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The name Mr. Featherforce is truly on Nieks mind. If you can turn such a life changing event into something strong, imagine how this expresses itself on stage as speaker resilience.
Niek van den Adel - best known as Mr. Featherforce - is a sought-after speaker who
uses his own life story as a powerful source of inspiration to help others
develop resilience. His approach is pure, raw, laced with humor and substantiated
with scientific insights. He shows that resilience is not something external
"Resilience comes from within, I just give you a push."
His story: from crisis to strength
In July 2010, Niek suffered a severe motorcycle accident that left him with a high spinal cord injury
combined with syringomyelia - a tube formation in the spinal cord. Only 10% of
his body still functions, and daily he struggles with intense pain and an impressive
medication regimen of 37 pills a day. Despite this reality, he chooses
to celebrate:
every year he celebrates "Long she laesie." He meets the love of his life, has three
daughters, starts 3 businesses, writes 6 books and regains his life's mission: to
inspire and help others with resilience. Niek doesn't talk about resilience, he lives it.
What makes his talks special
Authentic & personal: Niek talks candidly with a lot of humor about his own
vulnerability. His audience feels not only touched, but also seen.
Inspiring & motivating: He shows how people, teams and organizations deal
with change. Unique when companies are struggling with staff shortages, high
absenteeism or that reorganization again.
Scientifically based: He conducts the largest resilience research annually among working people in the Netherlands. His stories are enhanced with insights from
recent research, making them not only emotionally, but also substantively strong
are.
Activating: He knows his audience. His lectures offer concrete tools. He wants
people to not only be inspired, but to really get moving.
His audiences range from international companies to healthcare institutions. He has performed for a.o.
ABN AMRO, Albert Heijn, Douwe Egberts, Heineken and Unilever - and has also been
invited on television (such as RTL Late Night, BNN) and in podcasts and YouTube productions.
Impact in figures
- 2,741 appearances on stage.
- 38K followers on LinkedIn with 12.5 million reach.
- Over 95,000 books sold.
- Consistent 5/5 reviews on Google.
Reviews
, Sander
Niek is an amazing speaker with an unrivalled sense of timing and content. His stories grab you, touch you and inspire you. His positivity is contagious and makes you realise that a human being is capable of a lot. With his open and direct style of communication, he knows how to touch everyone's heart. (via Google)
, Erik
Niek's story is impressive. Even more impressive is the way Niek turns this story into inspiration. Above all, he is a cool person! (via Google)
, Ingrid ten Hove
How do you stay vital in a busy profession? This question was the focus of our Inspiration Days at Zorgspectrum Het Zand. Guest speaker Niek gave us great insights into this theme. From his personal experience and with a lot of passion and humor, he effortlessly took the audience along. The best effect? That colleagues regained control of their own lives...with a smile! (via Google)
, Jessica
Had a great inspiring afternoon today where Niek was the speaker, from (almost) tears to super laughter and got a big fat message. Thanks for the insights and inspiration. It's a privilege to have heard your story. ?. Thanks ??♀️ (via Google)
, Uwe
What a great inspiration presentation during our kick - off meeting in Amsterdam. 4 years ago I followed the first time your inspiring presentation. However yesterday you showed that you still grow. All our colleagues talked about during the breaks. Great to see you get our people moved to think about their own situation and motivate them to look from different points of view. Thank you so much Niek. Our next kickoff meeting will come for sure. Thanks again Cheers and please keep good care. People need you
, Kirsten
Top! From Ondernemende Gasten, we organised and big event for 500 Pearle Studio employees on 28 March. This day was all about change and customer experience, among other things. Niek was the perfect speaker for these topics. An emotional story, with plenty of humour. The attendees were raving, and so were we at Ondernemende Gasten. (via Google)
, Danielle
My first encounter with Niek was four-and-a-half years ago during my work, where hospitality and genuine attention are paramount. It was a treat to welcome Niek! What enthusiasm and positivity. I have since read his book 'Crash' and had the opportunity to listen to his inspiring story in the audience. With humour captivated until the last minute and went home full of inspiration. Thank you Niek! (via Google)
, Edwin
On Thursday 29 September, we hosted Niek as a speaker at our headquarters in Zaandam. The content of his story as well as the way he tells it makes you listen breathlessly and forget the world around you completely for a moment. Some degree of self-reflection during and after his account is inescapable. Fascinating, inspiring and thickly rewarding! His story will undoubtedly loosen tongues and provide food for thought.
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