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 finally design a career for you?

You’re ready to feel clear and confident…to stop doubting yourself, and to start designing a career that feels like “you”. No more worrying about what other people think. You want the deep sense of peace that comes with making choices that are in your best interest, without second-guessing yourself every step of the way. 


The only problem is:

  1. You have no idea what a career designed for you would look like.
  2. You have even less idea how to figure it out!


You know that you’re meant for more in life. That you’re meant to have a career that fits, and one that actually makes you feel good. And even though your current career might be great on paper (perhaps it’s even your dream job and you’ve been climbing the ranks), for some reason, something feels “off”. You’re starting to worry that this might not be what you really want, even though it looks perfect from the outside. (Yes… you know just how ridiculous that seems.)


Sound familiar?


It’s a painful feeling when your career is out of alignment… While everything seems right, you just don’t feel the “spark” like you expected. You feel disillusioned, and like the thing that was supposed to make you happy simply isn’t delivering. 


You’ve also put in work to get where you are, so even if you feel off, the idea of asking yourself why you feel so off sounds pretty terrifying! As a result, you do what most of us do… you ignore those doubts and fears, pushing them down, hoping that if you ignore them for long enough, they’ll just go away. (Hellooooooo, self-gaslighting!)


The doubts never go away, though, do they? They build and build, until the fears that were once a whisper in the back of your head turn into a full-blown scream. They grow until you finally admit it to yourself: even though your career is “great” by all measurable standards, it still might not be what you want. It’s impressive, but not aligned to the things that actually make you happy.


Ouch.


Once you’ve admitted that your career path "as is" isn’t what you want, you may be feeling a bit scared. Maybe you're worried that you'll have to start over. Maybe you’re concerned that it’s “just you”, and nothing will make you feel that spark again. 


More likely than not, you’re feeling pretty stuck too. Because even though you desperately want to design a “more you” career, you have no freaking idea how to do that…


If you’re like many of my clients, I’m willing to bet that you’ve taken every assessment under the sun, from Enneagram to Myers-Briggs, and even the Buzzfeed quiz on the color of your aura, hoping to “find your purpose”, with zero insights. (Mine was violet if you’re wondering - who even says “violet” instead of “purple”? Come on!)


Here’s the real deal, friend: clarity about what would make you happier in your career isn’t found in a book. It’s not found from quizzes or from asking everyone else what to do. A truly aligned career comes from the inner sense of clarity that starts with you, and that’s most likely what you’re missing. 


If you’re feeling successful but unfulfilled, there’s nothing wrong with you. This isn’t just a “you thing”, or something that’s going to get better once you reach the next rung of your proverbial ladder. In fact, I’m willing to bet that if you’re feeling off, it’s for one main reason…


If you “lost your spark” in your successful job, I bet it might be for the same reason that 90% of the new clients who reach out to me are… you never actually had a spark in the first place. The thing that felt like a spark before was simply your motivation to climb the ladder and impress others, and it was never really about the work, which is why you’re “successful” but unfulfilled.


Read that again.


Now tell me, how exactly did you get where you are in your career? Do you feel like you intentionally made the choices to get there, or do you feel like you just "fell into" your current place within the world based off of what you thought were the “right” choices?  If you're grimacing and saying "the second" right about now, don't worry, you're in good company.


It’s not “just you”. In fact, I could share countless stories with you of clients who have gone through the exact same thing. I personally have gone through my very own quarter life crisis (which is why I started Empowered Achievers in the first place…)! But before I share some inspirational stories with you, first I need to tell you something:


You’re not the only one who feels lost when it comes to their purpose. 

You’re not the only one struggling to separate what they want from the pressure of what they “should” be doing. 

You’re not the only one who feels stuck and unclear.

As a purpose coach for high achievers, the #1 most common issue I hear is a deep longing to reignite their passion so they can feel more engaged and fulfilled at work, and I hear it from folks just like you every week. These people want to figure out how to build a career for them, without the pressures and expectations of others. 


