Madison Butler

Author. Speaker. Former CPO. Champion for human-centered leadership.

Work Your Way: For High Performers Rethinking Success

Wiley-VCH

LinkedIn

Juneteenth Conference

Gravity Speakers

Learn whether you're building a career you want or chasing someone else's definition of success.

Why your career keeps stalling in “should” mode

Uncover hidden career patterns, question old assumptions, and design a path that fits you.

Permission/ Pattern/ Plan 101

Identify what's working, what's draining you, and what needs to change before making your next move.

Audit Your Career like a Strategist

Turn your values, strengths, ambitions, and constraints into a practical framework for making better career decisions.

Build Your Own Blueprint

When "successful on paper" stops feeling like enough.

Senior SWE @ MSFT & Licensed Therapist

Microsoft

Qualtrics

Univesity College London

Rachel Slater

Senior Software Engineer @ Microsoft | Licensed Therapist

AI Advisor, Leadership Coach, ex-MSFT

Techstars

Air France

Siemens

Co-Active Training Institute

Oumaima Talouka

AI Advisor & Leadership Coach | Director @ The AI Collective | Ex-Microsoft

Cohort 1

Cohort 2

You know the feeling. You've built solid experience and delivered results, yet something's off.The imposter voice keeps you playing small (louder than ever as AI reshapes what “valuable” means). Burnout drains your energy. The quiet plateau begins to feel less like stability, more like drift.You're not broken. You're navigating a market that shifted under your feet. Whether you're in transition, pushing for promotion, or tired of feeling stuck amid layoffs &amp; change, the old advice falls flat.That's why this 4-hour Career Lab exists. No fluffy motivation: a hands-on space for 2026 realities. We dig into what's holding you back, clear the noise &amp; fears, and help you see new possibilities.You'll audit what drains you vs. what lights you up, uncover your unfair advantage, craft an authentic narrative that opens doors, &amp; design experiments you can start tomorrow.By the end, the fog lifts. You leave with a concrete unstuck plan &amp; the edge that makes you stand out.Corporate professionals love the real traction. Those in transition love that it's honest &amp; doable when the market feels brutal.Spots are limited. If you're ready to stop spinning &amp; start moving forward, this is your entry point.

You've got the "perfect on paper" 9-5 job. But you're restless, stuck, and quietly done playing a role you've outgrown.

You're navigating a layoff, a career gap, or a pivot, and you're done waiting for clarity to magically arrive.

You've watched AI reshape the world of work. You're ready to get clear, get strategic, and take control of your next career move.

Feeling stuck in your career or purpose? Reconnect with who you are, discover your why, design your ideal career and life, and take action.

Cohort 3

PM x-Meta, 3x Founder & Certified Coach

Angelina Fomina

3x Founder, Product Lead Meta, BetterUp, Shopify, and Intuitive Career Coach

Cohort 4

We're facing a purpose-crisis. The workplace and careers are rapidly changing. There's so much noise, information, and distraction.Yet meaningful careers matter, and knowing your why can get you through any setback.You’ll follow a proven 8-step framework to help you navigate change and burnout, reconnect with yourself, discover your purpose, and explore new career paths. It was created from my personal journey of reinventing my career many times, and refined through 200+ coaching sessions.This program blends science, spirituality and strategy to help you build a meaningful career and life without compromising authenticity, and wellbeing.<ol><li>Reconnect who you are: your parts, truths, strengths, skills, joy, intuition, and creativity.</li><li>Let go of old identities, limiting beliefs, fear, doubt, and outdated definitions of success.</li><li>Discover your purpose: uncover your passions, strengths, and direction using Western &amp; Eastern personality assessments, and intuitive tools.</li><li>Define career paths that match your values, ideal life, different roles, industries and business ideas.</li><li>Take action: Job search, interview, test a business or consulting idea with 5 bonus career &amp; entrepreneurship courses.</li></ol>

The only coaching program that turns self-discovery into real action and results

Discover who you are & your purpose

Let go of past work setbacks, old identities, limiting beliefs

Reconnect with your joy, intuition, energy and intuition

Define your ideal career paths and test them

Build your career roadmap and job searching plan

Brainstorm & Define Your Solopreneur Business Offer

💼 Navigating burnout, layoff, setback or career break, and ready for intentional growth, clarity, and to take your next step.

🔄&nbsp;In a role or career you've outgrown, feeling drained, stuck, or demotivated and ready to&nbsp;find your purpose, and a meaningful&nbsp;career path.

🌱 Already have a direction in mind, and want accountability to make it a reality as you pivot careers, job search, or start a business.

Harness the power of strategic networking to transform your job into a fulfilling and engaging experience, maximizing your career potential.

 career coach, leader, and entrepreneur 

Maja Schreiner

20+ years in IT. Career coach to hundreds of career changers. Networking guru.

