This week marks exactly one year after my last working day of a decade-long career, leading teams.
And the beginning of a new adventure.
So much has happened since!
I completed my Co-Active coach training, started my own business, and found my ikigai in leadership development coaching.
(If your Japanese is a bit rusty – ikigai is about doing that which you love, are good at, and that the world needs.)
The most rewarding part of leadership development is that it works like an amplifier.
A leader’s growth naturally extends to their team. Their success and well-being inspire those around them, creating a ripple effect of positive change.
I feel more alive, fulfilled, and happy than ever.
The positive feedback and support from many of you has meant the world to me.
Special shoutout to Frederike Driesse and Jasper Brand at The Talent Institute in Amsterdam for their trust, as they were my first B2B client. The Talent Institute creates inspiring development programs for talents in design, innovation, and marketing. Worth checking out.
And as someone who’s slightly introverted, I’ve discovered a surprising love for networking and connecting with new people.
It’s not all roses and sunshine though. (What?! 😜)
Challenges like financial uncertainty, no-shows, and missing regular colleague interactions are real.
But for me, it’s definitely worth it.
A key goal the past half year was to post valuable content for you weekly.
I’m now heading off for a 10-day silent retreat, so next week will be my first break from posting.
I look forward to returning with fresh clarity and inspiration for the coming year.
And there’s a very exciting project on the horizon – more details soon.
Huge thanks to all of you for your continued support!
❤️🙏
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