- Lao Tzu
He who does not trust enough,
will not be trusted.
Marco Canala
Outplay Entertainment
“I am delighted to share my unequivocal recommendation for Erik's coaching expertise, which has proven to be a pivotal game changer for my career as the leader of the Engineering department at Outplay.
From the onset of our coaching journey, I found myself submerged in the myriad day-to-day challenges that often accompany leadership roles. However, Erik's guidance and strategic insights have been transformative. Today, I am not only able to navigate through these challenges more effectively but have also shifted my focus towards crafting high-impact, long-term strategies for the department. This shift has been instrumental in empowering my team leaders to handle operational intricacies, allowing me to concentrate on overarching goals.
What sets Erik's coaching apart is its far-reaching impact. The positive effects have transcended my immediate professional sphere and have permeated throughout a significant portion of the company. The tangible return on investment is unmistakable, with improved efficiency, collaboration, and innovation evident across the organisation.
One of the standout aspects of Erik's coaching methodology is its emphasis on Radical Candor. Through his guidance, I have learned to foster open and honest communication, a key driver in building trustful and robust relationships at all levels of the organisation. By embracing vulnerability, I have been able to establish connections that extend beyond the confines of my department, creating a culture of collaboration and mutual support.
In essence, Erik's coaching has been instrumental in reshaping not only my leadership style but also the dynamics within the company. I am immensely grateful for the profound impact his coaching has had on my professional journey, and I wholeheartedly recommend Erik to any leader seeking transformative growth and development.”
- Marco Canala on LinkedIn
Jesus Bosch Ayguade
Product Madness
“Erik's impact on my personal and professional journey has been nothing short of transformative.
He has been instrumental in helping me navigate the complexities and dynamics of a large organization. His guidance proved invaluable as he shared insights and strategies critical to my success. He also has the capacity to ask powerful questions. Those helped me understand myself better, identify my true passions, and make informed decisions about my professional development path.”
“Erik is a real entrepreneur with an incredible network and industry knowledge. Someone with a vision, authenticity, and passion. Someone you love to follow. Open for feedback, but also challenging in order to get the most out of a team and an individual.
I have never met anyone at C-level so committed and open to hunting down top talent and assisting in any way. Would definitely like to work with him again.”
Olga Ostrowska
Ten Square Games
“Erik is an irreplaceable mentor and coach with a great personality, huge experience and skills. Our sessions helped me develop my leadership skills, overcome difficulties with managing a cross-cultural team of 30 professionals working in a remote set up across Europe and gain a looot of confidence in this challenging area.
Thanks to Erik I identified my 'horizon', my path and goals as a leader, I learnt useful techniques and understood better the dynamics of gaming industry.
Highly recommend Erik's coaching program to anyone looking to leverage their leadership/management skills. If you want to work with the best professional who will help you reach your full potential, Erik is your man!”
- Olga Ostrowska on LinkedIn
“Erik has been coaching me for about 6 months now and it has been incredibly transformational. He’s been supporting me at a time where I have been transitioning towards a leadership role in my current organization and he’s equipped me with the right tools and strategies to do so successfully.
Erik asks the right questions and digs deeper where necessary. His overall approach made me learn so much about myself and let me build up more professional confidence.
I can highly recommend Erik as a coach !”
“I wanted to give a huge shoutout to Mr. Erik, my awesome professional coach.
Erik is the real deal! Even after my engagement ended with Rippleworks, he continued to be there, supporting me like a true friend.
Erik's a chai lover, and I swear, every session we had involved him sipping a cup of chai and ended with his signature "Sayonara." 🍵
His passion for what he does is contagious. He's like a wizard when it comes to shaping leaders. In just six months, he helped me tackle my weaknesses head-on, and I've seen massive growth because of it.
If you're on the lookout for a coach who's passionate, genuinely cares, and has a knack for turning weaknesses into strengths, Erik's your guy. Feel free to reach out if you want to know more about my experience.
Cheers to you, Erik! ☕ Sayonara!”
- Robinson Jared on LinkedIn
Michel Maas
GameHouse
“I feel privileged to have had Erik as my manager throughout a big part of my career in leadership positions. For almost thirty years I’ve come across a wide variety of managers, leaders, and founders. One thing I can say is that there’s something about Erik that makes him stand out.
First of all, Erik is a multi-industry veteran, so he knows what it entails to be a leader.
He helps you to become aware of your growth potential -both professional and personal- and has a very patient way of supporting you throughout your journey. He has a keen eye for differentiating between primary and secondary issues and for helping you to identify your challenges. Sometimes by asking you the simple questions, sometimes by giving you the more confronting answers.
Second, Erik is an entrepreneur and it adds an extra thick layer on top.
It’s very inspirational to see how he cross-pollinates & puts things in perspective. It has helped me to see complex matters in a simple way, to see opportunities where others see obstacles, and often has brought a positive boost to seemingly constrictive situations.
He inspires on operational and strategic levels and can sometimes challenge you, right before you thought you were ready for it. Sometimes with a push, a tease, or a pull, but always with respect and patience. And, most importantly, always moving forward.
Last but certainly not least, Erik very much enjoys helping others grow.
Someone who is there beside you and who is open to letting you learn from his own ups & downs is a revelation and can be very hard to find. It certainly has made a huge positive impact on my own professional journey. Or maybe I should say, 'If I have seen further it is by standing on the shoulders of Giants.'“
- Michel Maas on LinkedIn