Jean Kang

✨ PM Career Coach, x7 pivoter, helping other pivoters land amazing Program Manager roles and 🔥 thrive on the job | Founder of 🚀 Path to PM | Senior Program Manager @ Figma • Ex-Linkedin, Meta, Pinterest, Intuit

Over the last decade, I led impactful programs at companies like LinkedIn, Pinterest, & Figma.

But here’s the part that surprises people:

- I didn’t have a PMP certification.
- I’m a proud career pivoter. 
- I didn’t check every box.

What I did have was strategy, storytelling, and a clear sense of how to articulate my value.

That’s how I landed multiple 6-figure Program Manager roles at top tech companies not by following the “traditional” path, but by leaning into my superpowers. 

Eventually, I had a spark to do something different..

What if I used the same skills that helped me thrive in Big Tech… to build something of my own?

So I left to bet on myself (again). 

And what served me well in my career also helped me as a solopreneur.

I owned my story, built with intention and shared learnings in public.

I started creating content in 2023 and in 2 years, built a community of 350K+ across LinkedIn, Instagram, and my newsletter.

Today, I’m the founder of the PM Accelerator, a career transformation program where I help senior professionals land high-paying PM roles without another certification or starting over. 

My mission is to democratize access to tech careers + empower folks to design a career, business & life they love especially in this era of AI.

The Results:

→ Partnered with Google, Hubspot, NVIDIA, Adobe, Kajabi, Notion, & more
→ LinkedIn Learning Instructor with 200K+ learners
→ 100M+ impressions over the last year
→ 230K+ follow my journey on LinkedIn
→ Built a $200K+ business in 1 year 
→ 32K+ read my newsletter 
→ (soon TEDx speaker 😱)

If you want to learn the exact framework I used to land dream PM roles + help others do the same… 

📌 APPLY TO THE PM ACCELERATOR (link in bio)

In this 5-week career acceleration program, I teach you how to get interviews, land dream offers and literally thrive on the job.  

I helped 100+ students land PM roles at Microsoft, SoFi, Scale.AI, Adidas, Workday and more (many in under 4–7 weeks)

→ GO HERE: pm-accelerator.com 

📧 jean@jean-kang.com for partnerships, collaborations, and speaking opportunities

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Founder & CEO

"Jean isn’t a program manager coach solely because she’s done the role. She’s a coach because she’s done both the role AND gone the extra mile to document what she’s researched and learned masterfully. 

“Jean’s the real deal, and I couldn’t recommend her more to someone questioning how to take the next step in their career."

Leadership isn’t a title.

It’s how you make people feel.

💸 Get promo ready here: https://lnkd.in/gvq4UBgW

My assistant said this to me the other day 💙

“When I talk to managers, I get the feeling they're important. 
When I talk to leaders, I get the feeling I'm important.”

And said this is how I make her feel 🥹 (best compliment ever)

Here’s what I’ve learned about leading with kindness

(and why it’s often your secret weapon for getting ahead especially if you’re eyeing a promotion)

☝🏼 Create psychological safety

↳ People can only thrive when they feel safe to speak up, ask questions, and be themselves without fear of judgment.
↳ Avoid interrupting or dismissing ideas, even if they aren’t fully formed yet
↳ Ask for feedback, “How can I support you better?” or “Do you need more clarification?”

✌🏼 Turn mistakes into learning moments

↳ Focus on “What can we learn?” instead of “Who’s at fault?”
↳ Provide specific guidance on how to avoid the same mistake (ex. “Here’s what to do next time when X happens. What do you think?”

🤟🏼 Give meaningful appreciation & recognition

↳ Get to know how each individual WANTS to be recognized (via DMs, team meeting, more flexibility etc)
↳ Create rituals, like “Win of the Week,” to make appreciation part of the culture

🖖🏼 Care deeply for their well-being

↳ Check in with team members beyond work - ask, “How are you really doing?”
↳ Normalize taking breaks by doing it yourself and encouraging others to do the same (”I don’t expect you to work after hours or on weekends”)
↳ Reinforce that they should focus on their well being > work. Say, “Hey, I know you’re sick. Cancel your meetings and transfer any open work. I’ll handle it.”

Leadership isn’t about power. It’s about people.

If you want to truly thrive in your career, and land the promotion you deserve

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Here’s a wildly valuable and completely free Promotion Readiness Calculator built by the brilliant Shivani Berry that gives you a custom report in < 2 minutes.

Here’s what it does

☝🏼 Identifies the exact lever blocking your promotion

✌🏼 Gives you detailed, actionable next steps to remove the block and bag your dream promo

💸 Get promo ready here: https://lnkd.in/gvq4UBgW

♻️ Repost if you agree & follow Jean Kang for more.

Tech Creator (400k+) & Founder | Ex-LinkedIn, Meta, Figma | Solopreneur, TEDx Speaker & LinkedIn Learning Instructor helping you build AI literacy ✨

KPI = 
Key Performance Indicators

The New Leadership
KPI
Keep people interested
Keep people informed
Keep people involved
Keep people inspired

Be the person people want to work with.

How you collaborate will define your career more than anything else.

Because let’s be real. 

No one wants to work with the person who’s genius but impossible to deal with.

Here are 6 traits that make you an invaluable teammate:

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1. Be dependable ☝🏼

↳ Follow through on what you say you'll do.
↳ Show up on time. Physically and mentally.
↳ Be the person others know they can count on.

2. Communicate like a boss ✌🏼

↳ Get to the point (lead with a headline).
↳ Keep people updated before they have to ask.
↳ Listen with the intent to understand, not just to reply.

3. Make other people’s jobs easier 🤟🏼

↳ Offer solutions vs problems.
↳ Offer help before you're asked.
↳ Share resources, knowledge, and wins.

