PURPOSE CHASER SCHOOL
The self-guided program to empower high achievers to unveil their authentic purpose, ditch the 'shoulds,' and create a personalized north star.
Purpose Chaser School is the self-guided program to help high achievers figure out what’s actually important to them in their careers, absent of the expectations of others. To help them release the pressure of what they think their career SHOULD be, and instead figure out their true career desires. Because let’s be real, second-guessing yourself is exhausting, and looking to others for answers definitely isn’t working…
Ready to "find yourself" again?
Ever feel like you're nailing the success game, walking along a seemingly perfect career path, ticking off achievements left and right…and yet, there's an unsettling dissonance? Like that nagging voice of doubt just won't pipe down?
Yeah, your achievements look impressive, but the joy seems to be on mute. It's the classic case of "What's really going on here?" You've spent way too long convincing yourself that everything is A-OK, only to feel like you're drifting emotionally.
Want to know the real problem here?! Most likely, you’re building your career off of someone else’s definition of success!
“Success”, by societal standards, feels hollow because it's been achieved on a path that doesn't align with your authentic self. You've been climbing the career ladder diligently, but against the wrong wall! The joy you "should" be feeling remains elusive, and the disconnection from your true desires becomes more profound.
Am I making you sweat yet?
If this is you and you’re realizing that you’re not really sure what you want, you might have tried everything to “find yourself” again. From online quizzes to self-help books… even silent meditation retreats! In reality, though, you’re still no closer to unlocking the secrets, and you’re SO frustrated!
If you’re feeling this way, you might be worried you’re the only one. In reality, this couldn’t be further from the truth!
So many high achievers have been exactly where you are. They've felt the emotional drift, like they’ve lost themselves and they’re just going through the motions.
But, here's the exciting part: They've found their way back, and you can too!
Imagine a career where every achievement brings not just recognition but genuine joy. A path that aligns with YOUR definition of success, not someone else’s. A journey where you're not just climbing the ladder but ascending to your personal Everest.
Ready to break free from the drift and reclaim your narrative? If you’re ready to find yourself again…
MEET PURPOSE CHASER SCHOOL
The self-study program designed specifically for high achievers who are hoping to find more fulfillment and passion at work again.
This digital course takes you through my step-by-step process to design your personal purpose statement.
"I was at a point in my career where I had gone from one thing to another and hadn't really stopped to think a lot about the journey I was on. Going through the coursework really forced me to dig deep and separate what I thought I wanted from reality. I found a lot of purpose in the work that I was doing, and that has laid such a different foundation for my career now than all of the steps leading up to this point. The program will truly transform how you define work and meaning in your life so that your purpose and your path can align."
-Mallory
Hear Mallory's experience in her own words here:
“The decision to join PCS was one of the best investments I've ever made! Chris was amazing to work with. The coursework is comprehensive, but the videos are broken into short segments that make it easy to work through. I love my purpose statement and I'm excited for the next chapter in my career!”
- Lauren
"Before PCS I felt lost. I was checking all the boxes in my career, but I wasn't performing to my potential and felt unhappy in my career. I knew I needed a change but before making a rash decision I needed clarity on why I was unfulfilled and what needed to change. Chris pushed me out of my comfort zone and challenged me to dig under the surface to understand why I was making the choices I was in my career and why they aligned what I needed to be happy and fulfilled. I would highly recommend this program."
- Jenn J.
“[Before] I was feeling as though I had completed my original "10 year plan" and arrived at a place I didn't want to be. I was feeling paralyzed on how to make decisions about where I wanted to go from there. [Now] I feel a new sense of clarity and the confidence to take action. I have named the fears and unhelpful thoughts that have led me to feel stuck in my career so I can be aware of when they are cropping up, and reframe them with new beliefs to push beyond fear and paralysis. I now have a personal purpose statement and an evaluation rubric for career paths that I can revisit as a decision-making guide when I feel uncertain. While all of the exercises were valuable, I found the "head trash" exercises (brutal but so, so helpful), the purpose statement exercise to be real standouts that I often mentally revisit. I think the biggest thing that has changed for me after PCS is confidence. I've actually started talking with others about my dreams and hopes, which is something I previously felt really fearful of, as in the past I've been very reliant on external validation and making the "right" move that makes sense to those around me.”
Course curriculum
Here's everything you'll find within Purpose Chaser School:
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Welcome to “Purpose Chasers School”
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How this works
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What if I need additional support?
