What is the best thing that I love about my work? Imagination is very important. I have unlimited possibilities of expression and communication through images
various materials and media. Art is for me resource and change.
What is my idea of perfect happiness? Happiness for me is resume in the word “live”, authentic way of living, love and appreciate what I have being in connection with others,
What is my greatest fear? To live without boldness, limited from fears
What is the trait that I most deplore in myself? Sometime I’m iperctric with myself.
Which living persons in my profession do i most admire? I value Cecily Brown and Paula Scher.
What is my greatest extravagance? Buy more books than many I really could read.
On what occasion would I lie? Never, I hate lies, only to save someone’s life.
What is the thing that I dislike the most in my work? I’d like to have more confidence.
When and where was I the happiest, in my work? I feel good when I stay in my studio, my work has no time and space or when I meet people for new projects.
If I could, what would I change about myself? I would be much more in the present, here and now, my thoughts often fly away.
What is my greatest achievement in work? I don’t think of a specific achievement, I would never stop and grow up day by day.
Where would I most like to live? Parigi, in a second life.
What is my most treasured possession? My family
What is my most marked characteristic? I’ve an empatic and intuitive personality.
What is my most inspirational location, in my city? The cathedral on the sea in Trani, I relax and enjoy myself looking beautiful sunsets.
What is my favourite place to eat and drink, in my city? Padre bio, but I like always to change.
What books influenced my life and how? Siddartha by Herman Hesse and Elective Affinities by Goethe. These books helped me to start an introspective resource.
Who are my favorite writers? Classical writers.
You Only Die Once. What music would I listen on my last day? Teardrop by Massive Attack, I love its emotional intensity.
Who are my heroes and heroines in real life? Confident people that believe in their goals and that have a positive approch to life.
Which movie would i recommend to see once in a lifetime? The Truman Show.
What role plays art in my life and work? I need art, it’s a way to change, to comunicate what I live, I see and think .
Who is my greatest fan, sponsor, partner in crime? My greatest supporter is my sister, she also loves art and she deals with cultural heritage
Whom would I like to work with in 2019/2020? I’d like to meet many friendly and positive people.
Which people in my profession would i love to meet in 2019/2020? I would like to collaborate with other artists, and professionals to put down new project work and grow up with my artistic career.
What project, in 2019/2020, am I looking forward to work on? I’m looking forward to work on many new project, it’s a surprise!
Where can you see me or my work in 2019/2020?
You can visit my web site https://graziapalumbo89.wixsite.com/graziapalumbo/contact
Linkedin https://it.linkedin.com/in/grazia-palumbo-3b389078
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/graziapalumb/?hl=it
What do the words “Passion Never Retires” mean to me? Passion is a fundamental ingredient to do well, to have success, it is what drives me to persist in my work
although downs.
Which creative heroes should Peter invite to tell their story?
Rossella di benedetto
Sara Fiorella Abbadessa
Laura Santomauro
Natalija Dimitrijevic
How can you contact me?
You can write me an e-Mail to: graziapalumbo89@hotmail.it
Linkedin profile https://it.linkedin.com/in/grazia-palumbo-3b389078
Instagram profile https://www.instagram.com/graziapalumb/?hl=it
Here follows a message of Peter de Kuster, founder of The Heroine’s Journey
Are you a creative leader or creative professional looking to develop your business skills and storytelling?
Amidst today’s uncertainty, it is more important than ever to reconnect with yourself and others, develop your creative business, and build your story. Dive deep into your unique business style and areas for growth with the coaching of Peter de Kuster.
IS THE HEROINE’S JOURNEY COACHING FOR YOU?
You are a creative leader or creative professional who is interested in developing yourself, your business, and your story.
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You are aware that there are no quick fixes. Learning is a journey that works when you are fully committed to it. Coaching can bring awareness and help you navigate, but in the end it’s you who is in charge of your growth.
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You want to learn more about how to resource yourself, learn about blind spots, and get feedback.
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You are curious and want to engage in online learning.
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You are motivated to work in-between sessions on yourself (e.g. working on homework assignments that will help you develop new storytelling, skills, and behaviors).
WHAT’S YOUR COACHING QUESTION?
The Heroine’s Journey Coaching is all about your development. To make the most out of your sessions, we ask you to prepare topics to work on with Peter. These topics can serve as a starting point for further in-depth exploration with Peter.
These coaching topics typically resonate with the creative leaders Peter works with:
How can i tell the most powerful story possible about myself and my creative business?
How can I handle self promotion and marketing of my creative business better?
How do can I stay authentic and with focus when having difficult conversations with potential clients?
What are my creative values and how do I align these with my business values?
How can I manage my time and energy better?
How can I radiate confidence to my clients while feeling anxious inside?
How can I steer myself towards creative excellence without becoming rigid?
About Peter de Kuster
Peter de Kuster is the founder of The Heroine’s Journey & Hero’s Journey project, a storytelling firm which helps creative professionals to create careers and lives based on whatever story is most integral to their lives and careers (values, traits, skills and experiences). Peter’s approach combines in-depth storytelling and marketing expertise, and for over 20 years clients have found it effective with a wide range of creative business issues.
Peter is writer of the series The Heroine’s Journey and Hero’s Journey books, he has an MBA in Marketing, MBA in Financial Economics and graduated at university in Sociology and Communication Sciences.
PRICING
The Heroine’s Journey Coaching online sessions last 50 minutes and the fee is Euro 189 excluding VAT per session. The Heroine’s Journey Coaching is suitable for people at any stage in their career.
FAQ
Who can sign up for The Heroine’s Journey online coaching?
Creative leaders and creative professionals who wish to improve their business story and develop their business skills and mindset.
Should I choose 1:1 coaching?
Our The Heroine’s Journey experiences in world cities allow you to learn not only from the coach but also from your peers. For the small group coaching (1 – 4 people), we have selected important, relevant topics that we find regularly come up for creative professional: purpose, storytelling, creative confidence, self promotion, time & money and resilience.
If you would prefer to work alone or on a different topic, individual coaching is a better fit for you.
What language do we speak in the coaching sessions?
English.
Can I buy coaching for my organization?
Yes, you can! We support many organizations around the world with their coaching needs. Please contact us for more information.
Can I bring my own topics?
Yes, for individual coaching you get to choose your own topic.
Are coaching sessions confidential?
Yes. Peter will not share anything that is discussed in the coaching sessions.
Where will the coaching sessions take place?
Sessions will take place online (as per the times we live in) via an online tool like Zoom or Skype. Peter will let you know.
How do I sign up?
Send Peter a mail to theherojourneyquestionnaires@gmail.com to start booking your coaching sessions.
How do I pay?
After you send the mail, you will receive an email with a link to pay.
How do I book and reschedule sessions?
Once we’ve received your payment, Peter will contact you and book your coaching sessions. He will also support you with rescheduling sessions if needed.
What is your cancellation policy?
Individual coaching sessions can be postponed up to one week before the session.
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