What is this podcast is all about?
We are constantly creating open, meaningful, challenging conversations about subjects that affects us all. We are talking to fascinating people who share their backgrounds and stories with us. More than ever people are hungry for the truth. And truth is not always easy; it can be hard and forces us to go beyond our comfort zone.
Tune in and let’s learn out loud together with us and all the other fellow travelers on this journey called “life”.
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Lekker anders – about the Dutch, the Germans and Hospitality
I was delighted to receive this invitation for a podcast with Anouk Ellen Susan.A vivid conversation about life and work, intercultural differences and why hospitality is such an important factor. Listen to the podcast here
Let’s build the bridge together while we are crossing it
Creating added value means developing a passion and turning the desired vision into reality. This requires a lot of motivation and belief as well as a strong community and corporate culture. Soft skills, empowerment, leadership, behaviour and mindset are well researched areas. Results from scientific research often remain in the laboratory instead of creating synergies…
Social needs: we are wired to connect
We humans are social beings that thrive when working in groups. Throughout history we have been enhanced our chances of survival by sharing resources, knowledge and workloads. Isolation from a group decreased our survival chances. As a result, our brain is highly aware of our ongoing social status. Is there a thread or reward? Do…
Keep People Involved (KPI)
I often pondered about the phrase ‘success is not a popularity contest’. I think that is very misleading. Sure, it’s not productive to overly obsess about what others think of us. But it is important to do all that you can do to build positive, productive relationships. Because there is this universal hidden language; and that is called…
What makes a good life
The Grant study What ist the key to a healthy and happy life? Harvard did a 80-year study on happiness. They followed over 750 people and their families throughout life. And there was ONE overall keyfactor over the course of those 80 years (I quote Robert Waldringer, the director of the ‘Grand Study’) . It’s…
In conversation with Peter Clarke
“In conversation with” is a famous live show on LinkedIn and YouTube. Peter Clarke is a digital content producer who has traveled the world capturing stories of fascinating people and places.
Work Reset Revolution
Psychological safety is both fragile AND vital to success. Positive emotions like curiosity, confidence, inspiration and trust broaden the mind.
IQ drops due to work stress
Stress doesn’t help in any case, “Look at your workplace. Stress starts in the absence of social interaction: not a nice team, not a pleasant atmosphere, distrust. The greatest pain but also the greatest joy we feel have to do with relationships.”
Always that me, myself and I
This is about my bookshelf. They came to my house and took pictures of me and my books.