Career Advisory Services for Life’s Pivots

Advisory for high-achieving professionals, graduates, and entrepreneurs navigating pivots, promotions, or purposeful reinvention.

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Life is not a straight line.

The most rewarding paths are those that require the most nerve…

...and the willingness to veer purposefully off course

25

Years of Consulting

5

Businesses Founded

4

Successful Career Pivots

100+

Professionals Helped

Meet Christel MacLean

Decade on Wall Street, serial entrepreneur, Executive Director, and career coach with 25 years experience.

Meet Christel MacLean

Decade on Wall Street, serial entrepreneur, Executive Director, and career coach with 25 years experience.

Meet Christel MacLean

Decade on Wall Street, serial entrepreneur, Executive Director, and career coach with 25 years experience.

About Christel

I've had four completely different careers—Investment Banking, Serial Entrepreneurship, Career Coaching, and Non-Profit Executive Management. I help professionals make the same bold pivots I've made, successfully.

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The Wall Street Years

Ten years on Wall Street at Goldman Sachs, Salomon Brothers, and AIG. Built financial models for IPOs and mergers, structured billion-dollar real estate deals, and managed strategic planning at the division level. This foundation taught me how high-stakes decisions get made and how to negotiate from a position of strength.

Building Businesses

Education & Credentials

How I Work With Clients

Core Philosophy

Life is not a straight line. The most rewarding paths require nerve and willingness to veer purposefully off course.

Outside of Work

When not advising clients, I'm in the kitchen experimenting with new recipes or spending time with my family. After decades in hospitality, cooking and entertaining remains one of my greatest joys. My curved-line career taught me that the best decisions often come from trusting your instincts and staying open to unexpected paths.

Testimonials

"Curved Line Living is such an inspiration for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. I highly value the advice, insight, and guidance this workshop provided, which holds true for being ambitious and strategic in any career."
E. Johnston
New York, NY
"The seminar was without a doubt one of the most valuable sessions I have ever had. I loved the perspective that it doesn’t matter how well competitors do, but that it matters more that you do the best you possibly can. That insight really spoke to me because it made me feel much more comfortable with my own abilities."
R. Dance
New York, NY
"Your career search advice was invaluable, and since then I have marched forward with the utmost confidence in my job search. My newly found optimism in the whole experience has resulted in increasingly more job interviews."
R. Beaton
New York, NY
"Curved Line Living is such an inspiration for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. I highly value the advice, insight, and guidance this workshop provided, which holds true for being ambitious and strategic in any career."
E. Johnston
New York, NY
"The seminar was without a doubt one of the most valuable sessions I have ever had. I loved the perspective that it doesn’t matter how well competitors do, but that it matters more that you do the best you possibly can. That insight really spoke to me because it made me feel much more comfortable with my own abilities."
R. Dance
New York, NY
"Your career search advice was invaluable, and since then I have marched forward with the utmost confidence in my job search. My newly found optimism in the whole experience has resulted in increasingly more job interviews."
R. Beaton
New York, NY
"Curved Line Living is such an inspiration for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. I highly value the advice, insight, and guidance this workshop provided, which holds true for being ambitious and strategic in any career."
E. Johnston
New York, NY
"The seminar was without a doubt one of the most valuable sessions I have ever had. I loved the perspective that it doesn’t matter how well competitors do, but that it matters more that you do the best you possibly can. That insight really spoke to me because it made me feel much more comfortable with my own abilities."
R. Dance
New York, NY
"Your career search advice was invaluable, and since then I have marched forward with the utmost confidence in my job search. My newly found optimism in the whole experience has resulted in increasingly more job interviews."
R. Beaton
New York, NY
"Curved Line Living is such an inspiration for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. I highly value the advice, insight, and guidance this workshop provided, which holds true for being ambitious and strategic in any career."
E. Johnston
New York, NY
"The seminar was without a doubt one of the most valuable sessions I have ever had. I loved the perspective that it doesn’t matter how well competitors do, but that it matters more that you do the best you possibly can. That insight really spoke to me because it made me feel much more comfortable with my own abilities."
R. Dance
New York, NY
"Your career search advice was invaluable, and since then I have marched forward with the utmost confidence in my job search. My newly found optimism in the whole experience has resulted in increasingly more job interviews."
R. Beaton
New York, NY

