Suyin’s Friday Thoughts: blog articles by Suyin Aerts.https://suyin.be/enhttps://suyin.be/2025/12/26/what-if-hope-begins-with-showing-up/https://suyin.be/2025/12/26/what-if-hope-begins-with-showing-up/As this year comes to a close, I’ve been thinking a lot about the world we live in. A world that feels more fragmented than ever. We see conflict, inequality, fear, and fatigue, and yet, we also see sparks of hope. People still dare to dream, still dare to speak up, still dare to showFri, 26 Dec 2025 06:55:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/12/19/is-doing-nothing-the-hardest-thing-to-do/https://suyin.be/2025/12/19/is-doing-nothing-the-hardest-thing-to-do/As the year slowly comes to an end, I find myself reflecting, not on how much I’ve achieved, but on how much I’ve balanced. And as a former ballet dancer I know how important balance is. This year 2025 has been a year full of movement, travel, and change. New projects, new conversations, new chapters,Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:52:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/12/12/what-happens-when-we-stop-being-curious/https://suyin.be/2025/12/12/what-happens-when-we-stop-being-curious/I’ve always believed that curiosity is the beginning of everything, every idea, every innovation, every meaningful conversation starts with someone being curious enough to challenge what we already know or do. It’s the small spark that lights the fire of progress. But sometimes, I wonder if we’re at risk of losing it. In a worldFri, 12 Dec 2025 06:47:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/12/05/how-much-discipline-does-passion-need/https://suyin.be/2025/12/05/how-much-discipline-does-passion-need/I love passion, not a coincidence, that is also the first question I asked the people I interviewed for my book. We often celebrate passion, that spark, that fire that makes people chase their dreams. But the longer I observe, the more I realise: passion alone isn’t enough. Passion might start the journey, but it’sFri, 05 Dec 2025 06:36:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/11/28/what-if-letting-go-is-the-most-loving-thing-we-can-do/https://suyin.be/2025/11/28/what-if-letting-go-is-the-most-loving-thing-we-can-do/Letting go, two simple words that sound peaceful, almost poetic. But in real life, they can feel like standing on the edge of a cliff, trusting the wind will catch you. These past months, I’ve been watching both of my daughters take their own leaps. One is across the ocean, studying at university and trainingFri, 28 Nov 2025 06:32:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/11/21/will-artificial-intelligence-make-us-more-human/https://suyin.be/2025/11/21/will-artificial-intelligence-make-us-more-human/As I am almost at the end of my course on Artificial Intelligence, I can’t help but feel both excited and slightly unsettled. AI is everywhere, in how we work, communicate, and even make decisions. It’s fascinating, powerful, and at times a little intimidating. But the more I learn about it, the more I findFri, 21 Nov 2025 06:11:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/11/14/can-we-ever-be-truly-safe-in-a-digital-world/https://suyin.be/2025/11/14/can-we-ever-be-truly-safe-in-a-digital-world/In a world where almost everything is connected, the word safety has taken on a new meaning. As a moderator, I recently found myself once again diving into the fascinating and sometimes frightening world of cybersecurity. I’ve heard experts talk about ransomware, AI-driven attacks, and the fragility of our online systems. But what struck meFri, 14 Nov 2025 06:04:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/11/07/can-europe-still-afford-its-own-ideals/https://suyin.be/2025/11/07/can-europe-still-afford-its-own-ideals/Some weeks ago, I moderated an event that left me thinking deeply, perhaps more than any session in a long time. One keynote in particular, by Peter De Keyzer, struck a chord. He spoke about how Europe, despite its ideals and ambitions, is slowly making itself vulnerable.Too many rules. Labour prices that are too high.Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:54:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/10/31/can-empathy-survive-in-a-digital-world/https://suyin.be/2025/10/31/can-empathy-survive-in-a-digital-world/Two weeks ago I started a course on Artificial Intelligence. I wrote these lines 10 days before we started, let me share them with you: I’m genuinely excited about the course but I can’t help but wonder what happens to empathy as technology continues to evolve. AI fascinates me because it challenges the way weFri, 31 Oct 2025 06:41:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/10/24/when-did-caring-become-dangerous/https://suyin.be/2025/10/24/when-did-caring-become-dangerous/As a moderator, I have the privilege, and sometimes the burden, of diving deep into very specific topics. Some weeks ago, while moderating for VIAS, the independent agency for road safety, we focused on the lifecycle of a crash. You’d think by now I’ve heard it all, the technical details, the statistics, the human storiesFri, 24 Oct 2025 02:54:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/10/17/can-we-trust-numbers/https://suyin.be/2025/10/17/can-we-trust-numbers/Peter Hinssen often shares the idea that there is more fiction in Excel than in Word in his amazing keynotes, and he has a point. By the way Peter remains one of the best speakers on a stage I have seen, he keeps making me smile, laugh even though I know his keynotes almost byFri, 17 Oct 2025 05:43:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/10/10/do-numbers-carry-meaning-or-do-we-give-them-meaning/https://suyin.be/2025/10/10/do-numbers-carry-meaning-or-do-we-give-them-meaning/Today is 10/10, and I can’t help but pause at the beauty of numbers. Certain dates and numbers have always had a strange effect on me, almost as if they carry more weight than ordinary days. Is it coincidence, or something deeper? Maybe it’s just the human need for patterns. Maybe it’s numerology. Or maybeFri, 10 Oct 2025 03:58:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/10/03/what-wont-you-trade-no-matter-what/https://suyin.be/2025/10/03/what-wont-you-trade-no-matter-what/This week, I had the privilege of attending the Amsterdam Business Forum, where I joined a VIP Q&A with Neil Pasricha, the author of The Happiness Equation. When I had the chance to ask him a question, I chose one that is close to my heart: What is your non-negotiable? His answer was simple, butFri, 03 Oct 2025 03:04:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/09/26/what-does-freedom-really-mean/https://suyin.be/2025/09/26/what-does-freedom-really-mean/Watching my daughter fly out to begin her new adventure, I couldn’t help but feel a shift in how I see freedom. For her, freedom is about exploring, growing, living on her own terms. For me, as a mother, freedom means letting go. Trusting. Accepting that her path now belongs more to her than toFri, 26 Sep 2025 07:11:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/09/19/does-saying-sorry-really-make-a-difference/https://suyin.be/2025/09/19/does-saying-sorry-really-make-a-difference/Recently, I received a very angry email. The words hit me hard, even sharper than I expected. I carried them with me, replaying them in my mind, wondering if I had done something wrong, or if the reaction was simply unfair. Either way, it left a mark. And then… almost two months later, a newFri, 19 Sep 2025 07:09:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/09/12/what-if-small-things-become-big/https://suyin.be/2025/09/12/what-if-small-things-become-big/A few days ago, I had a call with an entrepreneur who wanted my perspective on a new project. She said, “I want to start small.” And I told her, “That’s fine. But what if small becomes big?” Because isn’t that how most things in life really grow? Small steps, repeated over time, turn intoFri, 12 Sep 2025 07:06:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/09/05/can-perfectionism-get-in-the-way-of-progress/https://suyin.be/2025/09/05/can-perfectionism-get-in-the-way-of-progress/Lately, I’ve started reformer pilates with a fantastic teacher. And while I love it, I quickly noticed something: my background as a dancer is both a blessing and a curse. On the one hand, my body remembers so much, like the posture, the alignment, the discipline. On the other hand, that same dancer’s mindset whispers:Fri, 05 Sep 2025 07:02:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/08/29/when-should-you-stick-to-your-non-negotiables/https://suyin.be/2025/08/29/when-should-you-stick-to-your-non-negotiables/We all have them, the boundaries, values, and lines we won’t cross. Or at least, we should have them. In my book 10 Quintessential Questions, I wrote about the importance of knowing your non-negotiables. But let’s be honest: how often do we truly pause to define them? The thing about non-negotiables is that they oftenFri, 29 Aug 2025 05:04:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/08/22/is-creativity-about-building-or-rebuilding/https://suyin.be/2025/08/22/is-creativity-about-building-or-rebuilding/I recently listened to a podcast by Simon Sinek where he explored the meaning of creativity, together with a musician. The question they asked stuck with me: is creativity just about building something new or is it actually about breaking things down and then rebuilding them? I like the idea, because when you look around,Fri, 22 Aug 2025 07:47:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/08/15/is-independence-the-first-step-towards-impact/https://suyin.be/2025/08/15/is-independence-the-first-step-towards-impact/At the moment I write this, our home is shifting. A new chapter is being written, not just by Jade, but by our other amazing daughter, Noa. Noa has always been remarkable in her own way. With her incredible sensitivity to the feelings of others, her deep empathy, and her ability to be both aFri, 15 Aug 2025 07:44:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/08/08/when-was-the-last-time-you-took-a-leap-into-the-unknown/https://suyin.be/2025/08/08/when-was-the-last-time-you-took-a-leap-into-the-unknown/Today, when I post this blog and podcast, I let go. As this will be about a day after we arrived at Ball State University where we leave Jade in the United States to begin her new chapter as a student and professional athlete, my heart is a mix of pride, emotion, and quiet reflection.Fri, 08 Aug 2025 07:40:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/08/01/can-you-taste-creativity/https://suyin.be/2025/08/01/can-you-taste-creativity/Cooking has always been one of my favorite creative outlets. There’s something magical about standing in a kitchen surrounded by ingredients, colors, textures, scents and letting inspiration take the lead. I love it most when I cook several dishes at the same time, as if my kitchen momentarily transforms into a small restaurant, full ofFri, 01 Aug 2025 07:36:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/07/25/is-your-job-still-bringing-you-joy/https://suyin.be/2025/07/25/is-your-job-still-bringing-you-joy/They say “Job” and “Joy” are only one letter apart, yet sometimes, they feel worlds away. We spend a large part of our lives working. And for many, what starts as an exciting opportunity can slowly turn into a golden cage. Safe, comfortable, but sometimes also limiting. The view from inside might still be beautiful,Fri, 25 Jul 2025 07:31:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/07/18/can-questions-create-leaders/https://suyin.be/2025/07/18/can-questions-create-leaders/News reached me that Leonard Lauder passed away some weeks ago. He was not only known for his business legacy and the “lipstick economy” concept, but also for his reflections on leadership. In one of his final speeches, he said something that I agree with a lot: “Being a leader is not something you’re bornFri, 18 Jul 2025 07:12:08 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/07/11/are-we-forgetting-how-to-give-undivided-attention/https://suyin.be/2025/07/11/are-we-forgetting-how-to-give-undivided-attention/I love technology. I really do. My smartphone keeps me connected, organized, and inspired. But lately I catch myself checking it too often without even thinking. In a conversation, at the dinner table, in a meeting and recently when I was talking with my coach I realized how hard it has become to offer someoneFri, 11 Jul 2025 00:36:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/07/04/can-you-both-be-an-artist-and-a-competitor/https://suyin.be/2025/07/04/can-you-both-be-an-artist-and-a-competitor/Sometimes I look back and wonder if my career started as a top-level athlete or as an artist? And more and more, I realize it was never either/or. It was both. A blend. The strength of one complemented the soul of the other. As an athlete, the path is measurable. You win or you lose.Fri, 04 Jul 2025 08:48:28 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/06/27/do-random-ideas-really-come-out-of-nowhere/https://suyin.be/2025/06/27/do-random-ideas-really-come-out-of-nowhere/I sometimes wonder whether our random thoughts and ideas are truly random? Or are they whispers from our heart, quiet nudges from the universe guiding us toward something we haven’t fully understood yet? Where does that spark come from that makes us want to act, to create, to change something? Maybe it’s not random atFri, 27 Jun 2025 00:47:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/06/20/what-if-the-story-you-never-wanted-to-tell-finds-you-anyway/https://suyin.be/2025/06/20/what-if-the-story-you-never-wanted-to-tell-finds-you-anyway/There are moments when life forces us to pause, not because we choose to, but because we must. Over the past months, I’ve crossed paths with some remarkable young people: bright minds, entrepreneurs, parents and each of them full of life, ambition, and purpose. And each of them now faces the unimaginable: a cancer diagnosis.Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:42:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/06/13/what-does-it-mean-to-truly-connect-with-someone-through-voice-alone/https://suyin.be/2025/06/13/what-does-it-mean-to-truly-connect-with-someone-through-voice-alone/When I met Karl Meesters some time ago as a speaker at an event, it made me reflect on something I had never fully put into words. What happens when we remove the visual? When we strip away facial expressions, body language, the distractions of how someone looks? Can voice alone create a deeper connection?Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:37:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/06/06/are-we-missing-the-real-meaning-of-sustainability/https://suyin.be/2025/06/06/are-we-missing-the-real-meaning-of-sustainability/Lately, I’ve been moderating conversations and recording podcasts on sustainability. It has been events filled with passionate voices, bold ideas, and ambitious goals. And yet, as I listen and engage, a question keeps resurfacing in my mind: Are we narrowing sustainability down to labels and certifications while missing what truly matters? Don’t get me wrong,Fri, 06 Jun 2025 03:09:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/05/30/how-do-we-raise-girls-who-change-the-world/https://suyin.be/2025/05/30/how-do-we-raise-girls-who-change-the-world/A few years ago, I traveled to a remote village in Morocco as part of a delegation of women. It was there, among the dusty paths and quiet strength of rural life, that I met Ayla. She was around the same age as my daughters, full of dreams and hope. I still remember the drawingFri, 30 May 2025 02:58:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/05/23/are-we-too-focused-on-the-future-to-enjoy-today/https://suyin.be/2025/05/23/are-we-too-focused-on-the-future-to-enjoy-today/This week, my 18-year-old daughter told me something that stayed with me: how important it is not only to prepare for the future, but also to truly enjoy each day as it comes. As she and her sister prepare to start university, it’s beautiful to witness their excitement and focus. Their eyes are on what’sFri, 23 May 2025 02:55:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/05/16/how-do-you-balance-a-week-when-you-wear-so-many-hats/https://suyin.be/2025/05/16/how-do-you-balance-a-week-when-you-wear-so-many-hats/This week, my team came up with a great idea: what if people started sending in questions they’re curious to hear my answers to for the blog or podcast? I loved the idea immediately. And then came the twist: “Why don’t you start by answering our question?” Fair enough. So how do I balance aFri, 16 May 2025 02:48:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/05/09/are-you-listening-to-your-intuition/https://suyin.be/2025/05/09/are-you-listening-to-your-intuition/Intuition is whispering to us all the time, but we’re usually too busy or distracted to truly listen. Yet, when we make decisions or reach out to people based on a random gut feeling, great things can happen. Lately, I’ve noticed that some of my tribe is changing. I feel disconnected from people who haveFri, 09 May 2025 00:42:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/05/02/are-we-playing-hide-and-seek-with-the-truth/https://suyin.be/2025/05/02/are-we-playing-hide-and-seek-with-the-truth/We all know the game of hide and seek, and I mean not just the childhood version, but the one we play with ourselves and the truth. The question is: would our world function the same way if we removed the comfort of half-truths? And more importantly, would we be able to cope with ourFri, 02 May 2025 00:34:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/04/25/what-seperates-starters-from-finishers/https://suyin.be/2025/04/25/what-seperates-starters-from-finishers/We all love starting something new. A fresh project, a new training plan, a bold goal, because it’s exciting. The first steps are filled with energy and motivation. Think about starting a running program, committing to a new diet, or even launching a blog. I know that feeling well. More than 7 years and manyFri, 25 Apr 2025 00:30:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/04/18/do-i-prepare-for-an-interview/https://suyin.be/2025/04/18/do-i-prepare-for-an-interview/Of course, I prepare. To me, not preparing would be a lack of respect. But the most important part of an interview isn’t the preparation, it is about being fully present the moment the conversation begins. I don’t just listen to the words spoken; I listen to what remains unsaid. I pay attention to tone,Fri, 18 Apr 2025 03:23:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/04/11/do-we-truly-understand-the-weight-of-speaking-our-truth/https://suyin.be/2025/04/11/do-we-truly-understand-the-weight-of-speaking-our-truth/A while ago, I had the privilege of meeting Lale Gül, an author whose journey has not only captured attention but deeply moved me. Her rise from an aspiring writer to a public figure was anything but ordinary. Her story is both inspiring and cautionary, but it was a powerful reminder of what it trulyFri, 11 Apr 2025 00:21:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/04/04/should-we-ask-questions-we-already-know-the-answer-to/https://suyin.be/2025/04/04/should-we-ask-questions-we-already-know-the-answer-to/In my Friday Thoughts, I explore the power of questions, big questions, small questions, and sometimes the ones we think we already know the answers to. This week, I want to dive into a question that might seem counterintuitive: Should we ask questions we already know the answer to? At first glance, it feels unnecessary.Fri, 04 Apr 2025 00:13:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/03/28/when-does-micromanagement-go-too-far/https://suyin.be/2025/03/28/when-does-micromanagement-go-too-far/Micromanagement is just the word itself triggers strong reactions. We’ve all heard how bad it is, how it kills creativity, discourages autonomy, and drains motivation. But is all micromanagement bad? Or is there a thin line between controlling too much and caring just enough? This question stuck with me after listening to a podcast whereFri, 28 Mar 2025 03:28:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/03/21/why-am-i-turning-my-friday-thoughts-into-a-podcast/https://suyin.be/2025/03/21/why-am-i-turning-my-friday-thoughts-into-a-podcast/For years, my Friday Thoughts have lived on the page. Since 2018, I’ve written weekly reflections on quintessential questions—the ones that challenge us, push us forward, and make us rethink the way we live, lead, and connect. But now, it’s time for a new chapter. It’s time to give these thoughts a voice. My voice.Fri, 21 Mar 2025 17:31:02 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/03/14/are-specialist-and-generalists-really-that-different/https://suyin.be/2025/03/14/are-specialist-and-generalists-really-that-different/In my podcast with my co-host Celine Malyster, I explore the world of specialists, those who dedicate their entire careers to mastering one field, one craft, one expertise. Their focus is admirable, their commitment incredible. Some spend decades refining a single skill, pushing boundaries in their industry, and becoming the go-to experts in their domain.Fri, 14 Mar 2025 07:59:06 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/03/07/what-if-raising-a-daughter-is-the-ultimate-act-of-empowerment/https://suyin.be/2025/03/07/what-if-raising-a-daughter-is-the-ultimate-act-of-empowerment/March 8 has always been a powerful day “International Women’s Day”, a moment to reflect on the rights, struggles, and triumphs of women around the world. But for me, this date carries an even deeper significance. Eighteen years ago, on this very day, I became a mother. My eldest daughter was born, and with herFri, 07 Mar 2025 02:43:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/02/28/why-vulnerability-is-the-key-to-asking-quintessential-questions/https://suyin.be/2025/02/28/why-vulnerability-is-the-key-to-asking-quintessential-questions/One year ago, I launched “10 Quintessential Questions“, a book born from my belief that we should never stop questioning the why. I chose to release it in a leap year, a moment that reminds us that sometimes, we get an extra day, that is a chance to pause, reflect, and maybe even take aFri, 28 Feb 2025 12:54:34 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/02/21/what-if-cybersecurity-is-the-new-battlefield/https://suyin.be/2025/02/21/what-if-cybersecurity-is-the-new-battlefield/This week, I had the opportunity to moderate an event celebrating 10 years of the Cyber Security