Nathalie Meier
As a dedicated reader and lifelong learner, I have spent my career as a financial consultant serving a high-end clientele. Now, I channel my expertise into content management, storytelling, workshops, and conferences, engaging in meaningful projects that ignite my passion for connecting with people.
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Presenting is a Craft
“That’s amazing! You’ve found the perfect balance between providing enough information to spark interest and not saying too much, which would be overwhelming in this context. Well done, Nathalie!” This feedback made me smile, not just for the compliment but also for the subtle observation. Finding the perfect balance between information and intrigue, between content and clarity, is the result of a thoughtful methodology. The strength of a successful presentation lies in this subtle balance: rigor and emotion, structure and feeling. Many think it’s enough to gather contributions from various presenters and read them out loud to the audience as if discovering them at the same time. However, presenting is…
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Elevate your image, amplify your voice
Imagine this: you’ve just been invited to speak in front of 500 people. Hold on a second. What rush of emotions do you feel? Excitement? Pressure? Every time I was invited to speak—despite my growing experience and confidence—these thoughts would rush through my mind in an instant: First, there was that thrill of excitement, quickly followed by the weight of responsibility and the familiar flutter of nerves (which, by the way, never really disappears—and that’s perfectly fine!). Then came the moment of self-reflection: How do I feel about myself? What impression do I want to leave? What’s the right dress code? How should I style my hair? What makeup will…
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Rediscover your creative spark
Have you ever found yourself in a meeting where your boss suddenly calls for more creativity? You glance around the room, noting stern faces in grey suits, each person hesitating, waiting for someone to speak. A single feeling dominates the atmosphere: the fear of the inevitable—the courage to accept being seen as ridiculous. Internally, you might be thinking: “What the heck? My entire career has revolved around being serious, professional, reliable, organized, streamlined, politically correct and structured. Now, I’m expected to be creative? Isn’t that reserved for artists, comedians, musicians or marketers, not me?” Yet studies reveal that creativity is one of the most sought-after skills in today’s business landscape.…
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Thriving in the storm
“This will never be beautiful.” “This is too difficult.” “People won’t understand it.” “You can’t possibly open a store with so few items.” I’ve heard it all—and more. I remember each comment vividly, and the voices behind them still echo in my mind. I won’t pretend those words didn’t affect me. They stung, they created doubt, and led to countless sleepless nights. Let’s be honest, sleepless nights are part of the journey of an entrepreneur—especially when you’re building something new from scratch. But after every long night, after each wave of uncertainty, I got up, adjusted my crown, covered the dark circles beneath my eyes, and smiled. Because despite the…
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A good book is like a Conversation
A book lets you dive deep into an author’s thoughts and ideas. Sometimes, you need to read an entire book to just take away one powerful idea. Other times, the entire book resonates. What matters is how you use, combine, and share these ideas, enriching your discussions and knowledge. Unfortunately, some books end up in the wastebasket of time. That’s why I’ve decided to transform books, or parts of them combined with each other, into workshops. The Tipping Point My husband Marc and I sat at the table of a quiet countryside restaurant, discussing our day’s plans, mostly wondering if his small wooden boat at the lake’s edge had survived…
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Key soft-skills for your sales success
In 2020, LinkedIn, a pivotal reference in the realms of recruitment and business, released a study uncovering that creativity stood out as one of the most coveted qualities in new employee recruitment. In 2024, LinkedIn once again highlighted key skills based on job offers published on this network. Today, communication, customer service and adaptability are among the most important qualities sought in new recruits. This evolution reflects the ever evolving needs of the job market, where the ability to communicate well, offer excellent customer service and adapt quickly to new situations have become crucial to business success. Over the past 31 years, I’ve had the opportunity to develop precisely these…
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Feminine Resilience
Reinventing One's Path: How a pair of Louboutins has become the symbol resilience and inner freedom The pair of Louboutins in the photo symbolizes the remnant of an impulsive purchase, born from the frustration of professional irritation. Evoking vividly the person who was the source of my frustration, they have never been worn. They now sit as silent witnesses to my resilience in my own environment.
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A Symphony of Change and the Power of Versatility
When the long-overdue project was finally put to a vote, I could almost hear the heavy stone dropping from my heart. We had needed this so much and so urgently, and now I could address it with my sense of urgency. Finally! Considering the potential conflict of interest, I had — indeed — decided not to push too hard, which may be the main cause of the delay of almost 6 months. But my profound knowledge of the association, which has undergone a significant restructuring process since my appointment as vice-president, logically positioned me as the most suitable candidate for the task. Moreover, it would be exceptionally cost-effective – precisely…
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The dawn of a personal and professional metamorphosis
That is a moment in my life that will remain etched in my memory. It was a late evening, and I found myself in my tiny home office. Simba, my faithful companion, lay beside my keyboard as I diligently worked on our annual presentation and market recap. I cherished my role at the wealth management company where I worked; I was proud of the quality and the honesty of our services and had nice colleagues. I felt some pride to offer my best to contribute to the success of the company and also to be entrusted with the responsibility to organize our annual conferences for our clients, the biggest annual…
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Once upon a time …
Once upon a time, in the industrial south of Luxembourg, there lived a spirited young girl. She came from a hard-working, down-to-earth family, where her parents, while juggling the demands of life, instilled values of rigour and discipline. Her heart found its greatest joy in the company of her loyal German Shepherd, Cora, as they ventured deep into the woods. There, amidst the whispering trees, she transformed a forgotten garden shed into a mystical retreat adorned with rescued treasures: posters, candles, and carpets, all given a second chance at beauty. The shed’s elusive owner seemed unfazed by Nathalie’s decorative obsession, allowing her to freely weave her magic. She cannot recount…
