Each moment describes who you are, and gives you the opportunity to decide if that’s who you want to be.

Coaching Approach

Hi! I’m Connie. Are you feeling stressed, stuck or burned out? Are you in transition or in need of one? I can help, because I’ve been there.

I help mid-career professionals and emerging leaders land their next role and thrive in it — with executive presence, confidence, and career clarity that drive lasting impact.

Does any of this resonate?

  • You may say, “I still don’t know what I want to be when I grow up” or “I know my career and job could be better if only “X” wasn’t in my way” 

  • You want to feel ignited by what you do

  • You want to transition into a new role or industry, but don’t know how to position yourself

  • You feel unfulfilled and want change, but are weighed down by golden handcuffs

  • You want to stay in your job or profession, but are stuck in negative patterns, have challenging relationships, or have blocks impeding your progress

  • You’re ready to lead with more impact, but something — confidence, communication, or clarity — keeps getting in the way

  • You want to own the room with more gravitas, confidence, connection, inspiration and authenticity

After building a 15 year career leading talent acquisition teams across finance and healthcare, I pursued my purpose to become a leadership and career coach. I am passionate about helping individuals, leaders and executives navigate transitions, develop leadership strategies, foster healthy relationships and have the clarity and confidence to excel and thrive in their careers.

What is coaching? The International Coaching Federation (ICF) defines coaching as partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential. The process of coaching often unlocks previously untapped sources of imagination, productivity and leadership.

Think of me as your thought partner and human whiteboard — an objective, non-judgmental guide who helps you think out loud and uncover what truly matters. Together, we’ll clarify what you really want, identify the blind spots and blockers that may be holding you back from success, and challenge the perspectives that might be keeping you stuck. From there, we turn insight into action — building concrete plans and accountability to help you make real, lasting change.

Why Acuity? The definition of acuity is: sharpness, keenness or acuteness, especially in vision, perception or thought. The capacity of the eye to see fine detail, measured by determining the finest detail that can just be detected. The ability to hear, see, or think accurately and clearly.

I pride myself in my ability to hear and see things with an insightful and observant eye. I will bring a warm, empathetic energy to our sessions, be your biggest cheerleader and help you stay on course to meet your goals and deepest desires.


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Services

  • Clarity to Career Coaching Package

    12-session career alignment program for purpose-driven professionals

    This coaching journey is designed for those seeking clarity, confidence, and direction in their careers. Over 12 sessions, you'll gain deep self-awareness, define your values and goals, and align your work with what truly drives you.

  • The Aligned Leader Coaching Package

    12-session personal growth journey for emerging and established leaders

    This coaching experience supports leaders, creatives, and growth-minded individuals in uncovering their inner compass, strengthening communication and leadership skills, and showing up with clarity and purpose. 

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What Clients Are Saying

  • “Working with Connie was exactly what I needed during a pivotal career transition. I was moving from early to mid-career, trying to make sense of a wide range of generalist experience in tech startups, and her structured, responsive, and actionable approach helped bring much-needed clarity to the process.

    What really stood out was how thoughtful and personalized her guidance was. She didn’t just offer “best practices” — her depth of experience as a recruiter across industries gave me insight into what actually works in interviews and job applications. Every resume edit, conversation, and workshop was tailored, practical, and helped me feel more confident in how I present myself.

    Even weeks after our sessions, I found myself using the frameworks we discussed to make decisions, communicate my value, and navigate conversations. I’d recommend Connie to anyone in a career inflection point — especially if you’re trying to connect your past work to future goals in a strategic, intentional way.”

    -BALA P., GROWTH MANAGER


  • Connie and I worked closely together to develop my skills in executive presence.  She was an excellent coach, and thoughtfully guided me through overcoming my self doubt around speaking on screen, preparing well for speaking opportunities, and learning about how to talk about myself and the work that I do. 

    Specifically, Connie and I worked together to prepare for a podcast interview I had coming up.  Through our work I was able to think strategically about what I should share in the interview and what would be most compelling for the audience to hear.  I focused on telling a client’s story that really showcased my work.  I wouldn’t have thought to do that without my work with Connie. 

    Connie is patient, emotionally intelligent, empathetic, and understanding.  In addition to her coaching expertise, she has years of experience as an executive recruiter and actress.  Both skills lend well to guiding clients through developing their executive presence.  

    -SWATI PARIKH, LAW SCHOOL ASSISTANT DEAN

  • “Working with Connie was crucial in helping me navigate a transitional phase in my career. Her coaching provided clear, actionable steps and valuable insights that gave me the confidence and drive to advocate for myself. With her support, I was able to land a role that aligned well with my strengths and long-term goals. I felt heard and genuinely supported, as Connie truly cared about me and my future. She is incredibly thoughtful and always asks the right questions. Anyone looking for career guidance would be fortunate to have her by their side.”

    -VANESSA M., PROGRAM MANAGER

  • "As a quant at a hedge fund, I was looking for guidance on how to better advocate for myself and navigate the unique politics of the industry. Connie's background in hedge fund recruiting was immediately apparent. She genuinely understands the dynamics of this world in a way that felt rare.

    She didn't offer generic advice; her guidance was specific to the realities of my situation. She helped me think through difficult conversations strategically and gave me structure for evaluating and processing feedback that I still use. I came away from our sessions with more clarity and confidence in how to handle challenges at work. I'd recommend Connie to anyone in finance who wants a coach who truly gets the environment you're operating in."

    -DAVID T., QUANTITATIVE RESEARCHER

  • “As a technology entrepreneur, working with Connie Teng has been a game-changing experience. Her coaching approach, which seamlessly blends compassion, understanding, and actionable goals, has been instrumental in helping me develop strategies for managing multiple competing priorities and cultivating productive relationships with my co-founders and leadership team. With Connie's guidance, I've gained the clarity and skills to drive my initiatives forward with purpose and confidence.”

    — JASON B., AI LEADER AND INVESTOR

  • “Working with Connie has been an awesome experience. She has a natural ability to provide clear, strategic guidance that keeps me focused and motivated, even when things get tough. Lately, she’s been helping me get a lot more clarity on what I want out of my career and how to approach it with more intentionality, which has been hugely helpful. Her curiosity and thoughtful questions always lead to actionable next steps I can tackle right away, while also keeping me focused on the bigger picture. Connie’s support and positivity have made a lasting impact on my growth, and I feel for the first time I have clarity about what I am looking for in my professional career.”

    -WILLIAM K., BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT REPRESENTATIVE

  • “Working with Connie has been transformative. The exploration in our sessions has revealed key information and raised awareness in areas that I would not have reached on my own. Partnering with her was a valuable investment in my future.”

    — J. GRANT, FEDERAL SUPERVISOR

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