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20 Sep

Understanding and navigating VUCA in the Business World

Man in front of VUCA screen presenting opening slide of VUCA@Work web-event

In today’s fast-paced business environment, leaders face constant Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity (VUCA). I offer tailored VUCA leadership workshops, drawing from two years of experience working with organizations like ASML. These workshops, ranging from 2 hours to full-day programs, help leaders build resilience, agility, and strategic vision to navigate challenges. Join an upcoming workshop or book a customized...

13 Sep

Emotional dynamics in coaching can make you avoid the agreed scope

Setting boundaries in coaching can be challenging because clients may expand the scope due to anxiety, a lack of clarity, or a fear of failure. They might avoid difficult goals or seek validation by discussing multiple topics. Addressing these underlying psychological factors helps maintain focus and ensure progress.

06 Sep

A Grateful Announcement: Joining the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council

I am both humbled and deeply honored to share that I have been invited to become a member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council. This invitation is not only a recognition of my work but also a responsibility I hold with great care. Harvard Business Review (HBR) is an institution that stands at the forefront of leadership, management,...

30 Aug

Manage yourself to manage time

By salomons.coach
In Blog, Business, Coaching, Newsletter, Video
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Are you tired of feeling like there aren’t enough hours in the day, constantly chasing the clock, and yet still feeling unfulfilled? If so, you’re not alone. Most people believe the key to success is managing time. But here’s the truth: You can’t manage time. You can only manage yourself. And that’s exactly where I come in as a...

23 Aug

Co-Active Coaching – Why?

By salomons.coach
In About_Coaching, Blog, Business, Coaching, Newsletter
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Co-Active Coaching is a transformative approach that focuses on the whole person, not just their goals. It balances structure and flexibility, fostering self-awareness, authenticity, and meaningful action. This method helps clients grow both personally and professionally by addressing their emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs, while empowering them to take concrete steps toward their goals.

16 Aug

Leaving your job behind – Go have an unconcerned holiday

This is how a leader can go on a long summer holiday without concerns: it's essential to prepare the organization to operate smoothly in their absence. A structured approach to the activities leaders should undertake.

09 Aug

Cultivating leadership authenticity and reflection during summer break

Today, August 15th 2024, I start my summer holiday break. Together with my wife I hook on our little caravan and start touring Europe, first destination: France. This post is obviously not about my holiday. It is about what I

02 Aug

Creating a mind shift: Healthy Stress

The way you believe stress has an impact on your health, is going to be exactly the impact. Create a mind shift by watching Kelly's TED talk from >10 years ago.

26 Jul

VUCA is not just the new management jargon

VUCA, standing for volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity, describes today's dynamic business environment. The framework highlights the necessity for distinct responses to different challenges, rather than using VUCA as an excuse to avoid strategy and planning. Effective leadership requires agility and proactive management to navigate these unpredictable conditions, ensuring adaptability and resilience.

12 Jul

10 Amazing Facts About The Human Brain

Being a leader requires a multi-dimensional approach to the many situations. Luckily we have a brain with many options we can use to manage people and complex situations. Often, we do not realize we have all these options available. To