Today, a report by the UN was released that should sent a shockwave through our societies. As the Guardian stated: ‘Human Society under urgent threat from Continue Reading
Learning from social movements – why it is possible to turn the tide on climate disruption, together
Can you remember the first time you swam against the tide for something you truly believe in? I sure do. When I was 11 years Continue Reading
To all meat-eating, scooter-driving strikers for climate – a lesson on framing
This morning I watched social media in awe to follow the youngsters heading to Den Haag for the first Climate March here in the Netherlands. Continue Reading
Why I’m rooting for idealists
The most exciting conversations, are those that make you feel like you are barely hanging on to a board behind a speedboat. Slicing through the Continue Reading
We owe hope
Europe currently experiences one of its hottest summers ever. In my home country, temperature records are broken on almost a daily basis now. I am Continue Reading
Build your business by viewing it as a support vehicle for all of life – Thank You, Yvon Chouinard.
Like a hermit I locked myself up for a weekend in a small hotelroom. I lost touch. And it wasn’t any good. You know what, Continue Reading
Question an industry, not the sustainable start-up; why sustainable entrepreneurship should be encouraged
Something curious is happening in the world right now. More and more people are moving away from doing business ‘the way we have always done’, Continue Reading
Revolutions are beautiful. Entrepreneurs, take note!
Lesson 1: Framing. When looking at revolutions and social movements that succeeded, framing was on point. How do you feel about all the messages about Continue Reading
This is the definition of success
A 6 year old, running through the school corridors, suitcase rattling behind her. She throws open the doors, exits the building and sees her fathers Continue Reading
Why the Best for the World is not always THE BEST – yet – and why you should be ok with that.
The very interesting and productive telephone conference is interrupted when, once again, my phone breaks down. After ferociously clicking it open thereby breaking my fingernail, Continue Reading