The Confident Leader's EDGE™

The best investment you can make is in yourself. Say yes to growth, yes to confidence, and yes to a career that works for you!

Feeling Stuck? Drained? Like You’re Chasing Someone Else’s Goals?

Let’s get real—if you’ve been grinding it out, pushing harder, and still feeling like you’re running on empty, it’s time to ask yourself: Am I in the right place?

The Confident Leader’s EDGE™ isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what actually moves the needle. You’re already showing up, proving yourself, and delivering results.

But if every day feels like a battle to be seen, heard, or valued, it’s not because you’re not good enough—maybe the environment isn’t working for you.

Maybe the role isn't right for you.

Leadership isn’t just about effort; it’s about alignment.

Let’s make sure you’re leading in a way that fuels you, not drains you.

This isn’t about starting over. It’s about realigning.

Get clear on what actually matters to YOU. Stop chasing someone else’s version of success and start defining what leadership looks like *on your terms. Your values, your strengths, your goals.

Break out of the burnout cycle. Learn how to recognize when the culture is the problem—not you.

Build an unstoppable leadership mindset. Own your values and strengths so you can speak with confidence, and navigate workplace dynamics like a pro.

Stop second-guessing. Get the context to read the room correctly and take action with certainty.No more burnout. No more wondering if you’re ‘doing enough.’Your workplace should elevate you—not exhaust you.

The Confident Leader’s EDGE™ helps you:

✅ Tune out the distractions and focus on what actually moves the needle.

✅ Ditch the self-doubt and own your space in the room.

✅ Show up as the powerhouse leader you were meant to be—without hesitation, without apology.

Your next move should reflect YOUR priorities—not someone else’s expectations.If you’ve been feeling like something’s off, that’s not doubt—that’s data.

It’s time to stop forcing yourself to fit into a space that wasn’t designed for you. Instead, take control, step up, and own your leadership with confidence.

Are you ready to claim your EDGE, lead on your terms, and build a career that actually works for YOU?

Let’s make it happen!

What You'll Gain

CLARITY

Gain a clear vision of your next steps.

CONFIDENCE

Overcome your current self-doubt and ground in what matters most to you.

MOMENTUM

Turn your ambition into actionable results.

Dr. Shannan Simms

Founder & Chief Ally, Athena's Ally

Hey there friends – I’m Dr. Shans – creator of the Confident Leader’s EDGE™, a self-guided coaching program for leader’s like us because I know leadership isn’t something we read about, it’s something you do.

 This isn’t meant to be another course that you buy that just sits in your inbox. It’s meant for action takers. Leaders ready to step-up, dive in, and take control of their careers confidence and purpose. 

With 20+ years of coaching thousands of leaders—from Fortune 500 execs to small-business trailblazers—I’m on a mission to help women own their careers and lead with unapologetic confidence

As a contributing faculty member and seasoned consultant, I blend academic insights with real-world strategies. 

I’ve led teams of hundreds, climbed sideways on the career ladder—twice—and built success on my terms. 

Now, I help women do the same. 

Through my coaching programs, signature playbooks, and The Unapologetic EDGE podcast, I equip women to ditch doubt, command their careers, and lead boldly. Ready to own your path? Let’s make it happen.

Reviews and Testimonials

"The "Prioritize Like a Pro" exercise was a game-changer! It feels as though a weight has lifted as I shift my focus to what truly matters from just feeling overwhelmed by the endless unorganized tasks. Would highly recommend the program to anyone struggling with the "never-ending" to dos. Thank You "Dr. Shannann For a Life Skill that will be applied to all aspects of my Life!" - Alexa
"Last year, I went through a major career transition - and it took a tool on me mentally and physically. The exercises in Dr. Simm’s coaching program allowed me to recognize my core values and start to build alignment to my goals and move forward...I realized that much of the conflict between my career and life are values misalignments. I now recognize and redirect quickly." - Annie

Take charge of your Growth on Your Terms.

FLEXIBLE GROWTH

Progress on your own schedule, balancing personal development with life’s demands

EMPOWERED OWNERSHIP

Take control of your journey with tools designed to align your goals, values, and strengths.

COST-EFFECTIVE IMPACT

Access high-value coaching strategies without the high price of 1:1 sessions.

PLANS THAT MEET YOUR NEEDS

Fair Prices. Excellent Services.

eBook

eBook Playbook compatible on all eReaders

$ 12

Audio Guided

Self-guided, audio-based coaching program, available desktop or mobile

$ 29

eBook+ Audio Guided

Both the eBook and audio-guided coaching program

$ 36