This might sound familiar…
You're a high achiever.
You’re also multi-gifted.
Driven. Motivated. Ambitious.
A Creative Powerhouse.
That's how they describe you.
You have an insatiable desire to learn, make, and grow. You know that success requires discipline and your commitment to your personal, professional, and creative development is incomparable.
You get excited by the thrill of a new challenge.
When others say they can't, you decide that you can...and will.
You choose the road less traveled because…
You know that change is in the journey, not the destination.
You aim for the top, but when you fall short, you don't stay down for long.
You might even be an F.O.D.
- The First in your family to earn the degree. -
- The Only one in your team to push the needle further. -
- Or the one your friend group says, is built Different. -
You are the Big Dreamer and Big Achiever.
You've had the dream.
Maybe you've accomplished the dream.
You might be living the dream right now.
Yet, something still feels "off"
And, you can't quite put your finger on it. Or,…
You know exactly what it is.
- You feel unsatisfied and unfulfilled. -
- Stagnation is slowly creeping in. -
- You're creatively tapped out. -
- But, more than anything… -
You feel stuck and don’t know
where to go or who to turn to.
It’s hard to share because everyone believes you're "living the life".
You've earned the awards, you've gained the recognition,
you've beaten the odds, and you overcame the plateaus.
You've climbed a lot of mountains, but this one feels...different.
You might've heard, "How can someone have it all and be unhappy?"
And you probably wanted to respond, but knew that they wouldn't get it.
Does this sound like you?
If it does, then, you're in the right place.
I know these feelings all too well because that was me, too.
At 27, I accomplished my dream and became a professor.
8 years later, I said, "...I don't want to do this anymore."
I'm an F.O.D. as well.
- The First in my family to go to graduate school. -
- The Only Black faculty member in the department. -
- The “strong friend” because I’m built Different. -
It took me a few years to find my rhythm again.
And, I'll admit, it felt insurmountable,...at first.
But for someone like you and me, we don't give up easily.
So, I get it.
And, if we work together,
I may get you.
How To Work With Me
Next Level Self Coaching Program
A transformational journey to become your Next Level Self and design your career (and life) of impact, purpose, and fulfillment.
Together, we will:
Clearly define who your Next Level Self is and craft your North Star (your skills, strengths, and superpowers).
Pinpoint the roadblocks in your path and turn those obstacles into opportunities
Refine your “Why”, develop your professional roadmap, and position you to succeed with clarity, alignment, and direction.
Build the foundations that support and sustain your Next Level Self.
Who Is This For:
The person who is ready to go beyond their plateau and wants extended guidance, clarity, and support.
O2O: Obstacle to Opportunity
A focused strategy session to gain clear direction, focused momentum, and actionable next steps.
Sometimes, you don’t need a full coaching program. Instead, you need an intensive deep dive to overcome a pressing challenge.
In the Obstacle to Opportunity session, we will:
Identify the core of the obstacle you’re facing.
Uncover any underlying challenges and roadblocks in your path.
Reframe your obstacle into a strategically aligned opportunity.
Position you with actionable next steps to achieve new opportunities.
Who Is This For:
The person who needs a high-powered conversation to get them unstuck and wants one-time guidance, clarity, and support.
Before we continue,
let me introduce myself.
I'm Marq Mervin, and welcome to 23Thirty.
I'm here to help you overcome your professional plateaus and transform into your Next Level Self.
Who I Work With
I work with high-achieving Creative Polymaths. I look for three distinct qualities before working with someone:
You're an awarded, mid-to-seasoned career professional.
You have an ambitious, forward-thinking drive.
You embrace challenges and are committed to growth.
If that's you, then I'm glad to hear it. Let's keep going.
What Is The Next Level
I define Next Level as living, performing, and committing to one’s Highest. This means blooming in your Highest:
Creativity and Clarity
Passion and Purpose
Impact and Potential
Calling and Vision
Abundance, Gratitude, and Joy
How I Coach
I believe that professional growth is fundamentally rooted in personal transformation. I also believe that every person requires their own unique and custom support.
We use my proprietary Creative Self Framework as the foundation to visualize your Next Level Self and co-create your unique pathway to your personal transformation and professional expansion. The 4 Pillars of the Framework:
Envision - Clearly define who your future Self is and craft your North Star (your skills, strengths, and superpowers).
Identify - Pinpoint the roadblocks in your path and turn those obstacles into opportunities.
Improve - Refine your “Why”, develop your professional roadmap, and position you to succeed with clarity, alignment, and direction.
Sustain - Build the foundations that support and sustain your Next Level Self.
For a high achiever like you, it's a different kind of frustration to be stuck without a path forward.
Trust me, I know.
But imagine this...
A Day in The Life of Next Level You
Living with clarity and intention.
Thriving in your creativity and abundance.
Fully aligned with your passion and purpose.
Walking a path that's specifically and authentically yours.
Sustainably creating impact at your full potential.
Expressing the value of your work with confidence.
And most importantly—satisfied, fulfilled, and joyful.
That's who you can become.
And I want to help you get there.
Your Next Level Commitment
This is what to expect:
You will be challenged because I believe in your potential.
You will be asked the gut-punching, soul-stirring, core-rattling questions that help you find your answers.
You will be reminded that this is your mountain to climb, but you aren't alone anymore.
You should be willing to face your fears along this journey.
You should also be prepared to put in the quality hard work to build your courage muscle.
And above all else, you must be determined to make the climb.
Does this still sound like you?
If so, then let's talk.
I'm here whenever you're ready. Just remember—
Your Next Level is waiting for you at the top of the mountain.
So, are you ready to
start betting on yourself again?
If so, I invite you to apply below.
Coaching is both a process and experience. Because of this, it’s important to determine if we’re the right fit for your Next Level Commitment.
For me, this means my best work happens with a person who meets the following criteria:
An awarded, mid-to-seasoned career professional.
Ambitious with a forward-thinking drive.
Deeply committed to growth and embracing challenges.
For you, this means:
You should feel comfortable and confident working with me.
You want to know I’ll push you outside of your comfort zone.
You will want to see evidence of your transformation.
We can find this out by working together.
After I receive your application, I’ll review it and respond to you within 3 business days. If I believe we’re a good fit, I’ll invite you to a coaching session, or what I call, a high-powered conversation.
There is no fee, nor is there any obligation to move forward.
This is simply an invitation to a conversation.