Hi, I’m Betina
This is my story.
Hi, I’m Betina
This is my story.
Hi, I’m Betina
This is my story.
Maybe the journey isn’t so much about becoming anything. Maybe it’s about un-becoming everything that isn’t really you, so you can be who you were meant to be in the first place.
Maybe the journey isn’t so much about becoming anything. Maybe it’s about un-becoming everything that isn’t really you, so you can be who you were meant to be in the first place.
Maybe the journey isn’t so much about becoming anything. Maybe it’s about un-becoming everything that isn’t really you, so you can be who you were meant to be in the first place.
– Paulo Coelho
That quote is my life in a nutshell
That quote is my life in a nutshell
It’s been a journey from growing up in rural Denmark to studying and working in London and to having my own business, living in a suitcase. From a variety of hospitality jobs to a desk-bound corporate world to a self-employed nomadic life, I am living the life I was always meant to live; I just didn’t know it for quite a while.
I used to live a life that others and society expected of me, and having the right coach at the right time helped me break away from a life and a career that didn’t make me happy.
Now I am combining my purpose of supporting others to live more fulfilling and authentic lives, and my values of learn, serve, kindness, and inspiration with my passion for travel. It’s my dream come true!
It’s been a journey from growing up in rural Denmark to studying and working in London and to having my own business, living in a suitcase. From a variety of hospitality jobs to a desk-bound corporate world to a self-employed nomadic life, I am living the life I was always meant to live; I just didn’t know it for quite a while.
I used to live a life that others and society expected of me, and having the right coach at the right time helped me break away from a life and a career that didn’t make me happy.
Now I am combining my purpose of supporting others to live more fulfilling and authentic lives, and my values of learn, serve, kindness, and inspiration with my passion for travel. It’s my dream come true!
How it started
How it started
My career journey hasn’t followed a straight line. I didn’t climb the corporate ladder step by step, instead I leapt between a few ladders with additional education and skill building needed at times. Each jump brought its own set of challenges and lessons, but it showed me that there’s no ‘one way’ to build a meaningful career.
The major turning point came when I was at a crossroads in my life and enlisted the help of a life coach. It was eye opening. That self-discovery experience helped me reshape my personal and professional life and planted the seed for my own coaching journey. And at almost 40 years old, it gave me the courage to make an intentional career choice based on my authentic self for the first time!
My career journey hasn’t followed a straight line. I didn’t climb the corporate ladder step by step, instead I leapt between a few ladders with additional education and skill building needed at times. Each jump brought its own set of challenges and lessons, but it showed me that there’s no ‘one way’ to build a meaningful career.
The major turning point came when I was at a crossroads in my life and enlisted the help of a life coach. It was eye opening. That self-discovery experience helped me reshape my personal and professional life and planted the seed for my own coaching journey. And at almost 40 years old, it gave me the courage to make an intentional career choice based on my authentic self for the first time!
Becoming a coach
Becoming a coach
2020, a year that pushed many of us to reflect on what matters most. During the pandemic, I completed my coaching qualification and gained accreditation through IAPC&M. It was during this time I realised just how many people are struggling with career changes, some navigating uncertainty, others craving more fulfilment.
I know how daunting career choices can feel, because I’ve been there. But I also know how empowering they can be – and with the right support it’s much less overwhelming. So, I saw an opportunity to focus on career coaching, using my own experiences to guide others through their transitions.
2020, a year that pushed many of us to reflect on what matters most. During the pandemic, I completed my coaching qualification and gained accreditation through IAPC&M. It was during this time I realised just how many people are struggling with career changes, some navigating uncertainty, others craving more fulfilment.
I know how daunting career choices can feel, because I’ve been there. But I also know how empowering they can be – and with the right support it’s much less overwhelming. So, I saw an opportunity to focus on career coaching, using my own experiences to guide others through their transitions.
Why I love what I do
Why I love what I do
It's incredibly fulfilling to support both individuals and businesses in finding ways of reaching their goals and dreams.
There's nothing quite like seeing someone light up when they have that a-ha moment - whether they are learning something new or finding a career path that is authentically them.
And being able to do that whilst travelling and getting to know people and cultures across countries and continents is an absolute bonus - East Africa, the Caribbean or Antarctica, my wanderlust is totally fulfilled.
It's incredibly fulfilling to support both individuals and businesses in finding ways of reaching their goals and dreams.
There's nothing quite like seeing someone light up when they have that a-ha moment - whether they are learning something new or finding a career path that is authentically them.
And being able to do that whilst travelling and getting to know people and cultures across countries and continents is an absolute bonus - East Africa, the Caribbean or Antarctica, my wanderlust is totally fulfilled.
Let’s connect
Let’s connect
Your story is unique. Let’s explore how we can shape the next chapter together.
Your story is unique. Let’s explore how we can shape the next chapter together.
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