Coalition in Belgium, which was a milestone that reflects not only how far we’ve come but also how much remains ahead. When you take a deep dive into a specific industry, one thing becomes clear: curiosity is theFri, 21 Feb 2025 12:35:39 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/02/14/do-we-truly-see-those-without-children/https://suyin.be/2025/02/14/do-we-truly-see-those-without-children/Valentine’s Day is often filled with love stories, but today, I want to talk about a story that is too often overlooked: the journey of couples without children. This past week, I met a woman who wrote a book about her experience as a non-mother and how it shaped her relationships with those around her—manyFri, 14 Feb 2025 14:00:53 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/02/07/why-does-womens-sport-matter-more-than-ever/https://suyin.be/2025/02/07/why-does-womens-sport-matter-more-than-ever/This week marked National Women in Sports Day, a moment to celebrate the impact of sports on women’s lives and futures. It made me reflect not only on the broader significance of sports for women but also on how being part of a fieldhockey team has shaped my own daughters. The lessons they’ve learned—discipline, resilience,Fri, 07 Feb 2025 08:42:33 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/01/31/does-science-have-all-the-answers/https://suyin.be/2025/01/31/does-science-have-all-the-answers/For the past 2 weeks, I listened to The Telepathy Tapes, a podcast that left me with more questions than answers—and I mean that in the best possible way. It explored the lives of non-speaking autistic people and challenged so many assumptions about communication, intelligence, and understanding. While the stories themselves were deeply moving, whatFri, 31 Jan 2025 04:12:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/01/24/is-talent-enough-to-achieve-greatness/https://suyin.be/2025/01/24/is-talent-enough-to-achieve-greatness/I recently finished Angela Duckworth’s Grit, and it’s left me reflecting deeply on the idea of what truly drives success. One of the most striking lines in her book is this: “Talent is common. What we invest to develop that talent is the critical final measure of greatness.” This resonates so much with me becauseFri, 24 Jan 2025 05:36:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/01/17/can-listening-lead-to-transformation/https://suyin.be/2025/01/17/can-listening-lead-to-transformation/This week, I listened to an inspiring podcast featuring Simon Sinek and Mel Robbins, and I couldn’t stop thinking about it. You know that feeling when someone’s story resonates so deeply that you wish you could meet them in person? That was me, listening to Mel Robbins share her wisdom, experiences, and unique perspective onFri, 17 Jan 2025 04:38:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/01/10/what-if-indifference-is-the-real-threat/https://suyin.be/2025/01/10/what-if-indifference-is-the-real-threat/As I write this, the fire raging in Los Angeles is yet another reminder of the fragility of our world and the lives within it. It’s hard not to feel overwhelmed by the scale of disasters happening globally—fires, floods, conflicts, and crises. Yet, what troubles me most isn’t just the disasters themselves, but the indifferenceFri, 10 Jan 2025 16:17:34 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2025/01/03/what-if-we-start-the-year-with-a-quintessential-question/https://suyin.be/2025/01/03/what-if-we-start-the-year-with-a-quintessential-question/As we stepped into a new year this week, I believe it’s a perfect time to pause and ask ourselves meaningful questions—quintessential questions that challenge, inspire, and help us gain clarity about the direction we’re heading. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a leader, or someone simply looking to grow, the right questions can be more powerfulFri, 03 Jan 2025 08:53:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/12/27/do-we-need-to-be-prepared/https://suyin.be/2024/12/27/do-we-need-to-be-prepared/As the year draws to a close, one question has been lingering in my mind: Do we need to be prepared? And if so, how? The geopolitical challenges we face as a world today are more complex than ever. Conflicts are no longer distant—they affect economies, communities, and the way we live and work. ThisFri, 27 Dec 2024 08:46:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/12/20/the-year-in-questions/https://suyin.be/2024/12/20/the-year-in-questions/As the year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting not just on what happened, but on the questions that guided me through it all. In entrepreneurship, leadership, and even personal growth, I’ve learned time and again that the quality of the questions we ask determines the clarity of the answers we find. InFri, 20 Dec 2024 08:30:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/12/13/making-decisions-that-count/https://suyin.be/2024/12/13/making-decisions-that-count/As entrepreneurs, we’re often told to trust our instincts and follow our vision, but how often do we truly base our decisions on the hard figures of our businesses? Too many entrepreneurs struggle to make the right calls because they’re not fully grounded in the data. Without a clear understanding of the numbers—revenue, costs, margins,Fri, 13 Dec 2024 03:59:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/12/06/reflections-on-globalization-and-diplomacy/https://suyin.be/2024/12/06/reflections-on-globalization-and-diplomacy/This week, I had the privilege of attending our yearly end-of-year dinner with a group of inspiring entrepreneurs. It was a chance to connect, reflect, and exchange ideas about the year behind us and the challenges ahead. The highlight of the evening was a thought-provoking keynote by Marc De Vos, who delved into a topicFri, 06 Dec 2024 01:34:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/11/29/do-what-you-love-love-what-you-do-2/https://suyin.be/2024/11/29/do-what-you-love-love-what-you-do-2/Today I had to wake up earlier than I would normally do. And even though I felt a little tired and cold when getting in my car, I also felt a deep sense of gratitude. For most of us, careers span nearly five decades—a significant portion of our lives. That’s why what you do forFri, 29 Nov 2024 13:36:26 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/11/22/reflections-from-a-meaningfull-experience/https://suyin.be/2024/11/22/reflections-from-a-meaningfull-experience/Recently, I had the privilege of working closely with an organization that left a profound impression on me. Over two days of engaging discussions, thought-provoking ideas, and genuine connection, I saw something rare and inspiring—an organization deeply rooted in its mission to change the world for the better, led by individuals who approach their workFri, 22 Nov 2024 17:18:29 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/11/15/ballerina-girl/https://suyin.be/2024/11/15/ballerina-girl/Wauw this morning one of my best friends sent me a picture of the sea stating she was thinking of me. How nice to get this message on a gray morning while walking my dog, she said she was thinking of me because she woke up with Lionel Ritchies song, ballerina girl, saying the songFri, 15 Nov 2024 08:06:31 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/11/08/reflections-of-my-week/https://suyin.be/2024/11/08/reflections-of-my-week/This past week has been full of impressions and learning experiences. One of the advantages of my job as a host and moderator is that I am often lucky to listen to inspiring speakers, this week the keynote from an incredibly inspiring individual, almost blind yet full of resilience was really impressive also as itFri, 08 Nov 2024 12:35:30 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/11/01/does-a-true-entrepreneur-exist/https://suyin.be/2024/11/01/does-a-true-entrepreneur-exist/Yesterday I gave a presentation about my book “10 Quintessential Questions” and I also had the pleasure to interview Hans Crijns about his book ” Love letters to entrepreneurs”. We talked about what makes a “true entrepreneur.” Some people believe it’s a matter of personality—a certain charisma, a risk-taking nature, or a knack for spottingFri, 01 Nov 2024 06:20:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/10/25/the-power-and-complexity-of-an-outspoken-voice/https://suyin.be/2024/10/25/the-power-and-complexity-of-an-outspoken-voice/This week, I had the privilege of meeting Lale Gül, an author whose story has not only captured attention but deeply moved me. Lale’s journey, from an aspiring writer to a sudden public figure, is one that is both inspiring and cautionary. Her story reminds me of the profound impact of sharing one’s truth—and theFri, 25 Oct 2024 13:41:13 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/10/18/sustainability-is-a-mindset/https://suyin.be/2024/10/18/sustainability-is-a-mindset/During a call this week, with a possible client, he asked me what sustainability meant to me. I thought it would be an idea to also share my thoughts in my blog.As an entrepreneur, I am convinced that sustainability is not just about ticking off boxes or obtaining certifications. While those achievements are important andFri, 18 Oct 2024 08:56:44 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/10/10/grateful-for-your-reactions/https://suyin.be/2024/10/10/grateful-for-your-reactions/This week has been incredibly rewarding, and I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the overwhelming response to my recent article in the newspaper. It’s always a bit nerve-wracking to put your thoughts out there, especially when you’re sharing something personal. But the feedback I’ve received has truly touched me, especially the wayThu, 10 Oct 2024 22:20:21 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/10/04/should-we-trust-intuition/https://suyin.be/2024/10/04/should-we-trust-intuition/When we think about decision-making, logic and data often come to mind. We analyze the facts, weigh the pros and cons, and seek out advice from others. But there’s another force at play that we sometimes overlook, and that is intuition. I see intuition as an inner voice, the gut feeling that nudges us towardFri, 04 Oct 2024 12:20:29 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/09/27/dilemmas-questions/https://suyin.be/2024/09/27/dilemmas-questions/Yesterday I was the host of a nice event where the central theme was dilemma’s. It was particularly nice to be able to listen to the amazing keynote of Fons Trompenaars. I fully understand why he was awarded recently as one of the world’s most influential management thinkers. His whole keynote was about dilemma’s, cultureFri, 27 Sep 2024 15:20:10 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/09/20/the-thrill-of-podcasting/https://suyin.be/2024/09/20/the-thrill-of-podcasting/I’ve recently embarked on a new and exciting journey : working on a podcast with a fantastic co-host. The vibe we share is electric, and it’s making the process so much fun and inspiring as it feels we both bring the best energy to every conversation. It feels as if we have always been doingFri, 20 Sep 2024 11:26:42 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/09/13/grid-talent/https://suyin.be/2024/09/13/grid-talent/Lately, I’ve been immersed in a fantastic book about grit, and it’s been sparking all sorts of reflections about what truly drives success. We often hear about the importance of talent—being born with natural gifts that make us stand out. But the more I think about it, the more convinced I am that grit willFri, 13 Sep 2024 10:32:35 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/09/06/friday-thoughts/https://suyin.be/2024/09/06/friday-thoughts/As the workweek comes to an end, Fridays offer the perfect opportunity to reflect on our accomplishments and begin shifting our focus toward rest and self-care. Striking a balance between productivity and relaxation is essential—not only for our mental and physical health but also for our long-term success. Fridays provide a natural bridge between theFri, 06 Sep 2024 17:23:58 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/08/30/versatile-entrepreneur/https://suyin.be/2024/08/30/versatile-entrepreneur/On my website you will see that I call myself a versatile entrepreneur, let me explain to you why I am proud to combine things in my professional life.In today’s world, where specialization is often celebrated and rewarded, it’s easy to overlook the invaluable contributions of generalists and multipotentialites—those who possess a diverse range ofFri, 30 Aug 2024 14:17:26 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/08/23/the-power-of-passion/https://suyin.be/2024/08/23/the-power-of-passion/In 10 quintessential questions the first chapter is about passion. I started every interview with a question that seems almost universal: “Do we all have a passion?” Passion is the fuel that drives us, the spark that lights up our lives. But do we all have it? And if so, how do we find it?Fri, 23 Aug 2024 14:04:59 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/08/16/the-power-of-asking-the-right-questions/https://suyin.be/2024/08/16/the-power-of-asking-the-right-questions/In our fast-paced, information-rich world, the ability to ask the right questions has never been more critical. Whether you’re leading a team, making decisions in your personal life, or even working with AI tools like ChatGPT, the questions you ask often determine the quality of the answers you receive. That is obviously the reason whyFri, 16 Aug 2024 12:28:31 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/08/09/parenthood/https://suyin.be/2024/08/09/parenthood/Today, I want to talk about what is perhaps the most challenging job in the world: parenthood. This morning, I witnessed a poignant example of this challenge when I found a young 19-year-old girl crying while walking my dog. After a discussion with her mother, she lost her phone, a situation that escalated into tearsFri, 09 Aug 2024 09:41:23 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/08/02/what-can-we-learn-as-leaders-from-the-olympics/https://suyin.be/2024/08/02/what-can-we-learn-as-leaders-from-the-olympics/As the Olympic Games captivate audiences worldwide, I was wondering what we can learn from the athletes and their coaches that might help us as leaders in a business world. It makes me reflect on the leadership qualities that drive athletes to greatness. How can we grow from good to great is something my friendFri, 02 Aug 2024 08:18:50 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/07/26/the-olympic-dream/https://suyin.be/2024/07/26/the-olympic-dream/The Olympic dream represents more than just a competition to me; it embodies the ideals of unity, inclusivity, and the shared human experience. As we approach this year’s opening ceremony, I find myself filled with anticipation and excitement. Athletes from all corners of the globe come together, transcending cultural, political, and social boundaries. This grandFri, 26 Jul 2024 14:28:58 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/07/19/embracing-the-sandbox/https://suyin.be/2024/07/19/embracing-the-sandbox/Even though I am taking some weeks off at the moment, I find myself looking forward to the opportunities that lie ahead, especially the chance to try things out in a sandbox environment. This space, free from the usual constraints and pressures, offers a unique playground for creativity and innovation. Some of the things IFri, 19 Jul 2024 10:29:32 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/07/12/dilemma/https://suyin.be/2024/07/12/dilemma/It happens to me from time to time that I have a hard time making the decision as it seems as if I am confronted with a dilemma. Those situations where the right choice isn’t clear, and each option has its own set of pros and cons. Whether it’s a professional challenge or a personalFri, 12 Jul 2024 09:20:42 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/07/05/criticism-2/https://suyin.be/2024/07/05/criticism-2/It is not easy but I believe we can evolve a lot if we are able to really embrace the fact that there is a silver lining in criticism. Even though I know it can highlight blind spots we were unaware of, pushing us out of our comfort zones and driving personal and professional growth,Fri, 05 Jul 2024 14:03:44 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/06/28/toxic-leadership/https://suyin.be/2024/06/28/toxic-leadership/We see more and more articles in the newspapers about toxic leadership. I have the feeling that the new generations do not agree as we might have agreed too much with dominant and even toxic leaders before. I was talking about it recently with a friend wondering if toxic leaders are more present in aFri, 28 Jun 2024 03:32:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/06/21/modesty-2/https://suyin.be/2024/06/21/modesty-2/Most of the time we say that modesty is an admirable quality. Modesty can build strong relationships, foster a collaborative spirit, and create a positive environment where everyone feels valued, However, there’s a fine line between modesty and becoming excessive reticent. I believe that excessive modesty could also become a bad quality. It can leadFri, 21 Jun 2024 03:17:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/06/14/a-bold-move/https://suyin.be/2024/06/14/a-bold-move/The road to success is rarely a straight path; it’s filled with twists, turns, and obstacles. It is not easy sometimes because if you think about the things from a realistic perspective you would sometimes avoid making a certain move. I try not to forget that every bold move is a step closer to myFri, 14 Jun 2024 03:32:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/06/07/research/https://suyin.be/2024/06/07/research/I had a very interesting week again, new insights, new people. It made me think again about how important innovation and research is but also about how research needs to come back to the market, to society as fast as possible. How we need to continue aiming to stay ahead in Europe, which is definitelyFri, 07 Jun 2024 15:52:47 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/05/31/incognito/https://suyin.be/2024/05/31/incognito/After a funny story you can read on my LinkedIn profile, I started thinking about the concept of being incognito a little more. Let me give you the story short : I was seated next to a very famous author and did not recognize him. Probably because I was in an incognito modus myself. TheFri, 31 May 2024 14:32:10 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/05/24/the-role/https://suyin.be/2024/05/24/the-role/Today I would like to share my 2 cents on the importance of serendipity in your role as a leader. I believe we are heading towards different times in leadership, we do not want leaders that always have an answer, we do not believe leaders who always come with a plan, we even doubt leadersFri, 24 May 2024 07:12:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/05/17/think-twice/https://suyin.be/2024/05/17/think-twice/In a world overflowing with information and opinions, the art of listening has never been more vital. Besides listening I believe it is important to be aware of the fact that we all have our own understanding and that we are all biased about many concepts, habits and ideas in life. Having the courage toFri, 17 May 2024 16:48:59 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/05/10/questioning-the-why-to-co-create/https://suyin.be/2024/05/10/questioning-the-why-to-co-create/Co-creation is more than just a trendy buzzword—it’s a powerful concept that I’ve witnessed firsthand time and time again. It’s about the magic that happens when individuals come together, exchanging ideas and perspectives to create something truly innovative. It’s about moving beyond consensus to discover that third alternative that sparks true transformation. Through my studiesFri, 10 May 2024 13:13:46 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/05/03/talking-to-strangers/https://suyin.be/2024/05/03/talking-to-strangers/For my book ‘10 Quintessential Questions” I had the chance to talk to 21 beautiful individuals. During one of the interviews Daria & Jasmina, mother and daughter, talked about the fact that we too often fear talking to strangers. I could not agree more. During my keynotes I often talk about the importance of curiosity,Fri, 03 May 2024 08:21:28 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/04/26/beyond-niceness/https://suyin.be/2024/04/26/beyond-niceness/The past months are so often characterized by bad news, so I believe that kindness is an opportunity that offers us some warmth in these moments of coldness.But is kindness synonymous with being nice, or does it mean something deeper, more profound? I have the feeling that kindness embodies a genuine concern for the well-beingFri, 26 Apr 2024 18:50:51 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/04/19/future/https://suyin.be/2024/04/19/future/I believe we’re not just along for the ride in shaping the future—it’s something we actively create every single day. Running a company adds an extra layer of challenge to this. We have to weigh up the opportunities and risks. Looking a year ahead might seem impossible, especially when day-to-day business can be so demanding.Fri, 19 Apr 2024 18:09:04 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/04/12/fear-and-panic/https://suyin.be/2024/04/12/fear-and-panic/Some weeks ago I had the chance to be at the Sopernova conference. The closing keynote for Charlie Duke was very impressive, it felt impossible that this energetic man had the age he has. He talked about many things linked to his experiences on the moon and you could feel even in the back rowFri, 12 Apr 2024 03:46:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/04/05/are-you-happy/https://suyin.be/2024/04/05/are-you-happy/When I was doing the interviews last spring for my book “10 Quintessential Questions” one of the questions was about success. What did it mean to my interviewees? In many conversations this brought me also to discuss happiness. Defining success is not easy, very personal and also depending on your educational background and culture. DefiningFri, 05 Apr 2024 03:28:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/03/29/that-minority/https://suyin.be/2024/03/29/that-minority/I cannot believe that I have been blogging since March 27 2018…that’s 6 years already, that is many articles, many thoughts..I was thinking about a blog I wrote years ago after I heard a podcast with Oprah Winfrey wo said she was happy to do what she did because