What is the best thing that I love about my work? – The result. I like the process too, especially when I’m one to one with my models, and there is no one else to disturb. And sometime it happens…
What is the trait that I most deplore in myself? I have many things I deplore in myself. Some of them is that I’m not very tolerant to people in general. Sometime I also like to argue, although, I’m not so sure if it’s a flaw or no…
What is my greatest extravagance? Unfortunately, I don’t really have something extravagance in me. I’m quite simple and ordinary person, and i’m not tend to do anything strange…unless I’m drunk, of course 🙂
On what occasion would I lie? To be honest, I’m not totally believe in an absolutely honesty. I suppose, that even the most honest people can tell a lie, if they need it for some reasons, or to solve some situations. May be a lie in a joking way, raffle… Sometime it’s hard to tell someone the truth, and sometime someone shouldn’t know the truth. In this cases I would lie. Otherwise I trying to tell the truth.
Where would I most like to live? Russia, Moscow. And if that would be impossible, that would have been Paris. I love this city too much.
What books influenced my life and how? Oh, I like that question 🙂 I love to read! My love for literature started with “The name of the Rose”, I was 14 when I have read it. Books formed some of my views on this life, I hope I became a better person…or smarter at least 🙂 Some of my favorite writers is Kurt Vonnegut, Mark Twain, Alan Sillitoe, Keith Waterhouse, Evelyn Waugh, Anton Chekhov, Brodsky, Evtushenko.
What movie would I recommend to watch once in a lifetime? Probably, “The sky above Berlin”, and not just once 🙂
You Only Die Once. What music would I listen on my last day? I’m not sure if I would be in the mood for music, ahah ) but perhaps that would have been Chopin..joking, of course:) Earlier, I would pick something from Metallica, but now I just don’t know.. –
Which living persons in my profession do i most admire? I admire Peter Lindbergh the most. He was truly a genius person.
Who is my greatest fan, sponsor, partner in crime? As of an artist ? For now I only dream that one day some of those persons would appear ))
What do the words “Passion Never Retires” mean to me? – I wish those words would have been truth.
Whom would I like to work with in 2019/2020? Oh, so many great companies, magazines and agencies that I would wish to work with so it’s even hard to say… Well, for example, such model agencies as IMG Models DNA Models Silent agency and such magazines as Vulkan magazine, LUCY’S Magazine, Nylon Magazine, C-heads, The last magazine, One magazine…
Where can people contact me? You can find and contact me here @fotollio
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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