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February 05, 2025

Trapped in a Comfort Zone? Time to Chew Through the Bars

Imagine living in a beautiful golden cage. It’s cosy, familiar, and gives you everything you think you need. The bars? They don’t even feel restrictive -until one day, you look outside and realise that life is happening out there, not inside. Everything you want - more confidence, success, adventure, a true sense of accomplishment - is outside those bars. So, the question is: Are you ready to open the door?

December 16, 2024

New Year, New You: Transform Your Life and Career in 2025

As we approach 2025, there’s no better time to reflect on your personal and professional journey - and to plan for the growth you desire in the year ahead. If you’re ready to start 2025 with a fresh perspective and a clear path forward, I have an exciting opportunity for you!

December 06, 2024

The Art of Saying No-How to Build Healthy Boundaries

Saying “yes” too often can lead to burnout—especially for expats balancing work, cultural adaptation, and personal life. It’s time to prioritize YOU. Discover how to build healthy boundaries, reclaim your time, and focus on what truly matters in my latest article.

November 17, 2024

9 Reasons Why Career Coaching Is Worth Every Penny

Feeling overwhelmed by your life abroad and anxious about your professional future? See nine reasons why career coaching can help you overcome common obstacles and thrive in your international career.

October 30, 2024

How To Change Your Life by Changing Your Questions

You can consciously choose how to react to what life throws at you. The Choice Map by Marilee Adams will help you understand how to change your life by changing the questions you ask yourself. Are you ready for this challenge?

September 28, 2024

How Strategic Goal Setting Can Elevate Your Growth

Setting goals is often seen as a key to success, but what exactly makes it so powerful? Here's how strategic goal setting can elevate your professional growth (including a free tool).

August 24, 2024

How to Stay Motivated Even When Things Get Tricky

Research shows that approximately 85% of people experience low self-esteem due to a lack of motivation. Meanwhile, motivation isn't just a feeling; it's a mindset you can develop. Here's how to keep your motivation strong, even when things get tricky.

August 13, 2024

What to Ask a Career Coach for Maximum Impact: Unlock Your Career Potential

Career coaching can be a transformative experience, especially if you know the right questions to ask. Here's a guide on what to ask a career coach to make the most out of your sessions.

July 17, 2024

Are Life Coaches Certified?

In a world where personal growth, self-awareness, and career advancement are increasingly becoming the norm, the services of a life coach are more desirable than ever. This trend signifies a positive shift towards individuals realising their full potential, empowering them to navigate life with greater clarity and purpose.

July 11, 2024

How to Challenge Your Beliefs and Transform Your Life

When you find yourself at a crossroads in your life or career, it's empowering to take a step back and look at your life from a different perspective.

July 03, 2024

The Perfectionism Trap: Embracing Authenticity To Achieve Happier Life

Perfectionism can make you feel slow, stressed, or indecisive. It often comes from being raised by overly critical, controlling, and demanding parents or from societal pressures for success and achievement. See how embracing imperfection and authenticity can help you liberate from perfectionism and make real progress.

July 02, 2024

When Do I Need a Professional Life Coach?

Today, we're addressing a vital question that you might often ask yourself - "When do I need a life coach?" In this blog post, we'll shed light on this very question and discuss some common signs that suggest it might be time to invest in a life coach.

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