What is the best thing that I love about my work?
In my work, I love to represent my emotional imagination that can only be represented through art.
Nel mio lavoro amo rappresentare il mio immaginario emozionale che solo attraverso l’arte è possibile rappresentare.
What is my idea of happiness?
My idea of happiness is made of sensations, people and small goals that make your soul vibrate and make you feel loved, feeling loved not only by people but by everything around you, in my opinion it is something that makes you full is happy.
La mia idea di felicità è fatta di sensazioni, di persone e di piccoli traguardi che fanno vibrare l’anima e ti fanno sentire amata, sentirsi amati non solo dalle persone ma da tutto ciò che ti circonda, secondo me è qualcosa che ti rende pieno e felice.
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What is my greatest fear?
My biggest fear is being mentally or physically disabled, or both.
La mia paura più grande è rimanere invalida mentalmente o fisicamente, o entrambe.
What is the trait that I most deplore in myself?
Anxiety, I would prefer to be a more relaxed person.
L’ansia, preferirei essere una persona più rilassata
Which living persons in my profession do i most admire?
Giulia spagnulo, Tobias giacomazzi, Giacomo Guccinelli, Egle Zvirblyte, Gipi Gianni, Ludovica Fantetti, Francesca Pignataro, Fabio Magnasciutti
What is my greatest extravagance?
Often it happens to make me self strep tease in front of the mirror moving my body together with the sound of music. I’m narcissist doc.
Spesso capita di farmi auto strep tease davanti allo specchio muovendo il mio corpo insieme al suono della musica. Sono narcisista doc.
On what occasion would I lie?
An action that makes me free but that someone else can make suffer.
Un’azione che mi rende libera ma che a qualcun’ altro possa far soffrire.
What is the thing that I dislike the most in my work?
I don’t like that in my work too many explanations have to be given. I think it is essential to leave room for the many variables of interpretation without defining everything.
Non mi piace che nel mio lavoro bisogna dare troppe spiegazioni. Credo che si indispensabile lasciar spazio alle tante variabili di interpretazione senza definire il tutto.
When and where was I the happiest, in my work?
Being selected for the Venice Biennale and exhibiting mestre at the Cantiani Museum in Venice. It was a demonstration to myself that great things can be done thanks to the commitment, tenacity and love for what you do.
Essere selezionata per la Biennale di Venezia ed esporre al Museo Cantiani di Venezia Mestre. E stata una dimostrazione a me stessa che si possono fare grandi cose grazie all’impegno, la tenacia e l’amore per quello che si fa.
If I could, what would I change about myself?
My mood swings. This makes my days quite demanding.
I miei sbalzi di umore. Questo rende le mie giornate parecchio impegnative.
What is my greatest achievement in work?
I haven’t had my biggest hit yet. I’m waiting for it. In the meantime, I split my back in front of the desk to get it.
Non ho ancora avuto il mio più grande successo. Lo sto aspettando. Nel frattempo mi spacco la schiena davanti alla scrivania per ottenerlo.
Where would I most like to live?
I would like to live in a Caribbean country, dance on the beach, sip coconut water and live extraordinary adventures in front of a sunset over the sea.
Mi piacerebbe vivere in un paese caraibico, ballare in spiaggia, sorseggiare acqua di cocco e vivere straordinarie avventure davanti a un tramonto sul mare.
What is my most treasured possession?
My personality is the sum of all my experiences and emotions, I think it is the most precious ” thing ” that every person can possess because it is unique in the world.
La mia personalità, è la somma di tutte le mie esperienze e le mie emozioni, penso che sia la ‘’cosa’’ più preziosa che ogni persona possa possedere poiché unica al mondo.
What is my most marked characteristic?
My look. It sounds trivial, but many people tell me and often my eyes save me a lot of chatter.
Il mio sguardo. Sembra banale, ma molte persone me lo dicono e spesso i miei occhi mi risparmiano un sacco di chiacchiere.
What is my most inspirational location, in my city?
Long walks in the countryside is something that regenerates me and in my area there are wonderful hills like few others.
Le lunghe passeggiate in campagna, è qualcosa che mi rigenera e nella mia zona ci sono colline meravigliose come poche.
What is my favourite place to eat and drink, in my city?
Surely the pizza of theMosto dolce in Florence, sends you to heaven, for drinking I would change my place and walk towards the Club San Francesco. Spritz and quality negroni.
Sicuramente la pizza del Mosto dolce a Firenze, ti manda in paradiso, per il bere cambierei posto e mi incamminerei verso il Club San Francesco. Spritz e negroni di qualità.
What books influenced my life and how?
