Success Stories Â
FROM DOUBTING MYSELF TO LANDING A SIX-FIGURE ROLE IN TECH SALES
I thought I wasn’t cut out for Account Executive role—turns out, I just needed the right environment and the right mentor.
HOW I LEFT ACCOUNTING & DISCOVERED MY DREAM CAREER IN TECH SALES
I was stuck, unfulfilled, and questioning every choice I’d ever made - until I joined Top Candidate Blueprint.
HOW I FUTURE-PROOFED MY CAREER & LANDED A HIGH-GROWTH ROLE IN AI
I was coasting in my job, worried I’d be left behind—until Industry Pivot System helped me see my true potential.
HOW I BROKE THROUGH A CAREER PLATEAU & FOUND MY GLOBAL IMPACT
The Industry Pivot System showed me I could position my corporate finance skills in the high-growth smart cities sector and that environment change doubled my income in just 3 months.
HOW I REBUILT MY CAREER AFTER COVID - AND TRIPLED MY INCOME
I went from being laid off in aviation to thriving in tech sales, all thanks to Industry Pivot System.
HOW I JUMPED TO A SENIOR ENTERPRISE SALES ROLE (AND A 43%+ PAY RAISE)
I was doing "fine" in my sales role but watching others with similar experience land senior positions with much higher pay until I realized I was trapped in a low-growth environment.
HOW I SUCCESSFULLY PIVOTED FROM OIL & GAS TO SUSTAINABILITY CONSULTINGÂ
From ignored applications to 8 interview requests in 3 weeks – the strategic positioning that turned my international background into my greatest advantage.
HOW I ESCAPED A CAREER DEAD-END AT A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FIRM AND FOUND MY PATH TO GROWTH
From invisible consultant to valued strategic partner – because the problem wasn't my skills, it was being in the wrong environment.
HOW I SECURED A 20% SALARY INCREASE USING DATA-BACKED NEGOTIATION
I knew I deserved more for my expanded responsibilities, but fear and uncertainty kept me from asking until I learned how to confidently demonstrate my true market value.
Kim Schmidt
Head of E-commerce
“I had plenty of amazing e-commerce experience, but I kept missing out on opportunities because I couldn’t articulatemy value in interviews. Gaurav helped me translate my background into tangible results businesses understand. Soon after, I landed a Senior Head of E-Commerce role with a multi-six-figure package!”
Iris Otano
Director Technical Program ManagerÂ
“I’ve always had a strong background, but somehow my salary never quite matched the value I brought to the table. Working with Gaurav changed that. He guided me through a negotiation strategy that highlighted my ability to manage complex technical projects and solve high-level problems. As a result, I increased my total compensation by six figures—and for the first time, I feel like I’m being paid what I’m worth. Having that confidence has transformed how I approach my role, and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome.”
Sandipan Basu
Regional Category Manager
“I was doing well enough, but I felt like I’d hit a plateau and didn’t have the energy or excitement to keep going. Rather than jump ship, Gaurav guided me in re-examining my priorities and deciding whether a senior role within my current company might be the answer. We overhauled my professional branding and focused on how to advocate for my own advancement. I landed a leadership position in the same organization, complete with better pay and more autonomy.”
 Camilia Gurriaran
Legal and Policy Officer
“I was applying for legal roles in an incredibly competitive environment and struggling to prove I could handle complex projects—especially since I was early in my career. Gaurav helped me build my confidence and articulate my expertise in a way that genuinely showcased my potential. After making those changes to my CV, LinkedIn, and interview approach, I landed a job at a top European firm in just six weeks. I’m already on track for rapid progress, and I couldn’t be happier!”
Srujan Kumar
Project ManagerÂ
“As an international student, I was struggling to land interviews for jobs in the UK, sending out endless CV with no responses. Even when I did get interviews, they'd say they couldn’t sponsor me, and I felt stuck. Since I started working with Gaurav, who'd been an international student himself, everything changed. He showed me exactly how to position myself as a top candidate, identify the right companies willing to sponsor, and highlight the value I bring in my CV during the interviews. Within a few weeks, I secured a sponsored role that completely transformed my career prospects.”
Aditya Gavali
Senior Data Specialist
“I was stuck in a credit analyst role, and it felt like my broader skill set was going unused. I tried internal applications, but no one seemed to see how I could pivot to a more data-focused job. Then Gaurav helped me articulate my value in a way that directly addressed what my company needed—he even worked with me on a concise pitch showing how I’d succeed as a Senior Data Specialist. Within weeks, I secured an internal move to a more senior role in a different department, giving me the fresh challenge I’d been craving. Now I’m happier, more engaged, and excited to push my limits further.”
Uliana Smirnova
Senior Brand ManagerÂ
“Feeling stuck in my career, I sought Gaurav's expertise. His support in identifying my strengths and core values was a turning point. It significantly improved my understanding of the types of roles and work environments that would be the best fit for me.”
Raghav Dawar
Global Enterprise Account
“I was moving from abroad to London and had tons of experience, but I couldn’t get recruiters to pay attention. Gaurav’s strategy helped me rebrand myself as a global talent who could bring in international business. He also guided me to target companies that needed someone with a global sales perspective, rather than just a regional focus. Soon, I had multiple offers in London and ended up in a Global Enterprise Account role with uncapped commission—an amazing turnaround from where I started!”
Natalia M.
Business Development Â
“I was determined to refine my sales skills and really highlight the success I’d had in past roles, but I struggled to show employers how my experience translated to a new business development position. Working with Gaurav taught me how to present myself as a proactive problem solver instead of just another candidate. I revamped my CV and interview strategy to emphasize my strengths, and I soon landed a sales role with uncapped commission—exactly what I’d been aiming for. Now, I’m growing my skill set every day and feeling more confident than ever.”
Manthan Shan
Cyber Security Analyst
“I was doing all right in my current job, but I wanted something with real six-figure potential - something that would keep me ahead in a fast-evolving industry. Gaurav and I honed in on cybersecurity, reorienting my CV and LinkedIn to showcase the precise mix of technical and soft skills employers look for. I soon secured a role at a globally recognized firm and started advancing internally soon after, all while enjoying a significant salary boost. It’s amazing how targeted positioning can change everything.”
Xiole ChenÂ
Solution Consultant
“I was at a company where my career growth felt completely stalled, and I was worried about how to future-proof my skill set. That’s when I reached out to Gaurav. He helped me analyze which high-growth industries matched my experience, then we reworked my CV and LinkedIn to spotlight my problem-solving abilities in a sales consulting context. Within three weeks, I landed a role at a top-100 company in my chosen space and I’ve already been promoted twice in two years. Now I’m thriving as a Solutions Consultant with uncapped commission, and I finally feel secure in both my earning potential and career trajectory.”
Joyle B.Â
Operations Leader
“I was sending out tons of applications, only to face rejection after rejection. Gaurav’s outreach strategy finally helped me show hiring managers the tangible results I could deliver, backed up by a stronger CV and LinkedIn presence. That led me to an ideal operations role, and I was promoted after just one year because of the impact I made. Finding the right environment has completely changed how I feel about my career.”
Christopher Arida
Consulting Professional
“After running my own business for years, I decided to return to the corporate world—but I wasn’t sure how to position my entrepreneurial track record. Gaurav helped me translate everything I’d learned as a founder—strategy, operations, leadership—into a powerful CV and LinkedIn profile. Shortly after, I joined a consulting firm, where the team recognized my unique skill set almost immediately, and I advanced quickly in just a year. It’s amazing to see how the right positioning can open doors.”
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