4. Take ownership of everything (Good or bad) 🖖🏼

↳ Give credit where it’s due.
↳ Don't wait for someone else to step up. Be that person.
↳ Say this: “I dropped the ball. Here’s what happened and what I’ll do next time …”

5. Show appreciation 🖐🏼

↳ Say *thank you.* A lot.
↳ Celebrate small wins. Not just big results.
↳ Recognize someone’s effort, not just the outcomes.

People remember how you made them feel. Make them feel valued.

At the end of the day, the best career move isn’t just getting better at your job.

It’s getting better at working with people.

What’s one trait that makes someone amazing to work with? Drop it below 👇

be the person that everyone wants to work with

📣 Employees who feel appreciated will always do more than expected.

Spoiler alert: 

If they’re not growing, they’re GOING ✌🏼

I’ve left jobs where I felt undervalued, underutilized, & unsupported.

And by choosing to leave, I found myself in healthier workplaces where I was:

✅ Supported by my manager

✅ Recognized for my contributions

✅ Treated with respect and kindness

✅ Encouraged to take time off without the guilt

5 simple things to show your people you actually care:
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☝🏼1. Be personally helpful

↳ Forward a helpful article, intro them to someone who can help, or share a tool that made your life easier.

Example: “Hey, this podcast made me think of you. It has great advice for client conversations!”

✌🏼2. Connect with, not above, your people

↳ Open up about your own challenges. Ask for feedback you’ll actually use.

Example: “I’ve been feeling stretched lately too. Curious what's one thing I could do better to support you this week?”

🤟🏼3. Get curious about their life outside of work

↳ Ask about their weekend, their dog, their side project. Actually remember the details.

Example: “How was Max’s first soccer game? You looked so proud in that photo!”

🖖🏼4. Acknowledge their people

↳ Celebrate their partners, families, even friends who support them.

Example: “We’d love to see your partner at the team BBQ. Would they be open to joining us?”

🖐🏼5. Be radically transparent

↳ Honest, kind feedback beats sugarcoating every time. Truthful & transparent feedback is a gift.

↳ Try the SBI method: Situation, Behavior, Impact

Example: “In today’s meeting (S), when you interrupted Jane (B), it shifted the room's tone (I). Can we be more mindful of that next time?”

Happy employees make the best employees. Repost if you agree 🙏🏼

Repost if you agree 🙌🏼

a person who feels appreciated will always do more than expected

I quit my job after 14 days.

The culture reflected in the interview was NOT the reality of working there.

The interview process was amazing.

I was so excited to join a great company culture.

Unfortunately, I noticed 🚩red flags in my first week.

My boss started to micromanage, degrade, and control me.

The reality was that what I was told in the interview was a lie.

So many people told me that I should never leave a job under 1 year.

They said being a ‘job hopper’ would ruin my career, but I decided to own my story.

I chose to leave my job under 1 month to preserve my mental health.

In doing so, I landed better roles, greater salaries, a kind manager, and a healthy culture conducive to my growth.

Don’t let anyone shame you for leaving a job because it looks 'bad.'

Staying at a toxic job long-term destroys your mental health.

It’s okay to leave and put yourself first.
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5 questions to ask if you're in the right place 👇🏼

1/ Am I challenged?

2/ Am I learning & growing?

3/ Do I feel like I can make an impact?

4/ Do I align with the values of the company?

5/ Am I being valued & recognized for my work?

If the answers are NO, it’s time to start looking.

Because person or job is worth your mental health 💙

Repost if you believe mental health matters 🙏🏼

Image credit: Thinking Minds IG

Tech Creator (400k+) & Founder | Ex-LinkedIn, Meta, Figma | Solopreneur, TEDx Speaker & LinkedIn Learning Instructor helping you thrive at work using AI

knowing when to leave is so important. the party. the job. the relationship.

From 23 to 33, my income jumped 10x 

Looking back, here are the smartest things I did:

1/ Negotiated every offer 

Not just salary, also sign-on, PTO, title, bonus, equity, & professional development budget.

I’ll share my top negotiation tips I gave Business Insider in the comments.

2/ Approached *every* job with an ownership mentality 

I stopped being just an employee. I showed that I’m not afraid to get my hands dirty, wear different hats, and bring solutions (not just problems).

Remember, you are the CEO of your own career.

3/ Built a side hustle with a 9-5

I launched a coaching business while working FT at Figma and made +$30K in my first year.

It was proof that optionality is everything.  

4/ Invested in my personal brand 

I started posting on LinkedIn 3 years ago, and it genuinely changed my life. 

It helped me leave my tech career, replace my salary in < 1 year, and start living my dream life.

5/ Got ✨great✨ at articulating my impact

This one’s important. I learned early on that good work alone isn’t enough. What matters is whether people see it and believe it.

You need receipts. Track outcomes, tell the story behind your results, and build relationships internally. Make it so easy for people to advocate for you.

Lastly, if you’re not learning, earning, or growing in your role. 
It’s time to leave. No one can make this decision for you.

And there is a huge opportunity cost if you choose to stay at a place with no growth. 

If you’re ready to grow in your PM career: to land a strategic role, increase your impact and income, and feel confident doing it…

I help senior professionals level up their leadership and land roles they love (in big tech or not)

Want to accelerate your career?

Apply here to work with me: https://lnkd.in/d8e-JAPt

My best career advice:

At every job, you should either learn or earn. Either is fine. Both is best.

If neither, quit.

Me in my 20s:

- I want to buy a home
- I want to make 6 figures
- I want to work at big companies

Me in my 30s:

- I prioritize peace and presence
- I build products that actually help people
- I crave deep, tech-free time with the people I love

So… what changed?

After hitting my “big goals” by 27, I still felt empty.

The titles, the salary, the wins… and yet something was missing.

That’s when I realized success wasn’t about MORE.

