Do more of what you love. Get paid what you’re worth.
Build the profitable business of your dreams. Our community, program content, and guidance help you grow your business as a corporate refugee.
Experience real community support — without going it alone.
When You Leave Corporate, You Lose More Than a Paycheck
You lose structure, feedback, and a team to lean on.
Why Going Solo Can Feel Harder Than You Expected
You left corporate life to gain freedom — but freedom without structure can feel like chaos.
Days blur together as you juggle client work, proposals, marketing, and admin — all while wondering if you’re focusing on the right things.
Without colleagues to exchange ideas or leaders to offer perspective, even small decisions can start to feel weighty.
You know you’re capable of more, yet it’s easy to stall — second-guessing priorities, struggling to stay visible, and losing confidence in your direction.
That’s when most entrepreneurs plateau — not because they lack skill, but because they’re trying to do everything alone.
“Without a traditional office or coworkers, I felt isolated. The community gave me the support and accountability to keep doing the work I love — even through tough times.”
— Holly Hester-Reilly, Founder of The Product Science Group
You don’t have to figure it
all out alone.
At Smashing the Plateau, You Don’t Have to Figure It All Out Alone
Fast-track your journey from corporate to thriving solopreneurship with expert, proven strategies. Unlock clarity, maximize your time, energy, and resources, and confidently build a profitable business with unwavering support from a results-driven community.
Our Community
Engage with accomplished consultants, coaches, and experts who actively support one another. Access answers to pressing questions, gain insights from specialists, hold each other accountable, and spark new opportunities.
Our Process
The SMASH System™: Ride the Waves of Growth
Growth doesn’t happen in straight lines — it moves in cycles.
The SMASH System™ helps you ride those natural waves with confidence instead of frustration.
Each cycle reinforces the last, lifting you to new levels of clarity, confidence, and progress — even when the path feels bumpy.
Clarity
Refocus on what matters most — your vision, priorities, and direction.
Connection
Turn isolation into collaboration through thinking partners and peer support.
Consistent Action
Build momentum through structure, accountability, and follow-through.
“Collaborating in the community helped me quickly level up my skillset and find focus.”
— Wayne Pelletier, Founder of ResonantPixel.co
Real growth comes from learning how to rise through the cycles.
See how the SMASH System™ works in action.
From Plateaued to Purposeful: What Changes When You Join
Before Joining
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Working hard but unsure what to focus on
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Feeling isolated and missing colleagues
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Second-guessing decisions
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Inconsistent business results
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Running your business alone
After Joining Smashing the Plateau
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A clear roadmap tied to your goals and values
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Trusted peers and thinking partners who keep you accountable
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Fresh ideas and targeted feedback from experts
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Systems and support that make progress repeatable
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Being part of a community that wants you to succeed
The result:
less stress, more clarity, and steady momentum toward the business, and life, you really want.
Ready to experience
clarity, connection, and consistent action?
Hear From Our Members
“Hear how members have turned uncertainty into momentum — in their own words.”
This community gave me the accountability and direction I was missing
— Ahsan Karim, lightvisiongroup.com
I created new goals, new services, and new income streams.
—Donna Fullerton, Market Innovation Consultant
Ready to see what’s possible
for your business?
Proof of Momentum & Credibility
Over the past decade, Smashing the Plateau has become a trusted voice for professionals turning their expertise into independence.
Our work has been featured in Forbes, Inc., and other leading publications, highlighting how the SMASH System™ and our community model help entrepreneurs find clarity, collaboration, and momentum.
Podcast: Nearly one thousand episodes featuring real stories and strategies from corporate refugees building independent success — the foundation that inspired our community and continues to fuel its growth.
Backed by over a decade of leadership, nearly one thousand podcast episodes, and a growing global network — the Smashing the Plateau Community helps professionals do what they love and get paid what they’re worth.
Real Results from Members
Ahsan Karim, lightvisiongroup.com
“Before joining the Smashing the Plateau community, I lacked the group accountability and some of the resources I needed to get to the next level. After I joined, I brought different issues to the community. David was able to give me a step-by-step plan and point me to the right resources. The weekly calls kept me on track. Within six months, I saw my business revenue grow by 20%.”
Naava Frank, Director of Knowledge Communities
“Being an independent consultant means doing many things – marketing, negotiating, writing and more. What I love about Smashing the Plateau is it’s like having a back office. Every week I meet with colleagues who have different expertise, and David helps us stay accountable. As a result, my consulting business has grown beyond what I imagined.”
Wayne Pelletier, Founder, ResonantPixel.co
“Before joining, my business lacked focus. I was wearing a lot of hats, but I wasn’t an expert at everything. Collaborating in the community helped me quickly level up my skillset and find focus. Since joining, my business has transitioned from a generalized service provider to a productized service for a very specific niche. I’m not sure I could’ve done it that fast on my own.”
Donna Fullerton, Market Innovation Consultant
“I’d been in business a long time, but I hit a lull. I realized I didn’t have a real plan. Joining the community helped me create one, stay accountable with weekly meetings, and develop new streams of income. Within a few months, I was seeing consistent growth.”
Troy Larson, CEO, troylarson.com
“My biggest challenge before joining was the feeling of going it alone and not having people to ask for advice. In the weekly meetings I heard other people had the same challenges, and how they were solving them. That gave me more confidence and definitely less stress. It reminded me I’m not failing – this is an ongoing game.”
Holly Hester-Reilly, Founder of The Product Science Group
“I joined because I was feeling isolated and wanted accountability and peers to work through challenges together. The most tangible result is that my business is not only still running, but we had a really strong year — even through COVID and the tech downturn.”
Ready to see what’s possible
for your business?