Dreamers In The Wild

It’s not enough in this day and age to be amazing at what you do. You need visibility too! That is probably one of the toughest pills I have had to swallow through my career and personal life over the last few years. I always thought I could let my work and my actions do the talking. Sometimes, it worked; often, it didn’t. Perhaps you’ve arrived at that conclusion too. You could be the best human...

Have you ever felt not listened to? Had what you said been ignored, even if it was important or a good idea? If you are trying to build your visibility, get your message across, or persuade someone, not being listened to might feel like you are hitting a wall. Discouraging and frustrating. Often, it’s not about you as a person, but about 1 simple thing. The way you spoke didn’t grab their brains’...

I solemnly swear that I am up to being authentic. And that this podcast hasn’t been created with AI. But from the depths of my human brain and life experiences. At a time when you can’t tell anymore what is real or not… When things shared start to look awfully like the same everywhere… When people are scared to be cancelled if they don’t come across the right way or if they share the messy, unpoli...

To share or not to share, that is the question… Not to sound too dramatic, but there is a lot of drama around sharing personal stories. A lot of confusion and subjective conflicting opinions. Sharing personal things makes you relatable and human - so you should share. Sharing personal things makes you unprofessional or “too much”– so you shouldn’t share. I believe there is power in sharing persona...

Ever wondered what makes someone influential in someone else’s life? When I started training my communication skills, I remember getting very confused with all the tips and tricks out there. And not being confident that I was doing the right things to become someone who had a positive impact on others! I was always scratching my head when I was running into a new situation, making things more comp...

Did you ever notice that the most compelling people are easy to understand? Think about the last time you became someone’s fan or bought someone’s product or hired someone or trusted a leader without too much hesitation. They probably showed you enough to build credibility quickly. They probably have values or a message you resonate with. They probably made you feel a certain way that made you wan...

Have I ever shared with you the story of how I came to run my coaching business? It all started with a targeted Facebook ad during Covid… Did I get your attention? I am sure I did! How do I know? Because I started telling a story, and the human brain loves that! Storytelling is one of the most powerful tools you can add to your communication skillset to build influence and connection. And a fun an...

Do you give yourself full permission to be seen, heard, and understood? The first step I see people take when it comes to improving visibility is often to learn tons of communication tips and tricks. And I love that – nothing beats building a sense of competence to feel more confident when expressing yourself! But what I know is that competence won’t make the difference if your brain is not follow...

You know you are amazing at what you do. But does the world understand it? I've stopped counting the brilliant people I've met who never get what they deserve. The entrepreneur who doesn’t get enough eyes on their business. The leader who doesn’t have enough influence to change their organization. The talented and dedicated professional who gets overlooked for promotions. The generalist wh...

The only way to improve society? Creating an army of coaches to rule the world. Kidding…almost! Coaching is a powerful tool to empower humanity. I am biased about that, as you can imagine! But coaching doesn’t have to be a profession to be useful. It can be a communication skill you learn and bring to any relationships, personally and professionally. In today’s episode, I share with you communicat...

How can I motivate myself when I don’t have a deadline? Is that a question you ask yourself frequently? You are not alone. Understanding what your brain needs to be and stay motivated can feel like a never-ending quest. You might have clear goals, deadlines, and an accountability system – it might still not be enough for your brain. And that can become frustrating! In today’s episode, I step away...

Have you ever made a bad first impression? Or messed up in an interaction? Or just wondered how you can deepen a relationship that is important to you? No matter how social you might describe yourself and how much social interaction you need to feel happy, connection is a big part of the human experience. At work, in life, a lot happens (or doesn’t happen) because of connection. And that can be th...

Ever felt that you are stuck? Or that you should be further ahead? Or that things are moving too slow, so slow…? The human brain loves momentum. It thrives on seeing you progress and advance. And it can easily get discouraged and restless if there is no progress at all. Or if things are not happening at a satisfying pace. In today’s episode, I share my best “crystal ball” questions to identify wha...

