Van Werknemersbrein naar Ondernemersgeest

I'm figuring things out — and that's okay.

A little reflection:

I started my working life as a Correctional Officer in prisons and detention centers. That was incredibly interesting and meaningful work. But at times, it wasn’t fun at all. So after eight years, I decided to do something else.

I became an income consultant. In that role, you also work closely with people. You determine the legal eligibility to social benefits and help guide people back to employment. That usually starts with getting their private life back in order.

But apart from that, the job is mostly bureaucratic and administrative. After 22 years, I saw myself sitting there and thought,

"Am I really going to do this for another ten years of my life?"

The answer was clear, and the Universe had already decided.

It was time.

Now, I'm in the middle of a phase of continuous growth. Small steps, different directions, sometimes a bit chaotic. I’m working on several things at once, and most of the time, my mind feels like a highway full of thoughts and emotions.

Is it ideal? No. Could I be more productive? Probably.

But I’m learning more and more to work with myself instead of against myself.

I’m not the most disciplined person, and that’s okay too. It gives me sence of freedome aswell. What I am: honest, in motion, and committed to figuring out what truly suits me. I’m still building. Still exploring.

And once more income starts to flow, there’ll also be more space to lean back, reflect, and fine-tune.

Until then?

I show up. Every day. As I am.

And maybe that’s what real progress looks like. ✨

And you know what? I took the leap.

From employee to entrepreneur.

Not everyone dares to take that path, but I did. And I’m proud of that.

After 30 years of working as an employee, operating within the rhythms and expectations of others, my brain didn’t just flip overnight.

It takes time, patience, and a lot of self-awareness to slowly transform that “employee mindset” into the spirit of an entrepreneur.

But honestly? That personal growth is so worth it.

It’s not only challenging, it’s actually a lot of fun.

Personal development means stepping out of your comfort zone.

So often, I would draw a circle in my client meetings, and then a smaller circle inside it, with arrows pointing outward.

That space outside? That’s the uncomfortable zone. And yes, it feels uncomfortable. That’s just human biology. In our world, we say:

"You have to get comfortable with being uncomfortable."

Too many people still have opinions about entrepreneurship, all from the comfort of their armchairs.

Today, I’m part of a beautiful, global organization focused on health and well-being.

It fits who I am, what I stand for, and where I want to grow.

Curious about my journey? Feel free to schedule a moment here:

👉 https://calendly.com/zinzinonetherlands/health-and-wellness-presentation

P.S.

The picture shows me working from my front porch. I live deep in the forest, in a house I built myself, using upcycled materials.

Will I receive your invitation while working here among the trees?

I’m looking forward to it.

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