"Curved Line Living is such an inspiration for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. I highly value the advice, insight, and guidance this workshop provided, which holds true for being ambitious and strategic in any career."
E. Johnston
New York, NY
"The seminar was without a doubt one of the most valuable sessions I have ever had. I loved the perspective that it doesn’t matter how well competitors do, but that it matters more that you do the best you possibly can. That insight really spoke to me because it made me feel much more comfortable with my own abilities."
R. Dance
New York, NY
"Your career search advice was invaluable, and since then I have marched forward with the utmost confidence in my job search. My newly found optimism in the whole experience has resulted in increasingly more job interviews."
R. Beaton
New York, NY
"Curved Line Living is such an inspiration for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. I highly value the advice, insight, and guidance this workshop provided, which holds true for being ambitious and strategic in any career."
E. Johnston
New York, NY
"The seminar was without a doubt one of the most valuable sessions I have ever had. I loved the perspective that it doesn’t matter how well competitors do, but that it matters more that you do the best you possibly can. That insight really spoke to me because it made me feel much more comfortable with my own abilities."
R. Dance
New York, NY
"Your career search advice was invaluable, and since then I have marched forward with the utmost confidence in my job search. My newly found optimism in the whole experience has resulted in increasingly more job interviews."
R. Beaton
New York, NY
"Curved Line Living is such an inspiration for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. I highly value the advice, insight, and guidance this workshop provided, which holds true for being ambitious and strategic in any career."
E. Johnston
New York, NY
"The seminar was without a doubt one of the most valuable sessions I have ever had. I loved the perspective that it doesn’t matter how well competitors do, but that it matters more that you do the best you possibly can. That insight really spoke to me because it made me feel much more comfortable with my own abilities."
R. Dance
New York, NY
"Your career search advice was invaluable, and since then I have marched forward with the utmost confidence in my job search. My newly found optimism in the whole experience has resulted in increasingly more job interviews."
R. Beaton
New York, NY
"Curved Line Living is such an inspiration for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. I highly value the advice, insight, and guidance this workshop provided, which holds true for being ambitious and strategic in any career."
E. Johnston
New York, NY
"The seminar was without a doubt one of the most valuable sessions I have ever had. I loved the perspective that it doesn’t matter how well competitors do, but that it matters more that you do the best you possibly can. That insight really spoke to me because it made me feel much more comfortable with my own abilities."
R. Dance
New York, NY
"Your career search advice was invaluable, and since then I have marched forward with the utmost confidence in my job search. My newly found optimism in the whole experience has resulted in increasingly more job interviews."
R. Beaton
New York, NY

"Curved Line Living is such an inspiration for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. I highly value the advice, insight, and guidance this workshop provided, which holds true for being ambitious and strategic in any career."
E. Johnston
New York, NY
"The seminar was without a doubt one of the most valuable sessions I have ever had. I loved the perspective that it doesn’t matter how well competitors do, but that it matters more that you do the best you possibly can. That insight really spoke to me because it made me feel much more comfortable with my own abilities."
R. Dance
New York, NY
"Your career search advice was invaluable, and since then I have marched forward with the utmost confidence in my job search. My newly found optimism in the whole experience has resulted in increasingly more job interviews."
R. Beaton
New York, NY
"Curved Line Living is such an inspiration for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. I highly value the advice, insight, and guidance this workshop provided, which holds true for being ambitious and strategic in any career."
E. Johnston
New York, NY
"The seminar was without a doubt one of the most valuable sessions I have ever had. I loved the perspective that it doesn’t matter how well competitors do, but that it matters more that you do the best you possibly can. That insight really spoke to me because it made me feel much more comfortable with my own abilities."
R. Dance
New York, NY
"Your career search advice was invaluable, and since then I have marched forward with the utmost confidence in my job search. My newly found optimism in the whole experience has resulted in increasingly more job interviews."
R. Beaton
New York, NY
"Curved Line Living is such an inspiration for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. I highly value the advice, insight, and guidance this workshop provided, which holds true for being ambitious and strategic in any career."
E. Johnston
New York, NY
"The seminar was without a doubt one of the most valuable sessions I have ever had. I loved the perspective that it doesn’t matter how well competitors do, but that it matters more that you do the best you possibly can. That insight really spoke to me because it made me feel much more comfortable with my own abilities."
R. Dance
New York, NY
"Your career search advice was invaluable, and since then I have marched forward with the utmost confidence in my job search. My newly found optimism in the whole experience has resulted in increasingly more job interviews."
R. Beaton
New York, NY
"Curved Line Living is such an inspiration for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. I highly value the advice, insight, and guidance this workshop provided, which holds true for being ambitious and strategic in any career."
E. Johnston
New York, NY
"The seminar was without a doubt one of the most valuable sessions I have ever had. I loved the perspective that it doesn’t matter how well competitors do, but that it matters more that you do the best you possibly can. That insight really spoke to me because it made me feel much more comfortable with my own abilities."
R. Dance
New York, NY
"Your career search advice was invaluable, and since then I have marched forward with the utmost confidence in my job search. My newly found optimism in the whole experience has resulted in increasingly more job interviews."
R. Beaton
New York, NY

Your Next Strategic Move

Advisory services that turn confusion into a clear, confident action plan, built on evidence and sustainable movement.

