is where every story spins into inspiration.

A New Chapter in Storytelling

Today, one of my greatest joys is writing The Adventures of Oliver and Jagger, a children’s book series inspired by my two lovable Shorkie brothers.

Through their adventures, Oliver and Jagger help children explore courage, kindness, confidence, gratitude, friendship, and the power of believing in themselves. The series is also a very special family collaboration with my great niece, Maddi Martin, whose illustrations help bring their world to life.

What began as a story about two little dogs has grown into a much bigger dream: building brave hearts through storytelling and creating a legacy that can inspire children for generations.

Where My Worlds Come Together

I am an international Amazon bestselling author, an award winning entrepreneur, and a Certified Jack Canfield Trainer in The Success Principles.

But the titles are only part of my story.

At heart, I am a storyteller, a curious creator, and someone who believes life always has another chapter waiting to be written.

The Mindset Playground is where all of my worlds now come together: inspiring conversations, children’s stories, journals, creative resources, and ideas that encourage people of every age to live with more courage, gratitude, imagination, and joy.

I’m so glad you’re here. Come explore the playground and discover where the next story takes us.