How to Get Any Senior Executive Offer?
Tiffany Cheng
Mentoring quiet high performers in large organizations from middle management to senior executive roles | ex-Volvo, Atlas Copco
Many of us believe that advancing from middle management to executive positions requires time, patience, hard work, struggle, and sacrifice. But what if I told you that's not true? What if I told you that you can expect this to happen much faster? Instead of years, this could be done in weeks, as long as you set your intention.
It may sound too good to be true, but I have seen it happen time and time again—not only for myself but also with many of my clients. One client of mine went from finance director to CFO in just five weeks. I got my 2nd VP position 5-6 weeks after implementing the strategies I will share in this video. I relocated from Asia to Europe to be with my family.
It all started with deciding to believe, trust, and feel grateful for all the great things you already have, while expecting even greater things to happen.
Now, you might be asking, "But I've tried positive thinking. It doesn't work for me." And I hear you. I really understand what you mean.
Here's the thing: it's not just about thinking positively or visualizing. It's about feeling it. It's about living in the reality you desire right now, in this very moment. When you truly trust, you enter a state of being where anything is possible. Your brain releases frustration, your mind becomes clear, and you tap into unlimited potential.
In this state, your reality is no longer separate from your desires; they become one. And this is where belief comes in. When you believe your goal, you expect something to happen, you are not hoping for it or wishing for it; instead, you know it. You are living as if you have already achieved it. It has already happened; it is already yours.
Think of it as ordering a package online. When you place the order, you know it will be shipped and arrive at your address. There's no doubt or questioning of where it is or why it hasn't arrived yet. You simply know it will arrive because when you place the order, it's already yours.
When you have this level of belief, that's when external factors start to respond to your internal changes to create alignment.
So, how do you do this? How do you trust? How do you know? It all starts with your thoughts and your feelings. The thoughts you think will create feelings. When you think thoughts of lack, frustration, anxiety, disappointment, or worry, you're sending out a signal that creates more of these experiences in your life—you are attracting more of the same to yourself. But when you choose to think thoughts of abundance, gratitude, and possibility, you create a whole different reality. You tune into a different frequency—one where what you want is not only possible but inevitable.
So, how do we shift our thoughts and feelings? It starts with awareness—pay attention to what you're thinking and feeling throughout the day. Notice when you get caught up in frustrations or feelings of being a victim, perhaps triggered by changes in your organization, a mentor leaving the job, or the loss of a promised promotion, or perhaps when you didn't receive a job offer you were sure was a perfect fit.
These external factors often trigger feelings of frustration, disappointment, or worry. Once you catch yourself in this state, you need to consciously choose to shift. Ask yourself,
"What would I be thinking right now if I truly believed that everything was working out perfectly for me? How would I feel?"
Your desires—whether it's a promotion, a salary increase, or a new working environment—are already on their way to you.
This isn't just about setting your goals in your New Year's resolutions or looking at your vision board; it's about truly feeling it within every cell of your body.
Imagine, for a moment, what it would feel like to have your perfect position.
How do you feel now that you have the financial abundance? How do you go to work when you are in an organization where you feel deeply valued, respected, recognized, and rewarded?
When you allow yourself to fully embody these feelings, you are not just imagining; you are actively changing your brain chemistry and creating new neural pathways that align with your desired reality.
However, this process isn't a one-time effort. It requires daily practice. Begin each morning right after you wake up and each evening before bed. Instead of checking your phone in the morning to remind yourself of all the problems from yesterday, take this precious time to believe, trust, and expect great things. Integrate this practice into your routine, much like how you brush your teeth twice daily.
By conditioning your brain to recognize possibilities, you'll start noticing supportive signs in your environment.
It's like when you decide you want a specific car brand, color, and model: suddenly, you begin seeing that exact car everywhere. These cars were always around, but your brain hadn't been programmed to notice them until you made your decision.
Likewise, as you program your brain to filter and recognize what supports your desires, you'll begin to perceive opportunities and resources that you didn't notice before.
Don’t forget about gratitude. When you cultivate gratitude for what you already have, you open yourself to receiving more. Make gratitude a part of your daily practice: every morning upon waking and every evening before bed, think of at least three things you’re grateful for. Feel that gratitude in your body, let it fill you, and carry that feeling throughout your day.
Gratitude is a crucial factor in many of my clients achieving their dream positions at the top of the ladder.
You might be wondering, "What about action? Performing the job, working long hours, traveling on weekends? What about my resume, finding sponsors, and networking? Do we need to take action to make our dreams come true?"
Absolutely, action is crucial. However, I want to emphasize that taking action without the right mindset won't lead to the transformational leap we're discussing here.
It's not about forcing things or making sacrifices to achieve your goals.
When you trust, know, and expect great things to happen, the right actions will naturally become clear to you. You'll find yourself taking inspired action—being in the right place at the right time, meeting the right people, and seizing opportunities because you're ready to receive.
This is inspired action—it's not about struggling or forcing; it’s about following your intuition, trusting your instincts, and taking steps that feel right for you. When you take inspired action, it feels effortless, like you're doing exactly what you're meant to do. This is when great things start to happen, and miracles begin to unfold.
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Let's also discuss expectations. This is where many people stumble.
They may have a desire for a senior executive position where they feel valued, recognized, and can make a bigger impact and earn a higher income. Yet, deep down, they have doubts and limiting beliefs that hold them back.
However, when you truly expect something to happen, when you know deep within that the result is guaranteed, it's like the package you ordered online—you know it will arrive at your doorstep. When you release attachment to a specific outcome and trust that whatever happens is for your highest good, you open yourself to receiving even more than you could have imagined.
