With eyes
for the
individual

A living example of one of my core beliefs

From history and languages … to teaching in the classroom … to self-employment as coach and consultant. This road story might seem out-of-the-box and in some ways it is. But for an American (as I am), having a career path that isn’t straight and predictable is actually quite normal.

I am a living example of one of my core beliefs: know what you do well and enjoy doing – and stay focused on that, learning to live in the moment, in the day. And at the right time new opportunities will cross your path.

Knowing what I am not and cannot do well is equally important. At those junctures I reach out to valued business partners who merge their expertise with my own for the benefit of the client.

Committed to reflection, action and communication

I describe myself as a person of action with an equal interest in reflection. I see connections where others often don’t. And I can’t help but create human connections, using my expansive network for the good of those I work with.

We always communicate something – even in our silence. I desire to equip others to communicate with greater consciousness and effectiveness, to empower them to present themselves with convincing authenticity to the appropriate audience in the best way possible.

My verbal and written communication with my clients is available in English, German or both – whichever is preferred by the individual across the table.

My work activities occur against the backdrop of a people-rich, slow-paced personal life. The 7-member Hansen family fills a typical German semi-detached house situated in the spacious countryside that connects Hamburg and Neumünster. Much to the disappointment of our children, our pet community is limited to six chickens (who don’t usually enjoy being petted). Regular walks, daily fitness, reading, music making, delicious organic meals and a cultural event now and then color our lives and provide a sense of health and balance.