Corporate Graduation® (formerly Uncaged Life Design)Reviews of matthewdoan.com

I have been an entrepreneur for 20+ years and wish I would have found Matt and Cecilia sooner. The level of detail that they bring to the process of coaching is phenomenal. Between Matt's encouragement to dig a little deeper on every business exercise and Cecelia's encouragement to lean into the positive, mentally, there is something that I am convinced everyone can use. The combination of systems thinking, understanding your energy and learning how to channel it is a life-changer! Thanks, you two.

I joined the Uncaged Life Design (ULD) program in Feb 2025. This program taught me how to identify my strengths within and hone in on them to build a marketable and sellable, succinctly-explained service. Matt, Cecilia, and the community do a great job of listening, coaching and providing helpful feedback. As a result of this program, you'll re-frame your perspective on what really matters in your corporate role, and prioritize that while still being impactful and effective, to reclaim your time and redirect that energy toward your solo offering. If you're a corporate professional looking for clarity on what's next, I highly recommend that you consider ULD.

Joining ULD has been one of the most transformative experiences of my professional life. I didn’t expect to find such a high-level, supportive community — people who truly understand where I’m at and push me toward who I want to become. With Matt’s leadership, I’ve gained clarity, built entrepreneurial momentum, and taken real action — not just spinning in activity. I’ve launched a business I’m deeply passionate about, built a pipeline, and I’m preparing to serve my first cohort — something I’ve tried and failed to do for years. I’ve also grown professionally, earning a promotion and finally shedding the need to constantly seek approval. For the first time, I see a clear, exciting path forward — one that’s aligned with my values and legacy. ULD didn’t just give me tools. It gave me belief, direction, and a community that’s walking this journey with me.

I had plateaued at my job. Senior vice president, great salary, bonuses, 401k match, stock options – all the reasons to be happy. And in many ways I was. I had 'made it' after a decade with a great manager and team. But I found myself asking: 'What now? I can't possibly do the same thing for another decade. How do I get unstuck?' I felt deeply misaligned – what I was doing wasn't how I wanted to spend my time. With family deaths and global events, I felt this urgent sense that tomorrow isn't promised. This misalignment caused me to toss and turn at night, show up groggy and irritable. At dinner with my wife and daughters, I wasn't fully present because I was thinking about what I really wanted to be doing. I wasn't showing up as the husband and father I wanted to be. Taking control meant learning to do my corporate job efficiently without going above and beyond. This opened up capacity to consider what else I could be doing. Through Uncaged Life Design, I began to form my business and post on LinkedIn, taking messy action versus no action. When I eventually faced a reduction in force, I was mentally prepared. The turning point came when my friend Chad passed away at just 33. He had completely transformed his life to help others and follow his purpose. That's how I wanted to live – fully authentic, no longer pretending. Today, it's night and day. Before, I felt trapped in a box, pretending to be someone I wasn't. Now I wake up being 100% authentically me. Nobody's telling me what to do or say. I'm not operating from a place of chasing status, title, or higher paychecks. I'm operating from a place of service, asking: 'What lights me up? What gives me purpose? If money didn't matter, what would I be doing?' Now I'm inspiring people both online and on stages as a paid professional speaker for high schools, colleges, and corporations. I'm a paid coach where grown men and women invest in me to help them level up. And my book is ready to launch. I'm in pursuit of purpose and impact, trying to get as close to 100% authentically Lance as I can be – and that feels transformative. If you've maxed out on the corporate path and know you're meant for something much bigger both professionally and personally, Uncaged Life Design is your gym, community, and framework that will help you break free and build a life on your own authentic terms

ULD is an enlightening and transformational experience. After decades of corporate life gave me tunnel vision, ULD has enabled me to transform my mindset and opened a world of possibilities. The program combines mindset and business coaching, both internal and external motivational resources (books, social media, movies, etc.) and -- something I didn't realize would be so valuable -- the support and encouragement of my fellow ULD tribe members. It has been a great investment for me!

I signed up expecting a course to help me start my business, but instead, I struck gold. This program has completely re-designed my life—helping me live better, do meaningful work, and truly thrive. It feels like someone pumped oxygen back into my life. Before this, I was stuck on another hamster wheel, just going through the motions. One of the most profound changes has been the quality of my relationships. My husband and I now share a deeper connection, and I didn’t realize how much that would impact his bond with our daughter. We were all living in fight-or-flight mode, but now we’re more present and connected, living each day with intention and joy. Personally, I’ve found peace—mentally and emotionally. I feel less anxious, even while juggling more with my side business. Professionally, I’ve been able to disconnect in a healthy way. I no longer cling to my job title as the sole measure of my success. Through this program, I discovered a business idea that truly inspires me. I now have clear, tactical steps to build it, and every day, I wake up energized and excited to work on it. For the first time, I feel like I own my time and have the freedom to pursue work that aligns with my purpose. The idea I’ve created is meaningful—it helps people and gives my life a deeper sense of satisfaction. Entrepreneurship no longer feels like a distant, scary dream. It feels real, achievable, and within my grasp. And I know—I will do this!

Uncaged Life Design: A Transformational Journey to Freedom and Fulfillment When I first encountered Uncaged Life Design, I was entrenched in the corporate mindset—structured, safe, but undeniably stifling. Like so many professionals, I had aspirations that extended far beyond the confines of my daily grind, but I lacked the clarity, tools, and courage to transform those dreams into a tangible reality. Enter Matt Doan and his revolutionary coaching program. Matt doesn’t merely teach; he ignites. With an uncanny ability to deconstruct limiting beliefs and reframe old narratives, he guided me to unearth the entrepreneurial spirit I thought had been dulled by years in the corporate trenches. His approach is as methodical as it is intuitive, blending strategic frameworks with deeply personal insights that feel both enlightening and empowering. The program promises to help you shift from a corporate mindset to an entrepreneurial one, and it delivers beyond expectation. Under Matt’s guidance, I didn’t just dip my toes into the entrepreneurial waters—I dove in headfirst. Together, we mapped out a vision, defined a category, and crafted a business model so aligned with my values and passions that it feels less like work and more like purpose in action. What sets Matt apart is his genuine investment in his clients. He doesn’t offer cookie-cutter solutions; instead, he tailors his approach to ensure your success is as unique as your aspirations. Every session left me feeling not only more prepared but also profoundly seen and supported. Today, I’m on the cusp of launching a business that feels like an extension of my soul. It’s bold, creative, and wholly mine—something I could never have envisioned without the guidance of Uncaged Life Design. If you’re feeling stuck, stifled, or unsure of how to take the leap into entrepreneurship, let this be your sign. Matt Doan and his program don’t just change careers; they change lives. Five stars aren’t enough—this is the kind of coaching that inspires a lifetime of gratitude.

Matt, Cecilia, and Uncaged Life Design has given me a completely new outlook on life. Feeling caged in a position where I was unable to see anything but stagnation and defeat, Uncaged Life Design made me realize that there is more, and gave me the tools to keep that vision through out my life. The method takes in to account your whole life, not just the executive, and transforms you to a position of power, hope, excitement, and joy. And it doesn't just affect you, but your family as well. I am in the process of putting together my plan to break free from the cage, but even if you just take the course to better yourself and allow you to see that there is more, it is well worth the cost. If I had to do it again, I would 100% jump in.