About Impact Sweet Spot™

Working for change in a way that is natural,
grounded, and sustainable

The Impact Sweet Spot™ is a reflective and practical framework designed for people working toward positive change in complex, uncertain environments.

It guides people working in NGOs, social impact, activism, or purpose-driven leadership — those who want to contribute without losing themselves in the process.

In a world that rewards performance and constant adaptation, the Impact Sweet Spot™ offers a different orientation: find out what comes naturally. That way you can rekindle what already works, meet complexity with simplicity, and respect your own capacity.

So, rather than focusing on acquiring new skills or tools, the process invites an uncovering: gently peeling back layers of fear, protection, and identity so that what is already present — clarity, strength, and integrity — can come into view.

At the same time, the framework offers something solid to hold onto. It provides orientation and structure while allowing for depth and uncertainty, and it continually brings insight back into lived reality — your role, your relationships, and how you show up in the world.

I developed the Impact Sweet Spot™ by backtracking my own process of reconnecting with what matters most to me, and what I am naturally built to do — alongside more than twenty years of working in the social and environmental impact space.

Through close collaboration with people committed to positive change, I began to notice a consistent pattern. At a certain point, effectiveness no longer comes from applying more theory, tools, or strategies. It emerges when people reconnect with who they are, what they care about, and how they relate to others.

At its heart, this work is about restoring balance — between inner clarity and outer contribution, between personal agency and our inherent connection to something larger than ourselves.

Ways To Work Together

I was overwhelmed and tired in my high-pressure role. Ania helped me deal with what was happening inside me. Every session grounded me and gave me energy. I understand my real gifts, I sleep better and I’m calmer.” Christine Chitongo, Corporate & Public Affairs, AI Governance, Zimbabwe

The Impact Sweet Spot™ framework

At the heart of the work are three interconnected dimensions:

Natural Talents

The ways of thinking, relating, and acting that come most naturally to you.
Often overlooked or undervalued, these qualities can become a powerful source of clarity and ease when recognised and trusted.

Deeper Mission & Values

What genuinely matters to you — beneath expectations and ideals. Exploring the emotional and ethical roots of your work, including how care, grief, and meaning shape your capacity to stay engaged over time.

Allies & Key Relationships

The relational field you move within: colleagues, collaborators, communities, and systems.
Attending to these dynamics helps shift work from isolation toward connection, shared responsibility, and support.

Where these three meet, your Impact Sweet Spot™ becomes visible: a place where contribution feels more natural for you, choices are easier to make, and effort becomes more sustainable.

“There’s so many things about this programme that were absolutely phenomenal. The approach felt innovative - having a clear structure to hold onto, while having plenty of space for personal exploration. I was able to critically reflect on where I’m headed, and see what I do best.” Mariana, Learning Facilitator, The Curious Path, France

What Becomes Possible

People engaging with the Impact Sweet Spot™ often experience:

  • Clarity when navigating complexity or transition

  • A steadier relationship to pressure, uncertainty, and responsibility

  • Confidence in how they naturally lead and contribute

  • Intentional, supportive relationships and collaborations

  • A renewed sense of direction that feels both meaningful and realistic

This work does not offer formulas or quick fixes. It offers orientation — a way of relating to work and life that supports discernment, resilience, and integrity over time.

“I was working for the right cause, but somehow couldn’t find my place in that. It exhausted me. The programme gave me the scaffolding to face what was in the way - uncomfortable at first, and then freeing! I also learned how my life experiences are valuable to the world too.”
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Colette van der Minne, Ground for Transition, The Netherlands

How to Discover Your Impact Sweet Spot

If this resonates, these are ways to work with us:

1:1 Executive Journey

A high-touch, deeply personalised process for those seeking clarity, integration, and thoughtful accompaniment through complexity.

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Group Journey

A facilitated collective process offering reflection, shared learning, and integration — designed especially for people working toward change who want clarity without isolation.

Explore the Group Journey

Workshops & Organisational Work

Bespoke workshops, talks, and programmes for teams and organisations seeking grounded, human-centred approaches to leadership and impact.

Explore Work with Organisations

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~ Howard Thurman