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It is my mission to inspire people to find and use their unique talent.

​Sport is my way.

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Football can change the world but we need to change football first.

About me

About me

When I was a young child I used to play football on the streets with my friends for hours until my mother called me in for dinner. It was on the streets, where I developed my passion for football. Me and my friends used to imagine that we were football stars. I always was the best Dutch footballer of all time, Johan Cruyff, may he rest in peace. Little did I know that 25 years later, Cruyff would be my colleague and mentor.....

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Philosophy

Philosophy

My perspective on life is based on a mix of different schools of thought. One common characteristic is my strong belief in principles. I have been inspired by classical  and modern thinkers from a myriad of fields, western and eastern philosophy as well as my life experiences....

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Logical reasoning involves drawing specific conclusions based on premises........

Logical reasoning and

empiricism

 Systems theory

A system is a collection of elements that work together towards a common goal. ........

Health

Health is a state of

being free of illness......

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Spirituality

Spirituality to me is the relation between my conscious self and my sub-conscious self....

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Education is the process of gaining knowledge......

The non-aggression

principle

The non-aggression principle (NAP), also called the non-aggression axiom, is.....

Education

projects

Current projects:

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  • Founder/Owner

FC Volendam

  • Strategic advisor 

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Inspirational speaker

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Articles & Books

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