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Let’s get started
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EXERCISE: Getting started
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Agenda
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Let’s start at the beginning
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Dream job 101
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North star & Purpose
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Certainty
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Fears about purpose & fulfillment
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Why we miss the mark
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The Should Problem
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EXAMPLE | “Shoulds” I’ve seen
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EXERCISE | “Shoulds” I’ve seen
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Shoulds & Purpose
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EXAMPLE | The impact of “shoulds”
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EXERCISE | The impact of “shoulds”
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Wrap up
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Our next modules
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Interest Mapping
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How to Interest Map
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EXERCISE | Interest Mapping
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Categorizing Your List
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EXAMPLE | Categorizing Your List
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EXERCISE | Categorizing Your List
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Getting Started
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Editing Your List
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EXAMPLE | Editing Your List
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EXERCISE | Editing Your List
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Your Short List
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EXERCISE | Your Short List
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Your Purpose Statement
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EXAMPLE | Your Purpose Statement
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EXERCISE | Your Purpose Statement
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Wrap Up
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The HOW Needs
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EXAMPLE | Your Must Haves
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EXERCISE | Your Must Haves
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Using Your Must Haves
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About this course
- Free
- 48 lessons
- 2.5 hours of video content
You'll walk away with:
- A comprehensive understanding of purpose, and why a North Star is better than a "dream job"
- An understanding of "what" versus "how" career concerns
- A custom-built purpose statement that can be used to drive all of your career decisions moving forward
- A list of your logistics "must haves" in your role
- A clear understanding of why you're feeling off in your career (whether it's a "what" issue, a "how" issue, and what you can do about it)
Want a look behind the scenes?
Like so many of the high achievers I’ve worked with, when Sara came to me she was super successful in her career, but unsure of her next steps.
She was intrigued by the idea of starting a business, but she wasn’t sure if that was just escapism daydreaming speaking. She didn’t know if she could make her current role better, or whether it was truly time to part ways.
After using my process for unearthing “Sara at her best” -- yup, what I’ll teach you to do for yourself inside “Purpose Chaser School” -- she left her previous job, started her own successful business, and is happier than ever! She’s no longer waffling back and forth between whether she should stay or finally leave. Sara now lives a life that’s aligned, all because she developed the clarity & confidence in what brings her fulfillment.
When I asked her what my process for finding her purpose and calling did for her, this is what Sara said:
“The process Chris uses is structured and methodical, and one that makes you feel like you're pushing yourself, but not too far out of your comfort zone. It's a clear, well thought out series of exercises to help YOU identify your strengths, the aspects of your job that you lean into, who you are at your best, and your career opportunities. I worked with another coach previously and Chris's is unparalleled. If you truly want to make a change and gain career clarity, I highly recommend working with Chris. She's your gal!”
-Sara
You can hear more about Sara's experience in her own words here:
“[Before PCS] I felt very lost of what to do next. I've never really stopped and reflected on my career, on what I wanted, etc. I am a high achiever that got stuck in a career because of outside influences. [Now] I feel like I have a good filter on what to run future jobs and companies through to see if they are in line with me at my best and my must haves. I very quickly realized the mountain of "shoulds" I've been living with and will continuously have to keep in check and work through moving forward. The shoulds exercise was a game changer, as I've never really thought about shoulds in my professional life.”
-PCS Member
“PCS and working with Chris helped me pause and actually listen to what values may lead to a fulfilling career for me. Learning to unpack what I thought would drive me to be successful and who I actually am at my best self demonstrated some gaps. PCS revealed this to me and allowed me to move forward with intention. Investing in yourself is important, do it!”
- Zoe
HI, I’M CHRIS
I started Empowered Achievers to help high achievers reignite their spark at work and build more fulfilling careers. Lofty ambition, huh?
I feel so strongly about this work because I didn't always have a career I was passionate about. In 2014 I was working at an advertising agency in San Francisco with Google as my main client, churning out award-winning campaigns. Everything was amazing, until I realized over time that I had fallen into my role, and I just didn’t love it anymore. According to outward appearances, I was super successful. I was in a high powered career that oozed coolness. Everybody loves Mad Men, right? But despite all of that, it wasn’t fulfilling. And life is way too short to spend the majority of your time stuck in a career you don’t love. So in my determination to find what I did love, I started exploring. And over the next couple of years, everything changed for me…
Today, I work to empower others to make this same kind of change in their own lives. To clarify their career needs so that they can feel energized by their work and shift their role into alignment.
I created this program to help my clients find what makes them jump out of bed in the morning, ready to take on the day with passion and energy. I’m not saying you won’t have to work hard, you absolutely will. No matter what you do, there will always be stressful days...but if you're engaged with your work, those hard days are a lot easier to bear.
The tools you receive from this program will expedite your learning process and help get you to where you want to go faster. I’ve done the grunt work so that you don’t have to, and I’m excited to share it with you!