It was about alignment.

At 33, success looks very different:

🟢 Freedom > big salary
🟢 Meaningful experiences > status
🟢 Systems that scale > constant hustle

In this new phase of my career (and life), I’m blessed to partner with companies like HighLevel.

They make it possible to:

↳ Run your entire business from 1 platform (not 5)
↳ Automate client acquisition, follow-ups, and fulfillment
↳ Replace a messy stack of tools with one system that actually works
↳ Scale without being “always on”

Whether you’re a creator or founder, the right tools give you leverage so your business supports your life (not the other way around).

We’re only a few weeks into 2026.

So here’s the real question:

What are you building now that your future self will thank you for?

It’s never too late to redefine success and design a business that gives you your life back.

🔗 Get a 30 day free trial using my link: https://lnkd.in/gVmx7R86 even get a free 1-1 call with their team)

Brand partnership • Tech Creator (400k+) & Founder | Ex-LinkedIn, Meta, Figma | Solopreneur, TEDx Speaker & LinkedIn Learning Instructor helping you build AI literacy ✨

a career is great. a meaningful life is better.

The most important decision I ever made?

Wasn’t picking the right job.

It wasn’t where I chose to live.

And it wasn’t launching a business.

It’s marrying the right person. 

I married my hubby when I was 29.

I met him a night club in SF after losing my mom to cancer and walking away from a toxic relationship.

From the start, I knew he was different because for the first time, I didn’t have to dim my light to make someone else feel strong. 

Nearly 4 years later, we’re living and building our dream life *together*

I realized that this is the single most important decision in your LIFE. 

This one decision will impact everything: your career, health, and happiness.

Choose the right life partner.

It will 90% determine your happiness or misery.

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Here are a few signs I knew he was the one:

1/ He celebrates my wins (no matter how big or small)

Whether it’s a new opportunity, a raise, or a bump in follower count, he’s my biggest cheerleader. 

When I gave my TEDx talk in Chicago, he flew out just to watch and support me 🥹
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2/ What’s important to me became important to him

These include core values, rituals, showing up for family and friends.

He didn’t need to fully understand everything right away, but he made the effort to learn what mattered to me and why.

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3/ We are open and honest with each other

We don’t play games and I finally found a partner I could have candid convos — good, bad, and ugly. We don’t have secrets and when one of us messes up, we apologize (screw the ego).

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4/ We don’t keep score

It’s not 50/50. When I have a long workday, he takes care of food, dishes, and the little things. And when he needs my support, I step in. We support because we want to, not because we have to. 

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5/ Simplest things become a treasure

Basic things become fun like Costco / Target runs, afternoon walks, or just watching Netflix in bed.
Simple moments become our happy place :) 

So blessed I got to marry my best friend (and hope you do too).

I help 32,000+ professionals build a more meaningful career & life through actionable advice, including how to use AI to thrive, not just get by.

They read and apply the 3-minute playbooks I send (most) Monday mornings.

You’ll learn:
- How to build wealth without burning out
- The strategies that helped me build a 400K+ audience
- Why most of us ask the wrong questions, and how to ask better ones
- How I went from $0 to $500K/year in under 2 years after quitting tech

🔥 BONUS: Get my LinkedIn Growth Playbook, including the exact steps I used to reach 250,000+ followers in <  2 years (all for $0). 

Join here: https://lnkd.in/eyAu4-8b

choose the right life partner. It will 90% determine your happiness or misery

AI can get you hired 🤯

My community has been LOVING this trick for standing out.

Here’s how to turn your LinkedIn profile into a ✨killer✨ personal website < 3 minutes
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1. ☝🏼 Download your LinkedIn profile as a PDF

2. ✌🏼 Go to Replit(.)com + Create App 

3. 🤟🏼 Click Design + drop in the PDF with this prompt in ChatGPT (just tag “Replit”) 
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“Create a modern, dark-mode personal website using my LinkedIn PDF. Include sections for Home, About, Experience, and Projects. Add smooth scroll navigation, a clean grid layout, my profile image, my updated headline, and space for key stats. Use a deep charcoal background with minimal neon accents. Make it look custom coded and easy to update.”

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4. Click “Start Designing.”

5. Adjust the content + layout

6. ✅ Hit publish and share live ✨ (that’s it!) 

Congrats 🥳, you’ve created a beautiful, shareable version of your story 🎊

Now here’s a bigger reason why this matters (and why vibe coding is having a moment).

While everyone’s raving over Claude Code, Cursor, Windsurf, and other “AI-first dev tools”, I personally found it intimidating as a non-technical person.

And I found Replit is one of the best places to take my genuine curiosity into an actual *tangible* product (and bring my ideas 💡 → life)

(But if you are *technical*, Replit still works with Claude Code).

I’d love to invite you to build something from zero to 1 (and see how fun it can be!)

📌 Bring your creative ideas to life here: https://lnkd.in/dNGeWji5

#ReplitPartner

Turn your LinkedIn Profile Into a Personal Website

LinkedIn search can get you *hired*

But most people are doing it wrong. 

Try this simple trick to find target roles 👇🏼

Use the *NOT* operator to find hiring posts in < 2 minutes.
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1. Go to the LinkedIn search bar
2. Paste this search:

`(TPM OR "technical program manager" OR "program manager") AND (hiring OR "we are hiring" OR "join my team") NOT (intern OR internship OR junior OR "entry level")`

1. Hit Search
2. Click Posts
3. Filter by Past week
4. Open 10 posts and comment something thoughtful
5. Connect with the poster and send a short message

Here are 3 more searches to save 📌 depending on your goals:

1. ☝🏼 Remote roles
   
  `(TPM OR "technical program manager" OR "program manager") AND (remote OR hybrid) NOT onsite NOT "5 days"`
   
2. ✌🏼 Avoid staffing posts (you want the hiring manager)
   
  `(TPM OR "technical program manager" OR "program manager") AND hiring NOT (staffing OR agency OR recruiter)`
   
3. 🤟🏼 Target mid senior scope (for strategic, higher-paying roles)
   
  `(TPM OR "technical program manager" OR "program manager") AND (lead OR "cross functional" OR roadmap) NOT (coordinator OR junior OR internship)`
   

Now, you’ve built a pipeline of hot leads 🔥

(which is way more effective than spraying + praying).