LMVDM by Gipi, is one of the comics that I liked most of all, its mark and the script are really quality. Another book that changed my perspective on things was Thomas Cleary’s ‘The Mind of the Samurai’, a book full of seasoned notions and metaphors of the essence of Japanese culture (of which I have a certain attraction and veneration)
LMVDM di Gipi , è uno dei fumetti che ho apprezzato più di tutti, il suo segno e la sceneggiatura sono davvero di qualità. Un altro libro che ha cambiato la mia prospettiva verso le cose è stato ‘’La mente del Samurai’’ di Thomas Cleary, un libro pieno di nozioni e di metafore condite con l’essenza della cultura giapponese ( Di cui io ho una certa attrazione e venerazione)
You Only Die Once. What music would I listen on my last day?
Fat Freddy’s Drop – Flashback, to try goose bumps on my skin for the last time.
Fat Freddy’s Drop – Flashback, per provare per l’ultima volta la pelle d’oca sulla mia pelle.
Who is my hero or heroine in fiction?
Whole life Mulan, is a narrative poem written 700 years ago. Mulan disguised himself as a man, underwent hard military training and for fear of discovering his true identity. During the many battles Mulan understood how important it was to continue fighting to protect his family and homeland. For me she is the greatest representation of strength.
Tutta la vita Mulan, è un poema narrativo scritto 700 anni fa. Mulan si travestì da uomo, sostenne un duro addestramento militare e per paura di far scoprire la sua vera identità. Durante le numerose battaglie Mulan capì quanto fosse importante continuare a combattere per proteggere la propria famiglia e la propria patria. Per me lei è la più grande rappresentazione di forza.
Who are my heroes and heroines in real life?
A Sicilian boy who now lives in Spain, his name is Davide, after losing both his arms and legs due to an illness. He lives his life with a positivity and an unsettling grit. He trains tenaciously to be able to win at the next Paralympics. He is a true hero, made of flesh and blood.
Un ragazzo siciliano che ora vive in Spagna, si chiama Davide, dopo aver perso entrambe le braccia e le gambe a causa di una malattia. Vive la sua vita con una positività e una grinta spiazzante. Si allena con tenacia per poter vincere alle prossime paraolimpiadi. Lui è un eroe vero, fatto di carne e ossa.
Which movie would i recommend to see once in a lifetime?
‘’The Notebook ‘’. Everyone should see it just to admire the beauty of love.
‘’Le pagine della nostra vita.’’ Tutti dovrebbero vederlo solo per ammirare la bellezza dell’amore.
What role plays art in my life and work?
In my life it is the joy of representing what belongs to my inner feeling, in the work it focuses more on a question of technique, aesthetics and functionality of the illustrative language.
Nella mia vita è la gioia di rappresentare ciò che appartiene al mio sentire interiore, nel lavoro si concentra più su una questione di tecnica, estetica e funzionalità del linguaggio illustrativo.
What do the words ‘You are the storyteller of your own life’ to me?
I say that perhaps I am already a narrator of my life, I often look at her as a clear external narrator, who lives her life in first person but who sometimes detaches herself and watches what happens. Sometimes with loud laughter, sometimes with a tear.
Dico che forse sono già narratore della mia vita, spesso la guardo come narratore esterno palese, che vive la sua vita in prima persona ma che talvolta si distacca e guarda quello che succede. A volte con grasse risate, altre con una lacrimuccia.
Who is my greatest fan, sponsor, partner in crime?
Absolutely Martina Paladini, an artist like me but from another pack, who sponsors me, partner, mental coach and partner in crime.
Assolutamente Martina Paladini, un’artista come me ma di un altro branco, che mi fa da sponsor, socio, mental coach e partner nel crimine.
Which people or companies would I like to work with in 2020?
Raphael Bob- Waksberg creatore di Bojack Horseman, Tomm Moore, Regency Enterprises, Wesh Anderson.
Which people in my profession who can make a real difference in my creative career would i love to meet in 2020?
Gipi Gianni, Craig Thompson, Giulia Spagnulo (sono zu.zu), Silvia Calderoni.
What project, in 2020, am I looking forward to work on?
I’d like to have a personal exhibition, I’m already working on it. I hope it can come true and go to port better than I am imagining it.
Vorrei fare un’esposizione personale, ci sto già lavorando. Spero che possa realizzarsi e andare in porto meglio di come me lo sto immaginando.
Where can you see me or my work in 2020?
Yes, My instagram: https://www.instagram.com/francokela/?hl=it
What do the words “Passion Never Retires” mean to me?
They mean that you are immortal.
Significano che sei immortale.
Which creative heroines should Peter invite to tell their story?
Martina Paladini, Giulia Spagnulo (sono zu.zu), Ludovica Fanetti, Ilaria Palleschi, Martina Garzia, Fabio Magnasciutti
How can you contact me?
My instagram : Franco kela.
My email: gabriellafrancesca92@hotmail.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.
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.
You want to learn more about how to resource yourself, learn about blind spots, and get feedback.
You are curious and want to engage in online learning.
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.