Keynote Speaker & Personal Development Coach
Susan F. Filan
You’ve built an incredible life, on paper. But inside, something feels off. It’s time to build a life that truly fits. Let’s rewrite that story together.
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ABOUT SUSAN
From High-Pressure to High-Purpose: My Wake-Up Call
I was a prosecutor. A professor. A national TV legal analyst. I had everything success promised: prestige, power, a platform. But behind the titles, I felt exhausted, disconnected and quietly unfulfilled.
Then came the wake-up call: a devastating accident. Five surgeries later, I experienced a profound spiritual awakening, one that changed everything.
I left law, academia and media behind. I stopped chasing external success and started creating true meaning. That’s when I discovered my calling: not in fighting battles for others, but in guiding high-achievers through their own.
Today, I am The Wake-Up Call Coach™, a dedicated keynote speaker and personal development coach. I help top-performing, high-pressure individuals face life-altering challenges and breakthroughs, turning moments of crisis into actionable change.
MY MISSION
When Life Falls Apart, You Don’t Have to Navigate It Alone
I know firsthand what it feels like when life suddenly shifts, just when you thought you had it all. I’ve made it my mission to help high-achievers who suddenly find themselves at a crossroads.
When everything you thought was solid changes, I guide you through the chaos, help you see what really matters and show you how to rebuild a life that fits; one that’s purposeful, fulfilling, and truly yours.
WHAT SETS ME APART?
I’ve Been Where You Are, Now I Help You Move Forward
Life-Changing Perspective
I survived a tragic accident that reshaped my life. I use that experience to guide others through their own wake-up moments.
Proven High-Stakes Expertise
30+ years as a prosecutor and national TV legal analyst taught me how to navigate pressure and high-stakes decisions.
Straightforward, Results-Driven Support
No fluff. No guessing. I give honest guidance and actionable steps that create real, lasting change.
CREDENTIALS & EDUCATION
The Foundation of My Guidance
Credentials & Leadership
Former Prosecutor & Public Defender – Fierce advocate with high-stakes courtroom experience
National TV Legal Analyst - Trusted voice on NBC & MSNBC
DCA® ADR Certified Divorce Coach
Certified Recovery Coach (RCP)
Board Member: The Equus Effect (Horse Wisdom for Warriors)
President: Shanti Mission America (World Peace through Inner Peace)
Trustee: The Institute for American Indian Studies
Education
B.A. + M.A., Anthropology, University of Michigan
J.D. Quinnipiac University School of Law
LL.M. Indigenous Peoples Law and Policy, University of Arizona College of Law
WHO I WORK WITH
Coaching for High-Achievers Ready to Reclaim Control
High-functioning, top performers, ready for real change.
Leaders, lawyers, creatives and entrepreneurs at a crossroads.
People who “have it all” but feel lost or empty inside.
Individuals who refuse to settle for anything less than extraordinary.
PROCESS
Your Path to Transformation
Schedule a Discovery Call
Book a confidential session to connect, gain clarity and start moving forward.
Commit
Invest in yourself and your transformation. Identify your challenges so we can define your next steps.
Take Action
Together, we create a realistic, actionable roadmap to reclaim control, rebuild confidence and design a life that fits you.
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Ready to Transform Your Life? Your Next Chapter Starts Now
Through high-stakes coaching or keynote speaking, we’ll cut through chaos, reclaim control and unlock your next-level potential.
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