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You've left the Corporate World!

Now What???

You left your corporate life behind to find the freedom you want and the desire to build something of your own!

But...

It's more than just a career change—you're finding it's a total identity shift.

You're feeling uncertain, scattered, or secretly wondering, “Why can’t I figure this out?”—the answer isn’t in another strategy.

It’s in understanding the real challenges you’re facing—ones backed by research, not just internet advice.

The problem?

You may be trying to recreate corporate life... just smaller.

And it's not working!

You don't need a team of consultants! What You need is:

What the Research Shows:

You’re making every decision alone—and it’s exhausting.
Stanford studies show decision fatigue tanks focus and confidence—especially without feedback or guardrails.

You expected more freedom—but now feel less productive.
Studies from UC Berkeley found that without systems, productivity dips sharply in early entrepreneurship.

You’re tolerating uncertainty like it’s a threat—not a skill.
Psychologist Susan David says emotional agility (not certainty) is what separates stuck entrepreneurs from resilient ones.

You’ve lost the identity and structure that used to define you.
Harvard research shows how many people feel invisible or uncertain when they leave their titles and teams behind.

I'm Coach Carol Maria

—a former corporate professional who knows the messy middle!

I help new entrepreneurs who feel lost without their job title create a business that feels aligned, grounded, and truly theirs.

With mindset shifts, practical systems (no fancy tech required), and clear wins, I help you rebuild your confidence and move forward—step by step.

You didn’t leave your career to feel stuck.

Let’s get you in motion—with structure, clarity, and support to map out your "Clear Path" forward.

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