Early in clarity
You are new to the workplace, or a few years in, and you are starting to realise that simply working hard is not enough. You want to make smart career decisions, but no one ever showed you how to think strategically about your path.
The MVP Accelerator
From newbie to most valuable player.
A 12-week career formation and coaching programme for women who want to build an intentional, strategically positioned corporate career — without drifting, guessing, or spending years trying to work it out alone.
Learn how the workplace actually works, focus on what matters, and become a high-value contributor early in your career.
Enrolment closes 15 February 2026
Trusted by women working in leading global organisations
Who this is for
You do not want to drift your way through your career.
Under-positioned
You are capable, qualified and consistently delivering, yet your effort is not translating into recognition, progression or pay. It is not about effort — it is about how your value is positioned and understood.
Misaligned with your potential
On paper things look fine. Internally, something feels off. You know you are capable of more impact, more growth and more fulfilment than your current role allows. You do not want to give up on your career; you want one that fits who you are becoming.
If any of that lands, it is not because you are failing. It is because no one ever taught you how to build a career intentionally.
The five common mistakes
After 15 years in financial services and 10 years hiring, training, managing and coaching professionals, five mistakes come up again and again.
- 01Accepting any job offer without considering whether it aligns with your strengths, values and career interests.
- 02Prioritising busy day-to-day duties and neglecting the work that is strategically relevant and valuable.
- 03Waiting for opportunities to come to you instead of speaking about your achievements and ambitions.
- 04Shying away from challenges that seem risky, and missing the high-reward experiences behind them.
- 05Missing growth opportunities by not actively seeking guidance, feedback and mentorship.
How I learned what actually moves careers
Doing good work is not the same as building a career strategically.
I began my career in a highly competitive corporate environment with a strong academic foundation and a clear ambition. What became apparent very quickly was that despite working hard and delivering results, effort alone was not translating into progression, pay or visibility. It was not a lack of capability — it was a lack of understanding of how the workplace actually works.
No one teaches you how to think strategically about your career. No one explains how positioning, visibility and timing influence progression. And no one hands you the playbook. What felt like personal confusion was actually a structural gap.
Through intentional learning, mentorship and close observation of high-performing environments, I identified the patterns that consistently drive progression. When I applied them deliberately, the results followed: I was headhunted into an Executive Director role at a Tier 1 investment bank and promoted four times in three years, quadrupled my compensation over five years, earned industry recognition, and went on to write Visible Strengths and found a career development consultancy.
That framework is the spine of the MVP Accelerator. It is the work I now do with women who want to stop guessing and start building careers that grow in confidence, opportunity and income over time.
The curriculum
Three phases, seven modules, twelve weeks.
Phase one
Capitalise on Strengths
Navigating your career's ascent demands more than skill — it requires a profound awareness of your unique strengths. You will discover and deploy your capabilities so you become an indispensable force in your organisation and industry.
SELF
Discover & activate your strengths
Discover your strengths so you can align your work to your talents and build a more strategic, intentional career that benefits you.
STEPS
Set goals with effective strategy
Create a custom career plan that aligns with your ambitions, and implement a strategy that increases your chances of success.
Phase two
Contribute Value
Climbing the ladder involves more than technical skill — it is about strategically showcasing your value. You will define, deliver and amplify your value so your actions turn into valued achievements and career-defining moments.
SOLVE
Define & deliver value
Uncover core challenges within your sphere of influence and convert them into strategic opportunities to deliver results for your most critical stakeholders.
SQUAD
Build & activate your networks
Become a networking powerhouse, attracting influential connections that support your growth and amplify your results.
SWAG
Cultivate confidence
Push through self-doubt and cultivate a more confident mindset and persona, so you can get out of your own way and speed up your growth.
STYLE
Understand workplace etiquette
Understand the governing etiquette of the workplace, so you can avoid the blunders that are difficult to recover from.
