Author: Bas Kousemaker

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Fear, Vulnerability, and Growth

Sunrise over the French Alps with mountain peaks shaded in blue tones, a clear sky, and green grass in the foreground. The quote 'There is no illusion greater than fear' by Lao Tzu is displayed in elegant text, symbolizing personal growth and overcoming challenges.

A Personal Reflection Reflecting on my journey, it’s clear how much my relationship with fear and vulnerability has changed. For much of my life, I believed I was the only one who could take care of myself. This mindset came from my upbringing and left little room for vulnerability -it simply wasn’t an option. Instead, […]

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Remembering Susan Wojcicki: A Trailblazer for Women in Tech and Beyond

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I would like to share my thoughts on the passing of Susan Wojcicki, who passed away on August 10th at the age of 56. Susan’s journey from renting out her garage to two Stanford students—Larry Page and Sergey Brin—to becoming the CEO of YouTube is a story of vision, courage, and resilience. In many ways, […]

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Women Leaders in Tech: Paving the Way in GenAI and Beyond🤖💯

As technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, the role of women in driving this change is becoming increasingly critical. A recent BCG study highlights an important trend: senior women in technical roles are not just keeping pace with their male counterparts but are also leading the charge in adopting Generative AI (GenAI). This […]