she was part of the rightFri, 29 Mar 2024 06:21:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/03/22/entrepreneurship-3/https://suyin.be/2024/03/22/entrepreneurship-3/In my new book “10 Quintessential Questions” I also asked my guests whether entrepreneurship can be taught. During the book launch this week Wim De Vilder asked me if all my interviewees agreed on this question? No, the ideas my guests shared with me have been very different and very interesting (you can read themFri, 22 Mar 2024 09:22:25 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/03/15/compliance/https://suyin.be/2024/03/15/compliance/Yesterday at an event I was hosting I heard a very nice keynote from Wim Wuyts. I loved this quote from Jules Goddard: “you don’t want to look back on your life and conclude that you complied”. How much this is true, how much this resonates with the 9th questions in my book ‘10 QuintessentialFri, 15 Mar 2024 18:25:19 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/03/08/too-win-yu-need-to-learn-how-to-lose/https://suyin.be/2024/03/08/too-win-yu-need-to-learn-how-to-lose/My loss today feels like a defeat that echoes audition days when I still was a dancer. In the unpredictable journey of entrepreneurship, there are moments that resonate with the echoes of past endeavors. Today, I faced a setback, I lost a game in the pursuit of becoming the best entrepreneur for the region where ourFri, 08 Mar 2024 07:33:10 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/03/01/energy-is-giving-and-taking/https://suyin.be/2024/03/01/energy-is-giving-and-taking/When people wonder and ask me how I get the energy to do what I do and how to manage to navigate the currents of life, I think it is about many things but these three fundamental sources are important for sure. Firstly, it’s about the company we keep. Surround yourself with individuals who infuseFri, 01 Mar 2024 02:38:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/02/23/the-birth-of-a-book/https://suyin.be/2024/02/23/the-birth-of-a-book/Today, I want to share the symphony of emotions I had because I received little videos from my publisher from the printing of my book. As an ex dancer I still have something with rhythm and sometimes I even hear music in certain sounds. Observing the synchronized dance of the printing machines felt like witnessingFri, 23 Feb 2024 07:45:11 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/02/16/self-love/https://suyin.be/2024/02/16/self-love/I was invited by Aniana who wrote a beautiful book that she gifted me 2 years ago. A book that touched me deeply. Aniana was asked to give a talk on Monday in the beautiful women’s club The Nine in Brussels. The title of her talk was “Breaking free-Self Love as the key to blissFri, 16 Feb 2024 01:36:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/02/09/interpretation/https://suyin.be/2024/02/09/interpretation/This week I had the chance to moderate some interesting panels. One of the speakers said something very relevant: the interpretation of data is the new gold. In the rapidly evolving landscape of data-driven decision-making, the art of asking precise questions becomes more and more important for extracting valuable insights. As we navigate this eraFri, 09 Feb 2024 14:39:49 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/02/02/negotiations/https://suyin.be/2024/02/02/negotiations/A new month has started! February, the month my new book will be published. This year is a leap year so I selected a special date for the launch: 29th February. Publishing a book comes with many negotiations, and when you say negotiate we say asking questions. This book is about asking the right questions.Fri, 02 Feb 2024 04:55:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/01/26/a-path-to-inclusive-progress/https://suyin.be/2024/01/26/a-path-to-inclusive-progress/Yesterday, I was at the book launch of a friend of mine who shares her own story through the eyes and feelings of a character, as this book, her second book, is a novel this time. After an amazing performance as that is what the launch was, with parts out of the book put onFri, 26 Jan 2024 20:28:47 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/01/19/beyond-the-spotlight/https://suyin.be/2024/01/19/beyond-the-spotlight/I started my career as someone who navigated the stage as both a dancer and actress. I have been back on stage and in front of cameras for about 10 years now, but not to play a role, but to be myself, as a host, moderator, interviewer or something in between.I feel that when youFri, 19 Jan 2024 01:59:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/01/12/europe/https://suyin.be/2024/01/12/europe/As a moderator and interviewer passionate about meaningful discourse, I am excited about the possibilities that Belgium’s EU Presidency brings. By posing pertinent questions, facilitating dialogues, and spotlighting initiatives, I am sure that we can collectively contribute to a Europe that embraces diversity, thrives on collaboration, and works tirelessly towards a future defined by peaceFri, 12 Jan 2024 08:24:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2024/01/05/elevator-pitch/https://suyin.be/2024/01/05/elevator-pitch/Not so long ago when I was signing books at an event (my first book about multipotentialite) somebody asked me a very good question: how can we best introduce ourselves as a generalist and when we combine things when we are at a networking event? It is for sure that when you often go toFri, 05 Jan 2024 14:50:15 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/12/29/why-another-book/https://suyin.be/2023/12/29/why-another-book/As an author passionate about leadership and entrepreneurship, I’m excited to introduce my new book: “10 Quintessential Questions“. In a world inundated with information, I am convinced that the power of asking the right questions has emerged as a crucial skill that fuels innovation, fosters growth, and propels success. I had the opportunity to talkFri, 29 Dec 2023 13:36:50 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/12/22/embracing-entrepreneurship-in-the-age-of-ai/https://suyin.be/2023/12/22/embracing-entrepreneurship-in-the-age-of-ai/AI, once a distant concept from science fiction, has become an integral part of modern entrepreneurship. Its integration has unlocked unprecedented possibilities, challenging conventional business models and fostering a wave of creativity and advancement. The fusion of entrepreneurial spirit and AI capabilities is set to redefine how we perceive, create, and execute business strategies inFri, 22 Dec 2023 14:24:05 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/12/15/the-right-questions/https://suyin.be/2023/12/15/the-right-questions/When I think for a moment about the history of humanity and all the technological and scientific wonders that we have produced as a species, I realize that for almost every invention or breakthrough it was because someone dared to challenge the status quo. Often when someone has got an idea for something new, someFri, 15 Dec 2023 05:51:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/12/08/artificial-intelligence-2/https://suyin.be/2023/12/08/artificial-intelligence-2/I can no longer count the events on two hands that I moderate where “AI” was the leading cast. It is about a year ago that ChatGPT was launched,and I see more and more sectors putting AI in the spotlight in their communication and events. I see many more hands raised when keynote speakers askFri, 08 Dec 2023 17:00:40 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/12/01/versatile/https://suyin.be/2023/12/01/versatile/What do you think when I tell you that as entrepreneurs we need to be versatile enough to navigate the complexities?It is something that has been proven to be even more important than I thought when I first started as a partner in the company my husband founded almost 30 years ago.I really thought thatFri, 01 Dec 2023 20:37:30 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/11/24/black-friday/https://suyin.be/2023/11/24/black-friday/I cannot believe my mailbox and my timelines: it is Black Friday all over. This becomes more present year after year. Habits from the States are more and more coming our way, when I was young no way we had Halloween, Thanksgiving, Black Friday…I only remember presents for St Valentine & St Nicolas. I canFri, 24 Nov 2023 15:47:30 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/11/17/war-2/https://suyin.be/2023/11/17/war-2/A long time ago, when I was in my last year of high school, I had a teacher for morals, who combined his job as a teacher with a job as a journalist. Reporting about the Gulf War. I was very much inspired by this young teacher and the way he shared about his jobFri, 17 Nov 2023 19:12:59 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/11/10/gratitude/https://suyin.be/2023/11/10/gratitude/I am finalizing a new project, exciting but also challenging as I was getting feedback from some people this week. I feel so grateful for the feedback I already got. When something you put a lot of effort into seems to please and touch people that is very important for me. I feel happy toFri, 10 Nov 2023 17:56:35 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/11/03/comparison/https://suyin.be/2023/11/03/comparison/There’s an old saying: “Comparison is the thief of joy.” When we’re in constant competition with others, we overlook our own progress and potential. I used to compare myself all the time as a dancer, because it was a constant quest of being the best, because contracts were limited. Afterwards as an actress it wasFri, 03 Nov 2023 14:55:31 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/10/27/patient/https://suyin.be/2023/10/27/patient/In this blog article I do not want to talk about being patient when you link this word with the idea of time. I want to talk about the feeling of being a patient when you relate it to healthcare. I was the moderator of a 2 days conference in Paris on Innovation in Healthcare that madeFri, 27 Oct 2023 15:37:09 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/10/20/taking-time/https://suyin.be/2023/10/20/taking-time/I had a very busy week with many events, so I heard many speakers sharing interesting ideas. One speaker talked about time, how important it is to take the time, and how you have to learn to be patient for the outcomes of some projects as the success will not come overnight. Patience is notFri, 20 Oct 2023 13:23:58 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/10/13/mistakes/https://suyin.be/2023/10/13/mistakes/What always strikes me is when you work on projects, or in a company with ex- athletes or people that have a sport education, that they are very ambitious and have a hard time accepting their mistakes. It is something that I recognize a lot, being a perfectionist myself. But when you are an athleteFri, 13 Oct 2023 15:39:50 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/10/06/failure/https://suyin.be/2023/10/06/failure/Unfortunately, we can’t always control the outcomes of our efforts. We better prepare ourselves for the possibility of failure. I think I really understood this way of working during my studies as a project manager. It helped me to temper my everlasting perfectionism, the way my character is, but what I also learned as aFri, 06 Oct 2023 14:32:25 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/09/29/a-voice-breaking-the-silence/https://suyin.be/2023/09/29/a-voice-breaking-the-silence/Personally I fell in love with being in front of the camera many years ago. To be honest it was during the selection of Miss Belgium. I am lucky to have a face that “works” on camera or at least that is what I have been told at a very young age already. Getting toFri, 29 Sep 2023 12:25:06 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/09/22/listening/https://suyin.be/2023/09/22/listening/Active listing is an undervalued skill — and it’s more than just good manners. Focusing your full attention on the conversation can create a more pleasant, productive experience for everyone involved. I also believe that in every conversation the right questions are that important, that is why I challenge myself as an interviewer, a moderator, a publicFri, 22 Sep 2023 17:03:53 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/09/15/context/https://suyin.be/2023/09/15/context/Most of the time when I write things it is within a certain given context and mostly also with a deadline given by the customer. My blog is a weekly personal text without any context, not even a real deadline, what would happen when I would not post? When there is no context, no framing,Fri, 15 Sep 2023 09:02:17 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/09/08/mediocracy/https://suyin.be/2023/09/08/mediocracy/I honestly think the word mediocracy sounds nice. Funny how some words sound nice but the meaning is more pejorative than the sound of the word. I remember feeling mediocre before, as I was quite good at different things being young, so I believed I was probably mediocre. It is not because you have aFri, 08 Sep 2023 13:20:57 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/09/01/improvising-is-better-with-a-plan/https://suyin.be/2023/09/01/improvising-is-better-with-a-plan/Making a plan is more than throwing some tasks on a list and calling it a day. You need to understand your bigger picture. It is not only about planning the work but more important is getting the work done with an exquisite quality in mind. But what is the quality you want? I alwaysFri, 01 Sep 2023 13:07:18 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/08/25/wikipedia/https://suyin.be/2023/08/25/wikipedia/I was listening to an interview at the end of June from Simon Sinek with Jimmy Wales from Wikipedia. I liked what the co-founder of the Encyclopedia was sharing about how information was power, about trust, fake news, the danger of social media and more. So I thought maybe I need to make a WikipediaFri, 25 Aug 2023 01:37:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/08/18/limits/https://suyin.be/2023/08/18/limits/Fake it till you make it, should have some limits, especially in these times of social media, where it is so easy to fool people with a fake life. Curiosity however should not have limits in my opinion. I have always been the curious kind and I try not to go look for confirmation onFri, 18 Aug 2023 18:20:05 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/08/11/higher-faster-longer-stronger/https://suyin.be/2023/08/11/higher-faster-longer-stronger/I am training to run the half marathon in Amsterdam in October after some crazy, stupid and hateful injuries the past years. I cannot believe it was already 2 years ago that I was training like crazy for Roc du Maroc but broke my hand with a spectacular bicycle fall.I am not a pussy, IFri, 11 Aug 2023 01:04:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/08/04/intuition-agility/https://suyin.be/2023/08/04/intuition-agility/As a trained project manager, I very often think in projects : what is the scope, what is the timing, what about the costs, what is the desired quality, what about the risks and very important what human resources work on the project and how do we communicate with one another. Do we need toFri, 04 Aug 2023 08:52:53 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/07/28/when-forever-ends/https://suyin.be/2023/07/28/when-forever-ends/Yesterday morning a bird hit my window while I was writing in the sun. He hit it very hard. I thought he would be hurt, but he flew away, came back again as if he wanted to tell me. If you are looking for us we are up there in the sky. The past fewFri, 28 Jul 2023 11:35:31 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/07/21/the-cliffhanger/https://suyin.be/2023/07/21/the-cliffhanger/It is the day of our national holiday today. Well that’s nothing new, that is not at all a cliffhanger. Indeed. I remember back in the days I was playing in a soap series, the cliffhangers, they were quite something. Never watched soap series, unless to see my own skills, a long time ago. ButFri, 21 Jul 2023 07:12:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/07/14/a-license-to-serendipity/https://suyin.be/2023/07/14/a-license-to-serendipity/I do not like journalists that see an interview as a fight, a wrestle where we want to see a winner. For me every interview is about your guest in the first place, make them shine, show the beauty and be open to also talk about the difficult moments they went through. You need toFri, 14 Jul 2023 14:00:52 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/07/07/leaders-also-want-a-parachute/https://suyin.be/2023/07/07/leaders-also-want-a-parachute/If you want to create a top team it is not enough to hire top talent. Top talent is only one part of the equation as a team of all-stars does not automatically make an all-star team. Although I believe a lot in self-organizing teams, I am convinced we always need a leader to makeFri, 07 Jul 2023 03:06:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/06/30/hungry-rebel/https://suyin.be/2023/06/30/hungry-rebel/I feel that the more I know the more hungry I become to know more. The more I know however I also know there is so much I do not know yet. I have the feeling that rebels very often inspire people, they are ready to bring the change but they are also willing toFri, 30 Jun 2023 12:25:29 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/06/23/backpack/https://suyin.be/2023/06/23/backpack/A great panel discussion earlier this week with fashion start-ups was the ideal place for me to finally meet Murielle Scherre from La Fille d’O as one of the other panelists. She described how her stubbornness brought her where she is now. Even though the fact that she was a sustainable avant la lettre feltFri, 23 Jun 2023 05:39:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/06/16/opportunities/https://suyin.be/2023/06/16/opportunities/Yesterday it was my birthday. A moment in the year it is time to reflect and look ahead. Sometimes I have the feeling that it will just be impossible, if I think about the things I want to realize in the coming year. Many projects are already up and running, others are in the ideationFri, 16 Jun 2023 09:30:06 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/06/09/transformation/https://suyin.be/2023/06/09/transformation/Let’s be honest nobody knows what the future brings. So it is important to teach children that they need to be fully functional and prepared for whatever comes next. I think it is great when we dream big, every day a little bigger even. And to find out if we are able to make thatFri, 09 Jun 2023 08:08:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/06/02/famous/https://suyin.be/2023/06/02/famous/I was interviewing a famous artist this week. After the interview we were talking about being famous and what it meant to him. It is something you do not realize when you start with expanding your passion sometimes, but when the audience likes what you do, you start to get followers and fans. They veryFri, 02 Jun 2023 01:14:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/05/26/what-if/https://suyin.be/2023/05/26/what-if/When I was a teenager they already called me a rebel from time to time. It felt logical to use the word in the book I launched a year ago. I do not feel as if I have a unique position in our society, however I have to admit that I never wanted to “fitFri, 26 May 2023 01:33:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/05/19/suyin-in-paris/https://suyin.be/2023/05/19/suyin-in-paris/Excitement is what I feel. Not because it is my first time in Paris, I was there quite recently for business, but because Paris means a lot to me. I will be there next week for a personal brand shoot, say what? Indeed that sounds amazing, I recently saw (read binge watched) Emily in Paris.Fri, 19 May 2023 04:27:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/05/12/disinformation/https://suyin.be/2023/05/12/disinformation/Yesterday I made the good decision to ignore the traffic jams that Waze was indicating and I decided to go to the Alfons Fosburry Revisited event. The location where I launched my first book about 1 year ago. Not only did I see many great people back, I met some new people and I wonFri, 12 May 2023 09:28:23 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/05/05/the-crave/https://suyin.be/2023/05/05/the-crave/Do you also sometimes crave for a good drink, nice food, great sport sessions, good talks, amazing sex? Does that also give you that great feeling, dopamine scientists say? The same goes for me when I think of the word ‘curiosity’, I can have this craving for ‘the new, the unknown ‘ Maybe that isFri, 05 May 2023 11:40:41 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/04/28/be-someone/https://suyin.be/2023/04/28/be-someone/I had to change at the beginning of the week to attend an interview with Diane Von Furtsenberg.The Belgian born American design icon married into the German princely House of Fürstenberghe and is known as the creator of the famous wrap dress. In 1969 she married into the German princely House of Fürstenberg, as theFri, 28 Apr 2023 02:27:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/04/21/mr-agility-miss-curiosity/https://suyin.be/2023/04/21/mr-agility-miss-curiosity/It is great to be surrounded by people from whom I get energy. In order to have enough time in my agenda this means I have to say goodbye to those that suck energy. For me it is about giving and taking in a relationship and if you are very honest with yourself some relationsFri, 21 Apr 2023 20:06:01 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/04/14/a-question/https://suyin.be/2023/04/14/a-question/After blogging for many years, most of my readers know that my tagline is “…because to get the right answers it is essential to ask the right questions”. This is my concern in every interview, but it is also a challenge I give myself, to deliberately ask myself questions on many things in life. ItFri, 14 Apr 2023 19:09:59 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/04/07/resistance/https://suyin.be/2023/04/07/resistance/I have to admit I have felt resistance for a long time about slowing down. I always felt as if I had to prove myself, be busy, do things, show up, win, come with new medals that showed how good I was at something, something I did all by myself. Slowing down felt and stillFri, 07 Apr 2023 10:06:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/03/31/gut-feeling/https://suyin.be/2023/03/31/gut-feeling/I am still on my quest for self improvement, both in my work and life. But I know how to let go of the productivity hacks and enjoy life unfolding around me without feeling the need to constantly be bettering myself.Yes there are goals but they are blurry and that is ok, the path howeverFri, 31 Mar 2023 18:38:35 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/03/24/sharing-my-opinion/https://suyin.be/2023/03/24/sharing-my-opinion/It has been 261 weeks of blogging today. 