HANDLE
THE HARD
Handle The Hard is a personal growth and mental health podcast focused on one thing: learning how to navigate life's challenges with greater clarity, strength, and perspective.
Meet your hosts
The voices behind the mic
Host
Quinton James
Quinton "Diamond Q" James is a nationally recognized talent strategist, author, and speaker with over 20 years of experience in human resources and leadership development. A South Side Chicago native, he has built a reputation for helping individuals advance their careers, secure better opportunities, and unlock their full potential. Through his work with organizations, mentorship programs, and his book 52 Ways To Get Your ______ Together, Quinton empowers others to turn challenges into growth and build purpose-driven, high-performance lives.
Host
Rev. Jocelyn Jones
Rev. Jocelyn J. Jones is a speaker, trauma healing advocate, and business coach who equips women to heal, lead, and build purpose-driven businesses. A survivor of domestic violence and divorce, she helps women break free from emotional barriers and step into their God-given calling. As the Founder of Faith on the Journey, she leads trauma healing groups nationwide and equips churches to become trauma-informed communities. Through her work as a business coach, she empowers Christian women to launch and scale businesses rooted in purpose. Her podcast was named a Top 15 Christian Podcast on Emotional Healing in 2025 by Feedspot.