Phase three
Communicate Results
Professional ascension transcends skill — it is defined by visibility. You will step into your role as chief marketing officer of product 'You', spotlight your impact and become unforgettable in the marketplace.
STORY
Be visible
Design and implement a strategic visibility plan that highlights your achievements, aligns with your goals and amplifies your impact, so your contributions are acknowledged, respected and valued.
Client results
This programme has already turned newbies into most valuable players.
“I was able to apply for a job that I wouldn't have done if I hadn't gone through the programme. I was able to 4x my salary within 2.5 years. I feel more fulfilled.”
- 4x salary within 2.5 years
- Applied for a role she would have ruled out
- Greater fulfilment at work
“I got a new job offer, for a higher position and pay. I also got a promotion within a year of working there. This programme will make you more confident, give you clarity and set you on the track to get where you want to be professionally.”
- New job offer at a higher position and pay
- Promotion within a year
- More clarity, strategy and alignment
“I've created more visibility for myself, becoming the go-to person in my sector. The praises and accolades I now receive from my line manager and stakeholders are a testament to the impact of this programme.”
- Career clarity
- Increased high-value contribution at work
- Refreshed personal brand attracting opportunities
“I now feel lighter, more focused and energised in my work. The clarity and confidence you gain are priceless, turning confusion into a powerful force for good.”
- Career clarity and confidence
- New opportunities unlocked
- Significant stretch assignments delivered
“Mary equipped me with powerful frameworks to tackle career challenges. The investment yields far more than expected — it's a transformative experience that turns challenges into opportunities.”
- Secured a research finance officer role as an experienced hire
- Increased clarity, confidence and courage
What is included
Everything you need for the twelve weeks.
Live coaching, the full curriculum, the guides and templates that speed up your implementation — plus the community and covering that carry you through.
- 6 group coaching sessions£2,982
- 7-module on-demand curriculum£697
- Module guide and worksheets£497
- Plug & play templates£297
- Community & coveringPriceless
Total value £4,473
£997
Or three monthly payments of £350. Enrolment closes 15 February 2026.
Is it for you?
An honest look, before you apply.
This is for you if
- You are early to mid-career and serious about building intentionally rather than drifting.
- You want progression, purpose and profitability — not just a title.
- You are ready to stop guessing and start applying a proven framework.
- You value community and want to grow alongside women on the same path.
- You are willing to do the work between sessions.
This is not for you if
- You are content with your current trajectory and not seeking real change.
- You are resistant to new strategies, perspectives or approaches.
- You are looking for a quick fix rather than a transformation that takes effort.
- You are not ready to take action now.
- You prefer to grow in a silo, without the support of a community.
Common questions
Frequently asked.
- I am busy at work. What is the time commitment?
- This programme is built with the busy woman in mind. Coaching calls are held on weekday evenings, which suits most schedules, and every call is recorded so you can catch up if you miss one. Your consultation session is scheduled at a time that works for you.
- How long do I get access for?
- You have 12 weeks of access to the coaching calls and 6 months of access to the programme materials and session recordings. And once an MVP, always an MVP — when the programme is complete we will show you how to continue with us.
- How much access do I get to Mary?
- You get direct access on the live calls and in the community WhatsApp group for feedback and support at every step.
- Will this work within my industry?
- MVP has helped women pivot into and thrive within financial and professional services, consulting, technology, law, human resources, engineering, FMCG and more. You are next.
- I live outside the UK. Is this suitable for me?
- Yes. This is a global programme. Past students have taken part from the UK, France, Spain, Norway, Czech Republic, Italy, USA, Canada, Nigeria and Ghana.
- Do you offer payment plans?
- Yes. You can pay £997 in full, or spread it across 3 monthly payments of £350.
Limited slots available
Apply for your MVP upgrade.
We are enrolling ambitious, motivated women into the next cohort. Applications are reviewed individually, and places are limited.
The next cohort
Stop guessing. Start building.
Twelve weeks, one framework, and a room of women moving in the same direction. Enrolment closes 15 February 2026.