What is the best thing that I love about my work?
Hi! My name is Marie Louise Denti and I’m a presentation designer and speaker coach for executives. I think that good communication makes for a better way to work. I love making a change in the communication between companies, executives and coworkers.
What is my idea of happiness?
I like walking and exploring the world, near or far landscapes. I live in one of the most beautiful countries in the world, Italy, big mountains and deep blue seas. So a sunny day outdoors with my family (my husband and my daughter) hiking in the woods or on the beach is my idea of happiness.
What is my greatest fear?
Oh! In this period there is Coronavirus crisis so I often think about the health of my loved ones and mine.
What is the trait that I most deplore in myself?
I’m a hardworking person. I think about a lot of things so sometimes I am stressed because fo work and every now and then I am distracted with my family.
Which living persons in my profession do I most admire?
I admire Nancy Duarte because she is a woman and a pioneer in my field. I think she is very powerful 🙂 I also love the work of Olimpia Zagnoli, an excellent Italian illustrator.
What is my greatest extravagance?
I’m full of life, so I live my life and my work fully. Every new project is a challenge and I live it with passion. I design the future of each client with him side by side. His fears become my fears, his goals become my goals as a coach during the Olympics.
On what occasion would I lie?
I’m very clear and I don’t think lying is the solution to the problem in business or at home: transparent communication is the way to solve problems.
What is the thing that I dislike the most in my work?
I dislike talking about money, pricing and so on. It’s so hard for me, I need an agent, like a star 🙂
When and where was I the happiest, in my work?
Everytime when an executive or an influencer gets on stage with my talk and he has the audience in hand I’m the happiest. The last time I felt this was at 9Muse Milano, when Elena Bobbola, Laura Formenti and I coached 9 powerful women to go on stage and talk about their personal stories.
If I could, what would I change about myself?
Nothing. I don’t want to sound arrogant but I am very aware of being the result of the choices I have made. I am a serene and happy person in her life.
What is my greatest achievement in work?
Good relationships with partners, customers and colleagues and my own brand. Slide Queen is a project about slide design born from Elena Bobbola and I. After three years I can say that … it works!
Where would I most like to live?
I’m living in Italy (in Biella) but my husband works in London so I travel a lot between Italy and UK. This year we are thinking of moving to London with the whole family and I’m very excited by this idea. My secret wish is, when I grow up, I would like to live by the Mediterranean sea.
What is my most treasured possession?
A well-stocked beauty case because – skin-care first 🙂
What is my most marked characteristic?
I have already mentioned this before. I’m really full of life and I like throwing myself headlong into life or work projects.
What is my most inspirational location, in my city?
Biella is a very beautiful town and there are many places that I love to visit/to go to, but my favourite one is Gorgomoro path, a wildness walk in the woods in the high zone of the town.
What is my favourite place to eat and drink, in my city?
My mother is French and in Biella there is an amazing restaurant Creperie Blé Noir where I can taste the flavors of my childhood.
What books influenced my life and how?
I’m really a book lover and the answer is very difficult, indeed I think that one book that influenced my life has been Meditations by Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, the warrior philosopher.
You Only Die Once. What music would I listen to on my last day?
Čajkovski’s music is my favourite and it’s what I would want to listen to on my last day. On Sundays, when I cook creative recipes I love listening to The Swan Lake by Pëtr Il’ič Čajkovskij.
Who is my hero or heroine in fiction?
Alicia Florrick, the protagonist of The Good Wife.
Who are my heroes and heroines in real life?
My parents.
Which movie would I recommend to see once in a lifetime?
Nausicaä of the Valley of Wind, an animated film directed and co-written by Hayao Miyazaki.
What role plays art in my life and work?
For me, art is fundamental. I have a daily dialogue with her during my work. Marc Rothko’s colors, Cezanne’s shapes and Titian’s brushwork accompany me during every phase of the visual design of a speech.
What do the words ‘You are the storyteller of your own life’ mean to me?
I believe that today’s choice is tomorrow’s future and that only I am the architect of my future.
Who is my greatest fan, sponsor, partner in crime?
My husband 🙂
Which people or companies would I like to work with in 2020?
Nancy Duarte.
Which people in my profession who can make a real difference in my creative career would I love to meet in 2020?
I’d love to meet slide designers or executive coaches from other countries!
What project, in 2020, am I looking forward to working on?
I don’t know, I’m an open minded and I hope that life surprising me.
Where can you see me or my work in 2020?
I would like to find my first job as a slide designer in London and be able to do a talk in English.
What do the words “Passion Never Retires” mean to me?
If you love what you do you will never lose the passion for what you do.
Which creative heroines should Peter invite to tell their story?
Guia Sara Besana – photographer
Laura Formenti – comedian
Laura Pugno – artist
How can you contact me?
Write an email to dentimarielouise@gmail.com or a DM on my social profile https://www.instagram.com/maloulutte/
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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