Executive Exit
for seasoned professional & Executives in financial services
We position executives to launch their businesses before leaving corporate
A pre-exit 90 day runway to turn your expertise into your intellectual property, package and market-test it, and build an opportunity pipeline, while still at work without conflict of interest.
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This program is designed exclusively for executives with annual earnings of $400K and over. If you’re not at that threshold yet, we invite you to begin with our more suitable programs.
About Executive Exit
A tailored action plan, proven systems, and 1:1 mentorship, everything you need for a graceful exit and beyond that.
WHO
Executive Exit is for senior professionals who
Want to build their own consulting practice
Currently earning $400k+ in financial services, technology or fintech
Have deep expertise others would pay to access
Are planning a transition timeline of 3-6 months
Want to de-risk their transition before leaving their job before being ready
Have previously engaged business mentor and consultant privately
CLIENTS & STUDENTS
We have worked with executives from
WHAT
The aim of this program is to solve the four problems that every executive faces when transitioning out:
Four Problems
Leaving too early - before having right systems in place
No validated proposition - unclear what to sell or how to price it
Weak pipeline - relying only on warm network that dries up
Conflict of interest concerns - worried about current employer relationships
Seamless Seven
You need 7 systems in place to solve for these problems
Product (Service) and Offer System
Content & Intellectual Property (IP) System
Brand Amplifier System
Lead Generation Engine
Sales Maximiser System
Partnership System
Orchestration System
Why
When you solve these four problems, you'll be on the winning side of what I call "The Executive Advantage Cycle.
When you resign with a validated offer (service or product) , you have confidence. When you're confident, you build a better presence.
In real life, you speak with conviction.
In the digital space your content is more valuable to your prospects.
When you create better content, you attract qualified prospects.
When prospects seek you out, you're no longer chasing clients.
When you're not chasing, you can charge premium rates.
When you charge premium rates, you work with better clients.
When you work with better clients, you get stronger testimonials.
That's when "your work speaks for itself, via others!"
And the cycle accelerates.
You're either building this cycle while employed (smart) or scrambling to build it after you quit (risky).
HOW LONG
The Program's 3-Stage Runway
Stage 1: Offer test in the market using VC-level methodology
Stage 2: Executive presence building (without conflict of interest)
Stage 3: Pipeline development before resignation
Twelve (12) Week Schedule
Delivery Model
This model is designed for high-performing and time poor executives.
Setup: Onboarding & Baseline LEAP READINESS Assessment
Start with a quick but powerful diagnostic to map where you are and what you’re working with. I call it a treasure hunt of untapped potentials.
Strategy Session: Tailored Roadmap
We will collaborate to create a bespoke execution roadmap, designed around your transition timeline, personal style, and lifestyle priorities. I have learnt each case is different.
Sequential System Build
Move through a simplified system architecture, because your systems need to work together. You'll get the benefit of these integrations, two to three quarters post launch
Weekly Accelerator Sessions
Review calls to troubleshoot roadblocks, fine-tune strategy, and a mini boost. My clients lightheartedly call this "checking your homework."
Orchestration System
Your operational backbone. This is the only system built progressively over 90 days to give you rhythm after leaving your role. Something that myself and most executives struggle with after exit.
Launch Readiness & Strategic Exit Planning
Your final milestone ensures you're not just ready to resign, but truly ready to launch. You’ll decide: soft or bold. In my case, I chose a soft launch while still advising on a major program.
Next Steps
We wrap up by re-baselining your LEAP READINESS Assessment. Then, together, we define your post-program path, with ongoing tools, guides, and optional advanced support to keep your momentum strong.
RETURN ON INVESTMENT
Let’s look at the real ROI of joining this program.
You’re likely earning around $400K per year. That’s roughly $100K per quarter. If you work on this program while still in your corporate role, your savings are $100k.
Here’s what you gain:
We guide you in designing a $10K–$15K priced offer
You’ll build a pipeline of 20 warm prospects before you exit
With a conservative 50% conversion rate, you’re looking at $100K–$150K in shadow revenue.
There’s more to consider
Most first-time consultants waste $10k+
building the wrong assets - branding, decks, positioning, pricing, lead generation systems (Speaking from my own experience).
We give you all of that:
Proven templates, AI-powered tools, and plug-and-play systems, saving you time, money, and painful missteps.
Saving of $100k
Shadow revenu = $150k - $300k
- 50% conversion rate,
- 20 prospects before transition out
- $15-$30k offer price point
Your Investment is 10-12 hours per week
The 5 things you need for success
Like most things in life, a successful outcome comes down to having all factors in place. For a smooth transition five elements are required: Personalised business model, a roadmap, a set of tested methods, feedback and accountability.
