It’s a common story, and one I’ve seen play out over and over again: a business starts strong, grows steadily, and then… stalls. Despite hard work and good intentions, momentum slows and progress feels just out of reach. So why does this happen? Here are a few common reasons: Lack of clarity – Without a…
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Scaling a business is a dream for most start-up founders, but the road to growth is rarely straightforward. One of the most common obstacles is the shift in leadership mindset and approach required to grow effectively. In a recent workshop with six dynamic start-up founders from Germany, we explored what it means to lead with…
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I’m deeply humbled to share that I’ve been selected as the recipient of the Speaker of the Year Award 2025 – Business Growth & Self-Leadership, presented by the Excellence Awards as part of Dr. Yasemin Yazan LLC. This recognition means a great deal to me as it reflects the work I’ve been privileged to do…
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This month, I had the incredible honor of serving as a judge for the TEDxVUAmsterdam Student Pitch Night at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. The experience was nothing short of inspiring, and I left with a profound sense of optimism about the future. The energy in the room, the passion of the students, and the creativity that…
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As a high achiever or business owner, you’ve experienced success—likely more than once. But what happens when that upward momentum slows, your vision becomes hazy, and you feel disconnected from the very passion that fueled your growth? It’s a challenge many leaders face, one that can leave you feeling stuck, stagnant, and unsure of how…
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As a high-achieving business owner or leader, you’ve already experienced a significant level of success. But if you’re feeling like you’ve hit a business plateau, you’re not alone. Many leaders reach a point where, despite their best efforts, growth seems to stall. The path forward may feel unclear, and your vision—while inspiring—might not be translating…
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