Quick tip:

Use uppercase *NOT*

Group multiple exclusions in parentheses like this:

NOT (intern OR internship OR junior OR "entry level")

Try it and tell me what comes up for you 😉

If you’ve already done this, you’re ahead of 99% of people.

Share your favorite search string in the spirit of sharing 🙏🏼

Repost to share this step by step guide 🫶

I help 32,000+ professionals build a more meaningful career & life through actionable advice, including how to use AI to thrive, not just get by.

They read and apply the 3-minute playbooks I send (most) Monday mornings.

You’ll learn:
- How to build wealth without burning out
- The strategies that helped me build a 400K+ audience
- Why most of us ask the wrong questions, and how to ask better ones
- How I went from $0 to $500K/year in under 2 years after quitting tech

🔥 BONUS: Get my LinkedIn Growth Playbook, including the exact steps I used to reach 250,000+ followers in <  2 years (all for $0). 

Join here: https://lnkd.in/eyAu4-8b

How to use LinkedIn Search to get *HIRED*

7 Korean proverbs that will change your perspective (in life and career). 

What still sticks with me from childhood to adulthood (instilled by my Dad): 

"𝙒𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚'𝙨 𝙖 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡, 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚'𝙨 𝙖 𝙬𝙖𝙮" ✨

Which one resonates with you?

📌 Share and follow Jean Kang for more.

7 Korean Proverbs That Will Change Your Perspective 

You’re gonna want to 📌 this

OpenAI shared prompt hacks by job function + work use case 🙌🏼

(and they’re REALLY good)  

Think:

- IT
- HR
- Sales
- Product
- Marketing
- Managers
- Engineering
- Customer Success

You're welcome 🤗

Dropping the link to OpenAI Academy  ⬇️ 

Learn how to use ChatGPT for any role: https://lnkd.in/gwvkduCJ

Share this with your work bestie 🫶🏼

PM roles in tech explained in 1 min 😉

Product and Program Managers sound similar, but they’re NOT the same 🙈

Watch till the end to see the difference (and see which one fits YOU best)

If you’ve been wanting to land a Program Manager role and know you can do it *really* well (without having the PM title).

That’s exactly what I’m helping professionals do :)

If you’re ready to grow in your career, to land a strategic role, increase your impact + income…

I’d love to help you level up your influence, articulate your value and land a job that you love (without needing another degree or certification)

Apply here to work with me: https://rb.gy/q08oyc

Diana YK Chan, MBA

Business Coach for 6 & 7 Figure Coaches🌟Mastermind & Retreat Facilitator🌟Top Authentic Marketing, Personal Branding & LinkedIn Expert💎UN & F500 Speaker🎤LinkedIn Top Voice & Instructor🤝13 YOE in career coaching

You’ve built something real. You’re an experienced coach or expert whose work changes people’s lives.

And now you’re ready for your next evolution — one that feels elevated, aligned, and sustainable.

Your expertise is undeniable. But your current positioning, offers, or business model still aren’t reflecting the leader you’ve become.

Maybe you’re:
👉 Rebuilding momentum after a transition
👉 Wanting consistent $20K–$80K+ months without more hours
👉 Ready to sell $5K–$100K offers with confidence
👉 Expanding into hybrid or group programs
👉 Seeking speaking, partnerships & visibility
👉 Wanting a multi-6 or 7-figure business that gives you more freedom, not less

You’re not seeking hustle.
You want a business that grows with clarity, alignment, and intentional energy.

Hi, I’m Diana YK Chan, Mastermind Retreat Facilitator, Business Growth Strategist & Premium Positioning Expert.

I help experienced coaches and experts scale to multi-6 and 7 figures by elevating their identity, positioning, and energy so they attract premium clients and grow sustainably.

My story isn’t traditional.

I grew up with the softest voice in the room, navigating identity between Hong Kong and Canada. 

Later, motherhood shifted everything again, forcing me to rebuild my business with intention, alignment and self-trust.

When I stopped hustling and started honoring my energy, everything changed.

I created multiple six-figure days, weeks & months while working 20–25 hours/week and taking 10+ weeks off — living my mantra: the more time off I take, the more I make.

It’s the transformation I help my clients create.

My clients have:
🔥 Built 6-figure businesses in under 6 months
🔥 Doubled revenue in 90 days
🔥 Scaled to multi-6 & 7 figures
🔥 Closed $10K–$100K offers
🔥 Sold out premium programs
🔥 Become LinkedIn Learning Instructors
🔥 Landed corporate speaking & brand deals

I help you:
💎 Position your brand as a category of one
💎 Package & sell premium $5K–$100K offers
💎 Scale through authenticity, invitations & connection
💎 Grow with clarity, alignment & elevated energy

My background:
🌟 Former Executive MBA Recruitment Manager — closed $12M+ in high-ticket enrollment & sold $100K+ offers in my 20s
🌟 7× UN Speaker, 500+ talks
🌟 11 LinkedIn Learning courses (200,000+ learners)
🌟 #1 Rated (2024) & Top 10 (2025) Speaker at Coaching.com
🌟 Top 20 Marketing Influencer & Top 20 LinkedIn Top Voices in Canada

If you’re ready to elevate your identity, strengthen your positioning, and scale to multi-6 or 7 figures with more ease, message me.

