Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology – Juris Doctorate
Dominican University – Master of Arts in Teaching (magna cum laude)
Saint Louis University – Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History (magna cum laude)
This is my story
I’m Dan, and I’m passionate about empowering others to unlock their true potential. As a career and leadership coach, my journey has been anything but ordinary. I’ve worked as an attorney with extensive litigation and policy experience, while also diving into the world of education, where I taught 2nd grade as part of Teach For America on the west side of Chicago. My career has spanned both the government and private sectors, and I’ve also embraced entrepreneurial opportunities along the way.
What has remained consistent across every chapter of my career is a deep commitment to service. I’ve always believed in helping people reach their highest potential. Whether in the courtroom, the classroom, or the boardroom, I’m driven by a vision to support others in living meaningful, impactful lives.
But my story isn’t just about professional achievements. It’s also about resilience. I’m a two-time open-heart surgery survivor, first as an infant and again as a teenager. Those life-defining experiences taught me not just to survive, but to live with passion, purpose, and gratitude. It’s that same sense of resilience and hope that fuels my coaching work today. I’m here to inspire others to embrace their challenges, pursue their dreams with enthusiasm, and never forget the importance of living a life that is fully realized.
Who I Serve
Individuals who:
- Are dealing with burnout or stress, seeking balance and direction.
- Want to align their life with their unique talents and values for greater fulfillment.
- Are navigating significant personal or professional transitions.
- Are searching for more meaning and purpose in their lives.
- Want to enhance their emotional intelligence, stress management, and decision-making for a calmer, more centered life.
Professionals who:
- Want to identify transferable skills and break into new career paths or industries.
- Need help with personal branding, LinkedIn optimization, or a resume update.
- Want to improve communication or presentation skills.
- Are interested in networking strategies to unlock new career opportunities.
- Feel stuck or unfulfilled despite achieving career milestones.
- Are struggling with burnout or maintaining a work-life balance.
- Seek to realign career goals with their deeper values and passions.
Leaders who:
- Want to build stronger teams while maintaining personal well-being.
- Seek to foster sustainable growth, resilience, and high performance within their organizations.
- Are new to leadership and looking to develop their leadership skills.
- Want to optimize decision-making by enhancing cognitive processes.
- Are focused on building emotional intelligence to lead with empathy and clarity.
My Coaching Approach
I believe in a customized coaching approach because success isn’t “one-size-fits-all.” I take the time to understand your unique goals—whether personal, professional, or both—and together, we’ll create a plan aligned with your values that helps you achieve meaningful results.
For instance, if you’re navigating burnout or stress, I’ll help you find balance, reduce overwhelm, and refocus on what matters most. If you’re feeling stuck or unfulfilled despite career success, I can assist you in identifying transferable skills and aligning your work with your deeper passions, opening new opportunities and paths. For leaders, whether you’re new to the role or seeking to build stronger teams, I’ll support you in developing emotional intelligence, refining decision-making, and nurturing resilience for sustainable leadership growth.
If you’re looking for quick, transactional fixes, our work may reflect that. But if you’re ready for long-term, impactful change, I invite you to approach coaching with curiosity, openness, and a commitment to personal and professional growth. This mindset will guide our journey, unveiling the most effective path forward for you.
My coaching combines mindfulness practices with an actionable, results-oriented approach to both immediate progress and sustainable transformation. As your coach, I’ll be both your cheerleader and accountability partner—celebrating wins while keeping you accountable to the commitments you’ve made. Through reflective exercises and goal-setting techniques, I’ll encourage you to think critically, embrace new perspectives, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
At the heart of my coaching is curiosity. Whether you’re navigating a career transition, tackling leadership challenges, or seeking a more fulfilling life, I’ll help you explore new avenues, ask transformative questions, and uncover possibilities that have been hidden by limiting mindsets. Together, we’ll unlock growth opportunities that are both intentional and rewarding.