I've seen this pattern with many clients just before they achieve their dream positions. Often, they face significant setbacks in their careers or organizations. For instance, one of my clients was promised the CFO position at her organization as the Finance Director. She met and exceeded all the expectations. Then, the company was sold, and a new owner came in. During her vacation, the company appointed a new CFO without explanation or apology. She experienced anger and fear, worried about losing her job and resentful over the organization not fulfilling its promises after so many years.
Through our coaching sessions, she shifted her perspective from fear and anger to trust and faith. She consciously chose to adopt a mindset of abundance. The day after this mindset shift, she said on one of our calls, "I'm happy for the new CFO who now got the job. I actually called him to tell him that I would support him during the onboarding. For my own career goal, I would love this to happen, but I know that whatever happens is for my highest good."
Within a couple of days of adopting this mentality, she began receiving headhunting offers for CFO positions from external companies—not just one offer, but several opportunities came her way. Now, she is the CFO of a new organization, watch her full story here .
So, expect great things to happen, but hold that expectation lightly. And remember, expectation isn't about waiting for something to happen in the future—it's about living as if it's already happened. It's about bringing the future into the present moment.
Feel successful before you receive the promotion. Feel fulfilled before you lead a larger team. Feel abundant before your salary increases.
When you create these feelings within yourself, you become a magnet for experiences that match those feelings. This is what it means to live in the end result — embodying the version of yourself that already has everything you desire.
Imagine the version of yourself who leads a team of 400. How would you feel making strategic decisions for the organization? How would you handle conflicts in management meetings? How would you face pressure from the board? Start living as that version of yourself today. Don’t wait for external circumstances to change; be the change you want to see in your life.
Start with five minutes a day to feel the feelings of your future identity. As you do this consistently, you’ll begin to notice more moments of joy and gratitude throughout your day. Make this practice a regular part of your life, and you'll start to see bigger changes, seemingly by coincidence.
Opportunities will come to you, and the right people will be attracted to you. The manager that used to block your growth, things frustrate you won't affect you as much anymore. Before you know it, you'll look around and realize you've changed. Your life has transformed not through struggle, sacrifice, or force, but by letting go of outcomes, trusting, and expecting great things.
Many people tell me, "I don't prioritize myself. I care about others, prioritize others—my colleagues, my family, and my friends."
Consider this:
When you become better, feel joyful, successful, and abundant, you inspire others to reach for more in their own lives.
Just as being around someone charismatic, positive, confident, and successful inspires you to believe more is possible for yourself, you have the power to positively influence others too. Don’t hold yourself back; it’s not selfish. By being your best and most abundant self, you're encouraging others to do the same.
Now I want to talk about something that can really accelerate your career growth: the power of your words.
The words you speak are like spells that influence your life. They have the power to create or destroy, to bring about magic or tragedy.
Pay attention to the words you use, both when talking to others and, more importantly, when talking to yourself. Are you constantly complaining? Saying things like 'My boss is blocking my career' or 'My team is a mess', "My company is toxic"?
Are you focusing on lack and limitation?
Are you often saying positions at the top are very rare, and even if they exist, they are pre-decided before I can apply? Instead, use words of abundance, possibility, and gratitude. Make a conscious effort to speak in a way that aligns with what you want to create.
For instance, instead of saying 'My manager is blocking my career,' say 'My manager has her own insecurities, challenges, and priorities.' Instead of thinking 'This person got the SVP job; she's much less qualified than I am,' try 'I am happy for her promotion. She proves that such possibilities exist for me too. If she can get a senior position, it means I can as well.'
Learn to handle negative news and people with grace, and most importantly, be mindful of how you talk to yourself.
Your self-talk shapes your reality more than anything else. Speak to yourself with kindness, encouragement, and respect. Be your own biggest cheerleader.
Because when you take care of yourself, you have so much more to give to others and to your dreams. And remember, self-care isn't just about your physical health; it’s about your mental and emotional health too. Pay attention to the thoughts you're feeding your mind.
Are you constantly affected by negative news or engaging in gossip? Or are you feeding your mind with inspiring books, uplifting conversations, and celebrating your daily wins?
Your mind is like a garden; what you plant and nourish is what will grow. So be intentional about what you're planting in your mental garden.
Let me remind you, as a final note, that this journey is not about reaching a destination. It’s not just about getting that job title or income increase—your journey continues beyond those milestones.
There will be ups and downs. There will be days when you feel on top of the world, like when you receive an interview invitation, and there will be days when staying positive feels challenging, like when you got an unfair performance review from your manager.
And that’s okay; it’s all part of the human experience. The only difference between where you are now and senior executive leaders or CEOs whom you look up to is not that you get more than they did, but in how you handle these setbacks. I can assure you they've faced their fair share of challenges, if not more.
Remember, you don't need to be positive all the time or feel amazing 24/7. Instead, commit to consciously creating your reality. Don't let what happened yesterday define what’s possible tomorrow. Choose repeatedly to focus on what you want rather than what you don’t.
As you practice this mindset consistently, you'll begin to notice small changes and miracles in your life. Perhaps you’ll find yourself feeling more peaceful, grateful, and you are more patient with your kids, you have more empathy for your difficult manager. You'll manage stress and frustrations better and be more present with your loved ones after work.
With continued practice, these shifts will become a natural part of your life. Eventually, you’ll see larger changes—opportunities will come your way, and the right people will enter your life at the right time.
If you’re ready for this transformation—not just in terms of resume writing or interview techniques, but for a substantial leap in your career—I invite you to join my coaching program, The 1% Academy.
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