The Career Lab: Get Unstuck & Build Your Unfair Advantage
Rachel Slater
Senior SWE @ MSFT & Licensed Therapist
Oumaima Talouka
AI Advisor, Leadership Coach, ex-MSFT
When "successful on paper" stops feeling like enough.
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 & 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 & 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, & design experiments you can start tomorrow.
By the end, the fog lifts. You leave with a concrete unstuck plan & the edge that makes you stand out.
Corporate professionals love the real traction. Those in transition love that it's honest & doable when the market feels brutal.
Spots are limited. If you're ready to stop spinning & start moving forward, this is your entry point.
What you’ll learn
Workshop agenda
Module 1 - Get Honest: The Audit + Mindset Reset (beyond your job title)
Name what's actually keeping you stuck, not the surface story. Cut through the imposter voice, burnout fatigue, and old stories. Get clear on where you are and why your worth isn't your job title.
Module 2 - Discover Your Unfair Advantage: The Edge that’s Irreplaceable
Map the unique combination of skills, story quirks, and perspectives that make you hard to replicate. Test it live, get feedback, and see how your edge opens multiple paths, not just one.
Module 3 - Own Your Story: Craft the Narrative that Opens Doors
Turn your edge into an authentic career story that connects the dots. Build a concise narrative for interviews, LinkedIn, or coffee chats. Practice it live and refine with warm feedback.
Module 4 - Make It Real: Design Experiments + Your Next Move (Build/Stay/Pivot)
Everything turns into action. Evaluate your options: stay, pivot, or build. Design 3 experiments and a 30-day plan. Leave with clarity, the momentum to follow through and the step to take on Monday.
Learn directly from Rachel & Oumaima
Rachel Slater
Senior Software Engineer @ Microsoft | Licensed Therapist
Oumaima Talouka
AI Advisor & Leadership Coach | Director @ The AI Collective | Ex-Microsoft
Who this workshop is for
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.
What's included
Live sessions
Learn directly from Rachel Slater & Oumaima Talouka in a real-time, interactive format.
Lifetime access
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Community of peers
Stay accountable and share insights with like-minded professionals.
Certificate of completion
Share your new skills with your employer or on LinkedIn.
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