First episode of 2025! Let's GO!
This time around, we invited James Lesner, Director Talent Management at Catawiki, with over 15 years of experience in the TA field.
In this episode, he takes us on a journey from his upbringing in the UK to his arrival in the Netherlands, tackling everything from the pressures of becoming a father to navigating career shifts, societal expectations, and overcoming people-pleasing habits. He opens up about the highs and lows of setting boundaries, balancing family life with career growth, and the lessons he's learned along the way.
He also shares how his career at Catawiki took him into leadership, where he embraced feedback, learned from mistakes, and grew as a manager. But that’s not all—James opens up about his love for football, his quirky childhood memories in Northwest London, and how he unexpectedly transitioned from graphic design to recruitment. Plus, we dive into his Jewish heritage and the complexities of identity in today’s world.
Stick around for an open-hearted conversation and a whole lot of real talk about life, work, and everything in between!
Stay Keen,
Doeke Geertsma, CEO & Co-founder at WeAreKeen
Website: https://www.wearekeen.com/