5 years . Suyin’s Friday thoughts is the appointment I have with myself to reflect on my thoughts of the week and write an opinion about something. We live in a society where disruption is behind every corner and borders disappear. I see this as an advantageFri, 24 Mar 2023 08:53:10 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/03/17/opening-doors/https://suyin.be/2023/03/17/opening-doors/It was very nice to be asked in the panel of “Superstars” during the bootcamp of the new cohort that began at Start it Accelerate @KBC in the middle of the week. It was nice to talk about my role as a mentor, especially being beside a mentee I am very proud of. I am actuallyFri, 17 Mar 2023 16:59:07 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/03/10/regret/https://suyin.be/2023/03/10/regret/It was an excellent day, very full and inspiring. A new and exciting project got more concrete in the morning during a first brainstorm. I was invited by a dear friend to an AI lab in the afternoon and as a moderator I had the honor of asking questions to female species tonight. I doFri, 10 Mar 2023 22:59:44 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/03/04/the-script/https://suyin.be/2023/03/04/the-script/I have had many ‘professions’ in this first part of my life. They call my species a multipotentialite, is what I was told some years ago, and last year I wrote a book about my ‘species’. As an actress in a series the script writers have put my character in certain situations that asked forSat, 04 Mar 2023 08:20:39 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/02/24/willpower/https://suyin.be/2023/02/24/willpower/Willpower is not about power, it is about consistency. Other people may help us to get motivated, but only discipline will do the real trick. I have the feeling we are responsible for our own motivation, it is good to have coaches around us but the real change can only happen when you want theFri, 24 Feb 2023 18:42:06 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/02/17/to-blog-or-not-to-blog/https://suyin.be/2023/02/17/to-blog-or-not-to-blog/It has been almost 5 years since I started blogging. At first it was because I wanted to have new content on my website on a regular basis. I actually never made a plan for what I would write about. As time went by I realized that putting words down on paper help me processFri, 17 Feb 2023 05:25:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/02/10/creative/https://suyin.be/2023/02/10/creative/I was happy to be the guest again in a podcast today. We talked about many things but the main question of the podcast was creativity. Some people think creativity is something they cannot use or show in their professional life. Why are some people able to earn money with their creative part and othersFri, 10 Feb 2023 16:33:07 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/02/03/ego/https://suyin.be/2023/02/03/ego/Bang, it has been a while, but there it was again that punch in the face! Not my face, but my ego-s face. Me and my ego, we have a special bonding. We have this love and hate relationship that you know from bad netflix series. Sometimes I wonder if I need to take careFri, 03 Feb 2023 05:03:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/01/27/change-perspective/https://suyin.be/2023/01/27/change-perspective/This week I have the feeling everybody is talking about Chat GPT. We are so predictable right? Journalists, bloggers, influencers, … It made me think about the time I was dreaming about a car talking with me during long trips. I was in my mid twenties and obviously very proud with my driver’s license andFri, 27 Jan 2023 09:58:49 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/01/20/random-thoughts-and-ideas/https://suyin.be/2023/01/20/random-thoughts-and-ideas/I wonder sometimes whether our random thoughts and ideas are really random. Or is it our heart and the universe talking to us. Where does the burning desire come from when you feel that positive emotion you want to do something? Is it something completely out of the blue or is it the flow ofFri, 20 Jan 2023 05:57:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/01/13/it-is-in-details/https://suyin.be/2023/01/13/it-is-in-details/Dogs fighting for a left over piece of food while the black pigs are watching them. The pungent odor of mothballs, curry in all colors, drivers that didn’t shower for a while. The smell, I will always remember the smell of India. Radiant colors of Sari’s, real and fake flowers, skin in all possible varieties,Fri, 13 Jan 2023 02:32:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2023/01/06/sparkling-evolution/https://suyin.be/2023/01/06/sparkling-evolution/A new year has started. January is that month of the year to look ahead, to make some professional and some personal goals. I will dream bigger again this year than I did last year. I remember the time I went for resolutions, this year I will go for evolution, from good to great. WhetherFri, 06 Jan 2023 17:06:01 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/12/30/an-epic-designer/https://suyin.be/2022/12/30/an-epic-designer/It was at a book presentation of my own book that Jan Van Caneghem gave me his freshly printed book: ‘The book that helps you become the epic designer of our tomorrows. I must say I agree with the subtitle: a book that everyone needs to read. I had so much fun reading the bookFri, 30 Dec 2022 04:23:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/12/23/the-unbosser/https://suyin.be/2022/12/23/the-unbosser/Last week I was hosting an event with a speaker who talked about her new journey as a CEO, becoming a company without bosses. How cool that sounds right? It was an authentic presentation and one of the first things she did as a CEO was make a profile of herself showing her vulnerability, statingFri, 23 Dec 2022 04:17:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/12/16/personal-growth/https://suyin.be/2022/12/16/personal-growth/Earlier this week one of my mentees shared with me that she was not satisfied about her performance at an event she participated in. She asked me if I ever have had the same feeling not to be fully proud of what I did. I told her that I had that feeling before, on occasionsFri, 16 Dec 2022 13:12:37 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/12/09/the-value-of-interruptions/https://suyin.be/2022/12/09/the-value-of-interruptions/It was Hilde Helsen that sent me the link to episode 60 of Simon Sinek’s great podcast “a bit of optimism’. When she listened to the podcast it made her think of some ideas we shared in “Time for the creative generalist” the book that we published about 6 months ago. (only available in dutch)Fri, 09 Dec 2022 12:18:43 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/12/02/female-male-leadership/https://suyin.be/2022/12/02/female-male-leadership/The question I continue asking myself is whether female leadership differs from male leadership? Again I was thinking about this today. I was the moderator of 2 panels in one day with leaders in finance this week. Completely different setting and different panels. I must say that I continue believing that leadership is not aboutFri, 02 Dec 2022 05:48:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/11/25/whats-your-focus/https://suyin.be/2022/11/25/whats-your-focus/How many times throughout my career did people ask me what my focus was? I remember the times it made me feel bad as I thought something was wrong with me. Most of the time the people that asked me to choose the focus in between the different things I was combining, were very successfulFri, 25 Nov 2022 16:42:02 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/11/18/the-suburbs/https://suyin.be/2022/11/18/the-suburbs/In the beginning of the week I had the pleasure to speak about the book we recently wrote.It was in an amazing venue in the suburbs of Paris and London.Sounds funny? Well that is exactly what people from NY say when they are visiting Ozark Henry’s studio. Piet explained us that indeed in 1 hourFri, 18 Nov 2022 05:41:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/11/11/unwrap-yourself/https://suyin.be/2022/11/11/unwrap-yourself/Earlier this week I saw a very nice post from Andy Nijs, the man that helps to turn fears into courageous action. He wrote in a post on Linked in that if we encourage everyone to think outside the box, maybe it is the box that needs fixing? Do we need to fix anything IFri, 11 Nov 2022 16:54:41 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/11/04/ethics/https://suyin.be/2022/11/04/ethics/Ethics seems very simple to apply. It just requires that people follow the rules and do their duty. Right? Seems easy! But are ethics a set of universal things we all agree on? Are ethics not often based on what we were taught, in the first place by our parents and afterwards by other peopleFri, 04 Nov 2022 15:32:41 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/10/28/my-stroke-of-insights/https://suyin.be/2022/10/28/my-stroke-of-insights/This is the title of the bestseller I am reading at the moment. One of the books I am reading, because as always I do have many books that I am reading at the same time. It is eye opening to me because I had a brain stroke myself some years ago. The book isFri, 28 Oct 2022 16:44:21 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/10/21/mentoring/https://suyin.be/2022/10/21/mentoring/This was a week that reminded me more than once about the power of mentoring. I actually never had a mentor myself, maybe I should look for one. I am a mentor in some programs and when I have interns in the company I always prefer the role of mentor rather than ‘boss for aFri, 21 Oct 2022 16:04:59 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/10/14/leadership/https://suyin.be/2022/10/14/leadership/Exploring your own talent is the most beautiful thing you can give to yourself. Your talent should be the air your body and soul need. It is about passion, real passion, the kind of passion that doesn’t cost you any energy and on the contrary fills your lungs with air, the air you need toFri, 14 Oct 2022 15:18:36 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/10/07/the-escape/https://suyin.be/2022/10/07/the-escape/Last week I was on a trip with 25 other women in Marrakech. We had so much fun and we were overwhelmed with the beauty, the differences and all the other impressions from the Medina to the Atlas mountains. Dancing around an Iphone, eating Tajine, women visiting our fantastic apartment in the desert while IFri, 07 Oct 2022 08:26:56 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/09/30/the-better-version/https://suyin.be/2022/09/30/the-better-version/Being a better version of yourself will not happen after 1 night sleep. I try to focus on consistency and frequency, rather than intensity and allow new habits to slowly become a natural part of my being. You can’t be a writer, if you don’t write. You can’t be a cook, if you never cook.Fri, 30 Sep 2022 07:54:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/09/23/make-equality-reality/https://suyin.be/2022/09/23/make-equality-reality/On September 9, 2022 The Nine celebrated her first anniversary. Georgio Brooks asked me to open the evening with a speech about making equality a reality, the theme of the party. These are the thoughts I shared “What beautiful crowd gathered in this exclusively beautiful place in the heart of Brussels, the heart of Europe.Fri, 23 Sep 2022 04:45:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/09/16/stick-to-your-story/https://suyin.be/2022/09/16/stick-to-your-story/We all have a vision for our perfect future and we all believe our story is the truth. However I suppose we all know (and agree) that the world as we see it is a personal view. We all experienced how in a seemingly same situation you share with other people, we all remember different things,Fri, 16 Sep 2022 12:09:19 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/09/09/money/https://suyin.be/2022/09/09/money/I do think the real peace of mind is when you have enough money and not too much so you never should worry about money anymore. The first one telling me this was a very successful entrepreneur (and ex boyfriend let me be honest). He was born in a poor family and at first heFri, 09 Sep 2022 04:24:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/09/02/spirituality/https://suyin.be/2022/09/02/spirituality/At the beginning of this week I attended an interview with Satish Kumar in the business club where I am a happy member. My friend and CEO of the club Isabel Casteleyn introduced this incredible person with sparks in her eyes, so I was already on the happy wave seeing her shine. It is quiteFri, 02 Sep 2022 09:46:14 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/08/26/the-best-spot-in-the-beach-bar/https://suyin.be/2022/08/26/the-best-spot-in-the-beach-bar/In the beginning of the week I decided to go back to the beach bar we went to during the weekend, where I spotted a lovely older couple having a drink and I was wondering what kind of life these people would have. I love watching people and often I like to listen to theFri, 26 Aug 2022 07:09:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/08/19/deciding-not-to-be-perfect/https://suyin.be/2022/08/19/deciding-not-to-be-perfect/I suppose most of us agree that perfection is an illusion. What feels perfect to me might feel far from ok for someone else. As a dancer we are taught in ballet to always strive for perfection. In modern dance I remember we were pushed to ‘feel’ and make feelings visual through movement. The mixFri, 19 Aug 2022 11:24:42 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/08/12/when-friendship-ends/https://suyin.be/2022/08/12/when-friendship-ends/Recently I was talking to my coach about the loss of friends. Sometimes you lose friends forever and there is no way back. I had 2 friends that decided to step out of their lives. One was an ex-boyfriend that I was not seeing any more since years. But it was a shock when IFri, 12 Aug 2022 03:50:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/08/05/comfort-zone/https://suyin.be/2022/08/05/comfort-zone/I do realize that I always go for the win, but I am very much aware that I also learn a lot when I lose. Always wanting to stand up when I fall, but never without a good lessons learned moment of reflection. A lot of things I do, think and how I act stillFri, 05 Aug 2022 03:21:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/07/29/help-i-do-not-have-a-passion/https://suyin.be/2022/07/29/help-i-do-not-have-a-passion/I was driving back this week from a meeting in Rotterdam and as I like to do listen to Podcast when I am for a longer time in the car that is what I did. Most of you know that I am a big fan of Oprah Winfrey ( I am secretly hoping I canFri, 29 Jul 2022 02:26:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/07/22/becoming-a-keynote-speaker-2/https://suyin.be/2022/07/22/becoming-a-keynote-speaker-2/I have the chance the see many speakers on stage, and I can tell you there is such an incredible difference. Some people are just more inspiring, authentic, funny, convincing,… than others.Some people want to go on stage even if they actually have not much to say. A pity.Then you have other people with good ideas,Fri, 22 Jul 2022 13:32:46 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/07/15/entrepreneurship-2/https://suyin.be/2022/07/15/entrepreneurship-2/We must encourage entrepreneurship from an early age. I am convinced it should start in elementary school already. Because we are actually all entrepreneurs, entrepreneurs of our own lives. I like to help nurturing young people with real dreams. that belief in their own unique strengths. I believe in these young, creative people. They areFri, 15 Jul 2022 09:34:57 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/07/08/innovation-fatigue/https://suyin.be/2022/07/08/innovation-fatigue/How can we be tired of new things? I think what kills innovation is the moment we believe it will happen because it was planned. It will not be enough to plan a vague innovation talk for a team in the company. Badly explicated innovation projects can go to the point where the very referenceFri, 08 Jul 2022 10:41:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/07/01/power-ego/https://suyin.be/2022/07/01/power-ego/For a very long time, I was extra careful for the intentions of successful men when I thought about misuse of power. Maybe because of my personal experience. In the world and in the press we very often see examples of men misusing their power (without mention some names of powerful men leading big countriesFri, 01 Jul 2022 03:28:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/06/24/answering-questions/https://suyin.be/2022/06/24/answering-questions/I got invited by Timothy and Tom in their podcast last week. I feel grateful that my photographer Kim introduced me to these very authentic boys. They are so funny also, I had a blast. If you have some time over the weekend and you want to get to know me better this is anotherFri, 24 Jun 2022 15:27:48 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/06/17/do-you-want-a-love-story-or-a-life-story/https://suyin.be/2022/06/17/do-you-want-a-love-story-or-a-life-story/When Annemieke Dubois asked me if I was interested in reading her book: Relational Intelligence. I have to admit I was very curious. Knowing that she is the owner of Jade & Jules, a company that combines a professional, tailor-made personal matchmaking approach with an extensive, elite network of singles. I have not been singleFri, 17 Jun 2022 16:20:53 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/06/10/cake-and-wine/https://suyin.be/2022/06/10/cake-and-wine/A networker is not always a creative generalist. A creative generalist is not always a networker. Both networkers and creative generalist are an added value in your organisation or your project team. If we want to work towards an inclusive and innovative world we need people able to build bridges, people with a helicopter view.Fri, 10 Jun 2022 13:06:48 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/06/03/the-success-story-of-the-swiss-army-knife/https://suyin.be/2022/06/03/the-success-story-of-the-swiss-army-knife/I sometimes get the question in interviews what being successful means to me. That remains a difficult question, because in the end success can be anything. I am convinced that we are largely responsible for our own success and the heeling of happiness that might bring us. Once we understand that, the whole world isFri, 03 Jun 2022 09:50:51 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/05/27/pieces-of-a-puzzle/https://suyin.be/2022/05/27/pieces-of-a-puzzle/In a way I love puzzles, but I hate them as much. Because the pieces all are made in a way they can only have one place in the total image. It is always a big challenge for my patience. I do not feel like a piece of the puzzle myself. Which used to makeFri, 27 May 2022 21:35:54 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/05/19/leadership-and-wine/https://suyin.be/2022/05/19/leadership-and-wine/I am convinced that authentic leaders inspire above all by who they are more than by what they do. Leadership should be something that is aging like fine wine. A real leader understands that the most important thing to work on is on how he grows himself or herself. It is not about the growthThu, 19 May 2022 22:18:35 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/05/13/recommendations/https://suyin.be/2022/05/13/recommendations/As an entrepreneur I am convinced that networking should be part of our agendas, for us as leaders but also for all the members in our teams. I am convinced networking should be done both inside the company as well as outside the company. But networking should not become the game, it should be partFri, 13 May 2022 09:12:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/05/06/war/https://suyin.be/2022/05/06/war/I remember as if it was yesterday that my teacher morals talked about his other job in class : he had been a journalist in the Gulf War. His stories were breathtaking. I think he gave me the dream of becoming a journalist. He was a young and good looking teacher with in my eyesFri, 06 May 2022 09:30:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/04/29/ambitious-ayla/https://suyin.be/2022/04/29/ambitious-ayla/Very often I think about Ayla, a little girl I met about 3 years ago in the Atlas. The way the sparkle in her eyes made me realize she will never ever surrender. She made me believe that some little girls are very ambitious from a very young age on. I really felt very closeFri, 29 Apr 2022 14:16:42 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/04/22/wings-that-make-you-fly/https://suyin.be/2022/04/22/wings-that-make-you-fly/It has been a week full of emotions. Happy feelings and sad feelings. It happens often, those weeks when I have a hard time finding what to write about. Or better a hard time what to choose. I want to move something in people, make them think, or better make them feel. In my car,Fri, 22 Apr 2022 18:16:53 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/04/15/about-joining-forces/https://suyin.be/2022/04/15/about-joining-forces/If you want to realize some of your dreams it is about imagining the dream and dare to go for it, not knowing whether you will succeed. As if you would go on holiday without your luggage, feeling confident you can probably get and buy what you need once you get there. A real dream is not about a holidayFri, 15 Apr 2022 03:43:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/04/08/a-special-question/https://suyin.be/2022/04/08/a-special-question/I have to admit that when a dear friend of mine texted me some days ago with the message: “when can I call you, I have a special question? ”, my mind directly went to funny situations, strange and extraordinary questions, tricky questions, dilemma’s started wandering around in my mind as I am always inventingFri, 08 Apr 2022 11:27:27 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/04/01/the-invisible-vail/https://suyin.be/2022/04/01/the-invisible-vail/Last week I had to chance to meet some exceptional ladies thanks