Executive Career Coach & Personal Branding Strategist - Coached 1000+ clients land competitive jobs

Book a consultation call: https://mymarketability.com/call

💎 𝗕𝗨𝗜𝗟𝗗 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗗. 𝗠𝗔𝗫𝗜𝗠𝗜𝗭𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗬. 𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘.

Fulfilling work is so much more than a job that you like, but is a well-defined career path that is closely aligned with your values, passions, and strengths.

My career experience and personal mission led to me to start My Marketability in 2011, to empower individuals to reclaim control of their careers and confidently move towards their future.

Since launching my career coaching practice, I’ve worked with 1000+ clients from around the world, representing 20+ industries, and countless professions in Accounting, Business Development, Communications, Digital, Data Analytics, Engineering, Finance, HR, IT, Legal, Marketing, Operations, Product, Recruiting, Sales, Supply Chain, Training and many more.

After working with me, my clients have gone on to get hired, and make more money, at renowned companies including Amazon, Apple, Google, Microsoft, LinkedIn, Deloitte, PwC, TD, RBC, Nestlé, and Pepsi to name a few.

All my clients have one thing in common, and it has helped them to be successful: A strong commitment to taking ACTION! They weren’t applying for hundreds of jobs online, and just waiting for the phone to ring. They did the work to land the job that they’re passionate about, that gives them purpose, and allows them to live to their full potential.

If you’re ready to invest in your career, I’d love to chat. DM me.

I celebrated my 15 years in business in the most “me” way. 

Dim sum.
Great conversation.
Lots of laughter.

And yes,
some of us even went for a foot massage afterward to slow down and actually enjoy the moment.

What made it special wasn’t just the food (though it was delicious with over 20 dishes😄).

It was the people who took the time to come out, show support, and celebrate this milestone with me.

I was also deeply touched by the thoughtful cards and gifts.

One that really stayed with me was two picture frames filled with photos from the events and gatherings I’ve hosted over the years.

Seeing those moments captured of the rooms, the conversations, the shared laughter, was such a powerful reminder that at the center of what I do, it’s really about connection, conversation, and impact.

As I read the cards and reflected on the conversations from the week, I noticed a common thread in how people experience me:
💖 generosity, care, and presence.

A shared belief that rest and success don’t have to be opposites - that the more rest I take, the more I make.

And a reminder that becoming a more aligned, empowered version of yourself is always possible.

After 15 years in business, one thing is very clear to me:
success is meant to be shared.

Shared over meals.
Shared in conversations.
Shared in moments where you pause, reflect, and appreciate how far you’ve come.

And if I’m being honest…
lunch followed by a foot massage might just be my new monthly ritual.
Highly recommend. 😉

Feeling incredibly grateful for the support, the presence, and the memories we created.

Here’s to celebrating the journey, not just the destination. 💛

Diana Yuen Kei Chan

Elevate Brand Authority to Close 5 & 6 Figure Deals👉Mentor to Established Coaches & Experts Ready for Premium Clients, Paid Stages & Events🌟Top Branding➕Marketing Influencer🌟7X UN Speaker🎤11 LinkedIn Learning Courses

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This is the story of stepping into your power

(It's a beautiful reminder to us all)

Dr. Jasmine Escalera is a Life Reinvention Strategist.

She helps women find clarity and courage.

But 2 years ago, she felt stuck.

She had big dreams but was confused about next steps.

Too many strategies, too much noise.

She needed answers, not more confusion.

That’s when I invited her to my Mastermind Retreat in Cancun.

"Take 5 days away with us"

She immediately said "heck yes" as she knew she needed this.

She stepped in. Five days. A new beginning.

What she found?

→ She stopped doubting herself and took action.
Surrounded by leaders, she found her voice.

→ She gained clarity in her business model.
No more chasing trends that led nowhere.

→ She built relationships that changed her life.
Not just networking, real support, real trust.

→ She learned from women she once admired.
Now, she was in the room with them.

She got the exact tools she needed.

No fluff. No wasted energy. Just results.

This wasn’t just another retreat.

For Jasmine, it was a turning point.

The kind that changes everything.

Building a business that aligns with the life she desires. 

PS: If you’re feeling like Jasmine and want to hit the reset button at my Mastermind Retreat, DM me and let's chat.

Over 80 people have already signed up to celebrate 15 years in business with me.

And that alone feels really special. 🥰

I’m celebrating the only way I know how:
by bringing people together.

Last week, we gathered in person.

This week, we’re continuing the celebration virtually.

After 15 years, here’s what I know for sure:
building a seven-figure business that lasts isn’t about chasing tactics.

It’s about building something:
🌟 aligned
🌟 sustainable
🌟 deeply rooted

During this virtual Business Growth Circle, you’ll gain:
💎 Clarity on what your next level truly requires
💎 Perspective on how believing, becoming, and building evolve as you grow
💎 A more grounded way to think about growth, money, and relationships
💎 Permission to build a business that supports your life not consumes it

This isn’t a training.
It’s a conversation.
A celebration.

And a space to reflect on what you’re building and who you’re becoming.

📌 Join me on Thursday, January 29, 12:00–1:30pm ET and come ask me anything.

👉 Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gigHXEZn

If you’d love to celebrate with us and be part of the room, I’d truly love to have you.

This month marks 15 years in business.
And I want to celebrate it with you!

Along the way, this is what’s become clear to me:
- Brand attracts.
- Relationships deepen.
- Business foundations sustain.

And identity determines what your business can actually hold.

To mark this milestone, I’m hosting a Business Growth Circle online, a space to reflect, share, and have real conversations about building a business that lasts.

Join us on Thursday, January 29, 12:00–1:30 PM ET

I’ll be sharing my journey, the highs, the lows, and the lessons that shaped how I lead today.

