Welcome to Mavens 101: A People Transformation Consultancy
We’re not just about roles, resumes, or reorgs—we’re about reshaping how people work, grow, and lead.

At Mavens 101, we partner with the individual and small and mid-sized businesses to transform talent into a true engine for impact. From recruiting strategy and team design to leadership coaching and career architecture, we deliver people-first solutions that scale.

We’re thrilled to relaunch with a sharper mission, new tools, and even more ways to help you build the future of work—intentionally.

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Talent, Tailored.

Teams, Transformed.

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Our Services

Founded by former Chief People Officer Geneèn Wright, Mavens 101 serves:

  • Small and medium businesses with people strategies and data-driven people frameworks that empower organizations to thrive.

  • Entry to emerging VP-level professionals with Career Architecture guidance.

Through our holistic, human-centric, AI-conscious approach, we transform the workforce.

In addition to our customized frameworks and career planning guidance, we provide elevated cross-industry networking opportunities that connect professionals with industry leaders, peers, and market influencers, fostering a vibrant community for collaboration and growth.

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    People Solutions

    For the employer, schedule a consultation to discuss the evolution of your People Strategies, including HR, Talent, and Operations

    Evolve
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    Career Architecture

    For individuals, enroll in Mavens 101 Career Architecture Program, an online, self-guided course that results in a blueprint for career growth.

    Enroll
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    GATHERED

    Join Mavens 101 Gathered —an industry-agnostic collective featuring curated discussions, mixers, workshops, and retreats. - (Launching Fall '25)

    Gather
  • Career Coaching

    Career Coaching

    For a more personalized approach to career planning, utilize Geneèn's 1:1 expert guidance to achieve career clarity and plan for the next phase in your career journey.

    Transform

Insights & Inspiration

Delve into Mavens 101 Blog, which features articles written as thoughtful prompts designed to ignite your potential and guide your professional journey.

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The Strategic Work Style: Leveraging Vision and Planning for Long-Term Success
The Strategic Work Style: Leveraging Vision and Planning for Long-Term Success

In Post 4 of our 5-part Workstyle Series, we explore the advantages and disadvantages of the strategic work style. Showcasing how strategic workers excel at planning, problem-solving, and resource optimization, while also facing challenges like overthinking and indecision. Continue reading and discover practical tips for balancing long-term vision with the need for quick action and flexibility.

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Bias By Design: Safeguarding Inclusion in the Age of Intelligent Systems
Bias By Design: Safeguarding Inclusion in the Age of Intelligent Systems

Black women are leaving corporate America—not from lack of drive, but because bias still shapes how they're seen and supported. As AI becomes the new gatekeeper in hiring and evaluation, we face a pivotal choice: design for inclusion or risk automating inequality.

This piece explores the urgent need for responsible AI frameworks, the business impact of attrition, and why corporate social responsibility must evolve.

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The Go-Getter Work Style: Harnessing Its Power Without Overdrive
The Go-Getter Work Style: Harnessing Its Power Without Overdrive

Join us as we explore the advantages and disadvantages of being a go-getter in the workplace. Learn how to leverage your go-getter mindset for success without falling into the trap of overwork or burnout and discover practical tips for maintaining balance, managing impatience, and strengthening team collaboration.

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  • "Mavens 101 helped me reframe how I define success on my terms. Freeing me to plan for the future I want."

    - Rebecca R.

  • “I struggled when returning to work from maternity leave; with Geneèn’s guidance, I was able first to adjust my goals and then manage 360 expectations.”

    Shelly, C.

  • “Geneèn helped me re-negotiate my compensation package, helping me advocate for myself and write an email that clearly showed what I do and why it matters in dollars and sense.”

    Sarah, H.

  • After being laid off, due to budget cuts, I struggled to figure out my next career move, Geneen helped me reframe my thinking and plot my next career move based on my wants, not my fears.

    Erica, R.

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