Kirsten Heukels is the founder of 1for2 Social Innovation, where she leads with a passion for inclusivity, empowerment, and creating positive change in the workplace. With over a decade of experience in leadership coaching, confidential counseling, and organizational development, Kirsten has dedicated her career to breaking down barriers and fostering environments where every voice is heard. A former president of Junior Chamber International (JCI) Netherlands, Kirsten has represented the country on international stages and continues to be a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion in leadership roles. Her work is guided by the principle that attention is our craft, and through it, she helps organizations build supportive and resilient cultures.
Leadership teams (LTs) face unprecedented complexity in today’s globalized, fast-paced environment. Leaders must balance guiding their organizations to performâdelivering on quarterly targetsâwhile also steering continuous transformation. Itâs no longer enough to focus solely on performance; LTs must navigate constant change, rapidly shifting trends, and increasing stakeholder demands. This need for transformation can no longer be […]
The World Health Organization emphasizes that mental health is a universal human right -something that must be accessible to everyone, everywhere, including in the workplace. With mental health challenges contributing to 12 billion lost workdays annually and costing over $1 trillion in lost productivity, it’s critical that we act. Importance of Mental Health at Work Risks to mental health at work -known as psychosocial […]
How Do You Prepare? đ¨ On November 20, 2024, AWVN is hosting an important course that teaches employers how to prevent, recognize, and address transgressive behavior in the workplace. Led by lawyer and mediator Esther van den Bergh, this session will cover essential questions like: đ Read more about the course and Register! After the course… what’s the next […]
What Leaders Can Learn Amidst Societal Change As we witness societal unrest here in the Netherlands on Budget Day (Algemene Beschouwingen after Prinsjesdag), with public debates surrounding government policies, climate protests, and farmer demonstrations, itâs evident that these issues permeate into the workplace. More and more, employees are bringing their values and convictions into their […]
The Hidden Loneliness of Leadership This week, we dove into an article that explores the hidden pressures of the C-suite, a subject that continues to inspire our work in executive coaching and leadership development. The piece highlights how CEOs, despite their outward success, often grapple with loneliness, the weight of critical decisions, and the delicate […]
A Response to âWhy We Hate Women” Over the years, Iâve witnessed the incredible power of sisterhood in the workplaceâwhen itâs at its best, itâs a force that can uplift, inspire, and drive meaningful change. But as much as Iâve seen the strength that comes from women supporting women, Iâve also seen the other side. […]
At 1for2 Social Innovation, weâve recently had some discussions with clients and prospects facing budget constraints related to investments in psychological safety and organizational culture, due to DEI fatigue (Diversity, Equity, Inclusivity) among leadership. While some see inclusivity and its outcome psychological safety at the workplace, as an area to cut, the majority recognize its […]