Self-Awareness - salomons.coach

12 Sep

New boss? Struggling? Read this!

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.

29 Aug

Find your true purpose

Purpose isn’t a slogan or a statement — it’s a force that moves you. In this post, Jan Salomons explores the difference between intellectual purpose and deep purpose: the kind that calls you into action even when it’s uncomfortable. Drawing on insights from Frederic Laloux, his coaching practice, and his experience in VUCA leadership, he explains how purpose guides...

08 Aug

When managers disengage: how leadership apathy fuels team disconnection

After my last post — “Is it time to stay or move on?” — someone asked, “What about disengaged managers?” It’s a fair question — and maybe the real one. Research shows only one in four managers is engaged, and when leaders disconnect, their teams follow. Disengagement often starts when managers stop reflecting on why they lead. Regular reflection...

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.

09 May

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

By salomons.coach
In Blog, Self & Personal Growth, VUCA & Leadership
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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...

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...

21 Feb

Exponential growth through self-awareness

Boosting Your Self-Awareness: Free Online Course (60 Minutes) Unlock the power of self-awareness to transform your leadership and personal life! In this dynamic course, you’ll discover how self-awareness enhances decision-making, emotional intelligence, and resilience at work, while also fostering stronger relationships, emotional well-being, and authentic living privately. With practical tools and actionable steps, you’ll learn to reflect effectively and create...

24 Jan

My Integrated Coaching Framework for Exponential Growth and Success

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How I work Leadership is a dynamic journey of action, reflection, and growth. Over the years, I’ve developed a comprehensive coaching approach that integrates the experiential principles of Kolb’s Learning Cycle, the humanistic insights of Carl Rogers, the structured feedback

17 Jan

HBR about Leadership Coaching

If you prompt ChatGPT for “write how coaching is defined by HBR – summarize how HBR has published about coaching in the last 10 years – keep it short”, this is what you get: Harvard Business Review (HBR) has extensively

20 Dec

Enhanced coaching with Quenza app

Experience coaching like never before with the **Quenza app**, your personalized hub for growth and engagement. Quenza enhances your coaching journey with tailored exercises, progress tracking, and secure communication, keeping you connected and focused between sessions. Organize notes, documents, and reflections in one place while benefiting from interactive pathways and real-time updates. The app’s user-friendly interface and privacy-first design...