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Stop settling, get clear on what’s next, and build a career that works for you - on your terms.
Skip the Performative BS, the "Shoulds" & the Overthinking Spiral
Imagine if you could have...
A clear path forward—without burning it all down.
You know what fits, what doesn’t, and what you’re building toward—without spinning in doubt.
Words that land—without proving yourself on repeat.
You speak about your impact and value in a way that feels real, hits home, and actually gets heard.
Visibility that aligns with your life—without shape-shifting to stay seen.
You’re showing up fully, being recognized for who you are, and leading in a way that feels honest, grounded, and sustainable.
Ready for the real story?
I’m not just a strategist or coach—I’m a human who once cried in her car before group therapy class, dreamed of training dolphins at SeaWorld Ohio (yes, that existed), and had to break it to my younger self that Indiana Jones isn’t a career path.
Real growth? It never came from checklists or corporate pep talks. It came from moments—the messy, honest, "what now?" kind. That’s why everything I do is built around The EDGE Advantage™.
It’s not a formula. It’s a framework—rooted in psychology, adult learning, and behavior change science.
Because women don’t grow in straight lines.
We grow in clarity. In confidence. In choice.
The EDGE Advantage™
Examine what shapes your day and messes with your head.
You can't shift what you can't see. We surface what’s been running in the background—your mental load, your environment, your story, your stress. Some of it’s yours. Some of it’s noise. Either way, it’s been shaping how you show up. Let’s sort that out.
Grounded in Bandura’s Social Cognitive Learning Theory, Schein’s Culture Model, and the psychology of reflective realignment.
Develop a new way of seeing it—and a mindset that actually works for you.
Now that you’ve seen the patterns? It’s time to disrupt them.
You’ll rewrite the mental scripts that keep you stuck, stop second-guessing, quiet the shoulds, and start trusting your gut.
Rooted in mindset science, identity theory, and cognitive reframing—because behavior follows belief.
Grow your toolkit, your confidence, and your capacity to move.
This isn’t about “doing more.” It’s about moving better. You’ll learn new tools, test new behaviors, and build the confidence to back yourself up—without waiting for permission.
Built on adult learning theory and behavior-change models that stick.
Elevate your next move—with intention and action.
This is where clarity becomes courage. You’ll define what success looks like for you—and move toward it unapologetically.
Backed by deliberate practice, leadership psychology, and action planning.
1. The Career-Life Realignment Playbook
When the life you’ve built no longer fits, it’s time to recalibrate.
This self-guided program gives you practical tools, mindset shifts, and power moves to align your career with what actually matters—without burning it all down. It’s designed for anyone ready to get clear, feel more in control, and make their next move with purpose.
2. "Burn the Rule Book" Career Ownership Group Coaching
You didn’t come this far to play by rules that don’t work.
This high-impact group coaching experience is for women ready to take control of their next move. You’ll get live coaching, bold frameworks, and the support of a powerhouse community—so you can lead, pivot, and position yourself on your terms.
3. The Shift Lab
Small shifts. Big momentum.
Inside this ongoing membership, you'll get fresh tools, strategic guidance, and steady support to help you build clarity, confidence, and visibility—month after month. Think of it as your career command center: designed to keep you aligned, focused, and moving forward (without overwhelm).
Got a question? Not sure where to start?
Reach out - Let’s figure it out together.Voices from the EDGE
Real women. Real shifts. Real power reclaimed—on their own terms.
"My life felt like an emotional roller coaster. After struggling with a rare health diagnosis, I was left feeling discouraged and depressed with where my life was heading. Enter Shannan.
Shannan showed me an incredible amount of patience while I sorted out my goals. She motivated and guided me to the next chapter of my life."
-Roledine
"Last year, I went through a major career transition - and it took a tool on me mentally and physically.
The exercises in Dr. Shans coaching program allowed me to recognize my core values and start to build alignment to my goals and move forward...I realized that much of the conflict between my career and life are values misalignments.
I now recognize and redirect more quickly."
- Annie
"Thank you so much for this session!
It was so powerful to meet other women in similar situations—and incredibly validating to realize I’m not alone.
I’m walking away with clarity, a plan to identify a few STAR examples, and a new mindset:
thinking two steps ahead instead of just reacting to what’s next."
- Ariana
Hi there, I'm Dr. Shans!
...and I know what it feels like to hit that quiet breaking point—when the role looks good on paper but something inside keeps whispering this isn’t it.
I’ve been there—questioning my next move, feeling the weight of misalignment, and wondering if it was me or just the system I was trying to succeed in.
And still, I made bold moves that shouldn’t have worked—on paper.
I quit without a backup plan, changed industries, negotiated roles that didn’t exist, and climbed down the ladder to build something better. Not because it was easy, but because staying stuck was harder.
Over the last 20+ years, I’ve led multimillion-dollar consulting businesses and sat at the decision-making table—shaping hiring, compensation, and promotion decisions that defined people’s careers.
I’ve helped leaders navigate restructures, power shifts, and those make-or-break moments where clarity matters most.
I know how high the stakes can feel. I also know you don’t have to wait until the fear is gone to move forward.
Now I help women do the same—get clear, move strategically, and own their career on their terms.
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