Motivational Messages

Stephán “Coach Q” Askew Sr. is an award-winning facilitator, trainer, coach, author and philanthropist. He is also a decorated military veteran, accomplished athlete and state championship-winning head football coach with a staunch passion for success.
Whether through programs he’s established, motivational products created, inspirational speaking engagements or philanthropic endeavors, Coach Q has positively impacted the lives of thousands for nearly three decades. Through is message of Hope, Faith & Perseverance, he motivates individuals to realize that they are Unbreakable and with The Mindset of a Champion they can achieve greatness no matter their circumstances!
Trained and mentored by some of the most seasoned psychologist in the country, he is currently one of the most sought-after cognitive behavioral specialist and leading voices on positive behavior change.
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Coach Q’s multi-faceted talents and skillset coupled with his diverse background make him a dynamic speaker and engaging motivator with a proven record of excellence. While Coach Q works with individuals on all levels of life, including other entrepreneurs, business professionals and athletes, he specializes in empowering offenders, inmates and the at-risk community through a structured and professional process that he has created and perfected over the last two decades. He provides motivational speaking and trainings to inmates housed in correctional institutions and offender-based organizations throughout the United States and abroad.
Trained and mentored by some of the top psychologist in the world, he is currently one of the most sought-after cognitive behavioral specialist and leading voices on thinking for change.
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Stephán “Coach Q” Askew Sr. is a man on a mission and it shows. He has dedicated his life to service and community with a passion for perseverance. While there were many detours, bumpy roads and disappointments along the way, his dedication and commitment never waivered. And because of this, barriers were removed and some cases, history made. Whether through programs he’s established, resources created or motivational books written, Coach Q has positively impacted the lives of thousands around the world.
Coach Q is an Award-Winning Life Strategist, Consultant, Trainer, Author and proud Mentor to many. He is currently recognized as on of the most sought-after voices on behavior change in the country.
For over two decades, QFI has been a champion for the dropout, offender & at-risk community and nationally recognized as a key leader in behavior change and recidivism reduction. By providing a successful continuum of standardized evidence-based programs and services, along with dedicated staff and community partners, we have assisted thousands and still making an impact today.
A recent study of our agency reflected recidivism was lowered by 86% from participating offenders while over 2600 GED/HiSET’s were earned and hundreds currently in the workforce with an estimated economic impact of over $4 million dollars annually.
We are dedicated to ensuring the success of those we serve, their families and communities. Please see the video below which reflects some of our efforts.