to an Erasmus project called NETPOWER. I had the opportunity to exchanges ideas with European women part of the University Women Europe network. They believe a lot in friendship between women and the need of peace. In these incredible times we are livingFri, 01 Apr 2022 18:11:44 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/03/25/only-one-month-left/https://suyin.be/2022/03/25/only-one-month-left/I will always remember Pippi Långstrum, the red head little girl from the series when I was a little girl. She is what I call a rebel with a cause. I always felt a rebel myself, not because I wanted to say white when everyone else said black, but because I always felt I wantedFri, 25 Mar 2022 22:44:05 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/03/18/the-wright-shirt/https://suyin.be/2022/03/18/the-wright-shirt/As a host, moderator, interviewer I made the choice to also think about how I dress the right way to any occasion. For every job there is a good outfit, the perfect balance between my personality and the expectations of the customer regarding a certain show, event or program. Since some years I have theFri, 18 Mar 2022 18:40:53 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/03/11/the-chro-balance/https://suyin.be/2022/03/11/the-chro-balance/Yesterday I had the chance to moderate a very interesting round table with very inspiring CHRO-s, most of them in charge of very large companies, some private and some public. They all agreed upon the fact that HR is still the place where the heart of a company beats, however they are faced with quitFri, 11 Mar 2022 11:49:27 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/03/04/what-if-is-too-late-its-real/https://suyin.be/2022/03/04/what-if-is-too-late-its-real/I was wondering if I was able to formulate my ideas and thoughts already about the situation in Ukraine in my blog today. But for the moment it is too surreal for me to have a specific thought to share, even though it is so real. It looks as if what they show us on TVFri, 04 Mar 2022 12:00:20 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/02/25/tackle-the-problem/https://suyin.be/2022/02/25/tackle-the-problem/Since an early age, we’re led to believe that if each person puts in the same amount of work, each person will get the same level of results. Have you ever felt motivated to complete a challenge that someone presented to you? Are you also someone that when you see a problem, you want toFri, 25 Feb 2022 15:20:55 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/02/18/persistence/https://suyin.be/2022/02/18/persistence/Persistence is about executing consistently and never giving up. Luckily as a dancer this is what they teach us at a very young age. Everybody struggles to do things they’re not familiar with. It’s how you overcome your struggles that makes or breaks a champion. Many things are a combination of both talent and aFri, 18 Feb 2022 19:41:11 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/02/11/coming-back-stronger/https://suyin.be/2022/02/11/coming-back-stronger/Off course I got injured during my professional career as a dancer. And coming back after an injury is hard when you are young and full of energy, eager to be on stage. It is not easy to deal with an injury as you tend to think about the “should haves” and “if only” scenario’s.Fri, 11 Feb 2022 16:33:02 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/02/04/shades/https://suyin.be/2022/02/04/shades/I have been asked before, and I was asked again recently: why are your blogs in English? You are not a native speaker? You are for sure not a native writer? I fully agree I am not. I try to express my weekly feelings and thoughts in my blog. It was never about poetry orFri, 04 Feb 2022 20:00:59 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/01/28/entrepreneurship/https://suyin.be/2022/01/28/entrepreneurship/I was wondering what to write about today when I newsletter fell into my mailbox. A sad message from a great couple that decided to launch a new project based on their passions, unfortunately they launched just before corona came into the world and I do not have to tell you what is actually happeningFri, 28 Jan 2022 18:03:42 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/01/21/radicalization/https://suyin.be/2022/01/21/radicalization/It was back in 2017 that I shared the stage with some fantastic speakers. It was a special night, the keynotes they gave were inspiring, I keep following the careers of all of them since that date, Sachli Gholamalizad, Jean-Marie Dedecker, Veerle Malschaert & Marion Van San. It felt so good as a keynote speakerFri, 21 Jan 2022 12:28:21 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2022/01/07/slippery-when-wet/https://suyin.be/2022/01/07/slippery-when-wet/I am not the kind of person standing still and wondering “why me? “ when something not so nice happens. But I always take a moment to think whether the universe is trying to tell me something. Does the universe talk to us anyway is maybe the first question I always ask myself. If successFri, 07 Jan 2022 13:11:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/12/31/paradoxes-of-life/https://suyin.be/2021/12/31/paradoxes-of-life/Success comes as a by-product of being happy and doing what you enjoy. It almost never happens the other way around. It’s one of the great paradoxes of life I think. Why would you expect a great return on your desires without a significant investment? When you’ve been told over and over again in subtleFri, 31 Dec 2021 06:50:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/12/17/respect/https://suyin.be/2021/12/17/respect/Who are the people you respect the most? For me it are people that stay themselves no matter the circumstances. Those people do not try to get my respect they just behave in a way that the only thing I can have is loads of respect for their actions and choices. This brings me toFri, 17 Dec 2021 13:07:26 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/12/10/confidence-2/https://suyin.be/2021/12/10/confidence-2/Do we need to be confident about ourselves and about what we do? I do think so and I also believe it is something we can learn. Making a conscious decision that I wanted to develop my confidence allowed me to take positive risks. It is something that got me out of my comfort zoneFri, 10 Dec 2021 16:31:28 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/12/03/attractiveness/https://suyin.be/2021/12/03/attractiveness/I think we have a common misconception that attractiveness is only defined by someone’s looks. Isn’t it more the personality that defines whether you find someone attractive? Or let me put it this way, the idea of beauty isn’t one-dimensional, but instead has many different layers to it. I think someone with fantastic looks isFri, 03 Dec 2021 05:15:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/11/26/doubt/https://suyin.be/2021/11/26/doubt/I think we all doubt from time to time. About many things, small things but also about life changing decisions we make. I am convinced that when we want to achieve a specific goal we can really do so, as long as we do not start doubting when we realize the ride to do somethingFri, 26 Nov 2021 15:42:58 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/11/19/proud-but-scared/https://suyin.be/2021/11/19/proud-but-scared/A special moment today. When something you dream about since a very long team becomes reality it also feels a bit scary. When you hope this will be a huge success but than you think: wow what if this really happens, what if this turns out to be a victory? Will I be able toFri, 19 Nov 2021 18:39:22 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/11/12/resilience/https://suyin.be/2021/11/12/resilience/I think I can say I am resilient, maybe I was born like this or I became resilient because of the way I reacted and reflected on things happening throughout my life so far. One of the things I learned is that my thoughts and feelings can play tricks on me in times of highFri, 12 Nov 2021 12:32:11 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/11/05/a-great-panel/https://suyin.be/2021/11/05/a-great-panel/Last week I was lucky to be the moderator of a great event :Young Talent in Action. With 7 young people between 19 and 26 we reflected on 4 themes together with 8 experts. The input for the discussion were the results of the study “Bridging the future” that was looking on the matches andFri, 05 Nov 2021 16:36:05 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/10/29/to-network-or-not-to-network/https://suyin.be/2021/10/29/to-network-or-not-to-network/Sometimes I wonder, how and where did I start to network? Was I a born networker? What was the moment I realized that spending time to connect with people is important , I am not sure I have the answer; however I think once you are connected you need to stay connected or deliberately deicideFri, 29 Oct 2021 21:29:55 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/10/22/reading-the-game/https://suyin.be/2021/10/22/reading-the-game/When I watch a hockey game of my girls I am always impressed how you can see the difference between players. The way they are athletically looking and running on the field, the technical skills are very different from one player to the other. The eager to win, the team spirit, the communication on theFri, 22 Oct 2021 13:48:45 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/10/15/communication/https://suyin.be/2021/10/15/communication/Whether we are born as good communicators or not, it should be part of our education. I am also convinced that we need to constantly evaluate our communication skills. We can all learn to communicate better based upon the situations we are in. The most important thing is to listen more, value others and respondFri, 15 Oct 2021 15:37:57 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/10/08/diversity/https://suyin.be/2021/10/08/diversity/I wrote a blog some time ago about the fact that Oprah Winfrey says that she was lucky to be part of the right minority when she first came on TV, if not she would have never got the job that brought her this amazing career. This week I talked to a white middle agedFri, 08 Oct 2021 05:18:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/10/01/wanted-energy-boost/https://suyin.be/2021/10/01/wanted-energy-boost/Help! I really went to bed far too late yesterday night. Always tricky to dive into mails after a presentation job that finishes late. But after a walk with the dog this morning and a training with that merciless personal coach of mine I think I am going to make sure I get some thingsFri, 01 Oct 2021 11:19:28 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/09/24/what-do-you-eat-first/https://suyin.be/2021/09/24/what-do-you-eat-first/How do you make your agenda? Do you even make your own agenda or do you live in the rhythm that works for others but maybe not for you? What do you eat first? The thing you love the most or do you keep the best for last, with the risk that your eyes wereFri, 24 Sep 2021 03:07:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/09/17/not-an-easy-decision/https://suyin.be/2021/09/17/not-an-easy-decision/For months I was training for that challenge, a tough one, but when you want something and you are disciplined things work out is what I learned as a dancer. My endurance got better, technically I was also starting to be able to do things that were not that easy. I started to believe IFri, 17 Sep 2021 06:58:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/09/10/emotions/https://suyin.be/2021/09/10/emotions/One of the things I find very important when I moderate or interview is to be present in the discussion or talk myself with my head but also with my heart and my emotions. Which very often mean that I also think about helping people to feel more relax even with a lot of peopleFri, 10 Sep 2021 10:23:43 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/09/03/a-good-lie-can-become-the-truth/https://suyin.be/2021/09/03/a-good-lie-can-become-the-truth/I was watching another episode of The Playbook on Netflix, this time with Patrick Mouratoglou, who is Serena Williams coach and some other amazing tennis players. I loved one of his rules : “A good lie can become the truth”. He says to push someone and to give them more confidence you need to sometimesFri, 03 Sep 2021 13:08:53 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/08/27/building-blocks/https://suyin.be/2021/08/27/building-blocks/You know that feeling? You feel like you are on top of the world, stepping out onto a stage, or hitting “publish” on a post. Then a disappointing email or a critical comment about your work sends you plunging into despair. Unfortunately, we can’t always control the outcomes of our efforts. But we better prepareFri, 27 Aug 2021 16:41:09 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/08/20/risk-is-an-opportunity/https://suyin.be/2021/08/20/risk-is-an-opportunity/I think sometimes when we are faced with a challenge that seems very difficult and that feels at first as if you are taking a huge risk we need to think about it another way. What opportunity lays behind the mountain when you take the risk to walk that huge mountain? It is not becauseFri, 20 Aug 2021 17:56:33 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/08/13/swiss-army-knife/https://suyin.be/2021/08/13/swiss-army-knife/Sometimes people ask me what my focus is. Well the thing is : I am a Swiss Army knife. On the outside it looks like 1 thing, but when you take a closer look you will notice many things are inside. If the Swiss Army knife is the go-to tool for MacGyver, it has toFri, 13 Aug 2021 17:24:12 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/08/06/sports/https://suyin.be/2021/08/06/sports/I am watching a great series about sport coaches on Netflix these last days during my indoor biking sessions. I am obliged to train indoor after my accident almost 3 weeks ago. One of the coaches says in an episode that sports gives humanity an opportunity to change. Which is very true, see what happenedFri, 06 Aug 2021 15:04:41 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/07/30/winners/https://suyin.be/2021/07/30/winners/The world is under the spell of the games. We want to see winners, we love stories about winners. We really like exceptional people, they get in the newspapers and on TV. Those smart and talented people seem to be the ones that push civilization forward. We may not forget that if they bring usFri, 30 Jul 2021 03:59:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/07/23/the-olympic-thought/https://suyin.be/2021/07/23/the-olympic-thought/I stopped working for a while today as I really wanted to see the flame getting lighted again. The Olympic Flame. Since I was a child this event makes me dream away. I am so happy for those that were able to be there before and for those who are there now. Especially the AthletesFri, 23 Jul 2021 16:41:36 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/07/16/a-new-project/https://suyin.be/2021/07/16/a-new-project/This morning the first thing that I thought about was the new project ahead. Very exited and also a bit worried in how we will be coping with the time we have, or at least the time we give ourselves to make this to a success. Project management will be key, but I am sureFri, 16 Jul 2021 16:24:50 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/07/09/shifting-up-a-gear/https://suyin.be/2021/07/09/shifting-up-a-gear/For the past 4 months I have been training quite intensively, however I think I will shift up a gear. At the moment being on holidays we have been doing some heavy technical tracks with a fantastic guide. As everything I start, I want to be proud of what I did. I think I willFri, 09 Jul 2021 21:04:29 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/07/02/the-ball/https://suyin.be/2021/07/02/the-ball/In about an hour our Belgian Red Devils start their game. I start to like this hectic pressure that you feel raising in our tiny country for a sport I was not following before. And then I wonder does luck play a role in success, whether it is in sports or in business. Sometimes theFri, 02 Jul 2021 18:34:01 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/06/25/power-of-co-creation/https://suyin.be/2021/06/25/power-of-co-creation/Some might use the word co-creation because it is a buzz word. However it is not the first time that I can see the power of co-creation in a project. The powerful answers one can come up with when you go in interaction with someone else. When you do not go for a consensus butFri, 25 Jun 2021 16:33:33 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/06/18/never-surrender/https://suyin.be/2021/06/18/never-surrender/It was a special birthday this year as I started my day with a condition test at 9 in the morning, after 4 months of relatively intensive training it was time to find out where I was on the curve. As maybe some of you might now I said yes to participate in some breathtakingFri, 18 Jun 2021 05:00:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/06/11/when-the-train-leaves/https://suyin.be/2021/06/11/when-the-train-leaves/I remember the feeling I had when I took the train in Geneva to go to Lausanne. I was very young and on my way to audition for Béjart Ballet Lausanne. Doing this was a dream come true. Proud of myself I had the guts: I was really going to meet this great choreographer andFri, 11 Jun 2021 14:37:17 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/06/04/decisions/https://suyin.be/2021/06/04/decisions/Last month was one of many important decisions both for me as for the daughters. After taking the decisions to take a dog in April, some other important ones were taken for the future. Next step now is to act on the decisions. What I also find important is that after a while, a predeterminedFri, 04 Jun 2021 08:33:51 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/05/28/people-we-meet/https://suyin.be/2021/05/28/people-we-meet/I was reading an interesting article about emotionally dangerous people. People with a toxic behavior towards others. I think we all meet them in our lives unfortunately, but the danger is when you do not notice. Or sometimes you do notice and you try to talk with them openly about the way they deal withFri, 28 May 2021 21:04:26 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/05/21/visualization/https://suyin.be/2021/05/21/visualization/Sometimes I think about the power of visualization. Until now I have the feeling that I was able to make decisions whenever an opportunity was coming on my path. Some of those decisions where good decisions and I felt it from the start, I was not hesitating to say yes and those projects turned outFri, 21 May 2021 16:49:26 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/05/14/social-media/https://suyin.be/2021/05/14/social-media/I had a very nice talk some weeks ago about the impact on your mental health when using social media. My guests talked about the fact that we need to be aware not to create another person on social media than the person we are in real live. Which meant more to them than onlyFri, 14 May 2021 07:30:22 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/05/07/empathy-washing/https://suyin.be/2021/05/07/empathy-washing/The first time I heard someone use the term empathy washing was while reading “Does Your Brand Care, The Care Principles”, a book written by Isabel Verstraete. When I hear the media talk about one of the big divorces announced this week between Bill and Melinda Gates it makes me think that we also tendFri, 07 May 2021 07:25:14 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/04/30/viva-la-vida/https://suyin.be/2021/04/30/viva-la-vida/Music can sometimes remind me of special moments and people. Viva la Vida of Coldplay is such a song. A beautiful song, I liked it when I first heard it, in 2008. The year we got our second daughter, a beautiful new life came into this world. But before that happened we also lost aFri, 30 Apr 2021 12:40:21 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/04/23/a-crack-in-forever/https://suyin.be/2021/04/23/a-crack-in-forever/I was watching ‘into the beat’ this week on Netflix, a German dance movie, about a girl that stands before the very difficult choice to stop ballet and go for another type of dancing. Although she came from a dancer’s family and was practicing ballet since she was a very young child, it was onlyFri, 23 Apr 2021 17:17:07 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/04/16/an-interesting-question/https://suyin.be/2021/04/16/an-interesting-question/This week in the car coming back from a hockey camp with the girls I asked them what they would chose as a study in case we get a phone call that they could go to University earlier than foreseen, so at the age of 13 and 14. The oldest one immediately said Biology andFri, 16 Apr 2021 17:40:53 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/04/09/convention-impressario/https://suyin.be/2021/04/09/convention-impressario/Convention what? Yes indeed this was my title today and it will be tomorrow. Because the Conference I am moderating is the first European Innovation in Speaking Convention, where nothing is as it was before. So instead of the regular MC, Moderator, Host, I got a new name. It is an honor to be inFri, 09 Apr 2021 17:47:46 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/04/02/the-voice-of-silence/https://suyin.be/2021/04/02/the-voice-of-silence/During our ClubHouse room this Friday afternoon Dominique gave me a challenge (taking the tittle of our room “Challenging Thoughts “ very serious 🙂 “Connecting with someone through our voice?” (and she shared some more good ideas to write a blog about and options to link many ideas we talked about, but I will keepFri, 02 Apr 2021 18:11:02 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/03/26/a-role-model/https://suyin.be/2021/03/26/a-role-model/I was in a talk about the law of attraction this week hosted by 2 fantastic Dutch ladies where I shared my idea on role models. I talked about the same topic during my interview with Murielle Marie yesterday, so I thought let’s make it today’s blog. I think a role model should be pickedFri, 26 Mar 2021 12:34:08 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/03/19/empty/https://suyin.be/2021/03/19/empty/Emptiness was the feeling I had some weeks ago at night. I thought it was because I was training intensively throughout the whole week and weekend and maybe a bit tired of some days of intensive work (maybe also had too much wine the night before) It felt indeed like a hangover but I wouldFri, 19 