Start small,
create something big
Just Start is a 6-week cohort for curious souls who want to make a career pivot, without walking away from the stability they’ve
worked hard to build.
When the rules of work change, it’s time we change with them.
There’s no doubt that work feels shaky right now—layoffs, AI, and rising pressure to perform have left you feeling undervalued, and unsure what’s next.
After years of climbing the corporate ladder and doing “what you were supposed to do”, you wonder why you’ve been working so hard for something you don’t even want.
You don’t want to start over but you also can’t ignore the pull toward a different way to work—an easeful life full of impact, schedule flexibility, and freedom.
The good news is: you don’t have to choose one thing. You can start small, experiment, and create a career that fits you.
In this program, you’ll launch a mini career experiment alongside others exploring their next step. By the end of 6 weeks, you’ll build momentum, get clarity, and walk away with an aligned 1-year roadmap.
You’re curious, creative, and multi-dimensional.
You also have a million ideas of what you could do, which makes it’s hard to decide which path feels right.
And, while you want work that has meaning, you fall victim to scrolling on LinkedIn, applying to the same jobs you’ve held before because of the paycheck or because you don’t know anyone else choosing something different.
Together, we’ll tackle three key pieces:
Your idea: How to choose a high potential mini career experiment that aligns with your unique interests and skills
Your finances: What you need to feel secure and confident now and later (if this experiment were to grow into something more)
Your time: How you’ll fit experimentation into your schedule
Along the way you’ll also build ties with others choosing to re-write their careers in a way that works for them.
This program is for you if…
You’re working a full-time job where you’ve been feeling undervalued and complacent or you’ve recently left and have space to think about how you pivot
You’re a curious, creative, multi-dimensional (and sometimes indecisive) human who doesn’t fit neatly into one box
You want to find work that’s meaningful but find yourself applying to similar roles you’ve carried in the past
You’ve either been spinning on lots of ideas or don’t have a fully formed one but are ready to take action
You have lots of skills, interests, and ideas but aren’t sure how to package them in a way that’s compelling
You want support and accountability from a community of other people carving their own paths and those who have already made the leap into what you want next
You want to build confidence to DO THE THING!
“Since we last spoke, I’ve taken on 2 clients! You were a huge expander for me in realizing work doesn’t have to be just one thing.”
— LinkedIn connection who wanted to try health coaching but felt a sense of imposter syndrome
The details
We’ll meet weekly over ~6 weeks. The inaugural beta cohort of Just Start will begin Friday, October 10. The sessions include:
(2) 1:1 career strategy meetings with Maggie
6 weekly group community calls (with lessons)
1 guest speaker Q&A session
Matched with an accountability buddy
1:1 weekday voice note support during the program and thru the end of 2025
Lifetime access to your cohort via a community in Slack
Weekly exercises, challenges and homework to support your growth
An in-person celebration event for those in NYC
Cost: $499
I’m offering this program at 50% off (normally $999) since this is the first time I’m running it. with limited spots available.
“I’ve gained so much clarity about my strengths, values, and next steps, and I feel much more confident moving forward.”
— Former 1:1 Coaching Client | Lawyer turned Data Analyst
The itinerary
Week 1: How you uniquely show up in the world
Week 2: Design your experiment workshop
Week 3: How to package your unique skills and interests into a compelling offer
Week 4: How to prioritize experimenting alongside your job (and life!)
Week 5: Build a financial bridge: where you are now vs where you want to go
Week 6: Create your 1 year roadmap to a fulfilling, freedom-based career
Guest speaker: To be chosen and slotted into the schedule based on the group’s wants and needs!
What you’ll takeaway
Clarity on your unique strengths and personal positioning
A live experiment you can iterate on beyond the life of this program
A financial game plan that you feel confident in how to turn your experiment into a full-time offer
An aligned 1-year career roadmap
Connection and belonging to others walking non-traditional career paths
What others are saying:
“Since we last spoke, I’ve taken on 2 clients! You were a huge expander for me in realizing work doesn’t have to be just one thing.” —Rachel
“I’ve gained so much clarity about my strengths, values, and next steps, and I feel much more confident moving forward.” —Muze
Feedback from my teaching:
“It’s super rare to find virtual workshops now-a-days that are actually useful and mentally stimulating. This was the perfect balance of learnings, encouragement and motivation.” —Jess
“I think it was great! I've never really been taught how to think like a business-minded person and this workshop gave me a whole knew perspective on how to look at my skills and passions and perhaps leverage them, or at least experiment as Maggie said :) Thank you!” —Kata
What you get:
(2) 1:1 career strategy meetings with Maggie
6 weekly group community calls (with lessons)
1 guest speaker Q&A session
Matched with an accountability buddy
1:1 weekday voice note support during the program and thru the end of 2025
Lifetime access to your cohort via a community in Slack
Weekly exercises, challenges and homework to support your growth
An in-person celebration event for those in NYC
Bonus: 50% off this pilot round ($999 for future cohorts)
Cost: $499
-
Just Start is for curious, multi-passionate people who want to pivot their career, without walking away from the stability they’ve built.
You’re likely in corporate full-time or have recently left or been laid off. You know you want to make a change and may have started dabbling with ideas already or are stuck spinning your wheels but ready to take action.
