At times, my life was characterized by stormy periods that brought about personal and professional changes. Those were the trigger for me to tackle the question: how can those changes turn out successfully?
I was the project manager of a large optimization project with the goal of introducing an ERP system. After the financial crisis in 2008, the company cut all funding and the project had to be discontinued from one day to the next. “My” project, with around 30 employees, that I managed with heart and soul. My task was to overcome not only my disappointment and uncertainty, but also that of my employees, and to inspire them to take on new challenges. A few years later, my late husband had a fatal accident and I suddenly found myself alone with my 5-year-old son. I asked myself — how I could fulfil my role as a single mother and my demanding job, and how could we cope with our grief to reshape our new life?
I wanted to know what enables people to cope well with drastic changes: What is the difference between resilient people who emerge strengthened from crises and those who break? Which qualities and skills are needed, and — can they be learned? Could I use my experience to help others overcome their crises and challenges?
I am genuinely grateful that I was able to learn a lot while overcoming the crises in my life. Today I enjoy a fulfilled life in a wonderful patchwork family and I have gained so much. Therefore, I started a systemic training for organizational development and change management to learn the relevant methods and basics in addition to my “seat of the pants learning experience”. At my job, I signed up for a change project and became a member of a transformation team that dealt with the merger of three major divisions. The topics related to change, personal and professional development of people and the cooperation of people aroused my interest. Trainings in business coaching and group dynamics followed.
I was able to put my newly acquired knowledge to excellent use in my professional environment. I became more and more involved with coaching and leadership.
This shift in work added incredible fulfilment and energy. Through the encouragement of my exceptional professional and private environment, I decided to leave my secure job to discover new shores and pursue my passion. I am convinced that everyone can master challenges and crises with adequate guidance and competent support. It is with genuine conviction that I offer solution-oriented business coaching for companies and individuals.
