Blogs

Liesbeth’s blog writing has evolved into articles, now featured on Forbes.com and other media.

How a tiny shift in communication can improve the most difficult relationship

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

The way we communicate defines every relationship we have in life. In fact, it determines everything we DO in life. Are you up for a little experiment? I would like…

Happiness is our baseline

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

When we are born, all we do is breathe and enjoy life. We look at the world with wonder and we are happy. Everything happens naturally, we move, we grow,…

How to fix something that doesn’t exist.

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

Yesterday I received an email from one of my clients Tom (not his real name), who was excited to share what had happened in a meeting he’d had with his…

Getting what you want…

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

Every night when I walk my dog, we play his favorite game of ‘fetch’. He’s really good at it. I throw a tennis ball, he takes off with tremendous speed,…

Everything happens for a reason

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

I just got back from Dubai, where I set up a sister company for my practice GLTD in Hong Kong. The agency that helped me with the arrangements was very…

Every business is a relationship business.

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

It is shocking! I just read Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace 2022 report. In 2021, only 21% of the world’s employees were engaged at work. 21%!!! What about the…

Why self-awareness is key for leaders and how to develop it.

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

A few years ago, I facilitated workshops and seminars on the topic: “Being a Leader”. Participants were experienced managers working for a large multinational biotech company. One of my first…

When you think you FAILED…

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

I saw it the moment she walked into my office. Energetically, she was not in good shape. On a self-leadership scale of 1-7, Anna was at 2, meaning she was…

Do you focus on PROCESS or OUTCOME?

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

When you are in any management or leadership position, you often focus on very specific outcomes. Much of our effort and energy goes into achieving results that are measured against…

How to Get Rich

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

Many of my clients are very successful people. Some of them would be considered rich or wealthy. But here’s the thing: Most people think that when you’re rich and have…

Dealing with people who resist change

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

To successfully guide teams through a change, two things are needed: 1. Clear Vision – A shared outlook on the future you want to create with your team. 2. Buy-in…

Challenge your Fears head-on!

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

All of us have a fundamental, built-in safety system, called FEAR. It’s there to protect us against perceived threats and to keep us safe. Very useful in ancient history when…

How to get a Master in Performance

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

Today I want to share with you one of the strongest leadership concepts I’ve ever come across. I learned it from one of my fellow leadership coaches Walter Aguilar, who…

5 Leadership Lessons of Moving Abroad

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

Next week we’re moving! We wrap up our lives, pack our things in Hong Kong, and head to Dubai to start a new chapter in a different part of the…

7 Questions Successful Leaders Ask Themselves

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

Research has shown that successful leaders have the ability to reflect on their own behaviour, are self-aware and continuously work towards personal development. So, what is going on inside their…

9 Books on How to become the Best Version of Yourself

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

Following on from my previous list of recommended books on “Creating Success as a Leader,” here are my favourites in the “Strengthening Personal Leadership” category. My reading experience varied from…

7 Books that Will Change Your Approach to Creating Success as a Leader

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

If you’re anything like me, there are two things I hope you enjoy as much as I do. It’s reading new books and getting great tips on good books –…

Anti-fragility: A Survival Skill in Chaos

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

We know what FRAGILITY means. After having moved across continents a few times, I know what it’s like to unpack the boxes that read FRAGILE on the outside only to…

Why time is ALWAYS on your side!

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

How often do you ‘blame’ time, for not getting what you want? I hear it all the time: – “There’s not enough time in a day” – “Time is working…

3 Ways To Create A Productive Day

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2024

How do you set yourself up for a PRODUCTIVE day? You may have a morning ritual; You exercise, meditate, have breakfast, or drink a freshly brewed coffee to start your…

Let me tell you a story…

Liesbeth van der Linden 21/08/2022

One thing I’ve learned from the leaders I interviewed for my upcoming book, CONNECT, INSPIRE, GROW, is the power of storytelling. They shared with me the great challenges they faced…