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Interpersonal effectiveness (online training)
This interactive training, in which we focus on strategic effective communication, is important for anyone who wants to further develop their leadership skills. Start May 4, 2023.
Moderator Round table conference HRDC
Human Rights Defense Curaçao organized their second strategic round table discussion and I was excited to be the moderator during this event.
Management development program Public Prosecutor’s Office Curaçao
We are already halfway through the Management Development (MD) program that Creating Milestones provides for a part of the Public Prosecutor’s Office Curaçao.
Creating Milestones wins Kuki-award 2022
We are beyond excited!
Column “Slakkengang”
Today my column “Slakkengang” was published on the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
Vision board workshop-the last one
All good things come to an end….
First lunch female leaders
Courageous conversations, self-awareness and vulnerability. Those were important elements of our first FutureWomen X Curaçao lunch…
Column “Happy New Fear”
Today my column “Happy New Fear” was published on the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
Happy new year!
As this year (and thus the holiday season) is coming to an end, we want to wish you a new year filled with beautiful milestones…
Vision to mission workshop- January 2023
We are back with our Vision to mission 2023 workshop! After 3 years, Creating Milestones is finally back with its annual kick-off vision board workshop.
Kingdom conference on poverty eradication
Yesterday, the ombudsman institutes of our Kingdom joined forces and organized the very first Kingdom conference ever on the subject of poverty in the Caribbean part of the Kingdom.
Column “Nieuwe dimensies”
Today my column “Nieuwe dimensies” was published on the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
Six years Creating milestones
Today is a beautiful day: Six years Creating Milestones!!! What an interesting ride it has been!! Thank You…
Collaboration UNLOQ Creating Milestones
Excited to be a part of the Kooyman B.V. management development journey.
Column “10-10 Em-blamage”
Today my column “10-10 Em-blamage” was published on the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
World Mental Health day
Last year Arthur Nivillac and Raily Wawoe of Optima Arbodienst Curaçao and Creating Milestones provided a free webinar named Leadership and mental health (in light of the pandemic).
Future Women X-global platform for female leaders
I am honored to have been nominated and invited to become part of the exclusive international FutureWomen X platform for global female leaders.
SLII leadership training Kooyman Curaçao
Recently, Creating Milestones provided a training to a group of managers to enhance their leadership skills. They wanted to learn skills to lead…
Completion GSH leadership development trajectory
Recently, the 4-month leadership and team development trajectory with Gi-Ro Settlement Holding (GSH) has been completed. We evaluated the trajectory and it turned out…
Column “Mediocre is zo 2018”
Today my column “Mediocre is zo 2018″ was published on the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
Column “Cadeautjes”
Today my column “Cadeautjes” was published on the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
Column “Geestverruiming”
Today my column “Geestverruiming” was published on the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
Interview for column: Mpowermen Curaçao
For over a year now I have been writing the column “Bericht uit Curaçao” for the Dutch online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties.nl.
Collaboration Creating Milestones and hypnotherapist
Creating milestones been providing coaching trajectories to many professionals for the last couple of years now. The challenges during the sessions differ from how to lead more effectively…
SLII Experience™ training-GSH Curaçao
Last week we finished our final leadership training in the leadership development and team development trajectory of GSH in Curaçao: The SLII Experience™.
Column “Prioriteiten”
Today my column “Prioriteiten” (Priorities) was published on the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
Training “Leadership for beginners” TOP program Bonaire
It was great to be able to provide the training “Leadership for beginners” to participants of the Talent Development Program (TOP) on Bonaire!
Identifying your core qualities
Identifying your core qualities. Such a powerful tool when it comes to leadership development! The participants in this leadership development trajectory…
Online session with Van Eps law firm
Congratulations VANEPS on your 85-year anniversary! This is such a huge milestone. I am honored to have been invited to facilitate…
Column “#KTD?”