Plus, many of my awesome friends, peers, and clients who’ve been part of the journey will be there.

If you’re building something meaningful and want to celebrate, learn, and be in the room together, I’d love to have you join us.

RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gigHXEZn

15 Years in Business Lessons

The rooms you choose shape the year you create. ✨

Next week, I’m hosting a mastermind retreat day at a spa with a group of amazing humans to celebrate 15 years in business.

I’ll be there for 15 hours, fully present and in service, helping everyone design their best year yet.

What makes this even more special?

It all came together within one week of curating the invites.

Pure alignment, ease, and the power of relationships.

I’m intentional about the rooms I create and the rooms I enter.

Right people. 
Shared values. 
Elevated energy.

We’re gathering to slow down.
Have rich conversations.
Reflect, rest, and connect deeply.

This is how I choose to lead.
This is how I choose to build.
More rest. More success.

More rooms like this coming.

This chapter of my life is about alignment, impact, and aliveness. 

After 15 years in business, I’ve learned this:
success isn’t about doing more, it’s about building a life that can actually hold it.

My mission is clearer than ever:
to help people own their value, their voice, and their visibility with confidence.

And I’m choosing to build this life with intention.

With people I adore.

People who lift each other up, celebrate wins, and create meaningful impact together.

The more time off I take, the more I make.

And honestly? I feel like I’m just getting started.

When you’re aligned with the right clients, the work becomes richer, more expansive, and more rewarding.

Today, I want to celebrate one of those star clients and an extraordinary human.

Happy Birthday, Jackie Simon, PCC! 🎉

Jackie is a world-class certified executive leadership coach serving C-level leaders. 

She’s coached thousands of executives, built deep credibility in her field, and brings a level of depth, presence, and integrity that is truly rare.

And this past year? A powerful new chapter.

Since working together, Jackie didn’t just experience business growth, she experienced an identity shift.

✨ An immediate 3X ROI (within 6 weeks working together with async coaching)
✨ Closed the largest deal of her career (near six figures)
✨ Built a six-figure pipeline
✨ Gained crystal-clear positioning and differentiation
✨ Shows up with even more confidence, authority, and ease
✨ Doubled her revenue growth

What I admire most isn’t just the results, it’s how she stepped into them.

By owning her expertise more fully.
By valuing her work at the level it deserves.
By leading from clarity instead of hesitation.

That confidence hasn’t just elevated her business, it’s deepened the impact she creates for her executive clients.

Jackie, it’s been such a joy supporting you through this season of growth!

And I’m genuinely excited to continue building alongside you in the year ahead. 

Thank you for your trust, your generosity, and the incredibly kind way you speak about our work together.

Working with clients like you is what makes this work so meaningful. 💛

Many $200K to $500K coaches are not stuck because they lack strategy.

They are stuck because they are still operating from an outdated definition of success.

One that says:
If I am not doing it myself, it will fall apart.
If I slow down, I will lose momentum.
If I ask for support, I am getting ahead too easily.

This is the hustle mindset dressed up as ambition.

What I have seen again and again in my own journey and with my clients is this:
The leap to $1M+ does not come from more effort.
It comes from a new identity.

When I first crossed multiple $100K weeks, it looked impressive from the outside.
But internally, I was exhausted.
And despite the revenue, I could feel my growth starting to plateau.

That moment forced an honest question:
Is this the version of success I actually want to sustain?

That is when I began redefining how I lead and how I coach.

→ I stopped glorifying overwork.
→ I started designing my business around spaciousness, clarity, and premium leadership.
→ I delegated everything that did not require my voice, vision, or decision-making.
→ I invested in rooms where I was not the smartest person, but the most supported.
→ I protected my energy like it was my most valuable asset, because it is.

This is what I now refer to as “spacious success”. 

A true CEO mindset looks like this:

• You focus on high-leverage decisions, not busy work
• You build support before burnout forces you to
• You choose proximity to the right people over chasing more tactics
• You scale with calm, not chaos

This is the transformation my work is designed to create.

Scaling does not have to feel heavy.
Success does not have to cost you your health, presence, or joy.
And leadership does not require you to carry it all alone.

If this version of growth resonates with you, that is not by accident.
It usually means you are ready to lead differently. 

PS: Curious about how you can build a six-figure biz that lasts? Join me on the 29th for the Business Growth Circle. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gcTZDdbu

I see so many brilliant healers, coaches, and experts making this mistake: They are amazing at providing inspiration, but they are terrified of providing the invitation.

They have deep networking conversations, they provide massive breakthroughs on coffee calls, and they leave the other person feeling "uplifted."

But they never invite them to the next step.

I recently worked with a client—a gifted human design healer—who was stuck in this exact cycle. She was serving everyone, but her numbers didn't reflect her impact.

The shift that changed everything? Moving from "Selling as Taking" to "Selling as Serving."

When she realized that withholding her invitation was actually a disservice to the people she helped, her energy shifted instantly. She stopped focusing on the outcome and started focusing on the transformation.

The results were staggering:

→ She stopped "chasing" and started attracting.
→ She closed her biggest sales ever ($2k, then $5k).
→ She had her first record-breaking 5-figure sales week.

It felt like the easiest thing she had ever done.

When you shift from pressure to pure service, three things happen:

→ You stop gripping the sale and start trusting your value.
→ Sales calls become connection calls. The "pitch" disappears because you are simply leading a person to the solution they already need.
→ You no longer need to convince. The right people say "yes" with ease because they feel your presence, not your pressure.

Selling is leading with service. If you have the solution to someone’s problem, it is your responsibility to invite them in.

Stop just being the "inspiration" and start being the "invitation."

If you’re ready to unlock this level of ease and impact in your own sales process, I’d love to support you.

Ready to shift your energy and your results? 👇 Send me a DM and let’s talk about your next level.

