Some thoughts on Freedom
Some thoughts on Freedom Photo by Aditya Saxena on Unsplash “And I will not carry myself down to die When I go to my grave, my head will be high.” — Bob Dylan Freedom is a much talked about topic. Especially in times that restrictions are confining many countries and the people in them. In the Netherlands, […]
Antifragility
Antifragility Photo by Jachan DeVol on Unsplash The last couple of weeks, I have been grappling with how to “deal” with the current circumstances? It seems like we all are experiencing a barrage of restraints, restrictions, an overload of information, uncertainty and a general lack of future perspective. When will our lives go ‘back to […]
Before passing judgement, ask!
Before passing judgement, ask! Dam Square Amsterdam – Black Lives Matter Protest 2020 I am not really sure how to start this message. Every time I think about it, I realise I am no direct victim, I live a pretty privileged life, and I have much to be grateful about. Yet yesterday, something apparent took […]
How to hold Breakfast sessions: 5 steps
How to hold Breakfast sessions: 5 steps Picture made during a breakfast session in Lebanon, September 2019 Continuing on the same train of thought as ‘Who are you without your business card’, here’s another fun and useful way to break the ice when working with groups or teams: Breakfast sessions. It’s one of the fundamental methodologies […]
12 tips for hosting online meetings
12 tips for hosting online meetings Summary: here are some essential tips while hosting, guiding and facilitating online sessions. Whether it is a meeting, a workshop or a more open session, these tips provide a strong basis and some essential matters to keep in mind. Photo by Jacob Le on Unsplash https://unsplash.com/photos/jyilQwdzjMQ First, let me […]
Dear 2018
Dear 2018 Brunel Johnson – Unplash Dear 2018, You started with quite some shifting and moving. I was confused and not sure how things were going to go. As I was unsettled and unaware of what adventures would await me, you brought me quite some surprises. Throughout the year you taught me to appreciate the […]
Losing is over glorified
Losing is over glorified Photo by Karim MANJRA on Unsplash Everyone talks about losing and how glorious it is. That we need to shed the fear of loss and how it makes us stronger. The famous statement rings true; “Whatever doesn’t kill us, only makes us stronger”. I have most certainly experienced this for myself. […]