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We just added Entrepreneurship 101: Building the Future of Work—Your Way

​Being “entrepreneurial” today is about mindset, resilience, and the ability to create value in new and unexpected ways. Entrepreneurship 101 brings that philosophy front and center, guiding you through the core skills and future-focused mindsets needed to launch—or reinvent—an organization that’s truly adaptable, purposeful, and people-centric.

What Makes It Different?

• Entrepreneurship as a Skill & Mindset

Break free from the old-school, top-down model. Discover how to shape a flat, networked ecosystem with engaged collaborators and a strong sense of shared purpose.

• Focus on Real Challenges

You’ll arrive with an entrepreneurial challenge—whether it’s a side project, a team within a larger organization, or an early-stage venture idea. This training is coaching-driven, so your specific hurdles become the heart of the session.

• Pre-Work for Deeper Impact

Before the live 90-minute session, you’ll receive brief assessments and a challenge-framing template to clarify your goals and refine your focus. By the time you join, you’ll be ready to tackle problems head-on.

• Future Skills at the Core

From creative problem-solving and systemic thinking to collaborative leadership and emotional intelligence, we weave in the “power skills” that modern organizations—and agile entrepreneurs—can’t do without.

Who It’s For

• Aspiring Founders & Freelancers wanting a new, network-oriented approach to entrepreneurship.

• Intrapreneurs within established companies looking to spark innovation and drive change from within.

• Changemakers & Project Leaders keen on harnessing a more fluid, purpose-driven model of organizational design.

What You’ll Learn

1. Entrepreneurial Mindset & Resilience

• Understand the ups and downs every entrepreneur faces and how to navigate uncertainty with grit.

2. Organizing for the Future

• Move beyond traditional hierarchies to build ecosystems and flat organizations that foster innovation and independence.

3. Strategic Customer Engagement

• Grasp how to cultivate genuine customer relationships, leveraging value creation and trust-based collaboration.

4. Time & Energy Management

• Get practical tips for juggling competing priorities, from daily tasks to long-term vision-building.

Why Join?

• Immediate Relevance: Every exercise and conversation points back to your challenge, making this more than just theory.

• Shared Expertise: Learn from serial entrepreneurs and peer practitioners who’ve tested different business models and lived to tell the tale.

• Tailor to Your Style: Whether you want a small solo venture or an internal innovation team, the fundamental entrepreneurial principles remain the same—adapted to fit your vision for the organization of the future.

Jumpstart your journey with Entrepreneurship 101—and let’s co-create the future of work, one purpose-driven organization at a time.

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Entrepreneurship 101: Building the Future of Work—Your Way · Zoom · Luma Being “entrepreneurial” today is about mindset, resilience, and the ability to create value in new and unexpected ways. Entrepreneurship 101 brings that…

What does it take to do design thinking well?

Join renowned coaches Karen Petty Hold, MBA and Arne van Oosterom in this one-Day Design Skills workshop, plus dinner the evening before.

> Members of our free Learning Community get a 25% discount and access to a network of peers and coaches.

Design thinking isn’t just a process—it’s a journey of transformation for those who practice it. While many focus on its impact on customers and users, the real question is: How does design thinking change the designers themselves?

Join us for an immersive workshop inspired by the bestselling book Experiencing Design: The Innovator’s Journey by Jeanne Liedtka, Karen Hold and Jessica Eldridge. This workshop will provide advanced

practitioners and facilitators with an introduction to the five critical skills necessary to unlock the full potential of design thinking—not just as a tool, but as a personal and professional transformation.

Info and sign up:
https://futureskills.academy/courses/mastering-design-thinking-a-new-perspective/

Our learning community:
https://future-skills-academy.mn.co/

How often do you receive direct, honest and actionable feedback on how others experience how you lead and interact with your coworkers?

The essence of this training is switching between different roles to holistically experience what goes on in teams when they try to navigate complex problem solving and creative innovation. By switching between leading, following and disrupting- perspectives and by giving and receiving practical feedback from both participants and experts, you will grow a three dimensional understanding about team dynamics and what it means to foster a ‘combined coworker brain’ capable of creating new value beyond the sum of its parts. In parallel you will be working on your own project to prepare for a concrete facilitation opportunity in your organisation (or elsewhere) shortly following the training.

For who?