Today my column “#KTD?” was published on the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
Interpersonal effectiveness (online training)
This interactive training, in which we focus on strategic effective communication, is important for anyone who wants to further develop their leadership skills. Start March 24, 2022.
Operant conditioning exercise with ADC executives
When it comes to leadership development and influence, people often think of effective communication. Although being able to influence others of course is essential, there are many more #leadershipskills……..
GI-RO Settlement Holding (GSH) chooses Creating Milestones as partner
We are very proud that GI-RO Settlement Holding (GSH) chose Creating Milestones as their partner to work together during this #trajectory that focuses on (personal) leadership development of all employees……
Column published in newspaper (Antilliaans Dagblad)
I am so excited that my column “Talentverspilling” was published once more in the newspaper Antilliaans Dagblad.
Column “Talentverspilling”
Today my column “Talentversplling” (Waste of talent) was published on the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
First time published in a book
Today the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties celebrates its one year anniversary! As a gift for all readers, a book has been compiled in which the columns of all columnists of the six islands of the former Dutch Antilles are bundled.
Happy Holidays!
Enjoy the Holiday season and stay safe and healthy!!!
Column “Grote schoonmaak”
Today my column “Grote schoonmaak” was published on the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
Leadership Development Workshop for OMCarib
I am excited that OM Carib decided to include leadership development into their curriculum during their OMCarib Academy, which focusses on training and development of its employees from St. Maarten, Curaçao and de BES islands.
Column published in newspaper (Antilliaans Dagblad)
It was such an honor and a challenge when I was asked to write columns for the Dutch online platform Dossier Kingdom Relations. Another step “out of my comfort zone”.
Leadership Development Workshop for Coordinators
Who said online workshops can’t be interactive and fun? Caribglobal Data Services B.V. is aware of the fact that effective leadership is imperative during any project.
Column “Schoenmaker blijf bij je leest”
Today my column “Schoenmaker blijf bij je leest” was published on the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
5-year celebration of Creating Milestones
Creating Milestones 5-year celebration! So excited about this milestone. Especially in the pandemic, a lot of organizations did not survive.
Column “Internet kun je niet eten”
Today my column “Kweekvijver” was published on the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
Podcast mini series (collaboration with radio Paradise FM Curaçao)
Did you already hear the new podcast mini series on radio Paradise FM Curaçao? They will be aired the upcoming weeks each Monday at 6.15 pm, 103.1 FM.
Column “Kweekvijver”
Today my column “Kweekvijver” was published on the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
Online masterclass Interpersonal effectiveness
For whom? Executives, HR professionals, project managers and ambitious professionals. This online masterclass starts September 16,
Wrap up previous online masterclass Interpersonal effectiveness
Last month we wrapped up another great online masterclass. It was once more a personal journey…
Online training schedule September-December 2021
Please find below the online training schedule for our masterclasses in September-December 2021
Ken Blanchard report: 2021 trend, Learning and developing in a COVID world
Ken Blanchard Companies™, one of the worlds most renowned leadership development institutes conducted a survey among 1000…
Column “Purpose en nalatenschap”
Today my column “Purpose en nalatenschap” (“Purpose and legacy”) was published on the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
Webinar Leadership and mental health
Yesterday we, Optima Curacao and Creating Milestones, offered the free webinar Leadership and mental health in a “full house”.
Free webinar Leadership and mental health (Papiamentu)
Creating Milestones organizes the webinar Leadership and Mental Health in collaboration with Optima Curacao.
Column “Kanta Hélele”
I got inspired by singer and songwriter Izaline Calister from Curaçao to write todays column….
Free SLII™ ebook: Are you a directive or supportive leader?
Ken Blanchard Companies™ is one of the leading institutes worldwide when it comes to leadership development.
Article “Raising your energy and keeping a balanced mind”
Recently I have written an article for Entrepreneur Caribbean magazine.
