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A Human-First Approach to Change
Where Technical Excellence Meets Human Connection
Working with both healthcare teams and tech organizations has taught me this: Successful change requires both clear direction and strong relationships. I help teams navigate complex transformations while building the connections they need to succeed.
Leadership Development
That Makes a Difference
From children's hospital leadership teams to tech company executives, I help leaders balance technical expertise with emotional intelligence. The result? Stronger teams, better decisions, and organizations that thrive through change.
Maintain sanity and building stability is the new leadership imperative in Tech. Discover what 40+ tech leaders shared with me about stability and success in a world of constant change.
How we can work together
I partner with organizations in Tech, Financial, Energy and Health sectors to make change work. My approach combines practical results with genuine attention to the human side of transformation.
Team Performance
Custom programs to help technical teams build stronger collaboration, enhance communication, and develop shared purpose. Each program is tailored to your team's unique challenges and goals.
Leadership Growth
Personalized support helping technical experts transition into confident people leaders while maintaining their technical credibility. Programs designed around your specific organizational context.
Change Navigation
Tailored guidance to help your organization navigate complex technical and cultural transformations. Approach adapted to your unique change challenges and team dynamics.
What Leaders Say
"Working with Geertruyt taught us how to maintain team cohesion while navigating constant change. Her impact on our organization has been transformative."
Tech Company Executive
"Geertruyt helped our leadership team find common ground during a challenging transformation. Her approach combines deep expertise with genuine care for people."
Education Organizational Leader
Embracing Neurodiversity in Leadership
Competitive advantage
Creating workplaces where all minds can thrive isn't just about inclusion—it's a competitive advantage.
With 20% of the population being neurodiverse, your organization already has minds that think differently. I help leaders create environments where diverse thinking styles become a source of innovation and strength.
For organizations
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Neurodiversity-aware leadership development
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Team communication strategies
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Workplace adaptation guidance
For leaders
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Understanding different thinking styles
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creating psychological safety
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Leveraging team diversity
