Machteld Verkerk: "I realized that nothing HAS to be done, and that I always have a choice. I became aware of my own role in my happiness in life and resigned as a teacher."
“I came into contact with Dynamisch Bureau through my previous employer. I was very unhappy at my job as a primary school teacher and that also had a big impact on my private life. To be honest, I didn’t like life anymore.
During the trajectory at Dynamisch Bureau, I gained insight into my talents and possible positions in which those talents could best be used. In addition, the conversations with my coach have shown me that I don’t HAVE to do anything, and that I always have a choice.
I became aware of my own role in my happiness at work and in life. I learned to feel what suits me and to choose that. In the end, I resigned, even though I forfeited all my rights.
Both through networking and applying for jobs, we managed to get back to work in time. I now work part-time as an office employee and as an independent web builder.
I feel much freer, happier and more balanced. I can now enjoy the moments when I don’t have to work, although it takes time to get used to that and learn to ‘get off the treadmill’.
My advice to others? If your work doesn’t feel right, stop as soon as possible, don’t keep muddling through and wasting precious years as a result. Live your dreams and do what feels right. Use your own unique talents as much as possible, to make both the world and yourself richer.”