Building Awareness Around Workplace Safety Reports of boundary-crossing behavior, intimidation, and abuse of power are increasing. These issues affect organizations across industries, from media companies and sports associations to universities and hospitals. Some well-known incidents include: ⢠The Voice of Holland đ¤: Investigations revealed a lack of timely action against reported misconduct. ⢠Radboud University đ: The…
Looking Ahead to 2025 Introduction The pace of workplace transformation continues to accelerate. From generative AI advancements to the normalization of hybrid work models, organizations face challenges and opportunities that demand innovative HR strategies. Drawing insights from the 2024 People at Work report by ADP Research Institute, the 2025 forecast by Dr. Hari Mann from…
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…
A Personal Reflection Reflecting on my journey, itâs 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 wasnât an option. Instead,…
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…
How the AWVN Toolbox is Shaping Inclusive Workplaces Inclusivity in the workplace isnât just a trend; itâs 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 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….