04 Jul

Team building with core qualities of Daniel Ofman (incl. Dutch version)

The Core Quadrants by Daniel Ofman are an effective tool for team building, helping teams understand individual dynamics and how to collaborate better. By identifying core qualities, pitfalls, challenges, and allergies, teams gain insights into strengths and areas for growth. For example, one team member’s creativity (core quality) may lead to chaos (pitfall), while another’s structure (core quality) could result in rigidity (pitfall). By discussing complementarities and irritations (allergies), teams learn to value differences and work cohesively. Regular reflection...
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27 Jun

Debunking the Ikigai venn diagram myth

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Discover the true essence of Ikigai—far beyond the popular Venn diagram. Rooted in Japanese culture, Ikigai is about finding joy and purpose in the small, meaningful moments of everyday life. Learn how this concept has been misunderstood and how embracing its authentic meaning can lead to a more fulfilling existence.
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30 May

RESET TO RISE: A Proven Team Coaching Approach

High-performing teams don’t emerge by accident — they are built through a deliberate sequence of reflection, reset, alignment, and growth. My Reset → Align → Rise framework guides leaders and teams through this journey. We begin by exploring energy, values, and alignment, before surfacing truths and rebuilding the foundations of trust, safety, and purpose. From there, we clarify priorities, roles, collaboration rhythms, and decision-making norms. Finally, the team rises into sustained high performance, powered by clarity, courage, and shared...
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09 May

Is It Time to Stay or Move On? Why Regular Career Reflection Makes You a Stronger Leader

In today’s fast-changing workplace, leaders and teams benefit from regularly reflecting on whether their current environment still supports their energy, growth, and purpose. Using a structured reflection questionnaire, I help leaders gain clarity on what strengthens or drains them — and whether they should stay, adjust, or move on. The same process transforms teams by uncovering hidden dynamics, restoring passion, and realigning people with the mission and vision. This reflective approach boosts engagement, performance, and retention, while preventing silent...
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21 Mar

It happened to me — and it changed how I lead forever

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I still remember the moment I lost my cool. The frustration had been building for days, and during a routine meeting with one of my subordinates, I snapped. My words were sharp, my tone unkind, and the look on their face—shock and hurt—was a painful reminder that I’d crossed a line. As leaders, we often pride ourselves on staying composed, but we’re human, too. That day, I learned the hard way that managing others starts with managing yourself. Emotional outbursts...
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28 Feb

What’s in Your Leadership “Shopping Cart”? Shaping Your Narrative for Growth

What’s in your leadership “shopping cart”? The narratives we tell ourselves shape our identity, decisions, and effectiveness as leaders. This post explores the "Shopping Cart Theory" as a metaphor for self-reflection, highlighting how minor actions reveal deeper leadership qualities. By examining what you carry—accomplishments, fears, or values—you can reshape your story to unlock growth, authenticity, and resilience. Discover how small, conscious choices and a guided coaching process can transform your leadership journey.
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14 Feb

Transforming Year-End Reviews: From Obligation to Opportunity

Do your performance appraisals feel routine? Year-end reviews often become dreaded events that yield little benefit. What if these sessions were opportunities to strengthen relationships and boost performance? Picture a shift from evaluation to teamwork, where you set goals together and motivate your team. By fostering open conversations, you can enhance performance and build trust. Learn to make these meetings strategic for your team's growth—rather than just checking a box.
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17 Jan

What Harvard Business Review has really taught us about coaching

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Over the past decade, Harvard Business Review has shown that coaching is not about fixing people—it's about helping leaders rise. HBR highlights coaching as a collaborative partnership that strengthens self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and the ability to navigate complexity. From executive development to performance and long-term growth, the research is clear: coaching improves leadership behavior, deepens team trust, and creates healthier, more resilient organizations. At its core, effective coaching is built on listening, reflective questioning, aligned goals, and honest accountability—exactly...
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