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Attended the PMI Netherlands Summit 2026

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Project success is about more than delivering a project. It’s about delivering value. 🚀

I had a great day at the PMI Netherlands Summit 2026 in Amsterdam, joining project professionals from across industries to exchange ideas, learn, and reflect on how our profession is evolving.

Two morning keynotes particularly stood out and left me with some powerful takeaways.

💡 1. M.O.R.E. A mindset shift to maximize project success

Tom Bloemers introduced a refreshing perspective on what project success really means:

  • M – Manage perceptions
  • O – Own success beyond project management success
  • R – Relentlessly reassess project parameters
  • E – Expand perspective

One message that resonated with me: a project is successful when the value delivered is greater than the effort and expense invested. We need to look beyond traditional project metrics and focus on the impact we create.

🤖 2. Projects with Purpose – by Alize Hofmeester

As AI transforms the way we work, the human side of project leadership becomes even more important.

Building stakeholder trust, resolving conflict, applying judgment and ethics, aligning with strategy, navigating organizational dynamics, communicating with leadership, advocating for projects, and leading change – these are capabilities that remain essential.

My biggest takeaway? AI may change how projects are delivered, but the ability to bring people together, build trust, make sound decisions, and create meaningful outcomes is what will continue to define great project professionals.

I also loved the broader conversations around purpose, people, value, and the future of project management.

A big thank-you to PMI Netherlands and everyone involved in organizing such an insightful summit. And congratulations on celebrating 25 years of building the project management community!

Leaving with fresh perspectives, new connections, and plenty to reflect on. 💜

#PMINL #PMISummit2026 #ProjectManagement #ProjectLeadership #AI #AgileLeadership #FutureOfWork #BusinessValue #Leadership #ContinuousLearning #ProjectsWithPurpose

Speaking at DevOpsCon Berlin

What an Incredible Experience Speaking at DevOpsCon Berlin 2025! 🎉

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Last week, I had the honor of speaking at DevOpsCon Berlin on June 17-18, 2025, and what an amazing experience it was!

From the moment I stepped on stage to deliver my session(s), I could feel the energy and curiosity in the room. The engagement, questions, and feedback I received were truly inspiring and reaffirmed why I love sharing knowledge and learning from the incredible tech community. 💡 (More about my sessions shared here earlier)

But this event wasn’t just about speaking—it was about connecting. I had the privilege of meeting some of the most passionate and brilliant minds in DevOps. Our chats were not only insightful but also a reminder of how collaborative and innovative this space is. Special thanks to @Simon , @Robert , and @Richa for some enriching conversations and the shared laughs that made these days even more memorable. It is always a pleasure to work with @Fabian and meeting in person was even more fun!

As I look back at these moments , I feel immense gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to this thriving community. Here’s to more connections, collaborations, and growth in the future! 🌟

A huge shoutout to the organizing team @Mirjam , @Nadia and the @S&S Conference team for hosting such a seamless and impactful event—it was no small feat, and you nailed it! 🙌

If you attended my session or would like to chat about any of the topics, feel free to reach out—I’d love to keep the conversation going. Let’s continue building and growing together! 🚀

Cheers,

Nishi

New Country. New Life. Same Drive for Growth. 🌍🚀

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A Life Update!


A few weeks ago, I took one of the biggest leaps of my life—I moved to a new country.

Hello, Netherlands!

This journey has been nothing short of transformative. From navigating unfamiliar streets to trying to learning a new language, looking for a home, and finding my rhythm in a completely new environment—every day continues to bring its own set of challenges and lessons.

But with every challenge comes growth. 🌱

Moving to a new country isn’t just about geography—it’s about rediscovering yourself, stepping out of your comfort zone, and embracing the unknown. it is not easy to wrap up a life you’ve known forever and built for yourself, and just leave with a few suitcases and heaps of memories – in search for something that is calling for you from hundreds of miles away…. But when were we ever made for ‘easy’ things? After all —

“A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.” – John A. Shedd

It’s about giving up the comfort and luxury of every ‘known’ , and starting from ground up.

It’s all about learning to adapt, staying resilient, and building connections that make the transition easier.

It is about being Agile!

As an experienced Agile professional with a passion for driving team success, collaboration, and continuous improvement, I’m now actively looking for my next career opportunity in this incredible city.

📢 To my fellow #Agile practitioners, leaders, scrum masters and #QAprofessionals in #Amsterdam:
If you’re part of this vibrant tech and Agile ecosystem, let’s connect! I’m eager to bring my experience in Agile coaching, leadership, and transformation to a team that values collaboration, innovation, and growth.

This is more than just a professional journey—it’s a personal one. And I’d love to connect with people who share similar values and can guide, mentor, or simply share a coffee and a conversation. ☕

To anyone else considering taking a big step like this—trust the process. It’s not easy, but it’s worth it.

Here’s to new beginnings, endless possibilities, and the courage to create a life you truly love!🌟

Cheers,

Nishi

My contribution to the eBook “Software People- Work From Home” -now on Leanpub

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I am super excited to share that I have my first ever contribution to an eBook now published on Leanpub. This eBook called “Software People- Work From Home” is initiated and compiled by Stephan Kamper and Maik Nogens which has many software professionals from all around the globe contributing their stories, experiences and ideas on their work-from-home experiences.

In my chapter , I wrote about Speaking and Engaging from home in this pandemic-induced lock-down situation. I shared my take on engaging with your colleagues, engaging with the community and also with oneself while working from home. Check out Chapter-9 in the eBook to read my contribution. Please give it a read and support this wonderful initiative –> https://leanpub.com/softwarepeopleworkfromhome

Catch updates and opinions about the book, and tweet about it using the hashtag #SoftwarePeopleWfhBook

My Work-from-Home Desk

Another fun aspect of this eBook is getting to see all the fun ‘work-from-home’ setups and desk images shared by the authors along with their write-ups. It brings a sense of belonging, understanding and normalcy to this unique situation and helps you relate to the writer’s life and experiences. I , too shared by home desk image! 🙂

Find out how software people experienced the corona-virus-caused time working from home!

Software people from all over the planet share their insights & experiences, opinions, and tips.

The coronian times during the year of 2020 have – in fact are still at the time of the writing – proven to provide a good number of challenges for everyone.

– eBook “Software People- Work From Home”

This eBook is available for free at LeanPub. Please give it a read and support this wonderful initiative! https://leanpub.com/softwarepeopleworkfromhome

Cheers

Nishi