If you asked me how to become more resilient, authentic and happier, I would tell you – Simple, become more creative. Creativity is one of these topics that is often overlooked when talking about success and doing well in life. I mean, how often have you been encouraged to be your most creative self vs been encouraged to get clear on your goals, be more productive, to communicate better, etc…? And...

"I am so excited to have this heavy conversation today." Says nobody ever! Whether you need to deliver bad news or feedback to someone... Set a boundary with a friend... Be bold and ask someone to buy your product... Turn down a request... Tackle underperformance in your team... Address an inappropriate behavior... Harder conversations are part of life. And they are very likely to trigge...

“Brain, be cool. Chill, we are getting there. Be patient!” Easier said than thought, right? In a world that promotes overnight results, shortcuts, convenience, and many more ways to get what you want without lifting a finger, your brain is trained to be impatient. To expect effortless and fast results. And it freaks out as soon as things take longer. Which, let’s face it, is every time you are wor...

Raise your hand if you have never procrastinated. What? Nobody? 🦗🦗🦗 Yep, even the most committed and organized people amongst us do it once in a while. Welcome to being human And I am here to tell you – not need to carry shame or guilt around that! No need to beat yourself up. Your brain doesn’t need that. But it needs your help to make sure that procrastinating remains a one-off here and there...

If you are confused about what you are supposed to do every day as a leader (or where to start if you are a new leader), you are not alone. 70000+, that’s the number of leadership books sold on Amazon. Let’s not forget about countless Youtube and LinkedIn posts about the topic. So many ideas, tips, tricks everywhere - it’s hard to make sense of what could be efficient to lead others! How about cut...

What do the most impactful leaders have in common? Hint – it has nothing to do with extroversion… It also has nothing to do with them reading all the best leadership books, nope… The best leaders simply know who they are as leaders. With enough clarity to lead themselves and be understood by people. In today’s episode, I explore with you how to figure out your flavor of leadership. How to define w...

What do you mean you haven’t yet figured out your big purpose in life? You don’t have a neat purpose statement to share? You suck! Purpose is powerful and makes a difference in the way you experience life. The satisfaction, the drive, the freedom you get from living with purpose – it’s all worth it. And I wish you more of that. But I often feel that the whole “purpose conversation” has gotten a bi...

Have you ever wished you could break the cycle of stress you feel every day? That you could handle high-pressure situations without stress taking over?   You are not alone. A whopping 62% of people worldwide report experiencing stress at a level that impacts the quality of their lives. Stress can come from many things – work, finances, health, relationships – you name it! And its impact is immedia...

Have you ever noticed your motivation sliding away for far too long? And wondering how the hell you could bring yourself back on track? Motivation is sometimes hard to find to begin with. But what is even harder is staying motivated day after day until you achieve your dreams and goals. Staying motivated when things are moving too slow, becoming repetitive, or not working as you’d like.   In today...

Ever get the ick when you hear the word persuasion? Is your first reaction “That’s manipulation”? Or “Being persuasive is so draining. I’m not good at it.”? Persuasion can have a bad rap and trigger strong negative emotions. Yet, it is an inevitable part of any successful journey. Getting people to support you and your ideas, to believe in you enough to hire you or buy from you, to accept your sug...

The topic I coach people on 100% of the time? Confidence. Confidence to try, to learn, to fail, to have the hard conversations, to believe in yourself, to lead, to decide, to dare, to speak up… you name it! Confidence is at the core of the journey towards your goals, your dreams, and your best life. Sometimes, you need a tiny boost. Sometimes, you need to get a whole lot more. Sometimes, you need...

"Mirror, mirror on the wall – I have a decision to make, and I don’t know what to do at all!” Have you ever been there, procrastinating on big decisions? Stuck in endless pros and cons lists that confuse you more and more? Feeling that you are forced to choose between options that won’t give you the results you want? When stakes are high, decisions can become agonizing and stop your progress....