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June 3-10th, 2025 | Writing retreat Mallorca, Spain
June 28th, 2025 | ‘No Excuses’ farewell theatre show
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About Esther Jacobs
They call me the ‘No Excuses Lady’ because I get things done regardless of the circumstances.
I raised € 16 million for charities, survived on an uninhabited island for the European Survivor reality TV show, wrote 30 books, travelled through 100 countries, got ‘fired’ from the Netherlands, lived outside the system; experienced the ultimate freedom…
Uncertainty has become my comfort zone.
Here you can read my story and how I can help you make your dreams come true.
“Esther dares to move mountains and she actually does it.”
Kluun
Author of the international bestseller ‘Love Life’
“This era needs people who think outside the box, cross borders, and create new possibilities.
Esther Jacobs is such a person.”Herman Wijffels (Dutch Captain of Industry)
“Esther Jacobs shook up the world of charity.
I admire her mission to make charities more transparent and the results she booked.”Morris Tabaksblatt
Work with me
I light fires.
Preferably in your heart; if necessary also under your feet …
My passion is to empower remarkable people.
I help you to experience more freedom, share your unique story (in a book or as a speaker) and make a positive impact on the world around you.
Ready to (re)light your fire?
“Her strong sense of justice makes that Esther does not always choose the easy way.
I recognize that from my own work.”Peter R. de Vries, investigative journalist and crime reporter
“Our hero. They were so unreasonable to her on Survivor, she didn’t stand a chance.
However, Esther stayed open and friendly. How did she manage?”Linda de Mol, Dutch actress and TV presenter
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ChatGPT as a coach: your personal guide to growth
Recently, I visited the parents of a French lover for the first time. An exciting moment because although I speak French quite well, I had not actively used the language for a while. And of course I wanted to make a good impression… I decided to be smart about my preparation and asked ChatGPT to play my ‘mother-in-law’. “Ask me questions like a curious French mother would,” I typed, “and give me feedback on my answers.” Within minutes, I was engaged in a simulated conversation about my trip and my work. When ‘she’ asked me if I could help make her favorite recipe, I knew I was ready for the real test. Fast forward to dinner: her first question in real life? “How was your trip?” I felt immediately at ease, exactly as I had practiced. And yes, I even helped out in the kitchen. Maybe not exactly the ideal daughter-in-law, but I managed just fine.
Move, move, move! – Inspiration shot March 2025
I was supposed to take it easy... But yeah, who am I kidding? December and January 'kind of' worked out, but last month, I even drove myself crazy. Eight different places in just a few weeks, constantly on the move. But hey, it's my own choice - and honestly? I love it. Everyone’s busy, probably you too. So how do you stay afloat in all the chaos? For me, three workouts a week with my online personal trainer are non-negotiable, and I make sure to hit 10,000 steps daily, usually with an inspiring podcast in my ears. In this inspiration shot, I’m sharing my favorite ones with you, along with a few other experiences and insights.
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Hoeveel tijd en energie gaat er in het beantwoorden van e-mails zitten? In deze column vertelt AI-expert Esther Jacobs hoe het sneller, makkelijker én zelfs leuker kan. Zelf bespaart ze 5 uur per week met deze aanpassing. Zodra ik een e-mail lees, weet ik eigenlijk meteen wat ik wil antwoorden. Maar het typen en het antwoord netjes maken voelt vaak tijdrovend. Niet alleen omdat typen langzamer gaat dan denken, maar ook omdat ik soms even afstand wil nemen om professioneel te blijven. Dat betekent echter dat ik later diezelfde e-mail weer moet lezen, het antwoord opnieuw moet formuleren en het uiteindelijk nog moet uittypen. Gelukkig kan dat tegenwoordig anders!