In this personal leadership journey, Jan Salomons shares how he transitioned from an engineering teacher to a global executive and ultimately to a leadership and executive coach. Drawing on more than 35 years of international leadership experience across complex organisations, he reveals the pivotal insights that shaped his purpose: leadership is human work, not just technical or operational skill. His evolution into coaching grew from a belief that sustained behavioural change and self-awareness unlock real performance and resilient teams
Struggling with a new boss? You’re not alone. This article explains the psychology behind leadership transitions, why your brain reacts the way it does, and what practical steps help you rebuild clarity and trust—especially in high-pressure operational environments.


