Finish each work day knowing you made a difference.

You care deeply about what’s happening in the world. But despite your hard work to change things, it feels like you’re not achieving enough.

  • You feel unfulfilled despite your fulfilling mission

  • You’re frustrated about the lack of action around you

  • Your moral compass feels like a burden

  • Improving skills has made little difference

Is something in you calling for a deeper exploration - to become effective while experiencing peace of mind?

book a free session with me

We’ll talk about your current challenges, practical or personal, and whether the Smart Activist is a good fit for you.

Welcome!

The Smart Activist offers personal leadership development for people dedicated to changing the system. The work is designed to link self-awareness, compassion and inner wisdom, to practical actions for your mission.

The guiding principle here is that you do not need more skills to be more effective.

You will discover where your ‘Impact Sweet Spot’ lies and how to be there for the world without losing yourself.

Transformative inner work for outward action:

  • coaching sessions

    Direct 1-1 support to get you back on track, providing a safe space to reflect on your specific issue and how to resolve it.

  • your impact sweet spot

    Career coaching with a twist - discover where you make the difference to serve your mission effectively.

  • The full programme

    A 6-module transformative journey for those who want to dive into all the essential aspects of life as a changemaker.

When you face the things you cannot change 
you become great at changing the things you can.
  • 'I was working for the right cause but somehow I couldn’t find my place it that. It exhausted me. The programme was like a scaffolding to help me face some discomfort and clear up what was getting in the way. I also learned how my own life experiences, besides my practical skills, are valuable to the world too. That was very empowering.'

    Colette van der Minne, Transition Facilitator Sustainability

  • ”I have always loved my work, but I’d come to an impasse, struggling to find the best way to make a valuable contribution. The one-to-one sessions with Ania brought to the forefront where my priorities lie, including some issues I hadn’t realised were important to me – what a surprise! It helped me clarify the steps needed to meaningfully move forward.”

    — Mandi Stark, Director/Producer and Wildlife Filmmaker

  • “Ania showed deep interest with a quest for compassion and understanding. Our process fueled my strength to speak about racism to an important audience.”

    — Jérome Mottas, Product manager Ingka Group

  • ”During our sessions I get excited and energised, experiencing many "aha" moments. The insights helped me to integrate theory in my day-to-day work.”

    — Happy Mwende Kinyile, Co-executive Director Mama Cash

  • “Ania’s questions brought me to the essence and I felt very much at ease in working with her.”

    — Marieke Schatteleijn, TV presenter and conservationist

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