If that sounds like you, then I welcome you to join! -
That’s ok! I’ll send out recordings of each session. However, I’d love for you to be there live for the majority of them!
-
All sessions will be hosted on Zoom so need to be in NYC! If you are in NY, I’ll plan a fun celebration event for us that are interested. If there are other people where you live in the program, you’re welcome to host something together!
FAQ
-
Nope! You just need curiosity and openness to the process.
-
Yes! If you’d like, you can pay in two installments, please email me at m@maggie-blackburn.com to let me know.
-
I currently work with my business coach Jenni Gritters,. I’ve previously been coached by Alona Shaked, have taken Maya Grossman’s course on promotion, and Mallory Contois’ course on community-building. I’m planning to undergo IPEC Fundamental Coaching Training in November.
I also constantly invest in my own personal growth through free and paid resources on mindset, business, marketing, sales, accountability, motivation, psychology and more.
The magic happens when you combine 1:1 support with a community that keeps you inspired and accountable
As someone who has navigated the messiness of quitting my corporate job, navigating a career pivot into a totally different field, and invested thousands of dollars on programs and coaches, I’ve done the work. I’ve made mistakes. I’ve navigated heavy emotions tied to money, worthiness, and everything in between.
By joining this program, you’ll be connected with an incredible group of others taking action toward their dreams, but you’ll also have direct 1:1 support.
I’ll be in your corner providing tangible feedback whether it be on your marketing strategy, offers, or just brainstorming ideas together.
The nitty gritty details
We’ll meet weekly over 6 weeks with 1 break in the middle to give you space to implement, and you’ll also have 1:1 access to me through the end of 2025.
(2) 1:1 career strategy meetings with Maggie: These can be set up whenever you’d like and 100% customized to you
6 weekly group community calls (with lessons): 50% prepared content, 50% time to discuss live
1 guest speaker Q&A session: We’ll talk with another women who’s charted her own path, and you’ll be able to ask her questions!
Matched with an accountability buddy: I’ll match you with someone in the program I think could be a good fit, and you can check in with each other throughout the program and beyond.
1:1 weekday voice note support during the program and thru the end of 2025: Think of having me in your pocket. Whether you need feedback on marketing (I have 10 years of corporate marketing experience), working through your next step, or something else, I’ll be here alongside you.
Lifetime access to your cohort via a community in Slack: A place for you to find resources, ask questions, and share what’s on your mind.
Weekly exercises, challenges and homework to support your growth: These will give you a chance to reflect and keep up the momentum between sessions.
An in-person celebration event for those in NYC: Meeting in person is the best. For those of us who are in NYC, let’s gather!
Bonus - Shaping this program for the future: By being part of this beta, you’re giving me feedback on how to make this better for the future.
Cost: $499
I’m offering this program at 50% off (normally $999) since this is the first time I’m running it.
-
Just Start is for curious, multi-passionate people who want to pivot their career, without walking away from the stability they’ve built.
You’re likely in corporate full-time or have recently left or been laid off. You know you want to make a change and may have started dabbling with ideas already or are stuck spinning your wheels but ready to take action.
If that sounds like you, then I welcome you to join! -
Typically we will meet on Friday mornings at 9:00am PT / 12:00pm ET. If you cannot make them live, you’ll get the recording! To request a full list of dates, email m@maggie-blackburn.com.
-
The plan is to offer this program 2-3x per year with the next cohort being sometime in early 2026. Since this is the first cohort, and I want feedback, this is the lowest price you’ll get.
FAQ
-
These are self-scheduled and be scheduled at the start of the program through the rest of 2025. I take 1:1 clients on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays via Zoom.
-
Please email m@maggie-blackburn.com if you’d like to split up your payments.
-
Please email me at m@maggie-blackburn.com or set up a 15 min Q&A call here.
When the rules of work change, it’s time we change with them.
If you’re ready to free yourself from a way of working that doesn’t fit who you are anymore, this program is for you, and I’d love to have you in it.
Join me on this adventure!
Hello, I’m Maggie! If you don’t know me already, I’ve pivoted my career from Consulting to Product Marketing to a portfolio career. I host events, plan retreats, host on Airbnb, and help others build a fulfilling career and life.
When I was in corporate, I struggled trying to figure out what I wanted to do next. After I started experimenting, it gave me the confidence I needed to do bigger things, like buy a house, quit my job, start a business, and launch this cohort.
I’d love to share my learnings and for us to build something of your own, together.
What others are saying:
“Since we last spoke, I’ve taken on 2 clients! You were a huge expander for me in realizing work doesn’t have to be just one thing.” —Rachel
“I’ve gained so much clarity about my strengths, values, and next steps, and I feel much more confident moving forward.” —Muze
Feedback from my teaching:
“It’s super rare to find virtual workshops now-a-days that are actually useful and mentally stimulating. This was the perfect balance of learnings, encouragement and motivation.” —Jess
“I think it was great! I've never really been taught how to think like a business-minded person and this workshop gave me a whole knew perspective on how to look at my skills and passions and perhaps leverage them, or at least experiment as Maggie said :) Thank you!” —Kata
Still have questions?
Join my career pivot AMA on October 1st!