be human. when it counts.

Christmas and the time in between the years are a good time to pause and reflect on this year. How did you experience 2024? How much are you affected by world events and the political situation in your own country? And are you taking any professional challenges with you into the holidays? 
 
With this very personal newsletter, we invite you to reflect on what Christmas really means and what it means to be human, both privately and professionally. With this in mind, simply take time for what matters. We wish you a Merry Christmas with your loved ones and look forward to seeing you again in the New Year. 

Christmas is a celebration of love, giving and togetherness. But the reality is often different. In our digitalised and anonymised world, it’s often more about appearances and ego than truthfulness and being there for each other. This is precisely why compassion and humanity are more important to us than ever. We are driven to do something about it. What contribution can I make to make the world more humane and therefore a little better? How can I do this in my private life and in my professional life? 
 
In my private life, it is important for me (Ingrid) to be attentive and to see whether someone needs help. And even when it doesn’t fit, to actually be there and even actively offer support to strangers. 
 
Giving gives. ‘Give something before you ask’ is a quote from my colleague Tommaso.  This deeply human principle can also be applied to everyday working life. Our leadership coaching aims to help people realise their full potential and support them in acting in a tangibly authentic way and connecting with others consciously and proactively. 
 
When you as a leader show genuine interest in your colleagues or ask someone who is not doing so well, how they are feeling, you create space for dialogue and a new level of relationship that goes beyond a pure focus on results.

The human connection is crucial so that everyone feels seen and valued for their skills and needs. Through the tangible connection, the team discovers what great potential it has. Everyone in the team realises: when we are connected with each other and share our feelings and issues without reservation, so much more is possible. This connection will lead to measurably better results and create an environment where employees enjoy working well, actively ask for help and identify with the company.

‘Humankind: a Hopeful History’ is an inspiring book full of ideas for improving the world that inspires hope. The Dutch historian, thinker and author Rutger Bregman, born in 1988, uses examples from psychology, economics, biology, history and archaeology to demonstrate what has made the human species strong enough to survive: Cohesion and co-operation. Only through trusting co-operation and a naive confidence in the future have we managed to leave our days as hunter-gatherers behind us and live together peacefully for the most part. Just read on and let’s stay optimistic for good reason.