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Successful At Work - But Unhappy?  

Coaching for experienced professionals navigating complex work-and-life decisions

You know something needs to change

 

You’re not failing. You’re over-riding yourself.

You’ve been managing external demands by silencing your own needs — and now that strategy is reaching its limit.

What you’re looking for isn’t another fix — it’s a way to make decisions that hold your entire life, today and tomorrow.

That’s what we’ll build together.

You’re settled - but no longer willing to settle

 

On the surface, things work. Underneath, something’s wearing you down — and you’re done ignoring it.

You’re not looking for a new job. You’re looking for a life that holds your real self, not just your role. 

This isn’t about escape — it’s about redesigning on your terms.

You’re juggling too many roles — and losing yourself 

 

Career, family, societal expectations — they all pull you in different directions.

You’ve been silencing your own needs to manage it all. Now you’re running on fumes.

What you need isn’t more focus, but a life that’s built on your values, not just your schedule.

You’re ready to build something that’s truly yours

 

Whether it’s a company, a role, or a new way of working — you need a blueprint that fits your life.

Not just a business plan. A system that holds your values, your energy, your relationships.

Think of it as your life’s foundation: built to hold.

That’s what we’ll design.

 

Career is more than a job

It’s shaped by the wider system around it — your values, your relationships, your energy, your legacy, your societal expectations.

If your career doesn’t allow you to live healthily, creatively, and in fulfilling relationships, it’s not a good career.

TAKE THE TEST: IS YOUR LIFE STILL GOING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION?

How I Work

 

I work with people who have built substantial careers – and realise that their current environment no longer fits. They’re ready to reassess how they want to work and live.

We start with structure: clarifying where you are, which options are realistic, and which criteria matter most to you – not only in the short term, but in the broader context of your life.

From there, we address the fundamental questions – direction, impact, and the decisions that align with your positioning.

My goal is to help you develop a clear frame of reference that enables you to navigate future changes with stability and flexibility.

Who I am

 

I’m Anke Berning. I work as a coach and sparring partner for people facing complex decisions about work, direction, and responsibility.

My background is international and interdisciplinary. I’ve lived and worked across countries, systems, and cultures — which has shaped how I think about work, identity, and what it takes to make decisions that hold up in real life.

I don’t offer answers or ready-made paths. What I bring is perspective, structure, and a way of working that helps you see more clearly what is yours to decide — and what isn’t.

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What Clients Say

Committing to my next step in life doesn't mean that I need to put myself in a box.

I am allowed to consider and act upon more than what other people count as success in my own life. Anke is a professional sounding board who helps you consider all areas of life to help you make an informed decision.

Vahri Robinson

Hawkes Bay, New Zealand

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I enlisted Anke's expertise at a time when I needed a sense of direction. Working with her made me realize how many expectations we absorb from the society we live in, and finally let me tune into what exactly it is I want - not what others want. ...

Anke has provided me with a blueprint for my future.

Amanda C.

Zurich, Switzerland

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The insights that I have gained improved my understanding of my professional self and helped in setting further career goals.

A.P.

Zurich, Switzerland

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The coaching with Anke was eye opening. Suddenly my decisions, my feelings, my experiences, my whole life seemed to form a pattern I could suddenly understand - and start with the necessary changes.

Barbara R.

Vienna, Austria

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Anke's style and methods are very effective, supporting me to refocus my thoughts and energies for the essential goals of my professional life. Also, it was a lot of fun working with her. I especially appreciate her analytical skills, her precise way of asking and her fantastic sense of humour. 

Alexandra S.

Zurich, Switzerland

 

 

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