Professionally known as Ms. Q., I started as a copy editor and then held a variety of editing, proofreading, story production and leadership roles with Cox Media Group. I currently instruct students and working professionals on the key aspects of journalism, leadership, writing and reporting and digital media. For example, I teach a course to professional journalists as part of leadership training at Poynter, a nonprofit media institute that provides media literacy and training. I also helped the Arizona PBS station create and execute strategic plans for analytics/metrics, website management, organizational workflow and structure. Historically, I have tutored mostly adults as well as high school and college students. Depending on the topic, I'm confident I could adapt lessons for middle school students as well. I obtained my Bachelor's of Journalism from the University of Georgia's Grady College of Journalism. I then joined AJC.com as a copy-editing intern after completing four other editorial internships including Essence Magazine in New York City and the Dow Jones Copy Editing Internship. As a tutor, I believe the core of success is connection and adaptability. I adjust my techniques to the individual and their specific needs. Whether it's in a one-on-one or group setting, I try to build a connection through active engagement and positive reinforcement. To support this tailored approach, I'm a huge believer in reinforcing core fundamentals and repeatable processes that build ongoing wins.

Outside of mentoring and coaching, I have a growing online business called thriftyIQ, which helps me remain active in digital content, media and marketing techniques. It is also helping me to learn more about sustainability and eCommerce.