Who is "Purpose Chaser School" for?
The high achiever who has always made the “right” decision, but is starting to fear that their current career path isn’t actually right for them.
The normally passionate person who has minimized themselves to fit in a box of what’s expected, dimming their spirit and leaving them feeling apathetic.
The self-aware individual who is ready to get honest about what they want and take messy action.
The person who is constantly mulling over the question “is this all there is?”
Who is "Purpose Chaser School" NOT For?
If you say you want change but you're not ready to do the work, this isn't for you. This program only works if you do, so I'm looking for those of you who are serious about turning inwards to re-discover your internal GPS!
If you’re focused on interview prep for landing your next gig, this probably isn’t the program for you. We won't be optimizing your resume. This program is all about helping you to clarify YOUR needs to be fulfilled in a role. While having this clarity can lead you to the path you want to take (and ideally an amazing job), this program is more focused on providing you with direction so that you can build a career you love.
This isn't for those of you who are looking for a fairy godmother or magic pill. If you're hoping that I can look at your skills and tell you the 5 career paths you could consider, that's not how this works. And real talk: it probably shouldn't be either! In my experience, you're in this situation in the first place because you've been looking to others to steer your career path. In this program we focus on turning inwards to clarify your needs (because that's who matters in the end!)
Ready To Get Reacquainted With Yourself?
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Frequently Asked Questions:
What does the program entail?
It is hours of videos and exercises, right at your fingertips! The content takes you through the seven modules (outlined above), and gives you plenty of time to implement.
Is it for me if I want to figure out what my next job should be?
Yes and no! In my experience, clarifying what you want and need in your next role is a must have in order to make an effective, intentional change. That said, this program is more focused on personal purpose and how that ties into your career.
But, what if it’s not the right time? I’m sooooo busy!
There’s no time like the present! Even if you’re swamped, taking the time to fit this course into your life will be the best thing you can do for yourself. If reaching your professional goals is important to you, then you’ll find time to make this a priority. Because let's be real, if you keep resting on your laurels, you're not likely to see a change anytime soon.
OK fine, I’ll make the time. How long will it take?
I'd typically recommend coming back to the work at a regular time each week. Realistically, that might look like an hour or two a week, every week for 6 weeks. You can of course go through this work at a quicker pace, or take your time. The beauty is that it's all up to you!
How long do I have access?
As long as your heart desires! You’ll have ongoing access to “Purpose Chaser School” in Thinkific.
Ummmm.... How do I even know I'll do the work though? I'm scared to get another course and then put it on the back-burner.
You are your only guarantee. That said, we know how hard it can be to complete self-study programs! That's why we have options like the Achievers Collective and individual and small group coaching. If you’d prefer more hand-holding, apply here.
Do you offer refunds?
Due to the nature of a self-study program being downloadable, there are no refunds available for this program.
OK...well then how long will it take for me to make the investment back?
While I can never promise anything, there’s no doubt that you’ll get out what you put in. This course is an investment in your future, which you really can’t put a price on considering reigniting your spark and building a fulfilling career is everything. That said, most of my clients have LOVED finding that inner sense of direction, and say that the cost of this program seems like a drop in the bucket.
Are you going to be my fairy godmother and tell me what to do next?
Sorry, friend, but it ain’t that simple! I’m sure we’d all love someone to come in and give us the answers, but real talk: that’s kind of how you got into this pickle in the first place. The beauty of the work I do is that YOU are making the decisions. I’m here to help guide you to improved self-understanding and clarity. What you decide to do with that direction is up to you.
Alright Purpose Chaser, it’s time to make a decision.
You know it.
I know it.
And even though all those excuses are swirling through your head right now…
“What if I can’t make time to do what she teaches?”
“What if I don’t actually *have* a unique purpose?”
“What if I find out I have to leave my safe and secure career?”
...you and I both know that the best investment you will EVER make is in yourself.
And that’s exactly what this program is.
This self-guided program is everything I wish I had years ago, when I felt frustrated and directionless. Had it been around during a low point in my career, I would have signed up at lightning speed.
My transition was far from easy, but I now know it doesn’t need to be that way. By learning the steps that have worked for me and countless clients, your clarity can come so. much. easier. (and faster!)
Why wait, when you could start getting unstuck and find clarity NOW?
If you’re ready, let’s make some magic together.
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“My favorite thing about working with Chris was that she challenged me to think outside of everything that I had ever been taught in regards to my career. What this allowed me to do was conceptualize a career for me and no one else. She gave me permission to build the life that I want. Working with Chris was one of the best investments I've ever made.”
-Maddie W.