Business gets better and more meaningful when you're surrounded by people who genuinely support you.

Today feels like the perfect day to celebrate someone who has done exactly that. 💛

Happy Birthday, Lisa McPhee! 🎉

Lisa, thank you for showing up to so many of the spaces I hosted last year:
✨ multiple mastermind retreat days at the spa
✨ multiple in-person lunch mixers
✨ multiple online business events

You don’t just attend rooms.
You elevate them.

Just over a year ago, multiple mutual connections said, “You two need to meet.”

A few LinkedIn DMs turned into voice notes… and we hit it off right away.

Recently, Lisa shared something that deeply moved me.
“Being in Diana’s spaces helped me own my confidence and fully step into who I am.”

What stood out most to her wasn’t just the content, it was the intentionality.

How the space is curated.
How people are personally invited.
How the conversations are elevated, honest, and real.

She said it’s hard to explain how transformational those rooms are.
 “You really have to be in the room to understand it.”

And when she shared how much it meant to receive a personal invitation,
that I reached out directly, said her name, and made her feel seen,
that’s when everything clicked.

This is the work I love.
This is how rich relationships are built.
This is what creates trust, belonging, and real transformation.

Lisa, thank you for your belief, your presence, and your unwavering support.

Wishing you the happiest birthday and a year filled with love, celebration, and everything you give coming back to you tenfold. 🎂

Grateful for you, today and always. 💫

Most content I see from coaches is aggressive, “bro-marketing” style:

→ Constantly hyping their success
→ Showing off lifestyle without context
→ Pushing “follow me or miss out” tactics

It’s exhausting. And for high-level clients, it’s ineffective.

Your audience isn’t impressed by theatrics—they want clarity, strategy, and trust.

Here’s how I market without performing or posting for the algorithm:

→ Share real-life experiences and stories. Both successes and challenges.  
→ Engage with thought provoking questions and ideas. 
→ Offer subtle invitations to join a vibrant and supportive community (DMs, retreats, mastermind rooms) instead of hard-sell posts

The result? High-value clients engage naturally, and I scale without the bro-marketing stress.

PS: Curious about how you can build a seven-figure biz that lasts? Join me on the 29th for the Business Growth Circle. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gigHXEZn

This client didn’t start the year expecting 4x growth.
She started it wondering if she could juggle business, motherhood, and a demanding job.

But she made a bold decision: to stop winging it and start leading like a CEO.

In just a few months, we:

→ Repackaged her offers and raised her rates
→ Built a summer promo that filled her calendar
→ Used simple video content to grow trust fast
→ Cleaned up her messaging to speak with clarity
→ Balanced growth with time off and real rest

The result?

✔️ 2 new high-ticket clients in one week
✔️ 5-figure month
✔️ Double her 2024 revenue already
✔️ A brand presence that finally matches her impact

Most importantly:
She believes in her business now.
And that shift changed everything.

Let this be your reminder:

✨ Confidence compounds.
✨ Rest is a strategy.
✨ And your business won’t grow if you keep playing small.

PS: Want to create results like this without the hustle?
Let’s talk. Comment “CEO” or send me a DM.

My Client Stopped Playing Small (and 4x'd Her Revenue)

Most coaches treat sales as a transactional process. Send a DM, offer a call, hope they buy. It doesn’t work.

Here’s what I do differently:

→ Humanize outreach. Stop sending automated messages. Make your leads feel seen and heard.
→ Invite-only approach. Invite prospects to exclusive events. The attendance and conversion rates are dramatically higher.
→ Host live connection experiences. People engage and commit when they feel part of a conversation.
→ Prioritize aligned sales conversations. Focus on alignment and commitment, not pushing your offer.

I’ve seen this approach work for clients scaling to seven-figure businesses. It turns the dreaded sales process into a transformational experience.

🎥 In the video, I break down each strategy and show examples from my own business.

PS: Curious about how you can build a seven-figure biz that lasts? Join me on the 29th for the Business Growth Circle. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gigHXEZn

If I gave you 100 leads today, would you know what to do with them? Most coaches don’t.

Without a system, leads get lost. They don’t convert. Trust needs to be built across multiple touch points. Research shows buyers interact with 5 to 8 touch points before buying.

Here’s my approach:

Map out all touch points: posts, DMs, calls, events

Guide leads step by step

Build trust intentionally, not randomly

I’ve helped clients implement this system and they see significantly higher conversions. Your leads are not numbers, they are relationships that need nurturing.

🎥 Watch the video to see how I structure lead nurturing systems that work.

PS: If you want to build a system that converts leads into clients consistently, join the Business Growth Circle on January 29. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gcTZDdbu

The biggest lie in business is that your best year requires more hustle.

2025 was my best year yet.
And it came from simplifying, not stacking.

I stopped chasing more - more activity, more visibility, more vanity metrics.
And doubled down on a core, relationship-driven strategy that compounds.

Less noise.
More clarity.
Higher standards.

That shift changed how I think, lead, sell.
And what I say yes (and no) to.

The result:
- best year yet
- multiple 6-figure weeks and months
- highest cash-collected months
- And more space than ever.

Not by pushing harder, but by choosing better.
I broke down the strategy in the carousel below 👇

If you’re building toward your next level and know “more” isn’t the answer, this will resonate.

How I Built My Best Year Yet

People often ask me why I run retreats instead of just coaching online or hosting virtual programs.

Here’s what I’ve learned over 15 years as a coach and entrepreneur:

True transformation happens when you are not just learning strategies, but when you are experiencing them in space that supports your growth.

As a believer of spacious successes, I want to help people design businesses aligned to their life and your values. 

And there is something magical about experiencing it in the presence of others who are also building high-level businesses.

When I host a Retreat Day or a Luxury Retreat, what I love most is witnessing the transformation that comes from being together in a room built for reflection, connection, and calm.