Column on Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties.nl
Today my column “Geen Ponche Krema meer” (“No more Ponche Krema”) was published on the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
Article LinkedIn (Three differences introverts-extraverts)
Recently I have written and article on LinkedIn about three differences (and tips) between introverts and extroverts within the workplace that many people are not aware of.
Creating Milestones international online training platform for leadership development
It is nice to notice that Creating Milestones has developed into an international online training platform where professionals from various countries come together to further develop their leadership skills…
Online Masterclass (Dutch) Interpersonal Effectiveness
We will start on May 26, 2021 with this interactive online masterclass. Make sure you do not miss it.
Online Masterclass “Building Resilience” (in Dutch)
This new online masterclass commences May 11, 2021.
Column on Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties.nl
Today I would like to share my first column for the online platform Dossier Koninkrijksrelaties (in Dutch).
Workshop Rotaract Club of Curaçao “Core Values”
Recently during our second workshop with members of the Rotaract Club of Curaçao we discussed “Core values”.
Workshop 2 Leo Club of Curaçao
Recently members of the Leo Club Curaçao attended the second interactive workshop on personal leadership.
Online Masterclass (Dutch) Interpersonal Effectiveness for (senior) managers
Due to the success of the previous online masterclass, we have decided to offer this online masterclass once more and will start on Thursday March 18.
Webinar Generation Management (Dutch)
Due to the importance of this subject for our islands, we have decided to offer this webinar in Dutch as well on March 6 to reach as many people as possible.
Webinar Generation Management (Papiamentu)
Target group: lower, middle and top management, HR professionals, ambitious professionals.
Online Masterclass (Dutch) Interpersonal Effectiveness for (senior) managers
On January 28, 2021 we start with our first online masterclass (in Dutch) Interpersonal effectiveness for (senior) managers!
Happy New Year! -Online training-
Happy New Year! May 2021 become the year you’ve designed it to be!
Article “De kracht van authentiek leiderschap” (Dutch)
Coaching Magazine, the magazine for managers and directors of Aruba and Curaçao. has been published online again!
Happy Holidays!
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Vision board workshop January 2021 postponed
Every since establishing Creating Milestones, our vision board workshop has always been THE kick off of the new year for us.
Workshop Rotaract Club of Curaçao
Thank you Rotaract Club of Curaçao for having me!
Workshop Leo Club Curaçao
The new normal: facilitating an interactive leadership development workshop online for the future #leaders of #curacao!
Impression webinar Generation Management (Suriname)
It was really great to be able to offer the Generation Management webinar yesterday!
Webinar Generation Management (Suriname)
We would like to invite you to the first i4HR webinar (in collaboration with Creating Milestones).
Fourth anniversary Creating Milestones
Today is the 4th anniversary of Creating Milestones! What an honor it is to have been able to…
Results coaching trajectory
This photo shows a client (coachee) during her final coaching session while she is doing an exercise.
Article Entrepreneur Business Magazine Q3 2020
Entrepreneur Caribbean Business Magazine Q3 2020 is available now (online and hard copy). I have also contributed with an article on generation management.
Safety measures
Leadership development trajectories and coaching is what we do and what we love. Just love the interaction and be a witness of the personal development of the participants.
Online Coaching sessions
Even though I still prefer the live one-on-one sessions, digital platforms provided the opportunity to continue coaching my clients during and after the lockdown…
Coaching Magazine: article “Leiderschap in crisistijd”
Coaching Magazine, the magazine for managers and directors in Curacao and Aruba, has been published again and it is filled with interesting interviews and articles.
#Digidame van de week (#digilady of the week)
Thank you, Cynthia Telting, of DigiDames for inviting me to do an interview (in Dutch) as #digidame van de week (digilady of the week) #DDVDW.
Training effective communication Bonaire
Gosh, It feels like months ago that I visited Bonaire and it has only been 2,5 weeks ago. Two and a half weeks ago there were no confirmed Covid-19 infections and free air traffic in Curacao.
