Real people, real transformations, real economic mobility
*Individual results may vary.
We offer a proven solution grounded in business strategy, social impact, and lived experience.
“I knew how to lead. I just didn’t know how to say it outside the Army.
DW&A helped me rewrite my story — from military HR to civilian talent strategy.
Same skills. New language.
That’s the power of positioning.”
“I used to answer questions in interviews. DW&A taught me how to own the room.
I used the Interview Accelerator™ to negotiate a $30K raise and move into a Commercial Manager role.
Now I’m not just contributing. I’m leading — on my terms.”
“College taught me theory. DW&A taught me execution.
I learned how to break down job descriptions, align my strengths, and show up like the solution — not the applicant.
I negotiated more, faster, and with confidence.
It wasn’t about being qualified. It was about being undeniable.”
“Change was coming — and our team wasn’t ready.
Dr. Dana built a knowledge transfer strategy that empowered us to lead through it.
Personally, she helped me prepare for a new level of leadership.
I don’t just manage projects now. I lead change.”
“I thought I had to start small. Pay dues. Wait my turn.
DW&A taught me that strategy beats seniority. I learned how to turn my personality into my positioning.
I landed a job two weeks after graduation — and I’ve been promoted every year since.
I didn’t just start a career. I started leading.”
“I was good at my work — but invisible at the executive level.
DW&A taught me how to communicate impact, not just data.
I got seen. I got promoted. Again and again.
Five promotions in seven years. Because I finally owned the value I was creating.”
“I used to spend hours researching companies before a pitch — and still felt unsure.
DW&A’s Company Research Accelerator changed the game.
Dr. Dana gave me a playbook. What to look for, where to find it, and how to speak to it.
I went from scattered prep to surgical precision.”
“I didn’t think negotiation applied to me. I thought just being good was enough.
DW&A showed me the numbers — and showed me how to change mine.
I learned to research, advocate, and command my value.
I didn’t just get a 40% raise. I stopped shrinking.”Thanks to DW&A, I learned how to conduct market research and determine that I was being underpaid.
I also learned salary negotiation tactics. I was able to increase my salary by over 40%.
“I had the degree. I had the experience. But I couldn’t translate it.
DW&A taught me how to reposition my story for a private-sector world — and how to negotiate like I belonged.
I moved into energy and tripled my salary in four years.
Government to global industry — all because I learned to move with strategy, not just hope.”
“One hour with Dr. Dana reframed everything.
I came in uncertain. I left with a message, a strategy, and a voice I finally trusted.
When you learn to say who you are — with power — the world listens.”
“I had a 28-page CV and no idea how to compete in the private sector.
DW&A cut the noise. Two pages. Tight message. Clear brand.
I beat out over 200 applicants.
I didn’t have to change careers — I just had to learn how to sell my brilliance.”
“Before DW&A, I didn’t know how to talk about who I was — or why it mattered.
Dr. Dana didn’t just give me a personality test. She showed me how to use it like a compass.
I walked into interviews more self-aware, more confident, and more in control.
I didn’t just get a job. I claimed my space.”
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Disclaimer: The DW&A Career Transformation Accelerator
has supported clients in achieving significant outcomes, including salary increases of $35,000 or more. However, results are not guaranteed and vary based on individual factors such as professional background, engagement level, market dynamics, and application of program strategies.