Here's the problem: many high achievers have been taught to climb the ladder, without ever considering whether they’re climbing the right one. They’re not in touch with what they actually need, so they take a “comfortable” path based on what they “should” do. When I ask folks on consultation calls how they decided on their current career path, they normally say something like, "well I majored in ______ in college, so this seemed like the logical next step." When I ask them what they're ACTUALLY fulfilled by, they stare at me wide-eyed, anxious, and unsure how to answer. 


It's unfortunately a really common experience for us high achievers, who have spent our whole lives doing the "right" thing instead of pausing and looking inwards. And I can tell you from the other side as someone who has worked through this...continuing down this path almost never leads to a happy ending!


Real talk: wouldn’t it be amazing your career finally felt comfortable? Like you were in the place you were meant to be, and you no longer had to second-guess or gaslight yourself out of your dreams? Wouldn’t it feel fabulous to finally be at peace?



The reality is, you don’t always have to leave your job in order to be more fulfilled, sometimes you can make smaller tweaks or pivots. Ultimately, what you need to do in order to find more fulfillment depends on your unique situation. But know what’s not a non-negotiable when it comes to designing a more values-aligned career?...


You need to learn your values, friend, so you can know exactly what levers to pull and what shifts to make in order to feel more engaged. You need a career north star, and our job within PCS is to help you uncover it!

If you’re finally ready to silence the career doubt in the back of your head …

MEET PURPOSE CHASER SCHOOL

The self-guided program designed specifically for high achievers who want to uncover what they're actually passionate about.

This digital course takes you through my step-by-step process to release the pressure, and design a more values-aligned career.

"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.” 


What’s Included In This Program?

In this course, you’ll get access to 8 modules:


Getting Started

This section is all about laying the foundation for a successful course! We’ll discuss how to get the most out of this self-study program, and I’ll answer your burning questions. Think of this like a really awesome orientation day. 


Purpose 101

This module digs into everything you need to know about purpose: what it is, what it isn’t, and why you don’t find it by sitting on top of a mountain in meditation. It addresses why so many people struggle to find career fulfillment, and what “purpose” is all about. 


The “Should” Problem

In this unit, we discuss the “should” problem that’s likely driving your unfulfilling career path. We discuss the external pressures that impact our career choices, and what we can do about them. You’ll learn all about releasing the pressure of what you “ought” to be doing, which is the first step to actually reigniting your spark and creating a fulfilling career. 


My Career Needs

In this module, we’ll do the final step to release the pressure of your career “shoulds”, and then lay the groundwork for the remainder of our work. I’ll explain the difference between “how” versus “what” career concerns, and teach you how to clarify your needs for both (and why they’re important). 


WHAT I Want: Interest Mapping

This module takes you through my favorite exercise: interest mapping! Interest mapping is the one exercise that I do with every single individual coaching client in my business, in order to help them better understand what they like and what they don’t. And most importantly, what that can teach us about their needs so that they can figure out what would make them feel happier, more confident, and engaged in their career.


WHAT I Want: Purpose Statement

Based on our interest mapping work, you’ll go through an exercise to translate that into a full fledged “purpose statement”. This statement will be your guide and your north star, all about who you are at your best. This piece gives you answers about what type of work would actually make you feel fulfilled.


HOW Needs

In this section, we’ll clarify your career needs based on HOW you work best. This is all of the logistic-y things, like what you need from a team, manager, and company. This will give you a clear checklist that you can look for in future roles. 


Moving Forward with Purpose

In our final module, we will revisit the difference between “how” versus “what” needs for our career, and pull all of our work together. From there, you’ll be able to do an alignment check to clarify where your career is out of sync! Then, we’ll discuss how to shift your career in the right direction, and you’ll set some final goals for yourself as you head on your way.

