Storytelling mentorship for intuitive misfits
The one thing that marks you out as a storyteller
There’s a lot online about storytelling these days—the how, the why, the what, and every detail of story-building, crafting, and speaking. But getting caught up in technical details and platforms misses the most essential power that cuts through every algorithm. And that is…
You.
As a storyteller, I’ve spent years helping people bring their voices to life. I’ve led workshops for over ten thousand people, guiding them to discover their stories. I’ve coached TEDxAmsterdam speakers, mentored leaders at major corporations, and helped hundreds of businesses uncover their unique narratives. Often, these stories were hidden in niche areas where uniqueness was a superpower—but people struggled to define it.
After a while, we lose the thread
We all know those bursts of inspiration—the epiphanies that launched our careers, the moments we fell in love with our craft. But I’m interested in what happens years after that. When the magic fades, what’s left?
This is where storytelling comes in. By telling your story, you pick up the threads of where you’ve been, where you are, and where you’re going. You rediscover the pieces you once set aside, now ready to be woven back in. As one client put it:
“My story is in all these places—I just don’t know how it all fits together.”
Your story is you
What I’m offering is a hybrid course: storytelling as a skill and storytelling as a tool for self-discovery—to uncover what truly drives and motivates you, what makes you come alive.
Working with speakers, I found our sessions always led to deeper conversations about their purpose. Story-finding was really self-finding. That epiphany led me to launch my business.
Your story is the thread that clarifies your priorities and aligns them with the landscape ahead. I want to help you discover this in your own life while sharpening the skills that make you a more compelling presence in the room. Someone people relate to and feel inspired by.
More:
– Present
– Confident
– Clear
The foundation of all this? Finding your story. The two paths become one.
A course that works for you
My three-month mentorship begins with getting to know you. In our first meeting, we lay it all on the table—your challenges, goals, stumbling blocks, inspirations, frustrations, and motivations. Then, we map out a path to tackle what’s most important.
Through engaging dialogue, guided exercises, and tailored practices, your story gradually emerges. You’ll talk me through what’s working (or not), and we’ll refine your approach together.
We’ll also ritualise your insights—turning ideas into action so that the most important dream inside you finds its voice in the world.
Mentorship not coaching
The mentors I’ve had over the years have profoundly shaped my life. Mentorship, to me, is a natural way to combine both our experiences and chart a way forward for you.
For intuitive misfits
Intuition is often a hallmark of brilliance—but it can also create stumbling blocks. You see things quickly and clearly but struggle to communicate them. Institutions and organisations don’t always value intuition because it cuts through rules and moves too fast. Yet, intuition is exactly what they need to innovate.
I know many intuitive thinkers who feel exhausted, constantly trying to make others see what seems obvious to them. Through this mentorship, I want to support you in articulating your insights so you can bring others along on your journey.
Finding your naturalness
Whenever we’re trying to be something, we get in the way of our own story. Naturalness is when we are neither more nor less than what we are. We own our insights and authority, confident in our skills—but we’re also no bigger than that. We see ourselves clearly within the bigger picture—neither overwhelmed nor underpowered.
I’ve had to find a lot of threads of my own
I was an economist who was good at acting. I loved being outdoors. I’m an extrovert who cherishes solitude. An intellectual who finds meaning in spirituality.
Storytelling became the way I wove all of these together. It became my key to navigating both art and business as circumstances changed. The ability to find my way through storytelling is the core of this mentorship—to equip you with that same skill to navigate the ever-changing world.
It all begins with a free 30 minute intro call to see if we are a good fit
The Programme
– Six online sessions over three months (or longer if needed)
– In-person sessions if you live in the Utrecht/Amsterdam area
– Initial call to define your objectives and design your programme
– Each session, we’ll discuss what you’re discovering. I’ll amplify with my own experience, suggest readings, set exercises, and, of course, tell stories.
– At the end, I’ll write you a letter reflecting on what we’ve covered, with recommended steps to move forward. You’re welcome to reply with your own reflections.
– Mentees report a clearer perspective on storytelling, a more focused direction, greater presence in the room, and confidence in telling their stories.
I offer this mentorship on a sliding price scale. If this feels right for you, we’ll find a price that fits during our call.