Career Positioning Diagnostic | $500

One focused session to turn confusion into a 7-day plan.

Pivot Sprint (4 Weeks) | $2000

From stuck to moving. Live pipeline, rehearsal, weekly momentum.

Pivot Sprint (4 Weeks) | $2000

From stuck to moving. Live pipeline, rehearsal, weekly momentum.

Unicorn Path Accelerator (12 Weeks) | $6000

Full pivot support: deeper narrative work, interview prep, negotiation strategy.

Unicorn Path Accelerator (12 Weeks) | $6000

Full pivot support: deeper narrative work, interview prep, negotiation strategy.

Fearless Entrepreneurship | Curated Plan

For aspiring or early-stage entrepreneurs ready to launch.

Fearless Entrepreneurship | Curated Plan

For aspiring or early-stage entrepreneurs ready to launch.

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Corporate and group consulting services also available (inquire below)

How This Works

1. Call

Book a Free Consultation

Use the contact form below. We'll discuss where you're stuck, what you're trying to accomplish, and whether strategic guidance would actually help. I'll recommend an approach based on your timeline, budget, and goals.

2. Strategy

Strategic Deep Dive

We start by getting crystal clear on your positioning and targets. You'll leave our initial working sessions with a concrete plan: who to talk to, what to say, and how to sequence your outreach. This foundation is essential whether we work together for two weeks or three months.

3. Execution

Ongoing Execution & Accountability

Most people need support beyond strategy. Weekly sessions keep you moving: we review what's working, adjust what's not, rehearse for upcoming conversations, and prepare your negotiation. Progress becomes visible through metrics that matter—calls booked, interviews happening, offers received.

Let's Talk About Your Next Move

Whether you're considering a pivot, stuck in your current role, or ready to start something new, the first step is a conversation. Reach out for your free consultation.

christelmac2020@gmail.com

(212) 729-8055

Career Advisory based in New York City. I work with clients globally via video calls.

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Homepage

About

Services

Process

Contact

Made by Design with quinn

Life is not a straight line.

Life is not a straight line.

25

5

4

100+

Meet Christel MacLean

Meet Christel MacLean

Meet Christel MacLean

About Christel

Request Consultation

The Wall Street Years

Building Businesses

Education & Credentials

How I Work With Clients

Core Philosophy

Outside of Work

Testimonials

Testimonials

"Curved Line Living is such an inspiration for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. I highly value the advice, insight, and guidance this workshop provided, which holds true for being ambitious and strategic in any career."

"Your career search advice was invaluable, and since then I have marched forward with the utmost confidence in my job search. My newly found optimism in the whole experience has resulted in increasingly more job interviews."

"Curved Line Living is such an inspiration for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. I highly value the advice, insight, and guidance this workshop provided, which holds true for being ambitious and strategic in any career."

"Your career search advice was invaluable, and since then I have marched forward with the utmost confidence in my job search. My newly found optimism in the whole experience has resulted in increasingly more job interviews."

"Curved Line Living is such an inspiration for young, aspiring entrepreneurs. I highly value the advice, insight, and guidance this workshop provided, which holds true for being ambitious and strategic in any career."

"Your career search advice was invaluable, and since then I have marched forward with the utmost confidence in my job search. My newly found optimism in the whole experience has resulted in increasingly more job interviews."

Your Next Strategic Move

Career Positioning Diagnostic | $500

Pivot Sprint (4 Weeks) | $2000

Pivot Sprint (4 Weeks) | $2000

Unicorn Path Accelerator (12 Weeks) | $6000

Unicorn Path Accelerator (12 Weeks) | $6000

Fearless Entrepreneurship | Curated Plan

Fearless Entrepreneurship | Curated Plan

Get Started

How This Works

Book a Free Consultation

Strategic Deep Dive

Ongoing Execution & Accountability

Let's Talk About Your Next Move

Let's Talk About Your Next Move

Let's Talk About Your Next Move