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Burn Bright, Lead Bold

This isn’t a feel-good blog. It’s a leadership wake-up call.
If you're a high-achieving woman in finance or tech who's done everything "right"—yet still feels stuck, depleted, or invisible—this is your space. Here, I share bold insights, raw truths, and industry-shifting strategies that challenge outdated leadership models and reignite your clarity, confidence, and personal power.

Each post is designed to help you break free from misalignment—not just burnout—and step into the aligned, energizing leadership you were always meant for.

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CAREER NAVIGATION & ADVANCEMENT

Q4 Career Strategy:

Why the Next 90 Days Determine Your 2026

Promotion

Here's what nobody's telling you about Q4 career strategy: While everyone else is mentally checking out and coasting toward the holidays, the women who get promoted in 2026 are strategically positioning themselves right now.

I know—you're thinking, "Amanda, it's September. Shouldn't I be focused on Q4 performance goals?" That's exactly the problem. You're playing the wrong game entirely.

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Q4 Career Strategy: Why the Next 90 Days Determine Your 2026 Promotion

Here's what nobody's telling you about Q4 career strategy: While everyone else is mentally checking out and coasting toward the holidays, the women who get promoted in 2026 are strategically positioni...

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Amanda L. Christian, Leadership Strategist and Executive Coach for high-achieving women leaders

Hey, I'm Amanda.

MASTER LIFE COACH & ALIGNED LEADERSHIP STRATEGIST

I specialize in helping ambitious women in finance and technology transform from overwhelmed high-achievers into confident, influential leaders—without burning out or losing themselves in the process.

My SoulFire Leadership™ methodology addresses what most leadership development misses: the integration of your natural strengths, values, and vision into a leadership style that's both powerful and sustainable. I help you command respect, drive results, and create the career and life you actually want.

Ready to lead authentically and unapologetically? Let's make it happen.

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