Author: Bas Kousemaker

Coaching | Diversity, Equity & Inclusion | Learning & Development | Organizational Culture | Training

The Power of Essential Skills: Resilience and Connection in Organizations

Last week, from January 20 to 24, the annual World Economic Forum took place in Davos. This event brings together world leaders, thinkers, and innovators to share insights about the future of the (economic) world. Critical thinker and leader Salem Samhoud shared his vision in an inspiring report (read it here), emphasizing the collaboration between…

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Coaching | Love | Mental Health | Organizational Culture

Exploring Inner Worlds: What Kahneman and Stutz Teach Us About True Leadership🌍

At 1for2 Social Innovation, we believe in the power of truly listening without prejudice or judgment. Every day, we work with leaders, founders, and teams who bring unique challenges to us, and through careful attention, we guide them toward their desired outcomes. Here, nothing is too unusual or too strange; everything is worth exploring. This…

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Leading Through

Activating the Soul, Heart, and Mind of Leadership✨ At 1for2 Social Innovation, we believe that Attention is our Craft, and that meaningful leadership reaches far beyond organizational outcomes. It’s about recognizing and nurturing human potential, helping individuals and teams to thrive by enhancing communication, understanding behavior, and building connections. Recently, we enjoyed engaging with insights…

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion | Organizational Culture

Celebrating Ada Lovelace: A Pioneer of Innovation, Women’s Rights, and DEI

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…

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Coaching | Love | Psychological Safety

Fear, Vulnerability, and Growth

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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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion | Organizational Culture | Psychological Safety

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

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…

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Author: Bas Kousemaker

The Power of Essential Skills: Resilience and Connection in Organizations

Exploring Inner Worlds: What Kahneman and Stutz Teach Us About True Leadership🌍

Leading Through

Celebrating Ada Lovelace: A Pioneer of Innovation, Women’s Rights, and DEI

Fear, Vulnerability, and Growth

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

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

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