Leaders, aspiring leaders or anyone who wants to learn how to become more effective in leading teams to navigate complex issues and create new value for their unit, organisation, clients or constituents in both profit or non-profit sectors, as a consultant, freelancer or someone on the lookout for new career opportunities. opportunities to enhance their CV with leadership skills.

https://futureskills.academy/courses/facilitation-training/

Facilitation Training your coaches are: Yuen Yen Tsai, Maarten Jurriaanse and Arne van Oosterom Three Identical Buttons Ticket March 27/28 Ticket April 28/29 Ticket June 5/6 Format The training itself is live on location, but is flanked by se

Listen to the story of Anderson Gomes da Silva, head of product design at bol, on a new episode of the Creative Leaders Unplugged Podcast.

Apple Podcasts

https://podcasts.apple.com/nl/podcast/creative-leaders-unplugged/id1517638543?i=1000679669842

Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2bjf8nFNNtcRkDiQVJu01j?si=85533da7480c4cec

Or anywhere else you like to listen to your favorite podcast.

The Story of Anderson Gomes Da Silva - Bold Leadership, Automation and Games Creative Leaders Unplugged · Episode

New Podcast Episode with Ewelina Polińska Nadra, Head of Innovation at Greenforce.

>> Curiosity and Authenticity: Foundations of Modern Leadership

Leaders are increasingly challenged to balance innovation with empathy. Ewelina Polińska Nadra, an innovation manager and mother, exemplifies how curiosity and authenticity can serve as the cornerstones of effective leadership. Her journey offers valuable insights into integrating personal values with professional practices.

Curiosity: The Catalyst for Growth

Ewelina’s life is a testament to the transformative power of curiosity. From exploring the depths of marketing to spontaneously diving into triathlons, her inquisitive nature propels her forward. For leaders, this relentless drive to ask questions, explore new avenues, and embrace the unknown fosters creativity and adaptability—qualities essential in industries undergoing constant change.

Authenticity in Leadership

Equally central to Ewelina’s philosophy is authenticity. She believes in bringing her whole self to work, acknowledging the inseparable link between personal and professional lives. By sharing her vulnerabilities—whether admitting to a bad day or drawing parallels between parenting and management—she creates an environment where others feel safe to be themselves. This approach humanizes leadership and fosters trust and openness among team members.

Lessons from Parenting

Ewelina’s experiences as a mother deeply influence her leadership style. She has learned to adapt her communication, offer tailored support, and respect individual differences—skills directly transferable to managing a diverse team. Her emphasis on creating a “brave space” encourages team members to take risks, voice dissenting opinions, and grow.

The Future of Leadership

As workplaces evolve, leaders must embrace a more holistic approach. Curiosity drives innovation, while authenticity builds connection and trust. Together, they form a powerful combination that enables leaders to navigate complexity while empowering their teams.

Ewelina’s story reminds us that leadership is not about perfection but about presence, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous learning—both about the world and oneself. As she succinctly puts it, “You can’t be authentic if you don’t know yourself.” In a world that demands both innovation and empathy, her insights offer a roadmap for leaders seeking to inspire and lead with integrity.

Apple Podcasts
https://podcasts.apple.com/nl/podcast/the-story-of-ewelina-polin-ska-nadra/id1517638543?i=1000678559030

Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/episode/45054HstzpwSl8ZVt6p6gz?si=04af562fb7054997&nd=1&dlsi=5d63d55f13f248ce

The Story of Ewelina Polińska Nadra - Curiosity, Leadership and work life balance Creative Leaders Unplugged · Episode

Future Skills Jam #8: "Future of Facilitation" · Luma What does facilitation mean to you? How is it evolving in today's world? And what is the future of facilitation? Join us for an interactive gathering to…

New episode with Designer, Educator & Artist Ari Elefterin
Join this enriching conversation and explore how embracing your unique perspective can lead to profound change in your life and community!

Apple
https://podcasts.apple.com/nl/podcast/creative-leaders-unplugged/id1517638543?i=1000677320918

Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3LuUHPVS5N8BpdsHRcRG8R?si=bdaf64488db64f04

Or anywhere else you like to listen to your favorite podcast.

The Story of Ari Elefterin - Embracing Your Unique Perspective - Creative Leaders Unplugged · Episode

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/embracing-neurodiversity-harnessing-unique-strengths-van-oosterom-mee1f

Embracing Neurodiversity: Harnessing the Unique Strengths of Creative Minds In a recent episode of Creative Leaders Unplugged Podcast, we dipped into the world of neurodiversity, focusing on how conditions like ADHD influence the lives of creative individuals. The discussion illuminated both the challenges and the remarkable advantages that accompany a “neuro-spicy” bra...