Jacqueline Widdis

About Jacqueline Widdis

After navigating a 19-year career gap and returning to Big Tech as a Product Manager at Microsoft, I discovered something powerful: Layoff resilience isn’t secured by titles alone. It\'s secured by networks, visibility, and readiness.Today, I help professionals and organizations prepare for the unexpected by focusing on layoff readiness and intentional networking. Whether you’re a leader navigating uncertainty or a professional who knows the value of building connections before you need them, I provide tools, training, and strategies that make networking approachable, authentic, and effective.At Microsoft, I transformed customer insights into measurable outcomes, launching global product features, driving adoption across millions of users, and leading initiatives that improved both customer satisfaction and business outcomes. Beyond product strategy, I’ve mentored more than professionals, guiding them through job searches, career pivots, and confidence rebuilds.Through my company, Intentional Inbox, I create digital organizers, training programs, and communities that simplify LinkedIn visibility and make professional growth less overwhelming. My weekly Mentorship Live sessions and Open to Connect podcast have become trusted spaces where professionals find encouragement and practical strategies.If you’re looking to strengthen your career resilience, expand your network, and position yourself for the opportunities ahead, let’s connect.Free AI in Networking Guide:

Experience

1. Founder

   The Intentional Inbox By Jacqueline Widdis

   Apr 2025 — Present · Auburn, WA, US

   I founded Intentional Inbox to help professionals build strategic, layoff-ready networks that support career resilience and confidence. Through courses, digital tools, and community experiences, I make networking approachable, authentic, and effective- Designed and launched the LinkedIn Networking Organizer & Job Tracker, designed to simplify job search and outreach- Built and delivered Intentional Connection & The Intentional Inbox: Networking courses with 10 modules on visibility, outreach, and sustainable networking habits- Grew a cross-platform community via LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, and podcasting, reaching professionals weekly with practical content.Hosted 100+ live mentorship sessions supporting professionals through layoffs, career transitions, and confidence-building.Established a freemium funnel (guides, templates, and live sessions) that converts audience members into paid course participants and community members.

Education

• College of Southern Nevada

  Continuing Education, Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology

• Mississippi State University

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Business Information Systems

Skills

• Fitness
• Personal Training
• Public Speaking
• Strength Training
• Fitness Training
• Customer Service
• Wellness Coaching
• Leadership
• Information Technology
• Network+
• Computer Hardware Troubleshooting
• Microsoft Office
• Event Planning
• Computer Hardware
• Ios
• Social Networking
• Computer Networking
• Microsoft Excel
• Technical Support
• Microsoft Technologies
• Computer Systems Analysis
• Business Systems Analysis
• Team Building
• Running
• Weight Training
• Functional Training
• Coaching
• Social Media
• Social Media Marketing
• Microsoft Word
• Sql
• Volunteering
• Web Development
• Gnu/Linux
• Programming Languages
• Teamwork
• Troubleshooting
• Windows
• Technical Writing