Certified instructor Situational Leadership/ Channel partner Ken Blanchard companies™
I am very proud to announce that I became a certified instructor on the Situational Leadership program last week in Atlanta and Creating Milestones became a proud channel partner of Ken Blanchard companies™.
Certified instructor for the SOCIAL STYLE & Versatility™ program
I am very happy to let you know that I certified as an instructor for the SOCIAL STYLE & Versatility™ program and am now a part of the Tracom valued partners network.
Impression Vision board workshop January 2020
So we kicked off 2020 with our vision board workshop!
Happy Holidays
Thank you for your trust in 2019!
Bonaire-Save the dates
Managers and directors, we are coming to Bonaire in 2020!
Leadership development trajectory Aruba-Senior management
It was such a pleasure to work with the senior management team from a renowned bank in Aruba 🇦🇼 during their leadership development trajectory.
Vision Board workshop Focus, Fun and Creativity: January 11, 2020
Yesss, we are in the final month of 2019, so 2020 is just around the corner! Would you like to visualize your goals for 2020 in a creative way and in a quiet inspiring place?
Article-Generation management (in Dutch)
I have exciting news that I would like to share: I have written my first article(ever)!
Leadership development trajectories Curacao-Senior management
Recently we finished up two leadership development trajectories of two senior management groups of a renowned bank in Curacao.
Collaboration in Bonaire-distribution certificate
It was an amazing experience to have been able to work this week in Bonaire…
Creating Milestones 3 years
Just like that 3 years have passed since Creating Milestones was established on November 1 2016.
Aruba-Save the dates
Managers and directors, we are coming your way in 2020!
Leadership workshop-Young Professionals DCAA
Did you know Curacao has its own beer brewery? And it is delicious!
First leadership development trajectory in Aruba
This is such a milestone for Creating Milestones.
Results of leadership development trajectory-middle management
Yesterday was the last session of the leadership trajectory of this group of managers.
Leadership development trajectory-Phase 1 completed (middle management)
Recently we finished up the first phase with this group of middle managers (a few are missing in the pic) of their leadership development trajectory.
Interview radio show “Trabou tin” Radio Z-86, Curaçao
This picture with the team of the radio show “Trabou tin” was taken this morning after the radio show aired at radio Z-86 in Curaçao.
Leadership development trajectory-Phase 1 completed (senior management)
During a challenging change trajectory Transformation may take time, but ultimately it leads to change. Leadership development is a process, not a sprint!
Interview TV Direct-Generations and leadership
The impact of younger generations in our work force should not be underestimated.
Guest speaker HR Netwerk Curaçao event-generation management
It was such a pleasant experience to share information on the topics generation management, millennials and leadership development with the members of the HR Netwerk Curaçao…
Interview Radio Hoyer 1-Angelo Virginie
It was very nice to be able to discuss leadership, emotional intelligence and milliennials with Angelo Virginie at Radio Hoyer this morning.
Cross-Corporate™ Exclusive Masterclass: “Effective Situational Leadership for (Senior) Managers” (June 2019)
During the Cross-Corporate™ Exclusive Masterclass: “Effective Situational Leadership for (Senior) Managers” (June 2019) you will learn about, discuss and apply the following tools: Situational leadership (various leadership styles), emotional intelligence, non-verbal communication.
Results 6-month leadership development trajectory
Recently we finalized an inhouse leadership development trajectory of 6 months in which we focused on the development of situational leadership, emotional intelligence and non-verbal communication skills, with a management group of a prominent bank organization in Curacao.
We offer a new service! -Team building for management teams-
We are so excited to inform you that we officially added a new service: Team building for Management Teams.
Team building days for management team ministry of BPD
Recently we wrapped up the team building days with the management team of the ministry of BPD.
Guest speaker ENNIA event
Last week I was invited as one of the guest speakers to discuss how you can increase your chances drastically to achieve your set goals.
Cross-Corporate™ Masterclass: “Interpersonal Effectiveness for (Senior) Managers”-March 2019
We are happy to see that Curacao, Bonaire and St Maarten are developing in leadership and strategic effective communication!