Cohort 8

Cohort Career Achievers 

Understand why your current job may not strategically align with all your skills and interests, paving the way for meaningful change. Begin your journey with a change in mindset that can lead to fast, long-lasting improvements. Learn how to reshape your career and job to better suit your unique abilities and passions. Develop strategic networking skills to enhance your professional journey. Leave with increased confidence in your future goals and a clear path with actionable steps to achieve them. Strategically navigate your career path with purpose and direction. * * * One of the testimonials (Senior Product Manager) says: "I first had a 30-minute strategy session with Maja and walked away with clear, actionable next steps that immediately sharpened my career search. She combines deep product-leadership insight with a knack for distilling complex challenges into simple, practical guidance. If you’re looking for a coach who delivers high-impact advice in record time, Maja is an outstanding partner."

Get crystal clear on what you want and how to get there

Build a strategic networking system

Position yourself with a strong career narrative

Identify and access the hidden job market

Create visibility without self-promotion burnout

Turn relationships into career leverage

Design a career move that fits your life

At least 2–3 years of work experience (any industry)

Ideal for professionals in tech, product, IT, data, agile, digital, or adjacent roles

Professional Experience (Not Entry-Level)

Openness to self-reflection and honest assessment

Readiness to stop waiting for “the right opportunity” and start shaping one

Willingness to Take Ownership of Your Career

Comfort with trying new approaches 

Willingness to test, learn, and adjust

Ability to receive constructive feedback 

Openness to Feedback & Experimentation

Ambitious and curious individuals who want more from life and are eager to explore new horizons.

Experts looking to make empowered choices that resonate with your values, aspirations, and long-term vision.

Career changers looking for a safe space for self-reflection and exploration of what you’d like to do next.

Your relationship with work will never be the same. Learn to build a career with intention, not by default.

Career Wellness Educator

Comcast

The Home Depot

Southern Company

Robert Half

Verizon

Kay Allen Brownlee

Fortune 20 Recruiting Executive turned Career Wellness Educator

CareerMoves Cohort 1

Every day, you help others grow. You recruit talent, develop leaders, support executives, create learning experiences, and help organizations navigate change. But when was the last time you intentionally invested in your own career?CareerMoves was created exclusively for HR, Talent Acquisition, Learning &amp; Development, and Executive Support professionals who are ready to take ownership of their next chapter. Through practical frameworks, proven career strategy, and guided coaching, you'll gain the clarity to understand where you are, the confidence to decide where you're going, and the tools to intentionally build what's next.This isn't another course about finding a job. It's about building a career that evolves with you and preparing for the future of work with purpose, confidence, and intention.Because the professionals who spend their careers helping others succeed deserve to be just as intentional about their own.

CareerMoves - For the Professionals Behind Great Workplaces.

Become the CEO of your career.

Gain clarity about your next move.

Build a personal brand that opens doors.

Navigate today's workplace with confidence.

Create a practical career strategy.

Make career decisions with confidence.

<h3>The Professional Ready for More</h3>You've outgrown where you are and you're ready for a career that challenges, grows, and fulfills you.

<h3>The Career Navigator</h3>You're navigating change by choice or circumstance and want clarity before making your next move.

<h3>The Emerging or Established Leader</h3>You're ready to lead at a higher level without leaving your career growth to chance.

Agentic AI

Coding with AI

AI Workflows

Claude Code

OpenClaw

Vibe Coding

AI Evals

AI Transformation

RAG & Search

AI for PMs

AI for Engineers

AI for Designers

AI for Marketers

AI for Founders

Product Sense

Product Discovery

User Research

Prototyping

Growth

Analytics

Tech Foundations

Strategy

Influence

Leadership

Career Growth

Machine Learning

LLM Ops

Context Eng

Security

System Design

Figma

Design Systems

Visual Design

Design Strategy

Automation

Content Marketing

Demand Gen

Go-to-Market

Product Marketing

Positioning

Social Media

Brand

B2B Marketing

SEO & AEO

AI for Leaders

AI Governance

Communication

Management

People Operations

Exec Presence

Storytelling

Goal-setting

Personal Brand

Fundraising

Everyone

Operators

Data Scientists

Business Analysts

User Researchers

Customer Success

Project Managers

HR Professionals

Sales People

Lawyers

Finance

Investors

Real Estate

Educators

Creators

Accelerate Your Career

Introduction and Identity Beyond Job Titles

The Evolution of "What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?"

Asking "Does This Still Serve Me?" Instead of Optimizing for Others

The Trap of Perfectionism and Constantly Moving the Goalpost

Choosing Jobs for Survival vs. Evolving Career Needs

Identifying Your Current Season of Life and Changing Priorities

Reaching the Top and Giving Yourself Permission to Question Everything

The Permission, Pattern, Plan Framework for Career Clarity

Auditing Your Life: Needs, Cannot Haves, and Nice to Haves

Redefining Personal Success and Making One Decision at a Time

Connecting with Your Inner Child, Past Self, and Future Self

Enjoying the Present Moment and Relentless Life Auditing

Q&A: The Difference Between Optimizing and Auditing Your Life

Conclusion, Final Thoughts, and How to Connect with Madison

Broad professional audience — content relevant across many roles and functions.

Getting promoted, navigating job transitions, and advancing to the next level in your career.

Work Your Way: For High Performers Rethinking Success

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