Mar 2021 04:39:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/03/12/winning-mindset/https://suyin.be/2021/03/12/winning-mindset/I just finished watching the Queen’s Gambit on Netflix. I was watching while I was training indoor on my bike. I really love the series, beautiful setting, amazing photography, great acting and what a scenario. But most of all it is the theme that intrigues me a lot. Winning. Where does it comes from thatFri, 12 Mar 2021 02:51:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/03/05/the-loop-from-the-end-to-start/https://suyin.be/2021/03/05/the-loop-from-the-end-to-start/Very interesting experiment I did last weekend, instead of starting my mountain bike tour in the usual direction we did it the other way around. Very strange how this gives you a whole other perspective of the exact same roads. You discover things you have never seen before. That is also why I like toFri, 05 Mar 2021 18:53:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/02/26/we-cannot-de-invent-things/https://suyin.be/2021/02/26/we-cannot-de-invent-things/I was in a very inspiring Clubhouse room earlier this week hosted by Roland Legrand, Journalist at De Tijd with Jonathan Berte founder of Robovison.ai as his guest. The main topic was AI and whether we will continue to need humans for certain jobs or would AI take over. Jonathan is someone I already followFri, 26 Feb 2021 06:07:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/02/19/what-a-creative-treat/https://suyin.be/2021/02/19/what-a-creative-treat/I found myself earlier this week talking to a friend saying I realize that for me, if I go to a restaurant(and I love going to the restaurant) it is the whole picture I am looking for: the people, the atmosphere, the waiters, the welcome, the food, the drinks, the fun, the talks, the music,Fri, 19 Feb 2021 20:20:19 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/02/12/clubhouse/https://suyin.be/2021/02/12/clubhouse/Clubhouse the new place to be, at least for a Marketing addict and an early adopter as I am. These developers have found the perfect timing to launch this new application. Or maybe the idea started during Corona. I am really impressed to see that what does not work so easily on the digital eventsFri, 12 Feb 2021 19:33:16 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/02/05/modesty/https://suyin.be/2021/02/05/modesty/“The quality of being relatively moderate, limited, or small in amount, rate, or level” is what google answer me when I ask what the word means. But I also read things as : “a person is modest if he or she is very successful but does not call attention to this” Modest generally means “bigFri, 05 Feb 2021 11:28:08 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/01/29/an-idea/https://suyin.be/2021/01/29/an-idea/I just got an idea, I wonder whether in some days I will still be convinced this will be a good idea. …… Last week I decided to go for a challenge, a “sporty spice” challenge, so the coming 9 months I will have another job beside my job and that is to get veryFri, 29 Jan 2021 18:07:27 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/01/22/after-the-dream/https://suyin.be/2021/01/22/after-the-dream/We need to be able to dream for our entire life, or at least that’s what I believe. But what’s is the difference between a dreamer and a doer? Because dreams without making them reality might be frustrating, so what comes after the dream? One of the things is daring to ask for help, ifFri, 22 Jan 2021 17:13:17 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/01/15/imagination-2021-01-15/https://suyin.be/2021/01/15/imagination-2021-01-15/Does it really work? Coaches often talk about visualization, imagining yourself in the role of your life, the movie about you being happy and successful. And when you visualize it you will have more changes to realize that dream. So first of al you need to be able to imagine what that career is aboutFri, 15 Jan 2021 05:21:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/01/08/disappointment/https://suyin.be/2021/01/08/disappointment/I am not going to write about the act of Trump that seemed to come out of the textbook of terrorism, although I am very disappointed about what happened and a bit stressed to find out what will happen in the 13 days that are left for him as a President. I would like toFri, 08 Jan 2021 15:52:02 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2021/01/01/good-intentions/https://suyin.be/2021/01/01/good-intentions/What else to write about than good intention on this first day of the year. I would say that balance is what will be my main concern this year, balance between working hard and having a healthy life with enough time to spent with my family, with time for eating healthy and doing sports atFri, 01 Jan 2021 01:52:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/12/25/never-enough/https://suyin.be/2020/12/25/never-enough/You don’t need to be the “best in the world” to reinvent yourself and become the best version of yourself. You just need to be willing to do the work. That is exactly what I say to myself very often. It is about being consistent and disciplined, and off course being talented might help. ButFri, 25 Dec 2020 16:15:23 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/12/18/memory/https://suyin.be/2020/12/18/memory/My daughters are in second year of high school, Latin. And I have the feeling as if I do not remember anything of what I learned. As yes at their age I was doing the same studies. Bizar? Normal? I do not know. But I once read this : An approach to overcoming the forgettingFri, 18 Dec 2020 19:35:12 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/12/11/active-listening/https://suyin.be/2020/12/11/active-listening/Do I get prepared for interviews? Yes, of course, it would be a lack of respect not to get prepared in my opinion , but the most important thing is to be “in” the moment on the moment the interview really starts. I listen to the words that are said and those not said, IFri, 11 Dec 2020 11:54:56 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/12/04/open-doors/https://suyin.be/2020/12/04/open-doors/I have a new mentee…and I feel very happy about our first date (thanks @startitkbc). We just had a great chat, a bit strange as I am an ex-dancer and she is a dancer, we are people that might appreciate more than others that we have the person we talk to close to us andFri, 04 Dec 2020 19:41:45 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/11/27/become/https://suyin.be/2020/11/27/become/If passion does exist would it be a feeling you earn with experience? When we find something we are good at, we practice, and we get better at it. I have experienced that already in the past and the more I do it, I get better, the more I start to feel passionate about it.Fri, 27 Nov 2020 20:09:18 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/11/20/loss/https://suyin.be/2020/11/20/loss/Sometimes there are moments when you are very busy for your job, having many challenges, working on many different project, deadlines to meet, customers you want to satisfy… This is the actual situation for me right now, feeling grateful for all the projects I can work on even in these strange times. But on theFri, 20 Nov 2020 18:17:46 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/11/13/talent/https://suyin.be/2020/11/13/talent/Do we need talent to succeed in the things we love to do? I think being talented can be a gift, but it is more important to be passionate and to work hard to turn out to be good in many things. And when you work hard with passion with good coaches that believeFri, 13 Nov 2020 16:49:40 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/11/06/creativity/https://suyin.be/2020/11/06/creativity/When is somebody creative? I think creativity is hard to encapsulate. Some say that you can be really creative when you try to become like children again, innocent. Do we need to be free to be creative? Being free does not necessarily mean we can influence any piece of our own destiny. But we shouldFri, 06 Nov 2020 06:04:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/10/30/as-if-it-was-a-newspaper/https://suyin.be/2020/10/30/as-if-it-was-a-newspaper/There is Friday again and I feel like a columnist writing for a newspaper. I never thought I would keep that positive pressure on me to write and share a blog article every week. Since March 2018 this ritual is part of my week. A deal I made with myself. I was a reader, alwaysFri, 30 Oct 2020 05:21:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/10/23/its-ok-not-to-be-ok/https://suyin.be/2020/10/23/its-ok-not-to-be-ok/I had the incredible luck to be able to moderate a panel on HR this week for a big software company. It was remarkable to get real authentic HR managers and a down to earth professor in the talk. It is about culture they said, it is about realizing that we need to do firstFri, 23 Oct 2020 04:15:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/10/16/freedom-2020-10-16/https://suyin.be/2020/10/16/freedom-2020-10-16/Freedom, what does it mean? Did you ever lose a part of your health making you feel as if you lost your freedom? What are we without health when we are free? Do we need to feel healthy before we can feel free, or does freedom gives us a feeling of being healthy? What areFri, 16 Oct 2020 21:15:09 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/10/09/artificial-intelligence/https://suyin.be/2020/10/09/artificial-intelligence/It was really nice to be moderating an internal event this week for the company who’s Manager is the actual Manager of the Year in Belgium. I had the pleasure to have 3 amazing speakers in a remote and digital setting. It is always an extra challenge to do panels when you cannot really seeFri, 09 Oct 2020 03:12:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/10/02/indifferent/https://suyin.be/2020/10/02/indifferent/I always knew I was a bit different but I know I will never be indifferent… Indifference says loud and clear, “I just don’t care about you. What’s happening to you doesn’t matter to me.” I sometimes wonder whether indifference is not a kind of fear? Is the opposite of love hate? I think indifferenceFri, 02 Oct 2020 05:31:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/09/25/perfectly-imperfect/https://suyin.be/2020/09/25/perfectly-imperfect/The people that are unforgettable when I meet them, are people that are usually not speaking about themselves all the time. Only when asked to, and they don’t overwhelm me with too many details. They don’t feel the need to impress me or others. When you talk to them they are relaxed, natural, and spontaneous.Fri, 25 Sep 2020 17:41:26 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/09/18/interviewing/https://suyin.be/2020/09/18/interviewing/I love interviewing, it is something that suits me like the perfect wedding dress. By the way this is also soon on my agenda (I have something with figures so what would you figure out would be a great date for my marriage?) When you get briefed by personal assistants, organisers, marketing and communication professionals,Fri, 18 Sep 2020 07:18:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/09/11/hope/https://suyin.be/2020/09/11/hope/It was a special week, 19 years after 9/11. Every year we remember that surreal, crazy and sad day. But it was also a week were I could make one of my dreams come true. I had the chance to bring 2 people together in an interview and it is great as an interviewer whenFri, 11 Sep 2020 14:54:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/09/04/getting-things-done/https://suyin.be/2020/09/04/getting-things-done/Last week I got the question to share my thought about what people keeps from responding to a mail from people they do not directly know? When I quickly read the topic I thought the question was what keeps people from responding to any mail, what keeps people from doing certain things that you canFri, 04 Sep 2020 09:21:40 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/08/28/will-any-topic-work/https://suyin.be/2020/08/28/will-any-topic-work/I ask my partner: (private and business) what topic would you like me to write about in my next blog? He looks up and says: ‘I am really busy’… God! I hate people reacting as if the are the only one with an agenda. 😊 He is my partner, so I dare to ask himFri, 28 Aug 2020 03:35:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/08/21/is-kindness-being-nice/https://suyin.be/2020/08/21/is-kindness-being-nice/I am happy and proud to be a mentor to other women. I was talking with my mentee Daria about the lack of kindness and compassion in politics some weeks ago. Daria has amazing challenging plans and wants to make the mindset change in politics. She dreams of making us human beings think in circlesFri, 21 Aug 2020 02:56:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/08/14/what-is-risky/https://suyin.be/2020/08/14/what-is-risky/The current pandemic makes me think about risk and how we see risks personally. I already wrote before in a blog about the question I got for my exam at the end of my studies as a Project Manager. The topic was ‘risk’. My elaboration contained what we had to know and learn but IFri, 14 Aug 2020 01:29:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/08/07/the-ceo-of-your-own-body/https://suyin.be/2020/08/07/the-ceo-of-your-own-body/During the lockdown I had a nice talk with Seppe De Baerdemacker on health, sports and nutrition.(you can watch the interview on youtube) He liked my saying that we are the CEO of our own life and our own body. I shared my ideas on how I succeed on combining my professional life with havingFri, 07 Aug 2020 02:34:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/07/31/opinions-time/https://suyin.be/2020/07/31/opinions-time/Do you sometimes have the feeling time is going fast? We should commit to make more time for rest as our work directly benefits from this is something a lot of people told me already. And it is true that when we become more aware of the true value of our time, not just asFri, 31 Jul 2020 01:14:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/07/24/grief-needs-a-name/https://suyin.be/2020/07/24/grief-needs-a-name/I have always known that my parents lost a child at birth. It was more than 40 years ago and of course it is not something you can understand as a child of only 1 year old. However I had some talks with my mother growing up on this topic (more than with my fatherFri, 24 Jul 2020 03:07:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/07/17/fearless/https://suyin.be/2020/07/17/fearless/I am writing these Friday thought on Wednesday already as I might not be 100% sober on Friday due to a small intervention tomorrow. Nothing special, regular stuff, but with anaesthesia… Let me be honest I have felt more fearless before. Those who know me would not say that I am anxious. Always into tryingFri, 17 Jul 2020 03:18:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/07/10/big-challenges-might-be-ahead-2020-07-10/https://suyin.be/2020/07/10/big-challenges-might-be-ahead-2020-07-10/Let me start with where I have ended last week “whatever your calling, it’s already rooted within you”, is what Oprah once said. And then you are seated around a table for a great project and they throw another great challenge to you, out of the blue. Or at least this is how it feels,Fri, 10 Jul 2020 21:56:45 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/07/03/sharing-is-caring/https://suyin.be/2020/07/03/sharing-is-caring/But is that the reason we share things on social media? Why do we only post the “cool” things and most of the time hide the bad? Do we see those things as failures? I think failure should not change our core worth. I recently read that in a study it showed that individuals whoFri, 03 Jul 2020 02:24:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/06/26/interesting/https://suyin.be/2020/06/26/interesting/If people like you, that is of course a very nice thing. But when you want to go far it is probably better when people are interested in you. Sometimes I notice people smiling at me but it feels manufactured and measured. They try to hard to please me it feels like a currency toFri, 26 Jun 2020 17:14:51 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/06/19/when-the-dust-will-settle-are-you-ready-to-rise-again-as-a-phoenix/https://suyin.be/2020/06/19/when-the-dust-will-settle-are-you-ready-to-rise-again-as-a-phoenix/This is not the first storm I am in personally; I had my challenges as most of us people face a big wave from time to time. And every time I took this as an opportunity to change certain things but also to become more myself. When you go fast, you need to be agileFri, 19 Jun 2020 04:16:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/06/12/the-trap/https://suyin.be/2020/06/12/the-trap/If there was a single answer about how to live, we would not be free. We would be trapped. Because then we would all have to live to that answer. Instead,we get to choose what we find important in our lives and to define ourselves in doing so. Is it not great to be able toFri, 12 Jun 2020 03:12:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/06/05/run-forest-run/https://suyin.be/2020/06/05/run-forest-run/In 1994 the movie Forrest Gump started with a feather falling from the sky. A strong image for the dancer I was at that moment. Moving, light as a feather, on that stage was what they thought us. The key strength of a dancer however, in my opinion, is being agile, having a very strongFri, 05 Jun 2020 12:04:23 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/05/29/attention/https://suyin.be/2020/05/29/attention/I do not have the time… I should make more time for this…. Nowadays it is more than only time-management to get the things done you need or want to get done. It is about attention and focus. We know, scientists have shown us, that our brain can only digest a certain number of information.Fri, 29 May 2020 18:58:22 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/05/22/teamwork/https://suyin.be/2020/05/22/teamwork/Even if you want to perform as a soloist you will have to admit there is always a team around you. If you work with a team hiring top talent is only one part of the equation as a team of all-stars does not automatically make an all-star team. To make the team successful youFri, 22 May 2020 06:48:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/05/15/the-state-of-mind-of-a-black-swan/https://suyin.be/2020/05/15/the-state-of-mind-of-a-black-swan/What are my thoughts on an anti-fragile state of mind and how can we create it? Thanks Kim Indeherberg for the challenge to work with the topic touched upon earlier today by my dear friends Rik Vera and Peter Hinssen during an amazing inspiring Friday webinar. The idea of turning from “fragile” or “robust” intoFri, 15 May 2020 09:16:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/05/08/be-brave/https://suyin.be/2020/05/08/be-brave/We all know the feeling, sudden change, outside our reach, disruption is in the house. What if everything turns out just right because you reacted calmly. It is what I felt when I had my stroke some years ago. First thing that I thought was, will I see my children again? Being a mother, withFri, 08 May 2020 16:26:18 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/05/01/responsability/https://suyin.be/2020/05/01/responsability/How responsible did you act these past weeks? A lot of decisions to make as a person, a partner, a parent, a team leader, a business owner. But it is in these difficult and strange times that people can make a difference. How authentic were your thoughts the past weeks and how did you communicateFri, 01 May 2020 19:03:50 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/04/24/stability-flexibility/https://suyin.be/2020/04/24/stability-flexibility/To be able to adapt more efficiently in the changing world we are in at the moment, we need to think of a way to combine stability and flexibility. It will be important to think about what we pick these days to learn from. As always deliberately learning accelerates our learning process and in ourFri, 24 Apr 2020 15:29:41 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/04/17/a-rebel/https://suyin.be/2020/04/17/a-rebel/I was about 16 years old combining my studies in highschool with my semi-professional education as a dancer when my boyfriend at that time started to call me ‘rebel’. I kind of liked that nickname as it sounded positive to me. Knowing that a rebel is sometimes perceived as someone being against the rules. IFri, 17 Apr 2020 17:52:26 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/04/10/think-twice-bring-your-heart/https://suyin.be/2020/04/10/think-twice-bring-your-heart/Having the courage to use your own understanding, is the motto of enlightenment and a long time ago we were not suposed to think by ourselves. I could not imagine living in times like those. To me it seems logic, this process of thinking, knowing and understanding the things I do and decisions I make.Fri, 10 Apr 2020 13:28:44 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/04/03/a-productivity-plan/https://suyin.be/2020/04/03/a-productivity-plan/Probably this habit comes from when I was very young and combining going to school with very intensive dancing classes. Every day was about studying and training. To be able to keep up with the school work planning was crucial because a day without dancing was not an option. So a productivity plan came in at a very young age and becameFri, 03 Apr 2020 14:41:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/03/30/infinity/https://suyin.be/2020/03/30/infinity/Yesterday a very good friend of mine, Esther Van Toledo, taught us, online, how to breath in an infinity loop. She gave a webinar online and talked about leadership from the heart in the actual crisis. We all know by now that ecosystems are a truly valuable ground to create new things. When we see an ecosystem likeMon, 30 Mar 2020 08:28:15 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/03/13/confidence/https://suyin.be/2020/03/13/confidence/Nobody gains confidence by knowing everything. Confidence comes from filling holes in your mind with knowledge. You can’t do that if you always pretend to know everything. This means admitting that maybe you’re not the smartest person. The most confident person in the room might be the last person you’d expect. Someone with fake confidenceFri, 13 Mar 2020 02:40:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/03/06/intuition/https://suyin.be/2020/03/06/intuition/Intuition is whispering to us all the