From Sr. Director to VP in 5 Months
Sr. Director of Finance at Microsoft
VP of Finance at Lumen Technologies
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Overview
Kristina came to CareerCapital as a seasoned finance leader with a strong track record—but like many high performers, she had reached a plateau. After years at Microsoft, she wasn’t looking for just another role—she was looking for a step-change in scope, impact, and trajectory.
The Challenge
Kristina came to CareerCapital as a seasoned finance leader with a strong track record—but like many high performers, she had reached a plateau. After years at Microsoft, she wasn’t looking for another role—she was looking for a step-change in scope, impact, and trajectory.
The Shift
Instead of approaching the search reactively, Kristina shifted to a highly strategic, proactive approach. Together, we refined her leadership narrative, clarified her long-term direction, and built a focused plan to access high-impact opportunities—many of which don’t exist on public job boards. This allowed her to position herself not just as a candidate, but as a high-value hire for the right organizations.
The Outcome
Within five months, Kristina landed a VP of Finance role at Lumen Technologies—stepping into a larger leadership seat with expanded scope and a $500K compensation package. The opportunity itself went beyond what she initially thought was possible, reinforcing how the right strategy can unlock an entirely different tier of career outcomes.
“I feel part of the mission again—I’m energized, engaged, and excited to lead and build.” - Kristina A.
How This Result Was Achieved
This result wasn’t driven by luck or timing—it was the outcome of a deliberate, strategic approach. By focusing on positioning, targeting the right opportunities, and navigating the process intentionally, Kristina was able to access and secure a role beyond what’s typically visible through traditional job search methods.
Clarify the Criteria of the
Next-Level Target
Define what a true step-change looks like—scope, role, and trajectory—not just the next logical move.
Reposition the Leadership Narrative
Translate past experience into a compelling executive story that aligns with higher-level opportunities.
Access Off-Market Opportunities
Target and create conversations with roles that aren’t visible through traditional job search channels.
Convert the
Right Opportunity
Navigate the process strategically to land a role that is not just bigger—but more aligned and energizing.
Ready for your next-level role?
You’ve already built a strong career—but if you’re aiming for a meaningful step up in scope, impact, and compensation, it requires a more strategic approach than a traditional job search. The right opportunities aren’t always visible—but with the right positioning and strategy, they’re absolutely accessible.