Millions of people face life challenges like job boredom, changing gear after retiring, job loss, divorce, the ‘freedom’ of being an empty nester, or wanting to enter/re-enter the job market in a fresh way. They wrestle with - What excites them? What brings out the best in them? What adds more meaning to life? They know the questions, but few know the answers.
Addressing this ‘hunger’ is the reason why What’s Next was developed through 7-years of research and development. Because we know that you’re not going to get from ‘here to there’ if you don’t know where ‘there’ is.
Client Case Studies
Discover Your Vibrant Next Chapter
1Andrea Trades Boardrooms for Dreams
Once a VP powerhouse in the corporate world, Andrea found herself standing at life’s exciting crossroad, with a tempting CMO offer from a smaller organization and a heart yearning to start her own venture. Yet, with her spouse already rocking the entrepreneurial boat and the weight of being the family's financial pillar, the waters seemed a bit choppy. Enter Lauren, who became her wayfinderl, helping her sketch a map to her dreams without losing the thrill of adventure or stability. Today, Andrea is not just imaginging but living her dream, a testament to Lauren knack for helping turn dilemmas into delightful new beginnings!
2DJ Finds Happiness
After DJ was let go, he knew he had to shake things up. Two decades in a safe but autopilot job had put his zest for life on snooze mode. But, hey, waking up was exciting with the What's Next program lighting the way! Through engaging exercises and structured planning, DJ began seeing the world with new, enthusiastic eyes, ready to embrace a career that had him jumping out of bed every morning. It’s DJ 2.0, folks, filled with joy and ready to conquer his “next” with a bang!
3Lisa Dances into Retirement
For Lisa, the thought of retirement felt like an uncertain finale after a 30-year grand performance at her beloved company that felt like a family. But hold the curtains because Lisa wasn't ready to take her final bow! With a sprinkle of Lauren's patience and a dash of the group's enthusiasm, Lisa found herself choreographing a magnificent second act for herself. Thanks to the Lauren, Lisa is pirouetting into a retirement filled with self-discovery, new friendships, and exciting adventures, ready to take the spotlight in her life’s vibrant new act!
4Kelli Starts Fresh
Successful lawyer and supermom Kelli was ready for a sprinkle of fresh energy in her life as her nest started to empty. With a head full of dreams and a desire to dabble in the health and wellness sector, Kelli twirled into the What's Next program. Through weeks of bubbling with ideas, deep dives into her desires, and bonding with a gang of like-minded dreamers, Kelli found herself sketching a vibrant canvas of possibilities for her future. Watch out world, Kelli is stepping out, with a sparkle in her eye and a bunch of fresh, exciting plans up her sleeve!
5Harold Kicks it Up a Notch
Meet Harold, the web wizard, who decided it was high time to jazz up his business with some cool passive income streams. It's like turning his digital playground into a treasure island! With a heart buzzing with ideas but needing a bit of fine-tuning, Harold found Lauren. Through a journey sprinkled with bright ideas and guided steps, Harold started seeing his business in a whole new vibrant hue. Thanks to Lauren, Harold is now rocking the entrepreneur scene, turning dreams into realities, one brilliant idea at a time. Lauren helped take Harold’s secret sauce and make his business boom with opportunities.
6Diego's Great Pivot
Diego found himself craving a sprinkle of change in his seasoned corporate journey. In the bustling world of tech, Diego felt the urge to shake things up a bit. Cue Lauren, the magical guide in Diego's transformative saga, who brewed the perfect blend of empathy, creativity, and insight to help him chart a sizzling new path. Together, they cooked up a pitch that was nothing short of a masterpiece, marrying Diego's love for I&D, sustainability, and PR with his vast experience. With Lauren by his side, Diego transformed his role into an exhilarating new adventure, proving that sometimes, the change you seek is right where you are, just waiting to be unearthed!
- These case studies have one thing in common. They all knew their lives provided them with too little satisfaction and inadequate reward. They knew exactly what they wanted to get away FROM. But they had little idea what they wanted to move TO.
THEY ALL SHARED THE YEARNING TO LIVE A MORE FULFILLING LIFE.
“My experience with the What’s Next program led me to my new dream job. Following a long career in the corporate world, I finally found my happiness with a career in photography. With Lauren’s expert help and support, I figured out what I wanted and was able to put in into action.” Mark K. Accountant, Denver CO
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