Career Pivot Playbook
Find Clarity, Redefine Success, and Build a Career That Fits Your Life
You’ve built a career, followed the path that made sense at the time, or taken a pause to focus on what mattered most. But now, something feels off.
You’ve grown. Your priorities have shifted. And the version of you today deserves a career that reflects who you’ve become—not who you used to be.
Whether you’re ready to pivot into something new or returning to work after time away, it’s time to create a career that feels aligned, fulfilling, and uniquely yours.
Because you don’t have to settle for “what’s next” when you can design a career, and a life, that truly fits.
This is for you if you have:
Realized it’s time to redefine success on your own terms
Spent years climbing the corporate ladder and that no longer feels aligned
Want something more fulfilling but don’t know what “more” looks like
Felt uncertain about how to re-enter the workforce in a way that reflects who you are today
Crave work that energizes you (not just work that pays well)
Felt afraid to leave your comfort zone, but even more afraid to stay stuck
Career Pivot Playbook is for ambitious moms ready to find a fulfilling, flexible career that fits who they are today.
Here’s what you’ll get when you enroll:
✔️ Ten group coaching calls across 6 months
✔️ Office hours for additional accountability and individual check-ins
✔️ A private Slack group for day-to-day support
✔️ Guided modules and reflection tools
✔️ A community of like-minded women on the same path.
✔️ Four private coaching sessions with Dara* (VIP ONLY)
✔️ “Coach in your pocket” on-going slack support with Dara* (VIP ONLY)
Why this program is different
A Coach Who Has Walked In Your Shoes: I made my own pivot from a successful career in media to becoming a career clarity coach while navigating motherhood and uncertainty. I know firsthand how overwhelming this can feel, and I bring that lived experience into every session. You won’t get generic advice. You’ll get real, empathetic guidance from someone who’s been in your shoes.
Created for Ambitious Moms: This program is built specifically for moms who have achieved a lot but now feel stuck. Maybe you’re unsure what you want next. Maybe you’re scared to make a change. Maybe you just know your current path no longer fits. This program gives you the space, tools, and support to figure it out.
You’re Not Doing This Alone: Here’s what most programs miss: the power of community. Inside the Career Pivot Playbook, you’re surrounded by like-minded women who are navigating the same questions, doubts, and decisions. The community is a safe, honest, and encouraging space where you’re supported and seen at every step.
Holistic Approach: We don’t just focus on your resume. We focus on you. The program blends personal development, mindset work, and career exploration so you can build a life and career that actually align with who you are today, not who you were before kids.
Built Around Self-Discovery: You’ll get clear on what truly matters to you: your values, your passions, your strengths. Then you’ll use that clarity to shape your next chapter. This isn’t about going back to what you did before. It’s about discovering what lights you up now.
Concrete Strategies and Tools: You’ll walk away with tangible tools like clarity exercises, networking strategies, career mapping templates, and expert support to turn insight into action. We combine reflection with implementation so you can move forward with confidence.
Designed with Balance in Mind: You shouldn’t have to choose between your ambition and your family. This program helps you create a fulfilling career while staying present at home. It’s about redefining success in a way that works for you.
The Transformation
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The Transformation *
Heightened Confidence
Silence self-doubt and build a resilient mindset that supports bold, aligned career moves.
Improved Work-Life Balance
Design a career that reflects your values and passions—so you feel fulfilled at work and present at home.
Specific Career Direction
Identify new career paths that match your strengths and goals, and leave with a concrete, actionable plan to get there.
Clarity and Self-Discovery
Reconnect with who you are today—your values, skills, and aspirations—to guide your next chapter with purpose.
Effective Networking Skills
Learn how to build authentic connections and leverage your network in a way that feels natural and aligned.
Supportive Community
You don’t have to figure this out alone. Be surrounded by like-minded moms who are redefining success alongside you—and cheering you on the whole way.
Momentum and Accountability
With consistent support and structure, you’ll take real steps forward—and stick with them.
Tools to Navigate Fear and Guilt
Learn mindset shifts and practical tools to move past guilt, fear, or perfectionism that’s been keeping you stuck.
THE NEXT COHORT STARTS SEPTEMBER 30TH!
Hi, I’m Dara
After nearly 20 years in media and navigating my own career pivot as a mom, I know how overwhelming change can feel. The Career Pivot Playbook was born out of that experience, to guide other ambitious women toward clarity, confidence, and a career that finally feels like theirs.
Any Questions?
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The next co-hort will launch in September 2025.
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Tuesday 12p ET. Office hours will vary.
