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Elliott Davis

Founder and CEO, Mid Dive
$240/Session
4 Reviews
Expertise:
Salary + Compensation, Networking, Cultivating Confidence, Job Search Strategies, Interview Questions, Resumes, Leadership + Management, Career Transitions, Career Development, Industry Insight, Public Speaking + Presentations
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About Me

Who let the guy in here?! Hi! I'm Elliott, Career Contessa's first male mentor. I'm excited to meet you! A few things about me: - I'm currently in Charlotte, NC, but I've previously lived in 6 countries on 4 continents. - I have a wife and baby boy who both love to swim. - I love a good run and I'm working towards a 10K one day. - I've kicked my candy habit like... 37 times. It's a problem. - My favorite things to do professionally are coaching and running workshops for clients. - I've worked at or consulted with some of the coolest tech and consumer product companies in the world If you're looking to get more out of your work, you've come to the right mentor. To help you win at work, I specialize in these three areas: Career exploration/transition: If you want to change industries or functions to better align with your skills, passions, and goals, then I can help you successfully make the switch. Don't underestimate the change in perspective necessary to make past experiences appear attractive to future opportunities. Managing up (and down): If you want to get scary good at reading a room, intuiting what colleagues and managers mean by the things they say and do, motivating misaligned teammates, or building more high-value relationships at work, then I will give you the tools you need. Remember: it's not "what" you know or even "who" you know, but how well you understand the people around you. Pursuing YOUR goals: If you're not getting as much personal benefit from your job as you'd like (think: personal/professional development, fair compensation, growth opportunities), I can teach you how to meet YOUR objectives and company objectives without any additional stress or strain. Let's get smart about advocating for YOU. __________________________ Feel free to reach out on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/elliottdavis1/) if you'd like a FREE 15-minute vibe check before booking. Areas of expertise: Interviewing (1:1, group, panel, case, presentation, etc.) Negotiating Offers *nicely* Quitting *gracefully* Career Switching Working Globally Thriving as an Expat Delivering Difficult Feedback to Direct Reports Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Self-Doubt Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Emotional Intelligence Generational Intelligence Motivating Others Influencing Others Looking forward to meeting you!

Get to Know Me

Current Position
Founder and CEO, Mid Dive
Previous Positions
Head of Advisory Services (Consulting), Creative Talent Endeavors January 2022 - February 2024
Global Leadership Development and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Leader, Samsung September 2016 - March 2021
Managing Consultant, IBM August 2010 - June 2014
Business Development, Google May 2008 - September 2008
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) | Harvard Business School
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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Reviews

I met with Elliott on short notice and was genuinely blown away by how impactful the session was. He was sharp, insightful, and helped me cut straight to the core of the issue with clarity and focus. His guidance was both thoughtful and highly practical — I walked away with clear, actionable steps and a renewed sense of direction. He even helped me determine my BATNA, giving me a much stronger foundation to navigate the negotiation in real time. Elliott struck a rare and valuable balance between giving me space to process and reflect while also keeping the session focused and productive — no small feat, especially with a brand-new client. He nailed it. On top of that, he brought a sense of levity and calm to what had felt like a stressful process, which made all the difference. It was incredibly grounding. I absolutely plan to work with Elliott again. He's a total rock star, and I highly recommend him.

Brian D. , 42
Apr. 18, 2025

Elliott was great; he listened well and asked thoughtful questions. He gave me some concrete tactics to navigate a work situation, and he also gave me some homework to help me reflect and think through next steps. I already feel as though I have more clarity, and I look forward to our next session.

Shannon B. , 47
Apr. 11, 2025

I came into the conversation uncertain about my next steps. Elliott took the time to truly understand my unique situation. His thoughtful perspective and insightful questions helped me see things more clearly. What stood out most was how validating the experience was. I left with more clarity and confidence in my path forward. Elliott also shared practical strategies that made everything feel more manageable and grounded. Even beyond the reason I originally reached out, he offered guidance that helped me think more broadly about my overall career path—adding unexpected but incredibly valuable perspective. Elliott went well beyond what I expected - I am incredibly grateful for the time, insight, and support he offered.

Shiv S. , 30
Apr. 03, 2025

I had the pleasure of working with Elliott Davis during a career coaching session, and he was absolutely amazing. From the moment the session started, Elliott was patient, a great listener, and incredibly easy to open up to. He created a comfortable environment that made it easy to discuss my concerns and uncertainties. I came into the session feeling a bit lost about where I wanted to go in my career transition, but Elliott listened thoughtfully, asked the right questions, and guided me toward roles that align perfectly with my previous experience and career goals. His insights were clear, practical, and very informative. I would highly recommend Elliott to anyone seeking career guidance. His ability to connect, understand, and provide tailored advice is outstanding. I look forward to using his services again in the future!

Joseph V. , 39
Jan. 14, 2025