Setting boundaries
“This is my boundary, and you’re not crossing it either,” Astrid shouted at Harmjan in Season 1 of B&B Vol Liefde. Harmjan had used more spices than Astrid had specified. Looking back, she said, “I [...]
Comfortzone
“You need to step out of your comfort zone. You play it too safe. Test your limits!” Comments like that from your boss. Ever heard them? You immediately wonder: do I want this? Does this [...]
Leadership isn’t a role you play
Leadership is not a role you play (and has nothing to do with your position or title) In 2018, Nadia Murad and Dr. Denis Mukwege won the Nobel Peace Prize, each for their commitment to [...]
Stop passing it on. Take what’s yours.
A young mother is sitting in a crowded café. Her baby is sleeping in a baby carrier, surrounded by piles of coats and bags. An older couple is trying to get past her chair with [...]
From traffic jam to smooth flow
Change is inextricably linked to leadership. And precisely when that change is intended to improve things, it often causes initial unease. In teams, this manifests as doubt: Why are we doing this? What does [...]