Frequently Asked Questions

What is your process for speaking and consulting projects?

My general process is as follows:

Initial Contact – Email me at Sierra@QuestifyYourLife.com and/or schedule a free consultation call to find a time to connect.
Collaborative Discussion – We discuss the details of your project, including the who, what, when, where, how much, and why.
Proposal & Contract – I send a contract (unless you elect to draft one) that includes a proposed timeline, agenda, presentation description, learning objectives, biography, and headshot.
Review & Confirmation – You review and confirm or request edits to the proposal.
Final Materials & Invoice – About a week before the event, I send my slides and an invoice.
Presentation – The best part! I deliver engaging, insightful content tailored to your audience.

It depends. My speaking and consulting fees range from $0 – $20,000 based on various factors, including:

The event type and scope of the project
Your organization’s budget
Required travel days
Audience size and engagement

I strive to make my content accessible while also making a living as a speaker and consultant on disability, mental health, and neurodiversity. Whenever possible, I request a speaker’s fee and travel expenses.

Do you have a speaker's reel?

I am currently working on a speaker’s reel, but it will not be finished for a while.

In the meantime, here are two videos that showcase my passion for sharing knowledge:

One of my earliest speaking engagements (2020) – This was recorded during one of my first professional speaking opportunities. Read More
My first-ever YouTube video – While my video production skills are still evolving, this video highlights my enthusiasm and commitment to delivering valuable information. Link

My speaking and consulting services are polished and high-quality, so do not let the rough production of these early videos fool you. I bring engaging, impactful, and well-researched content to every event.

What is Questify Your Life?

I use gamification techniques, positive psychology research, and neurodiversity principles to make life more fun and manageable. Over the years, I’ve developed a multi-tiered system where I create quests to focus on values-based goals.

The goal? To encourage goal completion in a way that is playful, creative, and engaging.

I also offer gamified life coaching! If you’re interested in working with me one-on-one to apply these strategies to your life, reach out at [QuestifyYourLife.com] to learn more.

If you are interested in Questify Your Life, I’d suggest checking out my Substack: https://questifyyourlife.substack.com/

What is your educational background?

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Minor in Economics
Juris Doctor (JD) – University of Minnesota
Master of Laws (LLM) in Comparative and International Tax Law, Uppsala University
- Thesis: The American Tax System is Taxing on Neurodivergent Taxpayers: A Call for More Accessible Tax Systems – [https://uu.diva-portal.org/smash/record.jsf?pid=diva2%3A1863817&dswid=-4908]

Why should we hire you as a speaker or consultant?

Lived Experience – I am neurodivergent and disabled, giving me firsthand insight into these topics.
Story Telling – I connect with the audience by sharing my mental health recovery story so that they can understand why I care so deeply about the topics I speak about.
Educational Expertise – My legal, psychology, and advocacy background allow me to bridge knowledge with action.
Public Speaking Experience – I have been speaking professionally for over four years, bringing engaging and impactful presentations to a variety of audiences.
Deep Understanding of Neurodiversity – I don’t just talk about neurodiversity—I make it actionable for organizations and workplaces.
Engaging and Relatable Presentation Style – I combine personal storytelling with research-backed strategies to create compelling and practical sessions.
Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility – I work closely with organizations to ensure that my presentations are accessible and inclusive for all audiences.

Advocacy & Leadership

What advocacy work do you do?

Minnesota Disability Bar Association : https://www.mdisba.org/leadership

Chair, Education Committee (August 2024 – Present)
- Facilitate conversations and provide education on disability in the legal field.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Minnesota : https://namimn.org/

2nd Vice Chair & MN Representative, National Peer Leadership Council (December 2022 – Present)
In Our Own Voice Presenter (March 2020 – Present)
Former MN Alternate, National Peer Leadership Council (2020–2022)
Former NAMI Connections Group Facilitator (2019–2022)

I advocate for individuals with mental health conditions by:

Serving on advisory boards
Sharing my mental health recovery journey
Facilitating conversations to reduce stigma
Providing resources to community members

Minnesota State Advisory Council on Mental Health: https://mn.gov/dhs/mh-advisory-council/

Council Member (June 2023 – Present)
Chair, Local Advisory Council Workgroup (January 2024 – Present)

I work on legislative advocacy, drafting proposals for Minnesota state representatives, and working on the goal of strengthening Minnesota’s Local Advisory Councils on Mental Health.