Lessons from the Tournament Floor
Running chess tournaments taught me more about people than any leadership workshop ever could. When I’m responsible for every board, clock, pairing,…
Tag: Collaboration
Building Symbiosis Changed Me More Than I Expected
When I moved to Amsterdam, building a foundation was not part of the plan. What started as an idea to connect changemakers gradually became a journey …
What We Choose Not to See: A Look into our Blind Spots
Blind spots aren’t failures, they’re invitations. Whether in diplomacy, sustainability, or nonprofit work, the real challenge begins the moment so…
Teaching the Invisible
Designing a lesson about data centers made me realize how much of sustainability work is really about teaching people to see what’s been beside them…
The Hidden Work of a Fresh Perspective
What I’m learning is that a fresh perspective isn’t about being inexperienced, it’s about being attentive. In my business communication course a…
New Lens, New Lesson
Starting this semester has already shifted how I see nonprofit work. Looking at Global Business Communications alongside European political leadership…
Weaving Resilience Through Partnership
The Easterseals partnership shows how nonprofits, businesses, and governments can achieve shared impact by working together. By combining nonprofit ex…
When Cities Listen: How Local Voices Shape Nonprofit Futures
When citizens speak and the media listens, nonprofits don’t just survive, they evolve. In Heidelberg, local nonprofits and the local media came toge…
The Future of Nonprofits in Heidelberg: Insights from the Media and Local Population
This article focuses on the impact of nonprofits in the city of Heidelberg. The discussion focused on the successes of nonprofits within the city alon…
What Happens When You Just Show Up? — My Day at ImpactFest 2025
ImpactFest 2025 in The Hague was more than an event — it was a day of connection. From quiet morning moments to spontaneous conversations, the exper…