10 years of self-employment – what a journey and milestone to reach

Michael Casparij is celebrating 10 years as an independent consultant in leadership and culture. A look back at the journey, the lessons learned, and the people.
You don’t see the world as it is, but as you are

Do you know when a conversation ends with us talking past each other because we see the world through completely different lenses? That we find ourselves in a situation where we explain and defend ourselves and find it difficult to agree to disagree? Then welcome to the herd, because you’re not alone. In many of […]
Take the time now to strengthen your company culture. In reflection and curiosity lies the answer

These days, Denmark is opening up again. We are entering a “new everyday life” after a period that has offered “new” conditions and, for most of us, a very different working day. We have already formed new habits. Let’s use this time to become aware of – and stick to – the good habits and […]
3,285 days (or 9 years) as self-employed

Last Sunday it was 3,285 days (or 9 years) since I took the leap into self-employment 🥳… Not that I quite understand where the time has gone, but it must be because I have found fulfillment in what I do. It’s been 3,285 days of personal and professional “education” that I can’t imagine I could […]
7 years (self-employed) – so you know a thing or two

On May 1, 2013 I jumped into the adventure of self-employment. 7 years have flown by and have taught me so much. “7 years… you know a thing or two”, it was said in the movie “The Only One” – but what do you know? May 1st flew by like so many other working days […]
The sun shines (also) on the other side

On a run (alone) in the woods the other morning, I came to one of my favorite places in Hellebæk, close to where I live. There’s the most beautiful bridge over Kobberdammen, and the sun was rising so nicely on the other side. In this corona time, it made me realize that no matter what, […]
Are your habits getting in the way of your goals and ambitions?

When was the last time you thought about your habits? A simple question that for many seems difficult to answer. Because when do we actually do that? When implementing culture, strategy and unique customer experiences, I often use habits as an important element to get employees and managers to stop and take stock. What are […]