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Once you apply, we will set up a call and make sure it’s a mutual fit and that you will be able to reach your specific goals in this program.
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There is a VIP option which includes individual sessions as well as slack coaching and support. If you are interested in a la carte, you can also purchase individual sessions as an add-on.
What Everyone’s Saying..
“In this program I started by focusing on my life stuff first - getting my time more organized, understanding my values, areas of my life I want to improve, and the blockers I face in my head every day. In this process, I became more aware of how important it was for me to reconnect with the people I admired and respected that I worked with in a past life. This increase in connectivity led me to 3 exciting and diversified career opportunities in a short period of time!
Through the power of the course’s exercises (the values one was hugely helpful to me), I was able to effectively navigate, prep and negotiate for all 3 opportunities to fit within my desired life plan. I still have to pinch myself to believe that I landed my dream job at Pinterest AND the opportunity to consult in areas of business and clients I am most passionate about. I truly could not have manifested this reality without the tremendous support from Dara.
I have already recommended this group to many women who are going through the same thought process I experienced. They feel trapped in their successful careers financially but they are no longer feeling fulfilled, motivated to do their best work, etc.
Taking that first step towards your pivot is a hard thing to do but the outcome can be lifechanging!"
-Caitlin
I first joined Dara’s Career Pivot group when I simply didn't have a clue what I wanted to do next. I felt stuck, uninterested in my prior career, and craving something of my own.
Through her guidance and that amazing group, I gained clarity and confidence, and her support was instrumental in helping me decide to (and feel brave enough to) launch my own business, Project Partner with Ruthie.
I couldn't pass on the opportunity to continue to get advice and mentorship from Dara, so I joined her EntrepreneuHER group, which I can honestly say has been a game changer for my business. Dara, along with the incredible women in the group, have provided encouragement, insight, and a wealth of resources that have propelled me to where I am today.
I’m so grateful for Dara’s leadership and the community she has built. I truly wouldn’t be here without them. Not only has she helped me figure out my next steps professionally, she has also helped me embrace this transition with confidence.
-Ruthie Baruch, Project Partner with Ruthie
“After weeks of committing to Dara’s program I was able to take an honest look at who I am and pursue doing exactly what I wanted to do. Dara and I began working together in February of 2024 and by the following September I signed a lease to open my own retail store, The Stand, in Rye, NY.
She cleared the cobwebs, she helped me set goals and tap into what brings me joy. Dara played the greatest role as my coach and as my friend in making this dream come true. I will always be grateful for where she brought me.
Now I begin an incredible new chapter and I don't think I could have arrived here without her. I would tell anyone who is looking for clarity and some guidance and overall happiness that this program is worth its weight in gold. It is a GAME CHANGER.”
-Betsie Carroll, Owner The Stand, Rye, NY
“I started working with Dara after leaving a tough job that left me burned out. Right away, she helped me get clarity on what I actually wanted- through thoughtful questions, helpful resources, and a values framework that guided my next steps.
What I love most was the mix of emotional support and real, practical tools. I always left our sessions feeling clearer, more confident, and like I’d made progress.
Most importantly, she’s the best cheerleader and champion. She was there for me in moments when I doubted myself and you can really tell how much she cares about her clients. It felt so great to have her support and also feel so seen by someone! Grateful to have found Dara and worked with her during a challenging and confusing period in my career.”
-Nadine
“When I first started working with Dara, I was coming from a very toxic work environment. I wasn’t sure what steps to take next in my career.
Dara helped me to see what my strengths are, to hold myself accountable, and to become a better version of myself. She gently guided me to get out of my comfort zone and challenged me to complete tasks that I was too intimidated to do.
As a middle aged mother of two, sometimes tasks seem unattainable. Dara helped me work through those emotions and tasks. I even carved some much needed time in for myself, when I didn’t think that was possible!
I am forever grateful for finding Dara and for her helping and guiding me to become a better version of myself.
On the day of our last session, we spoke about how far I have come. It also happened to be the day that I accepted a role in an amazing new work environment!”
-Lesley
“I would recommend working with Dara to any mother at any stage in her career journey.
When I started working with Dara I had just been part of a mass layoff at my company, and knew that if I was ever going to find what I’m truly passionate about, this was the time. Not only does she ask the hard questions to help you rewire your brain for success, she also holds you accountable for taking action so you actually reach your goals! I landed my first client by the end of our sessions, and was able to craft an entire framework for my future business. Dara helped me to stop giving up on myself, and for that, I am eternally grateful!”
-Amanda R.