Searching my phone, I find the first appointment with Richard Suijkerbuijk on November 3, 2022. That so much could change in my life in eleven months...
In 2004, our company 'Meestersinhout' was created through friendship, craftsmanship and passion.
We have been working with great dedication and pleasure on kitchens, cupboards and everything we see for years. Memories of a carefree time that I cherish and what has been the foundation on which my life is now built.
Together with my wife Yassamin we have a beautiful family with three children aged four, nine and eleven years old. Next door, a growing company in which we now have twelve colleagues. I feel blessed to be part of all this, but as I get older the responsibility that comes with this is becoming increasingly palpable.
My role within 'Meestersinhout' has changed in recent years from an executive as a furniture maker on the shop floor to a leader with all the challenges this entails. Long days filled with work that mainly had to come from your head, while I was used to being physically busy. This made me feel my body changing. My strength flowed away and with it a piece of myself, of what I once was.
I also feel the urge to really be a father to my growing children. The most beautiful childhood memories I have are those where we 'just' spent time together. The feeling of security and trust. Being able to count on someone when necessary. That's what I want to be able to give to my family. I want to be there when they need me, now… but also to still make an impact in ten years' time.
During the valuable performance coaching with Richard, my goal became clear. I have to first get myself to who I want to be for my family and who I need to be within my business.
Eleven months ago I walked into Enforce after which I had a number of training sessions and discussions with Richard. Within a month I was paired with Collin who is still my master trainer to this day, a perfect match. During the first training sessions I felt insecure and was confronted with my physical condition. This was frustrating at times, but it strengthened me all the more to change it. The personal guidance and encouragement at the right times ensure that I go further than I ever thought I could go. Progression is the driving force that ensures that you persevere when things are tough and uncomfortable. The training is now a permanent part of my agenda. It takes time. I am no longer always available, but when I am working I am really there with all my attention and focus.
What I never anticipated was the enormous impact that these 180 minutes a week already have on my family. Since my wife Yassamin also started training, so much has changed for us in our relationship, but also in the relationship with our children. We look at nutrition differently, get up early, are energetic and have time to have breakfast together as a family. And most importantly: we look at each other again!
Greeting,
Ramon
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