For more then two years now Creating Milestones is the organization that activates and certifies managers on all levels, and directors, in the Caribbean on strategic effective communication, influence, (situational) leadership and emotional intelligence.
Personal handover certificate
This feeling never gets old!
#handover #authentic #certificate
Impression Vision Board workshop, January 12, 2019
Last Saturday we kicked 2019 off with our yearly Vision board workshop.
Happy Holidays!
Time flies when you are having fun! And fun we had this year once more while working together with you!
Vision Board workshop Focus, Fun and Creativity: January 12, 2019
For the third time in a row we would like to invite you to the Vision Board workshop: Focus, Fun and Creativity 2019 on Saturday January 12, 2019!
Team building Management Team Ministry of BPD
Creating Milestones is very honoured for being invited to develop, guide and facilitate the team building day yesterday for the management team of the ministry of BPD in Curacao.
Training Schedule Masterclasses January-June 2019
The training schedule on our Masterclasses for January-June 2019 is here. Please take note and save the date(s)! More details will be announced during the upcoming months.
Last session Masterclass Interpersonal Effectiveness August 2018
Last week we had our last session of our Masterclass “Interpersonal Effectiveness for (Senior) Managers”. Who said learning has to be boring???
Wrapping up Masterclass Situational Leadership June 2018
Recently we wrapped up the Masterclass “Situational Leadership for (Senior) Managers”. It was such a pleasure for me once more to train another group on this subject.
Interview TV Direct on morning show “Mainta”-Situational Leadership (June 2018)
Always nice to discuss leadership with Jo-Anne.
#TVDirect #interview #situationalleadership #leadershipdevelopment #comingup #emotionalintelligence #nonverbalcommunication #masterclass #donotmiss
Distribution certificates Masterclass Interpersonal Effectiveness
It was a joyous moment to distribute the certificates for this Masterclass. As it is well known by now, Creating Milestones stands for quality and is very serious about distributing the certificates. Once you have registered and started participating, it is mandatory to attend all sessions to be able to receive your certificate.
Cross-Corporate™ Exclusive Masterclass: “Interpersonal Effectiveness for (Senior) Managers”
Dear (senior) managers and directors,
Are you planning to visit Curacao for the amazing Curacao North Sea Jazz Festival on August 30, 31 and September 1, 2018? Well then, we suggest that you make it a combined stay! Lets make it, besides, an out-of-this world musical experience, also a strategic learning experience!
Cross-Corporate™ Exclusive Masterclass: “Effective Situational Leadership for (Senior) Managers”
Once more we offer the Cross-corporate™ Exclusive Masterclass: “Effective Situational Leadership for (Senior) Managers” (June 2018). Learn contemporary leadership methods and exchange experiences with your fellow managers/directors!
Timeline Cross-corporate™ Masterclasses 2018
I wish everybody an amazing week, Bon siman! I would like to inform you about our Cross-corporate™ Masterclasses (open registration) being offered in 2018.
Interview Radio Hoyer 1-Show Armando Huerta (Papiamentu)
In the studio this morning for an interview with Armando Huerta at Radio Hoyer 1 on the Exclusive Masterclass “Interpersonal Effectiveness for (Senior) Managers”.
Interview TVDirect morning show “Mainta” (Papiamentu)-MBTI/NLP
This morning I explained during an interview in the tv show “Mainta” at TVDirect why it is imperative that (senior) managers on our islands also learn contemporary communication techniques like MBTI and NLP that are used worldwide nowadays to communicate more effectively with their employees.
Table Talks 2018: Growth in Governance
Last week I was invited to participate as a part of the facilitator team during the Table Talks 2018 where the subject “Growth in governance” was discussed by various stakeholders on Curacao.
