After two decades leading teams at companies like Slack, Adobe, and Salesforce, I've learned that the most successful professionals aren't just high performers, they're strategic about how they build and sustain their careers. Here you'll find practical insights and proven strategies for navigating the realities of modern work, from getting noticed for the right reasons to building career resilience that lasts.
Whether you're hitting a plateau, navigating a transition, or positioning yourself for what's next, these insights will help you move beyond just working hard to working strategically.
Beyond Passion: A Smarter Approach to Meaningful Work
The myth of 'follow your passion' has led to more career paralysis than progress. Discover a practical approach to finding meaningful work through strategic action rather than endless soul-searching.
Acquisitions Got You Worried? Here's How to Navigate, Thrive, and Uncover Opportunities
Thriving During Acquisitions
Acquisitions often bring uncertainty, but they can also be a springboard for growth. After navigating over 10 acquisitions, I’ve discovered the key to success is positioning yourself strategically.
One impactful strategy I used was creating a networking plan to connect with leaders of the acquiring company. These conversations helped me understand their priorities, align my contributions, and take a leading role in shaping the go-to-market strategy for the combined organization.
Want to learn how to do the same? Read my latest article:
Acquisitions Got You Worried? Here's How to Navigate, Thrive, and Uncover Opportunities
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The Acquisition Checklist for navigating transitions
The Career Alignment Worksheet to uncover your strengths
Standing Strong: Turn Career Stillness into Your Superpower
Are You Stuck or Strategizing?
What if feeling “stuck” in your career is actually your power stance? In my latest article, Career Rut or Power Stance?, I explore how standing still can be your strongest move—a deliberate pause to gather strength for your next leap.
💡 Discover your power stance and take action today.
📄 Download the Next Level Career Alignment Worksheet to start mapping your strengths to opportunities that matter.
Unlock Your Career Potential: Harness the Power of Your Strengths
What if your greatest career advantage isn’t about changing who you are—but fully embracing what makes you unique?
Navigating career expectations can be overwhelming, but the moments that truly define success often stem from authenticity. In this article, I share my personal journey of transforming self-doubt into clarity by leaning into my unique strengths—and how you can do the same.
Read more to unlock your authentic career potential
Making the Next Level Leap: A Personal Journey
Launching Next Level Leadership Group: My journey from corporate leadership to coaching, transforming careers and empowering professionals to reach their full potential.