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Jan Yager
Adjunct Associate Professor in Sociology/Criminology/Victimology; book coach; bestselling author of 60+ books in 35 languages; guest on TODAY, GMA, THE VIEW; author HOW TO FINISH EVERYTHING YOU START go to drjanyager.com
Dr. Jan Yager is a multifaceted professional with an extensive background in academia, writing, and public speaking. She currently serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York (CUNY).1 In addition to her role at John Jay College, she also teaches at Baruch College and William Paterson University.1
Academic Background
Dr. Yager holds a Ph.D. from The City University of New York Graduate Center and an M.A. in criminal justice from Goddard College.1 Her academic pursuits have been diverse, including graduate work in art therapy at Hahnemann Medical College and courses in nonfiction writing and publishing at the New School and NYU.1
Professional Career
Author and Publisher:: Dr. Yager is a prolific author with over 50 award-winning books translated into 35 languages.1 Her works cover a wide range of topics, including relationships, time management, and crime victims. In 1996, she founded Hannacroix Creek Books, Inc., a small press publishing company.12
Speaker and Coach:: As a professional speaker, Dr. Yager delivers keynote addresses, workshops, and seminars at various organizations both in the United States and internationally.1 She also offers coaching services in areas such as friendship, time management, work relationships, and publishing.1
Educator:: Throughout her career, Dr. Yager has held teaching positions at several institutions. She was a full-time visiting assistant professor in the English department at Penn State and taught sociology at the University of Connecticut and New York Institute of Technology.2
Research and Expertise
Dr. Yager's research interests are diverse, focusing on topics such as:
- Friendship and relationships
- Time management and productivity
- Business protocol and writing
- Criminology and victimology
Her expertise in these areas has led to numerous media appearances, including on shows like The View, the Today Show, and Good Morning America.1
Personal Life
Dr. Yager resides in Fairfield County, Connecticut, with her husband Fred Yager, a corporate communications executive and author. They have two grown sons and several grandchildren.1