You'll walk away with:

  • A comprehensive understanding of purpose (why a North Star is better than a "dream job" and why you don't find fulfillment by sitting on top of a mountain)
  • A thorough understanding of your "shoulds" and the pressures in your career
  • A deep knowledge of mindset, and exercises to help you unpack your "head-trash"
  • A list of reframed new beliefs that address your pressures
  • An understanding of "what" versus "how" career concerns
  • A custom-build 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)
  • A custom-built rubric about what you need to see in order to know a career is right for you

“OK, I like what I’m hearing… but what if I need some additional support?”

I get it, self-guided courses aren’t for everyone. Some people know they need more accountability and prefer extra hand-holding. If that’s you, no problem! We have 3 additional options for you, where you can upgrade for extra support:


  • Purpose Chaser School TOGETHER, our group accountability program, which entails:
    • 4 Group coaching accountability calls (90 min each), with fellow members of your small group cohort
    • One 45 minute cohort kick off call
    • One 45 minute group wrap-up call
    • Email access for support between calls, and direct feedback on exercises
    • Direct access to Chris via Coaching Office Hours
    • Access to  the private members-only community


  • 1x1 Coaching (limited availability):
    • This level of coaching meets you where you’re at. Whether you're needing support with creating better boundaries and balance at work to feel happier, or are needing a deeper level of support to rediscover your purpose and find fulfillment at work, we get it! We'll guide you to a more empowered approach in your career so you can finally chart your own path. This option is ideal for those of you who are desiring additional support and want to experience the transformation of 1x1 work. If you’d like to complete your exercises together and be pushed further, this might be for you!


PCS TOGETHER is priced at $2,497, and 1x1 Coaching is priced at $4,497 (with payment plans available for both). If you've already enrolled in the course, you can upgrade to either of these options and your incurred cost will be applied towards your purchase.

If additional guidance feels like it might be right for you, apply here for a free exploratory call! 

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"Purpose Chaser School" is the DIY program to help you unearth your true career desires

Remember earlier when I promised to tell you a story about a Purpose Chaser who shifted careers and found her calling?

Remember earlier when I promised to tell you a story about a Purpose Chaser who shifted careers and found her calling?

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 eight modules (outlined above), and gives you plenty of time to implement. You'll also have support as you go through the work, via our member-only Facebook community. 


I don't hate my job! Is this right for me?

Actually, if this is you, I'd say that you're probably at the perfect place to figure this out! In my experience, this process works best for people who are simply thinking that their current role isn't quite right, and they’re looking for the keys to uncover what an aligned career looks like. 


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, if you're hoping that I will run some tests and tell you which 5 career paths to explore moving forward, that's not what this program is about! It’s about figuring out what an aligned career is (so you can then make decisions moving forward that support that).


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've created the Facebook community, open to all members of "Purpose Chaser School". In the community, you'll be invited to upload your homework each week for feedback, which will help keep you consistent (and inspired). Aside from that, there’s also an option to upgrade to our group program PCS TOGETHER, or our 1x1 support option. If you’d prefer more hand-holding, apply here. 


I’m interested in an upgrade! What exactly do these options entail? 

Our group program, PCS TOGETHER, is designed to provide additional accountability and community for you as you work through the program. You not only receive the PCS course and community like all members, but you also receive: four group coaching accountability calls (90 min each), one intake call, one post-program check in call, email access to support between calls, access to “office hours", and direct feedback on exercises. This option is $2,497, and  if you’ve already purchased the course, your purchase can be credited towards this upgrade. If you’re curious to learn more about this hybrid model and eager to receive more support, apply here for a free exploratory call.

Our 1x1 support program, 1x1 Coaching, meets you where you’re at. Whether you're needing support with creating better boundaries and balance at work to feel happier, or are needing a deeper level of support to rediscover your purpose and find fulfillment at work, we get it! We'll guide you to a more empowered approach in your career so you can finally chart your own path. This option is ideal for those of you who are desiring additional support and want to experience the transformation of 1x1 work. If you’d like to complete your exercises together and be pushed further, this might be for you! This option is $4,497, and if you’ve already purchased the course, your purchase can be credited towards this upgrade. If you’re curious to learn more about this hybrid model and eager to receive more 1x1 support, apply here for a free exploratory call.


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.