Move with Leverage.

Maximize high-stakes offers using verified compensation benchmarks and structured negotiation strategy.


Over $1M+

in compensation increases secured for senior technical women.

WE'VE NEGOTIATED OFFERS AT:
  • "With Danielle's strategic guidance, I increased my package by $40k over the initial offer and secured compensation above the standard band."

    M.W., Software Engineer, Meta

  • “Danielle's expertise gave me the confidence to ask for compensation that matched my true value. I secured both a title advancement and a $50,000 base salary increase.”

    J.W., Senior Software Engineer, Rippling

  • “18C was an invaluable resource as I evaluated companies and the offer I ultimately accepted. They understood my goals, helped me refine what I wanted in my next step, and were incredibly responsive throughout the process. With 18C’s support and negotiation guidance, I was able to move past my own decision paralysis and negotiate up a level.”

    D.R., Senior Software Engineer, Linktree

  • “18C supported me through my full job search, from connecting me with the right recruiters to evaluating two startup offers. As someone negotiating for the first time, I relied on their guidance to compare company risk, manage deadlines, and ask for more with confidence. I secured a $10K base increase and $30K more in equity.”

    S.W., Software Engineer, Snapchat

  • “Danielle provided market data and negotiation strategies that made all the difference. With her help, I secured a $10K bump and additional equity on the offer I took.”

    C.R., Senior Software Engineer, Flexport

  • “When I started working with Danielle, I was already in the offers stage and struggling to balance minimizing regret with accepting one of my opportunities. During the whirlwind final weeks of my search, she provided both strategic clarity and genuine support. I landed an offer I felt truly confident accepting.”

    A.R., Senior Software Engineer, Uber

Position Yourself Before the Offer Arrives

Most people wait until an offer shows up to think about negotiation. That is when leverage is lowest.

We help you prepare from the beginning of your search so you enter every conversation informed and positioned correctly.

We help you:

Define what you actually want next beyond compensation

01

Understand real compensation benchmarks and equity structures

02

Align interviews to the right scope and level

03

Sequence conversations to create competitive leverage

04

Avoid common anchoring mistakes

05

Navigate live negotiations with clarity and control

06

You do not guess your way through high-stakes decisions.

You prepare with data and context.

Coaching Options

Danielle has negotiated thousands of offers across startups, growth-stage companies, and public tech firms over 13+ years.

This coaching is available exclusively to 18C Network Members.

Single Offer Review


$360

1 Hour 1:1 Strategy Session


Best For:

Offer in Hand


  • Strategy Notes

  • Single Offer Support


Non Refundable

Start Up Package


$699

2 hour 1:1 strategy sessions (1 hour  2x 30 min follow ups)


Best For:

Multiple Start up Offers


  • Live Benchmark Comp Review

  • 18C Equity Dilution Calculator

  • Call + Email Scripts 


$10k Guarantee

Full Search Package 


$1999

3 months


Best For:

Multiple FAANG offers or full search strategy


  • 18C Benchmark Comp Report

  • 18C Equity Dilution Calculator

  • Call + Email Scripts

  • 18C Slack Access 3 months


$20k Guarantee

Curious about the network and coaching model?

Book a short intro call to see if 18C is the right fit for your next move.

Recent negotiation wins:

Series A | Engineer

Level increase

+$10k base

+$30k equity

Total : +$40k

Meta | Engineer

Role advance

+$10k base

+$40k equity & +$15k sign-on

Total : +$65k

Series B | Engineer

Title increase

+$20k base

+$40k equity

Total : +$60k

Series D | Engineer

Role advance

+$15k base

+$20k equity & +$15k sign-on

Total : +$45k

Uber | Engineer

Level increase

+$40k base

+$125k equity & +$20k sign-on

Total : +$185k

Series D | Engineer

Title increase

+$15k base

+$10k equity &

Total : +$25k

Understand your value before you negotiate it.

Access verified compensation benchmarks and expert coaching inside the 18C Network.

Common Questions

  • The best time to start coaching is before you need it. For maximum impact, we recommend:

    • Book a Free Discovery Call before starting your job search or talking to recruiters

    • Book a Quick Review or Quick Win session before interviewing to prepare your strategy OR if you have a few questions on your single offer

    • As soon as you receive an indication of your first offer at the onsite stage, book a package to maximize negotiation potential

    • Even if you're just exploring options - early preparation leads to better outcomes

  • All sessions are 1:1 with Danielle via Zoom. Each session is structured to:

    • Address your specific situation and goals

    • Provide actionable strategies and scripts

    • Include follow-up documentation

    • Give you clear next steps

    • Record key insights (Full Strategy package includes AI recordings)

    • Packages are refundable if no increase is obtained

  • Beyond the coaching sessions, you receive:

    • Custom negotiation scripts and email templates

    • Market compensation data for your role

    • Access to our proprietary equity calculator (Full Search package)

    • Unlimited email, text & Slack support during your search

    • Reference materials and resources

    • Follow-up documentation after each session

  • Equity can be one of the most complex parts of compensation. We help by:

    • Breaking down equity terminology and variables in clear terms

    • Using our proprietary calculator to value equity packages against your current comp

    • Explaining different types of equity (RSUs, options, etc.)

    • Providing benchmarks for your level and role

    • Teaching you how to ask the right questions

    • Helping you negotiate both size and terms of equity packages

  • Our goal is to ensure you have a successful experience & increase your pay! All 18C packages offer a refund option, from half to full refunds if there is no successful outcome. Our one time hourly sessions do not offer refunds.

  • 100% of customers have received an increase on their initial offer.

  • We recommend you book a free intro call to assess the best time to book a package. Single sessions can also be booked at this stage and applied to future packages.