time, but we’re usually too busy and noisy to listen. But when you try to pay attention and make decision’s and reach out to people based on a random gut feeling great things might happen. What I noticed lately is that some of my tribe is changing. IFri, 06 Mar 2020 19:29:21 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/02/28/learning/https://suyin.be/2020/02/28/learning/It is a nice feeling being a student again. Great to experience learning online with a great cohort and learning buddies being challenged with the same materials and asked to change their ideas and views. As a curious person I was always eager to learn, anywhere, anytime and from anyone. A theory of curiosity saysFri, 28 Feb 2020 02:07:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/02/21/decision-making-skills/https://suyin.be/2020/02/21/decision-making-skills/I guess most of my readers know that my tagline is “…because to get the right answers it is essential to ask the right questions”. This is my concern in every interview I am able to do on TV or on stage. In any debate or panel discussion it is also super relevant for meFri, 21 Feb 2020 13:58:59 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/02/14/digital-transformation/https://suyin.be/2020/02/14/digital-transformation/I just started a new study at Vlerick Business School, Take the lead. Is there a difference between a digital transformation and any other transformation is what I am wondering? Has transformation not always been about thinking in an agile way and adapting yourself and your organisation to the new challenges and opportunities that layFri, 14 Feb 2020 01:02:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/02/07/more-results/https://suyin.be/2020/02/07/more-results/We all have some goals we want to reach, I have been writing about that before. But most people forget the law of progression. They create big goals and aim to make progress or complete their goals in a few difficult steps — which can backfire. When you try to rush the process, it mayFri, 07 Feb 2020 02:18:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/01/30/911-a-legend/https://suyin.be/2020/01/30/911-a-legend/I had the pleasure to visit the Museum and Factory of Porsche in Zuffenhausen as I was invited by #porschebelgium last Wednesday for to the launch of the limited 911 Belgian Legend Edition made with Jacky Ickx. It was amazing to see what a tailor made & handmade car the iconic “911” is. And howThu, 30 Jan 2020 23:13:17 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/01/24/goals/https://suyin.be/2020/01/24/goals/I like goals and in a way I need a goal from time to time to get my focus again. But a goal is something that goes away once you hit it. Right? So true motivation shouldn’t come from your goals alone.I see many people spending a lot of time on optimizing their strategy, and maybe notFri, 24 Jan 2020 17:52:38 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/01/17/sports-art/https://suyin.be/2020/01/17/sports-art/Sometimes I have mixed feelings as on one hand I feel like my career started as a topsporter and on the other hand it feels as it started as an artist. But more and more I think it actually was the mix of both that brought me where I am now. A blend of anFri, 17 Jan 2020 02:19:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/01/10/an-image/https://suyin.be/2020/01/10/an-image/One of the quotes we use very often in our business ( I run and own a company called X-Treme Creations) is that an image says more than a thousand words. And that is something that I am very sure of. We should not underestimate the image we project of ourselves, both online and offline.Fri, 10 Jan 2020 19:44:12 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2020/01/03/finding-the-time/https://suyin.be/2020/01/03/finding-the-time/Is just impossible, if you think you are able to realise something when you find the time, I think you will never realise as much as you could. Because one thing is for sure you will never find the time in between all the things you are already doing right now. Is it more aboutFri, 03 Jan 2020 02:29:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/12/26/craft/https://suyin.be/2019/12/26/craft/Can we craft our ideal existence? What is for sure is that we can systematically collect data about ourselves so we are able to have the possibility of making informed decisions about what to do to be happy. Last year was a lot about this for me, learning new things about myself based on data thatThu, 26 Dec 2019 23:55:49 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/12/19/the-first-lady/https://suyin.be/2019/12/19/the-first-lady/For a new challenge in 2020 I wanted an original title, as I do not believe that much in titles. But than I thought what role would I love to have? What would it feel like to be the The First Lady I wondered? Thinking about Michelle Obama, who I find an amazing women. AlthoughThu, 19 Dec 2019 23:01:52 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/12/13/eta/https://suyin.be/2019/12/13/eta/I remember very well the first time I heard this word, I did not have a clue what it meant…Expected Time of Arrival…if only life was that easy. The first one giving me his ETA, was an ex paratrooper. They have to be precise. And I can tell you when they are no longer inFri, 13 Dec 2019 02:28:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/12/06/small-becomes-big/https://suyin.be/2019/12/06/small-becomes-big/A lot of people say that small things repeated consistently turn into big things. And indeed if you don’t pay attention to your life on a daily basis, it will absolutely drift in directions you may not like. And we all have a mind, a body and thoughts. And very often where your thoughts goFri, 06 Dec 2019 01:09:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/11/29/seriously/https://suyin.be/2019/11/29/seriously/The problem with taking ourselves too seriously is that we look for approval . We allow people to become our judges. When you convince yourself that the world is a stage, you become an actor who must perform to please. That mindset can make the rest of your life miserable. Living our lives as anFri, 29 Nov 2019 02:19:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/11/22/vision/https://suyin.be/2019/11/22/vision/Some years ago we made this picture comparing our children eyes with ours. If I had known …. On a Sunday night one year ago I looked you in the eyes and we kissed goodnight….If I had known …. On a Monday morning exactly one year ago I noticed we forgot to blow the candleFri, 22 Nov 2019 02:43:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/11/15/the-first-impression/https://suyin.be/2019/11/15/the-first-impression/We all know we only get one chance to make a first impression. Whether in business or in any other context. But to not forget that when you made that great first impression and you promised something you have to deliver it. Even if it was a small commitment (sending the title of a book),Fri, 15 Nov 2019 01:39:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/11/08/networking-but/https://suyin.be/2019/11/08/networking-but/Yes I am convinced that networking is part of the game. But networking should not become the game. A pity when I see people having certain jobs that are actually not having the right skills to be were they are. And off course we need to help others and introduce them to people in ourFri, 08 Nov 2019 02:18:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/11/01/the-power-of-internet/https://suyin.be/2019/11/01/the-power-of-internet/Knowledge is power, we know that, and we are all eager to learn new things. And now we have the internet, so basically every knowledge is a click away. But we must understand that our social media feed, and probably every search, starts only feeding us with the food we like. So is that theFri, 01 Nov 2019 05:34:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/10/25/power-and-sexiness/https://suyin.be/2019/10/25/power-and-sexiness/I was reading a very interesting article this week in Charlie : an interview with Hans Maes about his new book : “what is sexy”. The interview was done by Sarah Van Looy, and Hans gives some very pertinent remarks on the big differences on when a man and woman are perceived as sexy. HeFri, 25 Oct 2019 05:14:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/10/18/hide-and-seek/https://suyin.be/2019/10/18/hide-and-seek/We all know that game of hide and seek we play with ourselves and the truth. Would our world work and would we get along with each other if we would not have the possibilities of those half-truths? And would we be able to cope with our own life in the first place ? ButFri, 18 Oct 2019 04:39:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/10/11/a-compassionate-leader/https://suyin.be/2019/10/11/a-compassionate-leader/Last week I was present on the book launch of Jan Vermeiren’s new book ‘the compassionate leader’. I remember Jan as the man that convinced me many years ago that networking is very valuable and that being present on LinkedIn is a must do as an entrepreneur. It was interesting to see this man againFri, 11 Oct 2019 04:46:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/10/04/reading-and-series/https://suyin.be/2019/10/04/reading-and-series/I remember those days, I had the time to read. I remember the feeling to be completely lost in a book, wanting to know what was going to happen next. Mostly fiction of course, just for the fun of reading, the pleasure to read a well written book, a book with a great story, withFri, 04 Oct 2019 06:44:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/09/27/i-do-not-like-to-fit-in/https://suyin.be/2019/09/27/i-do-not-like-to-fit-in/“The ones who make it onto our radar, the ones who made an impact, have chosen to live a life of standing out, not fitting in.” -Seth Godin We all know people who have a unique position in society. People who, either by choice or by force, are different. People who do not “fit in”Fri, 27 Sep 2019 09:01:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/09/20/dont-only-think-it-do-it/https://suyin.be/2019/09/20/dont-only-think-it-do-it/You can’t be a writer, if you don’t write. You can’t be a cook, if you never cook. You can’t be an athlete, if you never train. So stop journaling on your perfect life and dreaming about your ideal world. Achieving goals is not exactly rocket science. It is about showing up with a focus on what you want to reach. SoFri, 20 Sep 2019 05:24:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/09/13/the-right-minority/https://suyin.be/2019/09/13/the-right-minority/I do have different role models, but Oprah Winfrey for sure is one of them. You can find many great things online she said. I once watched an interview with her were she stated she had the luck to be part of the right minority when she first came on TV. In that same interviewFri, 13 Sep 2019 09:00:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/09/06/deontology-vs-csr/https://suyin.be/2019/09/06/deontology-vs-csr/I had the pleasure to be the ‘Master of Interaction’ on the CxO event 2019, in the beginning of the week in Brussels. The C-level managers in the room got different cases to solve together and at a certain moment they were asked to think about CSR and how a facility company could help theirFri, 06 Sep 2019 07:14:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/08/30/chef-planning/https://suyin.be/2019/08/30/chef-planning/That is what my partner tells friends that want to pick a date to meet up: “call the chef planning”, and that chef is me. Can I not live without a plan, can I not present an event and moderate a debate without a plan, can I not film an episode without being prepared andFri, 30 Aug 2019 09:38:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/08/23/a-chinese-first-name/https://suyin.be/2019/08/23/a-chinese-first-name/“You have an original name, I never heard it before, I do not know anyone with your name,….” how many times did I hear this in my life. Being younger it was not always so easy to explain, but now I can only be so grateful mu parents choose this name for me. Having anFri, 23 Aug 2019 08:59:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/08/16/excuses/https://suyin.be/2019/08/16/excuses/In French they say: ‘les excuses sont faites pour s’en servir’ . And indeed we very often find too many excuses to do something or not to do something. We accept weak excuses from ourselves, because it’s quite convenient. We accept our own limiting beliefs, fears, and excuses. We do not have so much ofFri, 16 Aug 2019 07:57:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/08/09/thinking-big/https://suyin.be/2019/08/09/thinking-big/Winner. Optimist. Doer. Believer. Does these words fit with what you want to be? Did you read Miracle Morning? I did and since I did I follow Hal Elrod. One of the things he once wrote, “Where you are is a result of who you were, but where you go depends entirely on who youFri, 09 Aug 2019 09:59:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/08/02/endurance/https://suyin.be/2019/08/02/endurance/I think we all like starting something new, we are always very enthusiastic when we start. Training for a running course for example, getting on a diet, or when we start with a blog. I started blogging more than 50 blogs ago, posting my “Friday thoughts” week after week, whatever I have on the agenda.Fri, 02 Aug 2019 08:45:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/07/26/criticism/https://suyin.be/2019/07/26/criticism/Criticism plays a large role in our lives – from the bully who tells you that your nose is too large, to the kind teacher helping you perfect your essay, to even a concerned parent who wants you to aim just a bit higher. I can remember times when I have been offered biting criticismFri, 26 Jul 2019 11:13:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/07/19/a-strategic-habit/https://suyin.be/2019/07/19/a-strategic-habit/Last week I wrote about setting goals if you really want to achieve something. And to surround yourself with professional people that will help you to eventually achieve your goal. And these achievements becomes a pattern in your life. It becomes a habit. But this is a very different type of habit than doing the sameFri, 19 Jul 2019 16:21:42 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/07/12/about-goals-and-desire/https://suyin.be/2019/07/12/about-goals-and-desire/If you want to achieve something, everything starts by setting a realistic and specific goal. Something you really want to achieve, not something others want you to achieve. Your desire is where the faith starts. Because you need to have the faith you can reach the goal. Start by visualizing your goal, than make aFri, 12 Jul 2019 08:14:36 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/07/05/what-does-it-takes/https://suyin.be/2019/07/05/what-does-it-takes/What does it take to become sucessfull in what you do? A lot of things but for sure you will have to make sacrifices. Every successful person I know makes sacrifices — Money, relationships, time, etc. It is those who dare sacrifice what they cherish most that will reap the fruit of their labour. By going outsideFri, 05 Jul 2019 05:00:56 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/06/28/press-release/https://suyin.be/2019/06/28/press-release/Today I share the press release of earlier this week. -scroll down for french- Start persbericht Eerste Belgische op ramkoers voor internationale WinTrade Awards in Londen Zaakvoerster en presentatrice #Suyin Aerts (45) topfavoriete Vrijdagavond 28 juni 2019 worden in het Park Plaza Hotel in Londen de prestigieuze WinTrade Awards uitgereikt. Deze jaarlijkse ‘Oscars’ voor vrouwelijkeFri, 28 Jun 2019 09:18:22 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/06/28/do-what-you-love-love-what-you-do/https://suyin.be/2019/06/28/do-what-you-love-love-what-you-do/Waking up and feeling truly grateful to do what you do is the reward. That can’t be bought. Most of us have careers that last almost 50 years. That’s a significant part of life. What you do for a living takes up a big part of your life, and it should be more than justFri, 28 Jun 2019 07:11:48 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/06/21/an-award/https://suyin.be/2019/06/21/an-award/I just booked my ticket and reserved my hotel to attent the final event in London, where the winners of the WINTRADE Award will be announced next Friday. And I am already very proud to be one of the finalist in the category “Women in Media” Of course I want to win! Maybe strange…or normal?Fri, 21 Jun 2019 14:59:38 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/06/13/curiosity/https://suyin.be/2019/06/13/curiosity/I realize that I have always been the curious kind. Looking at things differently, with an open mind & from new perspectives. I also dare to ask people to explain me things, if talk talk about something I do not know. Funny situation when the people using the buzz words are incapabele to explain you.Thu, 13 Jun 2019 22:19:47 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/06/07/the-last-day/https://suyin.be/2019/06/07/the-last-day/Today is the last day I call myself “President”.…..or at least president of Artemis Brussel (a network for women) I remember the first day I became president of Artemis Brussel, my daughters asked were the country was I became President from 🙂 We speak 4 years ago, I do not know how many events, howFri, 07 Jun 2019 05:50:21 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/05/31/busy-busy-busy/https://suyin.be/2019/05/31/busy-busy-busy/What if you start with the important work to be done first, instead of jumping on the work that needs to be done… Why do we make certain things far more complicated, harder and more confusing then they are? Isn’t simple not exciting enough? We fall to often in the trap of doing those tasksFri, 31 May 2019 06:41:48 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/05/24/when-you-love-the-stage-the-camera/https://suyin.be/2019/05/24/when-you-love-the-stage-the-camera/I was very young when I discovered I really loved to be on stage. My first life on stage was as a dancer, expressing myself and my feelings true the story given by the choreographers. Hard work, perseverance, day after day, to be able to express what the choreographer wanted, with as an extra challengeFri, 24 May 2019 17:01:12 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/05/17/my-unfair-advantage/https://suyin.be/2019/05/17/my-unfair-advantage/Being in the media as a female entrepreneur, that is my unfair advantage! what is yours? We must encourage entrepreneurship from an early age. As far as I’m concerned starting in elementary school already. Because we are actually all entrepreneurs, entrepreneurs of our own lives. Jump, even before you have the feeling that you areFri, 17 May 2019 03:21:56 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/05/10/problems-and-goals/https://suyin.be/2019/05/10/problems-and-goals/Before you attempt to solve a problem , instead of asking, “How can I solve this?”, ask yourself: Should I be tackling this? We live in a society that values hard work, but does the fact that something is difficult to master mean that it’s worth doing? It’s true that things worth achieving are hard, but that doesn’tFri, 10 May 2019 08:45:40 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/05/03/perfectionism/https://suyin.be/2019/05/03/perfectionism/You know that feeling? You feel like you are on top of the world, stepping out onto a stage, or hitting “publish” on a post. Then a disappointing email or a critical comment about your work sends you plunging into despair. Unfortunately, we can’t always control the outcomes of our efforts. But we better prepareFri, 03 May 2019 11:40:23 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/04/26/altruism/https://suyin.be/2019/04/26/altruism/I had the great pleasure to host and moderate an event this week where altruism was put in the center of the evening. After sad stories on how young children between 10 and 20 years old sometimes struggle with the challenges of life and the remarkable work Ingrid De Jonghe is doing for them atFri, 26 Apr 2019 09:31:52 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/04/18/broken-trust/https://suyin.be/2019/04/18/broken-trust/I am sure you all remember that first time your trust was broken. I remember it very well and it did not happen once…it happened again. Even recently. Good business and personal relationships are based on trust. We like to interact and do business with people we feel comfortable with and have some degree ofThu, 18 Apr 2019 23:28:53 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/04/12/secrets-to-influence/https://suyin.be/2019/04/12/secrets-to-influence/Are there things one should think about when you want to influence people? Or is it happening naturally? I think that being authentic is the best way to go. But how can you be authentic? Just being you? Yes! but also you need to know what your values are and what your mission is inFri, 12 Apr 2019 11:49:45 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/04/05/addicted-to-knowledge/https://suyin.be/2019/04/05/addicted-to-knowledge/I realized some time ago that maybe one of the reason I like what I do, is that each time I moderate a debate, lead a panel, do an interview, …I learn so many new things. Due on the one hand to the things I need to read to get prepared, but also thanks toFri, 05 Apr 2019 11:47:43 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/03/29/a-year-of-blogging/https://suyin.be/2019/03/29/a-year-of-blogging/Wauw really! One year already I have been writing and publishing a blog article every Friday. It was Professor and Innovator Erik P.M. Vermeulen that told me to set a goal if I wanted to start blogging. so at first I thought, lets challenge myself and let’s see if I can keep up the pace,Fri, 29 Mar 2019 08:54:39 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/03/22/i-am-a-special-generalist/https://suyin.be/2019/03/22/i-am-a-special-generalist/Sometimes you wonder am I a specialist or a generalist? When I was a dancer it was an easy answer, you did not had to ask me stuff about hockey, football, waterpolo or even tennis. All I knew was about dancing. But I did know everything about it. I guess at that time I wasFri, 22 Mar 2019 17:20:23 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/03/15/blue-or-red-ocean/https://suyin.be/2019/03/15/blue-or-red-ocean/If you just learned how to swim would you rather swim in a blue or a red ocean? Red oceans are all the industries in existence