Client Interviews: Stories from Women Who’ve Made Their Next Move

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If you’ve been thinking about making a change, you’re not alone.

Over the past few years, I’ve helped clients at every stage, pivoting industries, stepping into leadership, or finding alignment after burnout.

These conversations show what happens when you stop trying to figure it all out alone and start building your next chapter with clarity and support.


Episode 68 | Career Pivots, Self-Advocacy, and Knowing When It’s Time to Move with Gabby

Gabby’s journey started with uncertainty and ended with clarity. She went from questioning her next move to landing her dream role at a Big Four consulting firm in New York City. Along the way, she learned how to self-advocate, negotiate confidently, and trust her process. She said it best: once she had a plan, it felt lighter.

What stood out: When you stop overthinking every move and start following your process, everything shifts.

Read the full post: Gabby’s Journey: From Sales to Consulting
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Episode 81 | How Ann Changed Her Job Search and Landed a New Job

Ann came to coaching doing all the “right” things—applying, networking, refining her resume—but nothing was clicking. Through our work together, she realized it wasn’t about doing more; it was about doing what mattered. Once she shifted her strategy, she started getting traction and landed a role that aligned with her values, goals, and lifestyle.

What stood out: Clarity changes the way you show up—and the way others respond to you.

Read the full post: Ann’s Career Shift and What Changed Everything
Listen to the episode: Episode 81 on the Pivot & Promotion Podcast


Episode 79 | Career Pivot to Data Analytics – Bridget’s Journey from Merchandising to E-Commerce

Bridget wanted a new challenge. She was ready to move out of merchandising and into a data-focused role but didn’t know where to start. Together, we built a structure that helped her stay focused, even when balancing a full-time job and job search. Her consistency paid off—she landed a data analytics role in e-commerce that finally felt energizing again.

What stood out: Consistency and structure turn uncertainty into progress.

Read the full post: Bridget’s Pivot to Data Analytics
Listen to the episode: Episode 79 on the Pivot & Promotion Podcast


Episode 77 | From Stuck to Strategic – Megan’s Journey to Confidence and Leadership

Megan came in feeling stuck and unsure what was next. Through coaching, she learned how to lead with clarity, strengthen her relationships, and communicate with confidence. That internal shift completely changed how she was perceived at work—from quiet contributor to trusted, strategic voice.

What stood out: Confidence grows when you start acting like the leader you already are.

Read the full post: Megan’s Journey to Leadership and Confidence
Listen to the episode: Episode 77 on the Pivot & Promotion Podcast


Episode 70 | From Individual Contributor to Leader – Building Confidence, Boundaries, and Joy with Xiaosu

Xiaosu was navigating her first leadership role and struggling with doing it all herself. We worked on setting boundaries, delegating effectively, and building trust with her team. The result was not just better leadership—but more balance and joy in her day-to-day.

What stood out: Leadership isn’t about taking on more. It’s about creating space for others to thrive.

Read the full post: Xiaosu’s Transition into Leadership
Listen to the episode: Episode 70 on the Pivot & Promotion Podcast


Episode 65 | Self-Advocacy and Becoming a Director with Lexy

Lexy had the experience, the results, and the drive—but she was waiting to be recognized. Through coaching, she learned how to communicate her impact and advocate for the promotion she deserved. Today, she leads as a Director of Admissions, bringing both confidence and authenticity to the role.

What stood out: You don’t have to wait to be recognized. Lead with confidence, and the recognition follows.

Read the full post: Lexy’s Promotion to Director
Listen to the episode: Episode 65 on the Pivot & Promotion Podcast


Episode 72 | From Job Seeker to Leader – Rui’s Journey to Career Alignment and Building a Business

Rui’s story is a perfect example of evolution. She started coaching during a challenging job search and left with far more than a new role—she gained clarity, leadership growth, and the confidence to start her own business. Her path shows how career alignment often opens the door to personal expansion, too.

What stood out: Growth looks different at every stage—but it always starts with self-trust.

Read the full post: Rui’s Journey from Employee to Entrepreneur
Listen to the episode: Episode 72 on the Pivot & Promotion Podcast


Episode 74 | From Retail Hustle to Creative Freedom – Paige’s Journey to Reclaiming Her Passion

After years in retail management, Paige wanted something that matched her creativity and values. Together, we worked through the fear of change and built a roadmap for what she truly wanted next. Now she’s using her creativity on her own terms and finally feeling at peace with her path.

What stood out: Your past work doesn’t define you—it equips you for what comes next.

Read the full post: Paige’s Shift Toward Creative Freedom
Listen to the episode: Episode 74 on the Pivot & Promotion Podcast


Episode 92 | How Jasmine Went from Avoiding Networking to Ambassador for 300+ Women

Jasmine once dreaded networking—now she leads as an ambassador supporting hundreds of women in her company. Through coaching, she found her voice, built new connections, and learned how to show up with confidence. Her story is a reminder that the right opportunities come when you start showing up as yourself.

What stood out: The right connections don’t just build your career—they build your confidence.

Read the full post: Jasmine’s Transformation Through Networking
Listen to the episode: Episode 92 on the Pivot & Promotion Podcast


Closing Thoughts

Every story here looks different, but they all have something in common: clarity, strategy, and growth.

Some clients found new roles. Others stepped into leadership. Some built businesses or reconnected with parts of themselves they’d put aside for years.

That’s what happens when you have a space to reflect, plan, and take intentional action.

If you’re ready to make your next move, whether that’s a pivot, a promotion, or simply figuring out what’s next, I’d love to help you map it out.

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Hi, I’m Dani Tan

I’m a first-gen Asian-Latina with Puerto Rican, Filipino, and Chinese roots. I went from a sample coordinator to VP at a billion-dollar company, pivoting careers five times with 11 promotions in 11 years. Now, as a Leadership Coach and Speaker, I’m traveling the world and helping ambitious women of color lead boldly and make a lasting impact.

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