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 […]
Category: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
On this Ada Lovelace Day, we honor the woman widely recognized as the world’s first computer programmer. Ada Lovelace’s work on Charles Babbage’s Analytical Engine in the 19th century laid the foundation for modern computing. Her visionary thinking extended beyond the mechanical calculations of her time—she predicted that machines could go beyond numbers to generate […]
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, it’s 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 […]
Insights from PepsiCo’s Grace Puma and How to Lead Your Team Better Recently, we came across an inspiring book titled Career Forward: Strategies from Women Who’ve Made It by Grace Puma, former executive vice president and COO of PepsiCo (Scribner/Simon & Schuster, February 2024). In this book, Puma empowers women to take ownership of their […]
How the AWVN Toolbox is Shaping Inclusive Workplaces Inclusivity in the workplace isn’t just a trend; it’s a fundamental shift in how organizations approach talent and growth. The AWVN (General Employers’ Association in the Netherlands) has developed a groundbreaking resource with their Toolbox “Gelijke Kansen op de Arbeidsmarkt” (translated: Equal Opportunities on the Labor Market […]
A Response to ‘Why We Hate Women” Over the years, I’ve witnessed the incredible power of sisterhood in the workplace—when it’s at its best, it’s a force that can uplift, inspire, and drive meaningful change. But as much as I’ve seen the strength that comes from women supporting women, I’ve also seen the other side. […]
𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹-𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 As organizations worldwide navigate the complexities of the modern workplace, a critical area of focus has emerged: employee health. However, this focus is shifting from a narrow view of avoiding burnout to embracing a holistic approach that nurtures physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being. We align with […]
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, […]
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 […]