1. Personalised
Business Model
One thing I’ve learned after working with over 1,400 executives since 2013 is this: while goals and intentions are often similar, methods and styles rarely are. The principles for a successful business are the same, but your business model, delivery approach, communication style, financial goals, and the legacy you envision are uniquely yours. That cannot be outsourced. We work with you to decide yours.
2. The Roadmap
This visual, interactive board is THE heart of this program. A week-by-week action plan with clear instrurctions. Over 100 executives have followed it while maintaining their corporate roles. (And I am constantly updating this.)
3. Templates & AI tools
We don’t believe in copy-paste or cookie-cutter solutions. But if something can save you even 30 minutes, we’ve turned it into a template, checklist, or AI-powered tool. Believe me!
4. Specific Instant
Feedback & Guidance
This is the key differentiator between this program and a traditional Executive MBA program. You get real time feedback on what you create.
5. Accountability & Structure
Rather than pushing you like a typical personcal trainer, or the old educational system, we look at deeper reasons why you might be stuck. Our clients dont have "execution" problems. They are currently running large enterprises. If you get stuck, it is not for lack of dedication.
WINS
Clients Results
Working together
STEP 1: COMPLETE LEAP READINESS ASSESSMENT
We baseline where you are and identify your specific transition path. Different executives need different sequences of work.
STEP 2: SCHEDULE CALL WITH US
The entire process starts with a call where we can get together to determine what you need. Once we agree and our invoice is paid, then we will begin.
STEP 3: GAIN ACCESS & COMPLETE ONBOARDING
Once paperworks been taken care of, you will be automatically redirected to your onboarding document. In this document, you will gain access to Trello, Slack, one-on-one calls and everything else.
STEP 4: FOLLOW THE 90 DAY PLAN
After onboarding call, you will get started working on the 90-day plan. Each day is laid out for you and all you have to do is follow along. There are no excuses or reasons not to succeed when it is laid out step-by-step. Your procrastination will disappear.
STEP 5: ATTEND OUR ONE-ON-ONE CALLS
Every two weeks, we will have a recurring one-on-one call. This lasts 30 minutes but flexible when needed. On this call, we will review progress, look at your work, content, pipeline and more. These are extremely valuable to speed up your progress and help you avoid mistakes.
STEP 6: SUBMIT WORK FOR FEEDBACK
On your level feedbacks will be very quick and very easy to implement.
STEP 7: REPEAT STEPS 3-6 UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED YOUR PLAN
Keep repeating this process over and over until you have built the entire funnel. It can be quicker or take longer than the 120 day benchmark. That is just the average amount of time it takes. It is a very simple process and program, but it requires work. As you well know, simple and easy are not the same thing.
TESTIMONIALS
and ... what our clients are saying
“Shirin’s given a really good insight into how to transform a business through an agile model and how that applies to everyday working practices.”
Jaques Van Der Merwe
IT Portfolio Manager
"Shirin has been an invaluable advisor to me. She made me see that traditional management styles are based on the industrial revolution and even slavery; Shirin expertly and succinctly illustrates a new and better way to manage.”
Jacqui Lennon
Executive, Retail
“Shirin is authentic, warm and structured. She really helped to effectively shape our investment in a new product proposition. It was really helpful and insightful. Put me on my way through our planning.”
Nathan Taggart
Head of Sales
We cherish this wall of kind words ...
We Asked: What stood out for you? What value did you get from the 'Collapse The Time' section of the program?
DALE P.
The workshop confirmed I'm on the right path and reinforced the importance of being intentional with my career. It was well-structured and organized. I'd love to attend the remaining sessions!
Suri D.
Know your work and be clear on what you want to be known for—this stood out the most. It was eye-opening and inspiring.
Andrew C.
The session helped me focus on making myself the obvious choice, planning my future roadmap, and working on myself intentionally. I thought it was really well done - timely, well-organized, and achieved its objective perfectly.
JANE W.
learned to treat career pathing with intentional focus; it's a project with a North Star that requires effort. I also gained clarity on identifying my edge and crafting a succinct narrative. I'd definitely attend the next workshop!
Annand B.
The five elements to solve for when making yourself the obvious choice and the importance of intention were game-changing. I appreciated the workbooks—it added a lot of value.
Alla A.
Defining identity to stand out, personalizing my narrative to give myself an edge, and being intentional were major takeaways. The session was very good!
Melanie C.
Setting an intention, being an expert, and defining an edge. The framework shared was eye-opening, and the pacing felt just right.
Neelan T.
The Treasure Chest exercise was a highlight. It helped me reflect on what I'm good at and gave me tools to nurture my network
Andre K.
The tools for self-reflection and future planning were excellent, and the session was thought-provoking. I'd definitely recommend it to other
Kristen B.
