From Burnout
To Breakthrough.
You've worked hard, you've achieved all that you set out to - and something still feels off. Cheryl finds purpose in helping ambitious women reconnect with their voice, confidence, and clarity so they can design a life they actually love.
By application only. New client openings available each quarter.
Trusted By
Women who were ready for their next chapter.
Clients in enterprise tech, SaaS, sales leadership, and services — at every stage from early career to executive reinvention.
"Cheryl is a leader I look up to."
— Rachel, Talent Aquisition Leader"Too many excellent qualities to name here, and rarely found in one person. I am grateful of all I leaned in working with cheryl."
— Courtney, Design Executive"I'd reccomend her, and work with her again, under any circumstances."
— Becky, Operations ExecutiveA track record built on real results.
Nearly three decades of doing the work — in boardrooms, on sales floors, and in her own life.
leaders second.
Real results.
If this sounds like you, you're in the right place.
This work is for ambitious, thoughtful women who are done settling — and ready to build something that actually feels right.
See if it's a fit
I've lived the burnout.
Now I guide others through it.
I'm Cheryl Donahue — career sales executive, mentor, wellness advocate, and coach for women who are ready for their next chapter.
After 27 years of leadership, two company exits, a breast cancer diagnosis, and my own burnout and reinvention, I understand the cost of chasing success without a compass. I've rebuilt from the inside out — and I help other women do the same.
My approach blends executive strategy with real human warmth. No fluff, no generic playbooks — just clarity, honesty, and a "we'll figure this out together" mindset.
Read my full storyStructured support. Real results.
Every engagement starts with clarity — about who you are now, what you truly want, and what's been getting in the way.
Clarity & Context
We start by understanding where you are — your patterns, your pain points, your goals. No assumptions, no generic templates.
Reconnect & Realign
Together we uncover what lights you up, rebuild confidence, and design a vision for your next chapter that actually fits your life.
Move & Momentum
We build a personalized roadmap, create accountability, and keep moving — with honest, compassionate support at every step.
Choose the support that fits where you are.
From a single breakthrough session to a deep private advisory engagement — there's a right place to start.
Private Coaching
Break through limiting beliefs, reconnect with your purpose, and build a personalized roadmap forward — in a safe, focused container.
Women in Tech & Sales
Navigate male-dominated industries with 27 years of enterprise sales and revenue leadership behind you. Plan your next move with confidence.
Executive Advisory
High-level strategy meets personal evolution. For senior leaders who need more than a coach — they need a trusted partner.
Book a single Clarity Session — no commitment required. One focused conversation can change everything.
What women say about working with Cheryl.
Real words from real clients — in tech, sales, leadership, and life.
"For the first time in years, I feel like I know exactly where I'm going — and I'm excited about it. Cheryl helped me see what I'd been missing all along."Rena Anaya Sales Executive
"I came in thinking I needed a career coach. What I got was so much more. The clarity, the confidence, the permission to want more — it changed everything."Sara Johnson Marketing Director
"Cheryl has been in the room. She knows the pressures, the politics, the burnout. She's not guessing — she's been there, and that makes all the difference."Debby Schmidt Chief Human Resources Officer
Honest conversations about burnout, growth & life.
Insights, reflections, and practical perspective for ambitious women navigating big transitions.
The 5 Signs You're Closer to Burnout Than You Think
Overachievers are the last to admit exhaustion. Here's how to spot the warning signs before they become a full stop.
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Why High-Achieving Women Stay Stuck (And How to Finally Move)
The traits that made you successful can also keep you from making the changes you know you need.
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Designing a Life You Love After You've "Made It"
Having it all doesn't always mean feeling it all. How to reconnect with what matters most at any stage.
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No pressure, no pitch. Just a real conversation about where you are, what you want, and whether working together makes sense.