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Ready to Unlock Your Full Potential?

I understand what you’re going through because I’ve been in your shoes. You put in the hard work, you give everything you have to your job, but somehow, it feels like no one notices. You ask for recognition, and the response is, “There’s still room to grow.” I’ve been there.

It took me years to realize that Corporate America has its unwritten rules. Unfortunately, no one tells you what they are upfront. Sure, college prepares you with knowledge and hard skills to excel at your job, but let’s be honest—no professor ever taught you how to build the career you truly want.

So, we all figure it out on our own—through trial and error, formal feedback, informal guidance, and sometimes even courses. For me, it wasn’t until I discovered these unwritten rules that everything changed. That’s when I had the opportunity to relocate to the U.S. and subsequently received four promotions in five years. I started at the bottom and eventually made it to the executive level.

But I’m not sharing this to boast—I’m telling you this because my story isn’t all that glamorous. It’s a journey of learning, growth, and overcoming obstacles. And now, I’m passionate about helping others navigate these unwritten rules and unlock their full potential.

That’s why I’m so excited to share the new partnership between Coaching with Simona and SPCEA!! In January 2025, we’re launching a 9-part course to help you unlock your potential, and I can’t wait for you to be part of it.

You might be thinking, “There’s so much content out there about career development, soft skills, and time management. What makes this course different?”

I’ll give you two reasons:

  1. Tailored specifically for Cost Engineers. While the rules of Corporate America are universal, how you apply them depends on your role. This course focuses on Product Development and breaks down the key skills you need to master at every stage of the process. We’ll share real-world examples and use cases directly from your field.
  2. Designed for action. The biggest barrier to success I see is a lack of application. Knowledge is important, but applying that knowledge is what leads to growth. This course is built to help you take action and hold you accountable. Along with 7 knowledge-packed webinars, you’ll get 2 one- on-one coaching sessions with me. I’ll work closely with you to make sure the path you’re on is the one that aligns with your goals. As Joseph Campbell said, “There’s perhaps nothing worse than reaching the top of the ladder and discovering that you’re on the wrong wall.”


Elevate your career in 2025 by joining our free webinar on January 22nd at 10:00 AM EST !! This session will be packed with practical tools and insights to help you identify what’s been missing in your professional journey. Plus, attending gives you priority access to register for the full course – completely commitment-free. Don’t miss this opportunity to take the next step in your career. Click on this link to register: UNLOCK YOUR FULL POTENTIAL

Simona Pappalardo is a successful executive and leadership coach. Before starting her own business, she held several executive roles within the semiconductor, electronics, and manufacturing industries, in Quality, Product Development, and Supply Chain Operations. You can follow Simona on her YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CoachingwithSimona and reach out to her directly at simona@coachingwithsimona.com


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