Clarity, direction and confidence — that is what coaching can bring.
For artists and creators who are looking for balance, visibility or focus in their practice, Mirjam Hijstek offers coaching that is committed, expert and tailor-made. She helps them find direction, make choices and realise plans.
A coach who understands the art world
With nearly forty years of experience working with artists, Mirjam speaks the language of the art world and understands what drives creators. Her background as an exhibition curator and professional coach provides a unique blend of structure and inspiration.
The conversations are pragmatic and open — focused on possibilities and gaining insight.
Approach & working method
In consultation, Solution-Focused Coaching can be chosen – a method that suits creative thinkers well: investigative and reflective.
Since recently obtaining her Coach Foundation diploma, Mirjam also works with the Inclusive Model, a holistic approach that strives for balance between thinking, doing, feeling and being.
Coaching offers space to pause, clarify choices and take new steps — with attention, confidence and clear direction.
Experience & guidance
Artists and curators appreciate the combination of commitment, knowledge and pragmatic approach.
The discussions provide quick insights and practical tools to move forward.
Guidance can cover:
- Networking and profiling
- Presentation and communication
- Project development
- Work-life balance
Coaching is similar to talent scouting: working together to explore strengths, direction and potential. This results in processes with depth, clarity and mutual respect.
Committed & sustainable
Sustainability, conscious living and intergenerational responsibility are recurring themes in Mirjam’s life and work.
Her coaching practice reflects an attitude of compassion, balance and optimism — with a focus on people, art and the planet.
Also for professionals outside the arts
In addition to artists, Mirjam also coaches professionals from the profit and non-profit sectors.
She prefers to focus on mindfulness, vitality, and healthy lifestyles.
Practical
Location
Coaching can be done online or on location (Eastern Netherlands)
Language
Conversations in Dutch or English
Introduction
Initial telephone consultation, without obligation, is free of charge.
Subsidy
PPO scheme reimburses 1/3 of the costs until the end of 2025
Income-based rates
- below average €50/hour *)
- around average €75/hour
- above average €100/hour
- non-profit sector €100/hour
- profit sector €125/hour
- rates exclude travel expenses
- VAT does not apply
- number of sessions per programme to be agreed upon
*) this rate applies only to a route
Please call or email me for a free, exploratory chat and discover what coaching can do for you.
Three forms of coaching for artists
One-off
STARTING POINT
- The reason is an event or issue that can be dealt with in a single conversation.
CONTENT
- a practical question about professional practice and/or the art market
CONDITIONS
- form requesting description of topic of discussion
- agreement on fee and location
Short process (3-5 meetings)
STARTING POINT
- clear request for assistance and objective
- feedback on work and artistic practice
CONTENT
- artistic content
- career strategy
- exploring the art market
- cultural entrepreneurship
- website + social media
CONDITIONS
- form requesting the formulation of a discussion topic
- agreement on rate and location
- agreement on number of sessions in the programme
Lenghty process (over 5 metings)
STARTING POINT
- development programme
- professional change
CONTENT
- artistic content
- profile as an artist
- career strategy
- exploration of the art market
- cultural entrepreneurship
- website + social media
- guidance in the learning process and personal development
- plenty of time for reflection
- clarity about potential qualities
- overcoming obstacles
CONDITIONS
- quote
- action plan
- agreement on rate and number of sessions
- extensive intake
Please call or email me for a free, exploratory chat and discover what coaching can do for you.