Don't forget to work on your career. Specialize, make yourself better known, and keep progressing. I also loved the tangible examples and success stories—they made the lessons real. I'd attend again for sure!
Sam O.
Intention, networks, and creating an edge were the key takeaways. The format was excellent and easy to follow
Paul L.
(1) Have a clear long-term goal, even if it feels challenging.
(2) Be intentional with what you do.
(3) Feedback is crucial. I also found sharing ideas in smaller groups added a lot of value
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Some Questions & Answers
We understand your situation, background and expertise are unique to yourself
Who is Executive Exit for?
Those who want to "do their own thing". All our courses and programs are designed for senior managers and leaders that feel the fire within!
Unlike traditional marketing that targets a segment by demographics of age 35-55, male or female, location of X, our demographic is based on values, traits and lifestyle!
If you are a future-focused, benevolent, ambitious, action-taker, decision-maker and high performer, this program is for you.
How does the Executive Exit help executives?
In essence we are a scale-up lab. We guide you to package your Intellectual property (IP), validate it with the market. Build your early pipeline.
We are a leadership development, Executive Branding and executive search firm that is dedicated to the development of a specific type of leader who is futuristic, globally focused, caring and ambitious, and who want to create a better world as well as a better career for themselves.Members have established careers and are smart, creative and driven. When they encounter a challenge they say, “Bring it on!”
Is the Executive Elevate Program for me?
You are probably saying, “My story is different. With my current circumstances, my work background, my heritage, my skillset … what you are promising is possible for some people, but not for me.”With this program, YOUR SUCCESS IS INEVITABLE. This is the beauty of models. They transfer the repeated success patterns of many cases to the next person. Executive Elevate follows a Modular Framework, meaning there are 20+ concepts and practices to prepare and get you to the desired outcome. You won’t need all of them. In your kick-off strategy session, you will define the roadmap and choose the areas you need to work on. Everyone needs all the topics, not in the same order though and not the same level.Next, this program is paired with private coaching so you have opportunities to receive personalised advice and create a tailored plan.
Isn’t everybody doing this kind of program?
Surprisingly, no! A leadership team normally is from 5 to 20 members, depending on the size of the organisation. When we are engaged by a company for leadership executive coaching, of that group of people, only a few call back for private coaching. Those are the ones that get the next opportunities.Your likelihood of success is high because OTHERS don’t do this work!
How much effort do I need to put in?
The program is designed for time-critical executives. You know your WHY. You can feel your dream in your body. You are a high achiever, you are an action-taker, you are a “MAKE-IT-HAPPEN” type of person.Executive Elevate sessions are short and to the point. You do not need lectures and endless waffle.To help you get as much as possible out of the program, the work you need to do offline is time-boxed and very well-defined. There are checklists, cheat sheets, templates, and hacks, all to save you time and reduce the effort you put in.• You need to put in the time to do soul-searching and thinking• You need to take real action and follow up on your promises
Can my company pay for this?
Except in a very rare case, most probably no! Most of our clients keep their cards close to their chest, using the methods we use to work under the radar. Then exit and announce their new ventures.
Our rare case: our client was a manager in the family business, and got funded with the "parent" company. It was good from a tax position for the parent company. It was great to receive family love to fund the new firm.
How does Executive Exit Program work for me with my busy calendar?
Executive Exit is designed for this, We understand the demands of executive life, so we’ve designed this program for maximum flexibility. You can choose from.
Our modular program is designed for maximum flexibility, with after-hours and weekend availability to fit seamlessly into your routine.
Whether you're looking for executive career elevation or a confidential transition into entrepreneurship, we ensure that the program aligns with your calendar ... so you gain the results without disruption.
Who is the creator of Executive Exit? About our founder Shirin Danesh
Shirin Danesh is an executive strategist, mentor, and founder of Advantive Advisory; a boutique consultancy dedicated to working with ambitious, future-ready leaders. With a background that spans software engineering, digital product, investment portfolio management and enterprise transformation in financial services, she brings a rare blend of technical depth and strategic vision.
Since 2013, she has worked with over 1,400 executives, guiding them through pivotal transitions with clarity, confidence, and commercial intelligence. Shirin is known for fast-tracking growth, what is often called her “time-bending” superpower.
She specialises in working with intrapreneurs: high-performing executives with entrepreneurial blood who choose to lead from within or are preparing to step out on their own terms. Through her programs, books, and frameworks (Level Up. Land. Lead.) she helps clients evolve from the 2D of theory to the 3D of real-world influence and impact.
Shirin’s signature programs, including Executive Elevate and Executive Exit, are designed for leaders ready to be seen, sought after, and strategically positioned for what’s next.
We invite you to visit: https://shirindanesh.com
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