It’s the call no one sees coming.

One minute, you’re leading departments, signing off on budgets, and shaping the direction of your company. And next? You’re holding a termination letter, shaking hands in a HR office, and wondering how the hell to explain it to your family, and your LinkedIn network.

Being let go from a high-profile role hits hard. The blow isn’t just professional—it’s personal. You gave it your all. You were the brand. And now you’re out, navigating a suddenly unfamiliar job market with a shiny resume, a bruised ego, and no roadmap.

Displaced Executives Can Reclaim Their Career Power

At Handshake in Heels, I help high-performing executives turn their exit into their comeback.

I’m Not Just a Recruiter. I’m a Strategist.

Most talent and recruiting firms focus only on filling jobs. That’s not me.

Handshake in Heels partners with displaced senior leaders to strategically position you for your next opportunity, whether that’s a C-suite role, board seat, fractional gig, or pivot into consulting. My approach is personal, bold, and built for today’s talent market.

I get it: you’re used to running the hiring process, not being on the receiving end of it. That’s why my method is designed to restore your confidence while building your visibility, credibility, and clarity around what’s next.

Here’s How I Can Help Executives Like You

Brand Clarity & Market Positioning
I’ll help you refine your value proposition, eliminate resume fluff, and zero in on what makes you actually marketable in this economy. You’ll stop selling your past and start selling your future impact.

Targeted Opportunity Matching
I’ll leverage my network and insights to align you with real opportunities that match your skills, leadership style, and goals. Whether you want stability, a challenge, or a fresh start, I’ll help you get clear and connected.

Fractional, Interim, and Consulting Pathways
Maybe your next role isn’t full-time. Maybe you want more flexibility or to build a portfolio career. I work with companies seeking experienced execs for short-term firepower, strategic initiatives, or transition leadership.

Recruiter Partnership, Without the Ego
Let’s be real: a lot of recruiting agencies don’t know how to work with senior-level talent. I do. I speak your language, respect your background, and know how to position you in high-stakes hiring conversations. I’m not here to coddle or give you false hope, I’m here to move with you.

Why Executives Choose Me Post-Layoff

• I understand discretion. We don’t blast your resume. We make thoughtful, intentional introductions.
• I have experience placing specialized executives. I know niche industries and how to navigate them.
• I’ve been on the other side. I was once let go from my corporate role without warning and now I’m a business owner. I understand the risk, pressure, and reinvention that comes with transition.

Bottom Line: Your Career Isn’t Over. It’s Evolving.

Losing a role—especially a high-profile one—doesn’t define you. What you do next does. Handshake in Heels helps you take control of that next step—with strategy, support, and the kind of no-BS career advice most execs wish they had sooner.

Let’s write your comeback story.

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Ready to talk?
I offer confidential consultations for displaced executives and senior leaders exploring their next move. Reach out directly or visit www.handshakeinheels.com to learn more.