Client Testimonials

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"When I moved from the federal government to the private sector in big  tech, I got an offer l package that was presented to me as based on a  standard formula that they don't deviate from. That made sense to me and  I was thrilled to have clinched a highly competitive role at a much  higher salary than I had. Until I talked to Taylor, who immediately  asked about my counter.  He clearly laid out to me the areas where I was  in a position of strength, where I would be weaker, gave multiple  examples from his experience on both sides, and listed specific levers  he knew every company has to play with, even if they do have a formula.  Conversations about money make me feel uncomfortable but he changed my  mental perspective and coached me on how to frame things in a way that  made me feel sensible and empowered, instead of adversarial.  Just that one episode has permanently changed how I've approached every promotion  and offer since. And, best of all, I'm now able to coach the young women  I mentor on how to get what they deserve as well."

"Outside of arming me with the confidence to recognize the value I bring to a team, Taylor's coaching and guidance have given me the tools I need to negotiate salary effectively and advocate for myself both to my manager and more broadly within a large organization. The skills I've acquired from our time working together have transcended job titles and companies and have enabled me to strategically steer my career in the direction I wanted. I now feel empowered to be accountable for my own growth and advancement. I will carry those skills with me in all future roles. "

"Most career decisions come down to a single  question---what do I really want? Taylor's style of coaching and counsel  has helped me anchor my answer in brutal honesty and, as a result,  deliver it with uncompromised confidence. In short, Taylor never  lets me understate my value. He helps translate my career experience  into an unfair competitive advantage. 

Unlike  many consultants, Taylor’s no-nonsense mindset keeps tangible outcomes  front and center. Taylor’s guidance taught me to unapologetically  advocate for myself, which helped me secure my desired compensation and  career pathing in a new role.”

"Entering into my first contract negotiations with a start-up was  something I was very unfamiliar with. With Taylor's help I was able to  negotiate a salary 15% higher than what I was initially considering  asking for. The expertise Taylor provided me with in negotiating my  contract helped me enter into my new role with confidence that my  earnings were on par with the skills I was bringing to the table."

Coming  from a family unfamiliar with the corporate world, I didn't have any  generational knowledge to draw on for navigating office politics or  learning how to best negotiate. Taylor was a helpful resource in  learning how to advocate for myself: who I should be talking to, what   content to prepare, and how to always keep the conversation going. He has helped me through several successful salary negotiations and promotions.

Taylor carries a wisdom I have never seen in another person.  He's so  skilled at career navigation.  That on it's own is very impressive.   More impressive though is his willingness to share his personal  strategy, relationship style and sense of entitlement for fair  compensation in exchange for exceptional performance.  Taylor has taught  me ways to position myself, demonstrate my value and how to  appropriately assert myself to management and senior leadership.  Taylor's advice has helped me secure multiple raises and 2 exit packages.