Navigating Life Transitions: An Expat's Tale of Self-Discovery
I started my career in Hotel Management, working 100 hours a week and smoking 2 packs a day. I realised that this life was never going to be sustainable for me. I quit smoking and I made a switch to Banking and Financial markets. After 12 years, I took a sabbatical and during this period I lived in Rio de Janeiro and traveled through Australia. After this adventure, I went back into Financing as a freelance consultant. My expat career took me to many different places like Boston, Shanghai, Paris, Luxembourg, Brussels and I loved that international experience. On the other hand, it always felt that there was something more than Finance for me.
In 2011 I started my own health journey and self-discovery. I have always been active, running and playing squash, and in 2011 I added CrossFit to my activities. As I increased my physical activities, I had to become more aware of my health and nutrition. Along the road, I started drinking less until I stopped drinking in February 2017. This totally felt natural and not like a sacrifice at all. The latest part of my health journey was a mental one. Having attended and been inspired by Byron Katie and Dr. Joe Dispenza, their work is now part of my routine. My journey of navigating transitions is far from over, but I am loving it every step of the way. Right now I am embracing Minimalism and Wim Hof’s work - exposure to cold plus breathing technique.
This is for you when
You are a professional or an executive? You want to create a sustainable work-life balance in your demanding life, career, and or business. You want to move out of overwhelm into feeling healthy and happy again and stand fully in your leadership. Happy in your head, in your body in your leadership.
I have worked in financial markets, for 2 decades, and in financial trading as a freelance consultant. I now mainly coach and work with professionals and executives in this field.
Through my experience, I can empathize with issues and challenges that you encounter in your daily work. As a coach, I ask you the right questions so that you can examine your qualities and pitfalls. I do not like boxes, so you do not have to fit into this box to work with me, Bas Lebesque.
You have been thinking about it for a while now, you just do not know how or where to start. Whether it is your health, your career, or your social life. Whether you feel lost, trapped, or blocked. My coaching will help you discover what you want, but more importantly why you want it. Maybe you want to turn your life upside down, maybe you just want to be happier with what you have. Or you just want to be a better, happier colleague, boss, friend, or mom/dad. It is your journey and your destiny. Whatever it is, only you can make all the difference that you need. Time to write YOUR story.
Ready to change?
WHY an executive coach?
Executive coaching provides you with the right framework, the right guidance, and the right motivation to help you elevate your career, leadership skills, and/or business performance. Are you prepared to let go of outdated habits and behaviors that no longer benefit you and, more importantly, are you eager to embrace the innovative strategies and growth you've always desired?
By utilizing my techniques and defining your objectives, each milestone will be more attainable.
WHY a life coach?
Health and Lifestyle coaching provides you with the right system, the right support, and the right accountability that will help you transform your health, life and/or body. Are you ready to get rid of the old stuff and behaviors that are not serving you anymore and are you, more than ever, ready to bring in the NEW that you've always wanted?
By applying my methods and setting your goals, each step will be easier.
WHY a life coach and an executive coach in one?
Combining both life and executive coaching offers you a holistic approach to personal and professional growth. This unique synergy helps you tackle challenges in all aspects of your life, ensuring a well-rounded, balanced, and more fulfilled experience. Are you ready to embrace the integrated development that empowers you to reach your full potential in every area of your life?
By merging the insights and tools from both coaching styles, you can create a tailored roadmap that makes every step more meaningful and transformative, setting you up for long-lasting success.
Bas Lebesque Executive Coach In Amsterdam, Netherlands
Get To Know Me
Watch Me Step Into The Ice Bath - I believe this to be beneficial for my energy and health.
My Approach
I believe everybody is unique and so is their balance. This balance is the foundation on which you build your life and dreams. We will create your unique balance by looking at your energy, sleep, movement, nutrition, and mental and physical well-being. We will work in small steps and you will notice that more balance is being achieved and this will create more peace, clarity, and happiness. On this foundation, you can build your life, whether you want to tackle one or all of these 5 main areas of life - CAREER, MONEY, RELATIONSHIP, HEALTH, and PURPOSE.
As you develop your balance and strengthen your foundation, your leadership skills will significantly benefit from this newfound clarity and resilience. This stable base will allow you to make more informed decisions, effectively manage stress, and navigate complex situations with ease. As a result, you will inspire trust and confidence in your team, fostering a positive work environment and driving success. By investing in your personal growth and well-being, you create a lasting and meaningful impact on your leadership, unlocking your full potential to inspire and lead others.
“I’ve never been more on top of my mental and physical health than I am now.”
— Chris C.