My early lessons in entrepreneurship
Born in 1980 in Nijverdal, I grew up surrounded by entrepreneurship and responsibility. At 17, my father's bankruptcy forced me to become independent quickly, shaping my entrepreneurial spirit and resilience.
The start of my entrepreneurial journey
After a challenging childhood, I decided at a young age to take control of my own life. I worked my way up from modest jobs alongside my studies until I started my own business at the age of 30. Through hard work and strategic insight, this business grew rapidly and I achieved financial independence. However, I soon realized that material success was not the key to true fulfillment.
From business success to spiritual growth
After successfully selling my business at the age of 38, I found myself in a deep personal crisis. Despite my business success, I felt empty and unfulfilled. This crisis forced me to look deep within myself and led me on a path of spiritual discovery and personal development. I immersed myself in meditation, spirituality, and holistic health, and in doing so discovered a new, deeper meaning of happiness and life.
A life-changing experience
I also underwent a severe health crisis when I became seriously ill with COVID-19. This near-death experience brought me closer to myself and made me realize what is really important in life. It was a transformative experience that taught me how important it is to live healthy, balanced and connected. Without fear, authentically and in the now.
My role as mentor and growth expert
All these experiences and insights have shaped me into the mentor I am today. My strength lies in guiding entrepreneurs from a holistic approach that focuses on personal growth alongside business success. I help entrepreneurs find their authenticity, achieve their goals, and maintain balance in their lives during the rollercoaster ride of startups and scaleups.
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