Exclusive Masterclass “Interpersonal Effectiveness for (Senior) Managers”
Due to its succes last year (it was rated with an average of 8.6 out of 10) we decided to offer this Exclusive Masterclass once more. But this time, instead of 1,5 days, we have extended it to 2,5 days! Make sure you do not miss this chance to master your communication strategies.
MBTI Certified
This is what a happy person looks like that has passed all her certification exams!
Impression of Vision Board workshop January 13, 2018
We were very happy that once more a great group of people attended our yearly Vision board workshop. This group rated the workshop on average a 8.7 (out of 10).
Guardian Event January 12, 2018
Today is a very special day for me, because I was invited to give a speech at a Guardian event at the Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort Curacao.
Interview TV Direct on morning show “Mainta”-Achieving NY resolutions
Thank you Jo-Anne and Carlton for inviting me this morning to discuss ways that can help you achieve your New Years resolutions.
Vision board workshop January 13 2018: Focus, Fun and Creativity
We are very excited to announce that we will offer our yearly Vision Board Workshop again on Saturday January 13, 2018! Last years participants were all very excited. They rated the workshop with an average of 8.5 (out of 10).
Impression of Masterclass Effective Situational Leadership for (Senior) Managers
We just finished the first part of the Masterclass “Effective Situational Leadership for (Senior) managers”. The group consisted once more of amazing managers and directors who want to improve their leadership and communication skills (by also applying NLP tools) and become the best in what they do.
Interview TV Direct on morning show “Mainta”-Situational Leadership
Leadership is all about inspiring, empowering, change and behavior. Leadership combined with excellent management skills is the ultimate combination to success!
Creating Milestones first organization in private sector to become HA certified Business Advisor
Curacao and Creating Milestones on the map! As you can read in the different attached press releases Creating Milestones is the first organization in the private sector in Curacao to attend the Hospitality Assured (HA) program, facilitated by the Caribbean Tourism Organization.
Impression of Masterclass Interpersonal Effectiveness for (Senior) Managers
De Exclusive Masterclass “Interpersonal Effectiveness for (Senior) Managers” has been a huge succes thanks to our very enthusiastic participants. This Masterclass has been evaluated with a grade of 8,6 (out of 10).
Interview on CBA Television Masterclass Interpersonal Effectiveness (Dutch)
Interview on CBA television with Glenn H.S. Weisz to discuss the Exclusive Masterclass “Interpersonal effectiveness for senior managers”, Creating Milestones and communication.
Interview on CBA Television Masterclass Interpersonal Effectiveness (Papiamentu)
Interview on CBA television during the evening news (Notisia) with Raquel Weisz to discuss the Exclusive Masterclass “Interpersonal effectiveness for senior managers”, Creating Milestones and communication.
Impression of training leadership and communication
Meanwhile during a leadership and communication training provided by Creating Milestones at a child daycare center… I dare you: Think Out of the box! Learning should be serious and fun!
[Blog] Politici als voorbeeld voor de bevolking of juist andersom?
De afgelopen weken heb ik meerdere malen het gezegde ‘E kuchu a korta’mi’ –het mes heeft mij gesneden- gelezen op social media in het kader van de politieke ontwikkelingen op ons eiland. Tevens heb ik een zeer interessante blog van Elodie Eloise gelezen, genaamd ‘het mes heeft mij gesneden’, waarin de link wordt gelegd tussen de huidige ontstane politieke situatie en het nemen van de verantwoordelijkheid hierin door de politiek. Of liever gezegd: het gebrek hieraan.
[Blog] Curaçao, waar blijven wij?
Neuro-linguïstisch programmeren, beter bekend als NLP, is op Curaçao nog een onbekend fenomeen. Wereldwijd wordt deze methodiek omarmd om communicatie en gedrag te verbeteren. In NLP wordt gekeken naar de wijze waarop wij de wereld waarnemen, hoe wij hierop reageren, en de manier waarop wij dit vervolgens kunnen verbeteren. Bewustwording en wijziging van bepaalde gedragspatronen en effectieve communicatie zijn hierin belangrijke elementen.