Speaker: Digital Transformation and Innovation
Discover the future of work with this pioneer in Remote work and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Discover the future of work with this pioneer in digital transformation and innovation. With over 35 years of experience, I have inspired organizations, governments, and individuals worldwide as an entrepreneur and speaker. My insights as the first Dutch ‘digital nomad’ can help your organization optimally use AI and remote work for growth and success.
Are you ready to discover the opportunities of the digital revolution?
Be inspired by my stories and experiences in these turbulent times. Learn how to use the benefits of AI and remote work to attract talented people, create an innovative culture, and turn challenges into opportunities.
Invite me as a digital transformation speaker at your event and give your participants the concrete tools and inspiration they need to excel in a rapidly changing world. Join me on a TEDx-worthy journey to the future of work and transform your organization with my insights and energy.
Digital transformation offers new opportunities
The way we work has changed permanently. Covid has changed our mindset and combined with the rapid developments in Artificial Intelligence (AI), the consequences are almost impossible to predict. Remote work and AI elicit both super enthusiastic reactions as well as caution and sometimes even resistance.
My story offers a bright spot in the turbulent landscape in these uncertain times. It shows that Artificial Intelligence (AI) and remote work not only bring challenges but above all offer countless opportunities for companies, organizations, employees, freelancers, and entrepreneurs.
Enter the AI era with a head start! As a speaker digital transformation, I reveal the latest opportunities and insights, so that you not only keep up but are at the forefront of the world of AI and remote work.
Bring 35 years of experience to your event
Entrepreneur since 1992, location independent since 2006, I gave over 1000 keynotes and 2 TEDx talks on 6 continents and wrote 30 books. I know what your organization, your event, and your participants need. I offer inspiration and concrete examples and tools to embrace this new reality and see it as a promising adventure.
Gain valuable insights into the benefits and challenges of AI and remote work, and discover strategies to leverage its potential for the growth of your organization. What do you do with lagging regulations? Dance with the rules! Be inspired to embrace a ‘no excuses’ mentality and seize opportunities in today’s rapidly changing landscape. Join us on a journey to the future of work that is TEDx-worthy.
“This era needs people who dare to step out of the ordinary, push boundaries,
and shape new possibilities. Esther Jacobs is such a person.”Herman Wijffels – Dutch Captain of Industry
“Esther has mastered the art of naturally
building a bridge between different target groups.”IAP Drenthe
Explore the ultimate entrepreneurial mindset for successful remote and AI working
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the concept of remote work. What started as an emergency measure has evolved into a permanent change in the way we work. Some organizations are struggling with the transition, while others are discovering that returning to business as usual is no longer an option.
In a world where flexibility is paramount, discover how remote work and AI can evolve from a challenge to a thriving opportunity for your business. Dive into the evolution of remote work, ChatGPT, and other developments and their potential to transform traditional work structures.
With a realistic and practical approach, I share inspiring opportunities that point the way to success in a world that is constantly evolving.
Find and retain talented people in your organization by offering freedom
Freedom is the new status symbol. There is a growing group of ‘location independent entrepreneurs’ who work where and when they want and create their dream life by using new technology and possibilities.
Is this a trend or a revolution? More and more companies believe it is a revolution and are adopting a flexible or even ‘remote only’ policy. No more permanent employees, no social security contributions, no office… Some are extra successful because of this. But beware: being a pioneer is not always easy.
As a speaker on digital transformation, I know the mindset of location-independent entrepreneurs and ‘digital nomads’. I give plenty of examples of how this new generation of entrepreneurs lives, thinks, sees opportunities, and decides. Some insights will be a shock, others may be a revelation. How can you attract/stimulate/retain those entrepreneurial spirits important to your organization?
“During the interactive networking workshop, Esther showed and experienced how to use
the possibilities around you in a simple way. It shows once again that the possibilities are endless!”Hewlett-Packard
“Esther’s unusual success story inspired our public sector leaders to think outside the box
and find creative solutions to the problems in their organizations and those of their clients.”Capgemini Paris
Results:
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In this TEDx talk (Nyenrode Business University), Esther shows how our world is changing. Your attitude is the only difference between feeling ‘in control’ or overwhelmed by external circumstances. She also shares her story of how she was ‘fired’ from the Netherlands because she travels ‘too much’ according to the law…
Amplify your event with feminine energy
Bring a refreshing dynamic to your event with a female speaker or moderator. Too often, innovation events are dominated by male attendees and speakers. A female inspirer or moderator adds a unique dimension that brings a new energy and perspective to your event. Discover how a female voice can create a balanced and inclusive experience that strengthens the diversity of ideas and insights.
Extras:
Esther’s lectures last between 15 minutes and 3 hours. From inspiring to interactive. The following elements can be added to a lecture:
You know ‘stand-up comedy’? Instead of jokes, I come up with solutions on the spot for all kinds of challenges in the audience. Big or small, business or private; I show you how to think creatively and challenge the audience to think along. For example ‘How do I set up my own company?’ or ‘How can I travel the world without money or a fight with the compulsory education law’. If necessary, I connect people who can help each other.
An interactive mix of inspiring videos, puzzles, ‘real life’ examples, my own story (including Coins for Care ) and other anecdotes. Something for everyone. Central themes are: achieve more with less, creative thinking, natural networking and passion!
The Marshmallow Challenge, the impossible rope exercise, the horse puzzle, etc. Depending on the group, the space, the available time and the rest of the program, I know the perfect addition, where the participants have fun, a lot of energy is released and which also ties in with the theme in terms of content.
‘Become a better speaker’ latest blogs
My 13 most memorable speaking gigs
I have been a motivational speaker for more than 25 years. Each of the 1000 keynotes and 2 TEDx speeches was special. Either because of the location (Qatar, South Africa, Lithuania, New York, in a zoo, in the money museum during my collection of €16 of foreign coins for charity) or because of the special connection I had with the audience (entrepreneurs, travellers, professional women, veiled or not). I treasure the messages people sent me afterwards; how my story changed their lives and motivated them to quit their jobs, become entrepreneurs or make another important life decision after hearing my talk. Some events stood out. In this blog, I share some of my most memorable events, bloopers, and some tips for speakers at the end.
Are you using your ‘shop window’ the right way?
Net als veel andere creatievelingen deed en doe ik heel veel verschillende dingen. Ik vind dat leuk, ik ben er goed in en ik help er anderen mee. Maar steeds vaker kreeg ik de vraag: “Wat DOE je nu eigenlijk?” Er stond zoveel op mijn website, dat bezoekers door de bomen het bos niet meer zagen.
Baby Bathwater unconference
“Don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater…” Sure, it’s expensive, but it’s also the most exclusive ‘unconference’ I have ever heard of. $10,000 gets you 4 days on a private island in Croatia, with 200 incredibly sharp and accomplished people, who have left their ego’s at home