With all that has been happening this May, I almost forgot to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Global People Transitions. It’s that time of the year again… 15 years ago, I also completed my first coaching certification (Level: ACC) with Drs. Boudewijn Vermeulen and Dr. Eva Kinast.  The Early Days I co-founded Global People Transitions with a cherished partner. According to Moneyhouse (and the trade registrar), we were founded on 17 May 2010. I was still working at PwC at the time, and my partner had full business responsibility, while I was mainly learning the ropes of coaching. Global People Transitions was a blog even before we incorporated. I still remember how clumsy and corporate my writing style was, and […]

In an age where mental health is a global priority and business speed accelerates, our expectations for happiness, love, and health are often stretched to their limits. We are constantly asked to do more, move faster, and be better—at work, at home, and within ourselves. Amid this whirlwind, we search for answers, structure, and connection. I’ve walked this path too. As a coach, trainer, and global mobility expert with over 30 years of experience in the field—including more than 15 years as the Global Mobility Coach at Global People Transitions—I’ve come to see that true growth and leadership aren’t found in books alone. They are cultivated through practice, presence, and people. Where It All Began: Family as Foundational Teachers My […]