today – the known market space. In red oceans, industry boundaries are defined and accepted, and the competitive rules of the game are known. Blue oceans, in contrast, denote allFri, 15 Mar 2019 09:42:42 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/03/08/the-8th-of-march/https://suyin.be/2019/03/08/the-8th-of-march/Twelve years ago I became a mother for the first time. Not bad as an experience on the international day for women. Getting a daughter made it even more special. And she is a special one, but so is the second one. Our little ladies, children, they change your life! From the minute you peeFri, 08 Mar 2019 10:01:52 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/03/01/time-management/https://suyin.be/2019/03/01/time-management/How can a human think he could manage time? The only think you can maybe manage is yourself. Understand what you are willing to sacrifice vs. accomplish and plan accordingly. Hold yourself accountable. It’s to easy to push things on to the next day. Your mindset needs to turn into making the most out ofFri, 01 Mar 2019 09:09:29 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/02/22/perfection-is-an-illusion/https://suyin.be/2019/02/22/perfection-is-an-illusion/As a dancer I was already looking for perfection, knowing that if I did one step ahead, another step would present itself straight away, a step to become even better. This was a never ending story, because we already knew perfection was an illusion. The way of working towards perfection is still part of meFri, 22 Feb 2019 06:55:48 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/02/15/what-helps-me-to-speak-up-listening/https://suyin.be/2019/02/15/what-helps-me-to-speak-up-listening/We tend to value speaking over the ability to listen — particularly in leadership positions. But when you listen carefully, you have the opportunity to gain new perspectives and learn the things you don’t know you don’t know. Sometimes we are listening but not fully connecting. For example, we don’t notice nonverbal cues, like energy and body language. WeFri, 15 Feb 2019 08:55:44 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/02/07/what-about-the-friends-you-met-after-40/https://suyin.be/2019/02/07/what-about-the-friends-you-met-after-40/Did you meet some of your real friends after 40? Or are it all surface friends? I believe personal standards on what friendship can be and could become change with age. So that means you will lose some friends that you thought you were going to have forever. And that means you have to admitThu, 07 Feb 2019 23:02:59 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/02/01/does-the-future-just-happens/https://suyin.be/2019/02/01/does-the-future-just-happens/I believe the future doesn’t just happen — we shape it every day. And January is that month of the year to look ahead, to make some professional and some personal goals. And when you run a company that is a challenge. What are the opportunities and what are the risks? To look 1 year ahead seems impossible,Fri, 01 Feb 2019 00:38:05 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/01/25/knowledge-is-power/https://suyin.be/2019/01/25/knowledge-is-power/knowledgeFri, 25 Jan 2019 11:36:59 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/01/17/female-leadership/https://suyin.be/2019/01/17/female-leadership/The question I ask myself lately is whether female leadership differs from male leadership? Let me start by sharing my idea that I think we are not born as a leader, we decide to become a leader, we decide to take the responsibility to lead. At least that is what I think, until someone provesThu, 17 Jan 2019 23:00:28 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/01/11/did-you-ever-recycle-an-idea/https://suyin.be/2019/01/11/did-you-ever-recycle-an-idea/I was wandering on the internet and I came across a very interesting article. What if you would go into your files and recycle some of your old ideas? Why did I not think about that that before? I have drafts in many places! In little booklets I always carry with me in my bag,Fri, 11 Jan 2019 10:24:07 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2019/01/04/your-audience-is-never-everybody/https://suyin.be/2019/01/04/your-audience-is-never-everybody/A new year, new resolutions, a lot of dreams that we all want to become reality, but how on earth do we make our dreams come true? If only we could have a one-size-fits-all solution to make it all work. Overnight success does simple not exist I think, it is weeks, months and sometimes yearsFri, 04 Jan 2019 08:32:32 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/12/28/long-live-the-elevator-pitch/https://suyin.be/2018/12/28/long-live-the-elevator-pitch/Most people and especially entrepreneurs are letting themselves down with their elevator pitch because they don’t know their value proposition or who it is for. They just rush out a couple of lines to introduce themselves, and forget the importance of tailoring it in length and substance for the current context. Others just fail toFri, 28 Dec 2018 15:04:21 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/12/21/personal-branding/https://suyin.be/2018/12/21/personal-branding/Who I am and why should you care? The truth is, when it comes to building a personal brand, it’s the question on everyone’s lips. Building a brand isn’t about feeding your ego. It’s about giving yourself more opportunities to help and connect with people in your industry. And one of the best ways toFri, 21 Dec 2018 09:00:07 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/12/14/pictures/https://suyin.be/2018/12/14/pictures/Sometimes you make a picture sometimes you take a picture. “Art isn’t only a painting. Art is anything that’s creative, passionate, and personal. An artists is someone who uses bravery, insight, creativity, and boldness to challenge the status quo. Art is a personal gift that changes the recipient. The medium doesn’t matter. The intent does.Fri, 14 Dec 2018 08:24:28 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/12/07/the-lines/https://suyin.be/2018/12/07/the-lines/A long time since I had to memorize my lines every day for the soap series where I was one of the actors of the leading cast. Great memories of being in front of a camera almost every day, not being myself, but playing someone else, looking for that thin line between what looks real,Fri, 07 Dec 2018 11:51:56 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/11/30/about-aya/https://suyin.be/2018/11/30/about-aya/Last year I went on an amazing trip to Marrakech where we went from rooftop to rooftop to meet Moroccan women. Beside the fact I came back with so many new and special women friends that will always have a place in my heart. I also made one little friend, Aya. I was very gratefulFri, 30 Nov 2018 10:29:40 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/11/23/choices/https://suyin.be/2018/11/23/choices/It is a responsibility for us as parents to give our children the right to make choices in live, we need to understand that decisions need to be made. Decisions on how we want to live our lives as adults. We need to live our live by understanding also that we have a responsibility toFri, 23 Nov 2018 08:39:52 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/11/16/entrepreneurship-why-would-you/https://suyin.be/2018/11/16/entrepreneurship-why-would-you/Welcome to the end of the 3rd week of November 2018, did you know it is the “Global Entrepreneurship Week”? In Belgium (where I come from) we have a “Day of the Entrepreneur” and that is today. As today it is Friday and every Friday before I dive into the weekend I share my thoughtsFri, 16 Nov 2018 09:44:24 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/11/09/help-i-am-bored/https://suyin.be/2018/11/09/help-i-am-bored/I am sure those of you that have kids know the feeling: “Mum I am bored what are we going to do? ” And then you feel angry at first, because you give them so much, so much to discover, so much to do and they dare to say they are bored when they getFri, 09 Nov 2018 09:02:34 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/11/02/what-if-you-fail/https://suyin.be/2018/11/02/what-if-you-fail/Last week an amazing successful entrepreneur in Belgium announced he had to close down one of his projects. I think it adorns him that he could say he failed and pointed the finger to himself in the first place. But he also said that he delegated decisions on growth to someone else and trusted this personsFri, 02 Nov 2018 11:08:05 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/10/26/mixing-people-a-passion/https://suyin.be/2018/10/26/mixing-people-a-passion/What is networking about for me? Why do I organise events where I bring people together? I want to share my idea with you as last week, on a networking event I talked to someone that told me he hated networking. He felt that networking was fake and was as sales talk without any problemFri, 26 Oct 2018 09:40:47 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/10/19/skills-hard-or-soft-what-if-we-call-them-real/https://suyin.be/2018/10/19/skills-hard-or-soft-what-if-we-call-them-real/Why do we call them soft skills when they are the hardest to get? If we call them soft we imply they are fluffy, fluid, intangible, or difficult to measure. I do agree that certain focused skills are essential. That hiring coders who can’t code, salespeople who can’t sell is a short road to failure.Fri, 19 Oct 2018 07:51:09 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/10/12/really-can-we-make-caliheros-of-the-calimeros/https://suyin.be/2018/10/12/really-can-we-make-caliheros-of-the-calimeros/Do you know that feeling…this is only happening to me? Why me again? Calimero knows what you are talking about. This was also what happened on the moment I made this amazing little girl on the picture, but I can tell you she is a HERO. During a seminar Happiness @work this week, I heardFri, 12 Oct 2018 07:52:06 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/10/05/the-rat-race-for-happiness/https://suyin.be/2018/10/05/the-rat-race-for-happiness/A friend of mine shared an amazing short movie earlier this week. It is a story about how we take part in a rat race for happiness, why do we do this, I was wondering, and I think some things we cannot explain. Sometimes we get caught, and we do not even realize that weFri, 05 Oct 2018 08:55:42 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/09/28/why-sometimes-you-just-need-to-keep-it/https://suyin.be/2018/09/28/why-sometimes-you-just-need-to-keep-it/Why I decided to say yes and how I became the first ambassador of many others that followed me for the Just Keep it challenge? Let me start by explaining what #JKI is: From the 1st October to 21st of October 2018, the amazing sisters Gwenny & Yoneko Nurtantio launched the first 21 days challengeFri, 28 Sep 2018 07:34:02 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/09/21/because-we-are-still-the-same-person/https://suyin.be/2018/09/21/because-we-are-still-the-same-person/September 21st every year is World Alzheimer’s Day around the world. An international campaign aimed at raising awareness and challenge the common stigma that surrounds Alzheimer related dementia. I had the change to present an event this week for “Koning Boudewijnstichting/ Fondation Roi Baudouin” to celebrate their 10 years work on dementia. In a collaboration with manyFri, 21 Sep 2018 07:35:59 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/09/14/to-take-a-coach-or-not-to-take-a-coach/https://suyin.be/2018/09/14/to-take-a-coach-or-not-to-take-a-coach/All great athletes have coaches, they have a team of coaches most of the time. And although you are maybe not a top athlete, you could also think of getting a coach. Because it is important for all human beings to reach their peak. And to get there, most of us need support. Someone supportingFri, 14 Sep 2018 10:08:51 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/09/07/mentoring-a-next-step-in-my-career/https://suyin.be/2018/09/07/mentoring-a-next-step-in-my-career/I decided some time ago to say yes when they asked me to become a mentor. I found it a real honor to get this question, as it feels to me I have the ability to pass my experience and to give other a drive to go for their dreams and talents. Mentorship and sponsorshipFri, 07 Sep 2018 10:27:12 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/08/31/talking-with-signs-and-why-rhythm-is-key/https://suyin.be/2018/08/31/talking-with-signs-and-why-rhythm-is-key/During a recent trip to Moldavia, I had the pleasure to meet with a couple that was deaf and dumb. It was amazing to see how well they communicated together even without any word being said. It was also very special to talk with both of them and I was very surprised I was quitFri, 31 Aug 2018 09:36:02 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/08/24/people-are-puzzles/https://suyin.be/2018/08/24/people-are-puzzles/Children change. Adults change. People change. We’re awfully big puzzles. It takes a long time to turn over all our pieces, let alone to figure out where they’re meant to go. Sometimes, the pieces that felt like edges and endings are just an unusual way to connect to something more. Too many of us setFri, 24 Aug 2018 14:00:16 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/08/17/the-best-marketing-isnt-marketing/https://suyin.be/2018/08/17/the-best-marketing-isnt-marketing/If you want to stand out and have people remember you, then you have to show some sort of emotion. Your efforts should aim to be both timely and timeless, in the sense that what resonates today should still be able to resonate with people further down the road. Before you even begin thinking aboutFri, 17 Aug 2018 15:30:46 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/08/10/stop-trying-to-become-the-next-oprah-winfrey/https://suyin.be/2018/08/10/stop-trying-to-become-the-next-oprah-winfrey/When she stood on stage at the Golden Globes in January 2018 proclaiming “a new day has come” Oprah became the leading charge for the #metoo and #timesup movements. I recently read an article on her where she said: ” I don’t think I’ve ever really gotten star-struck or get star-struck because I tend toFri, 10 Aug 2018 16:44:30 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/08/02/what-if-conflicts-were-a-gift/https://suyin.be/2018/08/02/what-if-conflicts-were-a-gift/Yes conflicts also arise in performant teams with authentic leaders, but they are a sign of life, they arise when people actually think about their work. They are actually gifts, because people who think will always differ from each other, and so if they find it important to share their opinion with passion, then thatThu, 02 Aug 2018 22:00:22 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/07/27/an-image-is-worth-a-thousand-words/https://suyin.be/2018/07/27/an-image-is-worth-a-thousand-words/This is what we claim in the company I manage with my partner. We help clients to air their views. I do this personally both literally and figuratively actually. Literately as what we do at X-Treme Creations is making visual communication material for our clients, we do this by using inflatables(we also combine this withFri, 27 Jul 2018 09:49:51 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/07/20/some-decisions-are-forever/https://suyin.be/2018/07/20/some-decisions-are-forever/…but a lot of decisions are just a step towards a happy life. It is important to make decisions and you have to accept you are never sure about any decision whether it will be the correct decisions until you make it and life it. But not taking a decision is the worst decision 🙂Fri, 20 Jul 2018 09:37:18 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/07/13/share-your-work-in-progress-with-the-team/https://suyin.be/2018/07/13/share-your-work-in-progress-with-the-team/As a trained Project Manager I came to the conclusion already during my studies that every projects stand or falls with the people working together on the project and the way they communicate with each other. But to fonction as a team you should get used to share your work in progress with each otherFri, 13 Jul 2018 11:01:09 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/07/06/living-with-an-entrepreneur/https://suyin.be/2018/07/06/living-with-an-entrepreneur/If you’ve never run a business, it’s easy to criticize the owner. What’s a lot more difficult is actually being the owner. These days, it’s common to criticize people at the top, whether that’s at the top of an organization, a company, or even society. And certainly, there is corruption among those with great power and wealth. ButFri, 06 Jul 2018 10:00:53 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/06/29/about-a-very-special-intern/https://suyin.be/2018/06/29/about-a-very-special-intern/I have some friends that have a child with autism. Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, refers to a range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication, as well as by unique strengths and differences. We now know that there is not one autism but many types, caused byFri, 29 Jun 2018 09:00:22 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/06/22/from-great-to-excellent/https://suyin.be/2018/06/22/from-great-to-excellent/If you check the dictionary on what excellence means they say: the quality of being outstanding or extremely good. But what is great then? That also sounds very good already, well great is something or someone of an extent, amount, or intensity considerably above average. I think getting from good to great is already aFri, 22 Jun 2018 09:38:31 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/06/15/make-your-dreams-come-true/https://suyin.be/2018/06/15/make-your-dreams-come-true/When you want to make your dreams come true, you first need to have dreams. If only life would be that simple. Well be honest with yourself, do you have dreams, do you have goals? Things you would really love to do in this live? Therefore you first have to believe in yourself. The problemFri, 15 Jun 2018 09:03:55 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/06/08/friendship/https://suyin.be/2018/06/08/friendship/Did you ever loose a friend? I did and I want to talk about 2 lost friends in particular. One is a “no way back” way of losing a friend, as he is no longer with us on this earth. Because he decided to step out of this live. He was not the first IFri, 08 Jun 2018 08:04:50 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/06/01/about-happiness/https://suyin.be/2018/06/01/about-happiness/It’s difficult to define just what happiness is, or if it’s even a “thing” that can be defined at all. What makes a billionaire happy might be completely different than what makes a child from a low-income home happy, or it could be the same. Very often they define a happy person as someone who experiencesFri, 01 Jun 2018 09:39:24 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/05/25/does-ai-means-losing-control/https://suyin.be/2018/05/25/does-ai-means-losing-control/There’s a lot of enthusiasm around artificial intelligence (AI) and what technology will be able to do in the future. While there’s a variety of reasons why people are cautious about seeing the growing influence of AI in their personal lives and industries, most concerns seem to stem from the fear of losing control. AndFri, 25 May 2018 13:09:05 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/05/18/pink-is-an-attitude/https://suyin.be/2018/05/18/pink-is-an-attitude/Pink is one of those colors that has many associations, both in meaning and for the memories it brings up for people. This color represents compassion, nurturing and love. A combination of red and white, it is the passion and power of red softened with the purity, openness and completeness of white. The deeper the pink,Fri, 18 May 2018 11:26:04 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/05/11/why/https://suyin.be/2018/05/11/why/We all talk a lot about what we do, but we should put more focus on why we do it.” What gives us an answer, why gives us understanding. While we each have our own why, they very often share a common core. That core is a need. That “why” is one of toughest questions to answer, but everyone has oneFri, 11 May 2018 09:33:25 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/05/04/about-dreams-and-money/https://suyin.be/2018/05/04/about-dreams-and-money/“I do not like to think about money so I need a lot! ” recently a very successful entrepreneur told me, when we were chatting on social media. And I understood him completely. I do think the real peace of mind is when you have enough money and not too much so you never shouldFri, 04 May 2018 10:53:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/04/27/are-we-all-publishers-now/https://suyin.be/2018/04/27/are-we-all-publishers-now/The social web has made us all publishers and marketers. We all can publish and market without seeking permission or paying for it. Our creations and art can be transformed into digital formats. Recording and re-producing your knowledge and art on digital platforms puts the power in your hands. The social web has also transformed my life.Fri, 27 Apr 2018 10:15:01 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/04/20/hygge-is-that-a-dinosaur/https://suyin.be/2018/04/20/hygge-is-that-a-dinosaur/Hygge is a tricky word to define, it’s a feeling, an experience, a sensation. It means creating a warm atmosphere. It is enjoying the good things in life with good people. It is something that you can discover but it is also defined by the activity that you can do. From meeting up with friendsFri, 20 Apr 2018 15:07:56 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/04/13/self-discipline/https://suyin.be/2018/04/13/self-discipline/How do you manage? Do you have more hours in a day? Do you never sleep? Some people ask me that kind of questions. Discipline and planning I would say! Many people think that disciplined people have a lack of freedom. But actually it is the other way around, at least in my opinion. OnlyFri, 13 Apr 2018 06:17:40 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)https://suyin.be/2018/03/27/where-do-you-get-the-energy-to-do-what-you-do/https://suyin.be/2018/03/27/where-do-you-get-the-energy-to-do-what-you-do/Difficult to say but I would come up with 3 main sources. 1/Surround yourself with people from whom you get energy, and say goodbye to those that suck energy. It is about giving and taking in a relation and if you are very honest with yourself some relations are one-way relations or better have become one way.Tue, 27 Mar 2018 14:38:00 GMThello@suyin.be (Suyin Aerts)