Hester Macrander

Critic
DISC Type : C

Gecertificeerd trainer en mediator in Verbindende Communicatie: lezingen, trainingen, mediations at Studio 2V, Vrijheid en Verbinding

Arnhem-Nijmegen Region, Netherlands

Overview

Hester Macrander is an internationally certified trainer in Nonviolent (Connecting) Communication, mediator, and author. She leverages her background as a Dutch language specialist and theater maker to deliver dynamic training and lectures through her company, Studio 2V. People describe her as energetic, humorous, clear, and inspiring.

Her interests are deeply rooted in the intersection of language, theater, human behavior, and communication. A former professional cabaret performer and columnist for national media, Hester now channels her creativity into workshops, books, and even a podcast where she seeks connection with people who have opposing views.

Unique fact: Hester seamlessly transitioned from a career as a professional cabaret artist on Dutch stages to becoming a leading expert and author in conflict mediation and communication.

Personality Overview

ROI Driven

Critic

Negotiator

They are quite likely to negotiate on pricing or other key terms.  They don’t appreciate bells and whistles unless backed by data. They prefer to do logical analysis and value evidence over emotions.

Topics They Care About

Connecting Communication
Her core work involves training, mediating, and writing about Nonviolent Communication (NVC), which she sees as a way of life and a tool for social change.
Personal Development
She is fascinated by what drives people and aims to empower them through increased self-awareness, personal responsibility, and emotional regulation, as seen in her 'Levenskunst' course.
Conflict Resolution
As a mediator and trainer, her focus is on transforming conflict by understanding underlying human needs, a topic she also explores in her 'Bubbles Overbruggen' podcast.

Media Appearances

Presentatie Hester Macrander – Macht met in mediation – VMO themabijeenkomst 24 oktober 2024, Arnhem. Featured in VMO Mediators

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Hester Macrander – Auteur op Managementboek.nl. Featured in Managementboek.nl

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PE activiteit – Hester Macrander – MFN-register. Featured in MFN-register.nl

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Work History

Gecertificeerd trainer en mediator in Verbindende Communicatie: lezingen, trainingen, mediations at Studio 2V, Vrijheid en Verbinding
1-1985
zzp'er: workshops, dagvoorzitterschap, auteur at Zelfstandig ondernemer. Taal, theater, gedrag en communicatie.
5-1991
Theatermaker at Hester Macrander
1-1993
Columnist, publicist at Diverse media

Education

2006 - 2016
International certification from Center for Nonviolent Communication
2002 - 2004
Bachelor from HAN University of Applied Sciences

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Exp : 40 Location : Arnhem-Nijmegen Region, Netherlands Job Level : N/A Designation : Gecertificeerd trainer en mediator in Verbindende Communicatie: lezingen, trainingen, mediations at Studio 2V, Vrijheid en Verbinding
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Insights For Selling To Hester

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • If you can, show them industry reports or analyst comments instead of sharing anecdotal stories
  • Keep some extra margin while sharing pricing, they are likely to negotiate later
  • Leverage facts and figures wherever possible; use percentages, numbers etc.

DONT's

  • Avoid phrases like ‘trust me’, ‘others just love’ etc.
  • Don’t try too hard to build a relationship with them
  • Make extra effort to not seem pushy or confrontational

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Hester is

  • Strong evidence of ROI, effective pricing, and proven data points matter the most to them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Hester

  • It is not very hard for them to say no if they are not convinced about the decision.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Hester move?

  • They are neither the fastest nor the slowest decision makers, they are somewhere in the middle.
  • Can Hester take some risk or not?

  • They can bear some risk if their analysis backs the decision.

You And Hester

Personality Compatibility


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