My Story
After decades of building what I thought a successful career should look like, I found myself at a crossroads. Despite prestigious positions and steady advancement, something was missing. I craved work that aligned more deeply with me, and opportunities to make a positive difference.
That realization led to a bold move: completely reinventing my career after age 40. Through this transition, I discovered my true calling—helping women achieve authentic success on their own terms.
I often meet brilliant, accomplished women who feel stuck in careers that drain rather than energize them. While many have achieved traditional success, they yearn for something more meaningful. Every woman deserves to achieve authentic success, where her career aligns with her values, honors her strengths, and creates meaningful impact. Having progressed from frustration to fulfillment myself, I understand what it takes to redefine success on your own terms. And that is why I do this work. Nothing brings me greater joy than witnessing women step into their power and create the career they've always dreamed of.
Dr. Erica Walls, Owner & CEO of Inspire to Excel
Expertise & Approach
I specialize in guiding mid-career women to achieve authentic success—professional achievement that aligns with their values, skills, and strengths. Through years of career coaching, I've refined an approach that truly works for women ready to transform their careers.
Drawing from my background as an award-winning educator with a PhD focused in women's work policies, 30+ years of professional experience, and coaching dozens of women, I offer:
Systematic, research-based methodologies
Warm, personalized guidance
A safe space for vulnerability and growth
Continuous reflection and feedback
Practical tools for lasting change
This approach blends structured support with heartfelt guidance, earning a perfect 5.0 client satisfaction rating.
Our Mission
Inspire to Excel is a purpose-driven social enterprise committed to women's holistic achievement. We measure success through both transformative client outcomes and broader community impact.
Our dual mission means:
For Our Clients: Delivering premium career services that create measurable results and lasting positive change.
For Our Community: Expanding access to career development through purposeful partnerships and impactful initiatives.
This commitment has generated tremendous results! Here are just a few examples:
Client Transformations
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242% enhancement in networking confidence
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200% improvement in salary negotiation skills
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188% increase in career clarity
Community Engagement
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Helping women who earn low income become job-ready and thrive professionally.
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Supporting the careers of breast cancer patients and survivors while raising awareness and funding.
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Mentoring younger women and girls in career development and entrepreneurship.
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