I have seen women arrive overstretched, unsure, or stuck in the day-to-day. And I have watched them leave:

• Clear on what they truly want to create next
• Confident in their ability to scale without sacrificing their life
• Energized by the room, by conversations, and by seeing themselves reflected in peers
• Anchored in decisions they’ve been putting off

Because unlike online programs, retreats allow space for:

• Real connection, not comments and likes
• Conversations that uncover mindset blocks and opportunities
• Clarity to emerge without force
• Energy to reset and align

This January 2026, I’m running the next Mastermind Retreat Day at GoPlace for coaches and entrepreneurs. It will be a day to step out of your inbox, out of the constant doing, and into your next level of Spacious Success.

If you feel like you’ve been running fast without pause, or if you want to experience what growth feels like when it is elegant, aligned, and spacious, DM me. I keep a few spots for people who are ready to show up fully in future events and retreats.

Because the truth is, success doesn’t have to be exhausting. It can be elegant, supported, and revealed when you create space for it.

Why do so many capable coaches struggle to sustain six-figure growth?

Because they believe more effort equals more growth.

Here’s what I’ve learned after 15 years in coaching and working with hundreds of entrepreneurs:

The problem isn’t motivation.
The problem is misaligned strategy.

The secret lies in strengthening your marketability and authority, not adding more offers or working longer hours.

Benefits of this approach include:

→ More aligned, higher-level clients
→ Clearer positioning in a crowded market
→ Growth that feels calmer and more intentional

Here’s how to think about it:

→ Growth doesn’t require urgency
→ Authority beats visibility
→ Simplicity scales better than complexity

So when you plan your next stage of growth, consider:

→ Your positioning, not just your content
→ Your systems, not just your effort
→ Your energy, not just your goals

Instead of:

→ More launches
→ More platforms
→ More noise

Try this:
→ Clear messaging
→ Strategic visibility
→ Strong foundations that hold growth

This is exactly what we’ll work through inside the January Business Growth Circle.

🗓 January 29 | 12:00 PM EST
🎯 Theme: Building a Multi Six Figure Business That Lasts

👉 Save your seat here
https://lnkd.in/gpwj5XxN

Most seven-figure businesses don’t fail because of lack of skill.

Most stall because the business becomes too complex to sustain.

This explains why so many coaches hit a plateau, even when things look “successful” from the outside.

But because growth wasn’t built intentionally, burnout, inconsistency, or frustration follows.

The consequence?

You start questioning your business instead of fixing the structure.

So how do you build a seven-figure business that actually lasts?

You slow down to scale smarter.

That’s the purpose of the Business Growth Circle—a live, intentional space for established coaches and entrepreneurs who want aligned growth.

Here are 4 ways to start thinking differently:

→ Build authority before chasing more visibility
→ Fix systems before adding more offers
→ Plan long-term instead of reacting short-term
→ Protect your energy as part of your strategy

Take time to step back and strengthen your foundation—and you unlock growth that feels stable, not stressful.

🗓 January 29 | 12:00 PM EST
Business Growth Circle: Building a Seven Figure Business That Lasts

👉 Join the circle here
https://lnkd.in/gigHXEZn

When I first started my business, I wanted to do everything for everyone. 

I was on every platform, every type of offer, and working 50–60 hour weeks. 

The result?

Exhaustion and inconsistent revenue.

My breakthrough came when I simplified my approach. I committed to one audience, one core offer, and one channel for 90 days. 

That focused energy amplified results.

If you are a coach or entrepreneur feeling scattered, ask yourself: 
→ Where am I spreading my energy too thin? 
→ What one thing could I double down on this quarter to get consistent growth?

🎥 Watch the video to see how I use the one-one-one rule to go from hustle to strategic CEO and consistent results.

PS: Curious about how you can build a six-figure biz that lasts? Join me on the 29th for the Business Growth Circle. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gigHXEZn

Long before I was a business coach, I was the first and only corporate recruiter for Google in Toronto. 

My mission? To double their digital sales workforce in a single year.

In Q4 of 2011, I hit the highest number of hires globally. I was sourcing Account Executives, Strategic Partner Managers, and Analytical Leads—the Top 1% of talent.

But here is the secret: I wasn’t just "filling roles." I was building business cases.

To succeed at that level, I had to serve two "clients" simultaneously:
→ The Business: I had to listen deeply to Google’s needs, investigating the gaps in their teams to understand the exact type of leader they required.
→ The Candidate: I had to get to know the human behind the resume. I listened to their stories, their fears, and their true potential.

I was more of a strategic advisor than a middleman. 

I had to build a business case for why a specific recruit was the missing piece of the puzzle, and I had to sell that recruit on why Google was the right home for their brilliance.

The result? I hired a team of 7 for Quebec in record time (less than 3 months) and closed high-level roles in as little as 2 weeks.

I didn't do this through "automated scripts." I did it through Relationship-First Sourcing.

This is the exact same philosophy I use today in my business coaching. Whether you are selling a $50k consulting package or a $100k leadership program, the principles are the same:

→ Listen more than you speak. You cannot build a business case if you don't understand the pain points.
→ Serve the relationship, not the transaction. People don't buy "offers"; they buy into visions and trust.
→ Advocate for value. Your job is to help your client see the possibility of who they can become.

My time at Google taught me that when you lead with heart, investigation, and strategic positioning, the "sale" becomes a natural evolution of a conversation.

This is the "Diana Effect." It’s how I help my clients scale to $40K and $80K months without ever losing the human touch.

If you’re ready to stop "sourcing leads" and start building a high-level network that grows with you, send me a DM. I’d love to help you!

I’m hosting my next Business Growth Circle on January 29th. We will be diving into how to use your story and your relationships to build a 7-figure business that lasts.

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