I help mid-career
professionals in crisis
find purpose, direction,
and move forward
with confidence
Does this feel familiar?
You’re navigating a destabilizing change – an unexpected layoff, a health-related leave, or something you can’t quite name
You’ve always felt a little “out of step”, and now you’re starting to ask why
You wonder why others seem to manage routine and deadlines while you’re stuck in cycles of procrastination, anxiety, or self-doubt
It feels like you’ve lost momentum, direction – or both
If so, you’re not alone. And you’re in the right place.
There is no shame in our vulnerable moments. Life is unpredictable. But there is always a path forward.
What you can expect from coaching
Self-awareness & clarity
We’ll start by exploring what’s going on beneath the surface – what you truly want (not just what you think you should want). I'll help you:
Bring order and clarity to complex crises
Analyze causes and patterns
Understand your unique wiring and its impacts
Identify your core strengths
Get clear on what’s meaningful to you right now
Self-acceptance & confidence
No one has ever shamed their way into a happier life!You’ll learn to shift from self-criticism to curiosity.Together, we’ll lean into your strengths to build a foundation of confidence and compassion that supports real change.You’ll stop asking, “What’s wrong with me?”And start asking, “What do I need to thrive?”
Strategy & plan
Now we can build a strategy based on authenticity:
Crafting a career goal that aligns with who you really are and developing a job search strategy that takes you closer to your goal
Practicing how to talk about yourself – on your CV, in interviews, and in conversations – in a way that feels genuine for you
Identifying practical tools that work best for your energy, attention, and nervous system, along with accountability strategies to stay on track
Reconnect with joy
You’ll rediscover what energizes and inspires you.What used to bring you joy before things got hard?What do you want more of in your life?This spark matters. Let’s make space for it again.
I’m wired a bit differently, too…
I’m Jens.For years, I led international organizations, advised governments, and managed high-stakes conflicts. But when I left corporate life and branched out on my own, I felt lost. Simple tasks became strangely hard without the external pressure of tight deadlines. I couldn’t figure out why.At 48, I was diagnosed with ADHD – attention-deficit / hyperactivity disorder.That diagnosis explained a lot: the procrastination, the bursts of creativity followed by burnout, the sense of underachievement despite obvious competence. It also deepened my compassion – for myself, and for others navigating life with minds that don’t quite fit the mold. But understanding alone didn’t solve my problems. Learning coaching tools helped me.Before becoming a coach, I trained as a lawyer in Germany and worked as CEO of a UK copyright organization, then as Secretary General of the International Publishers Association in Geneva. Eventually, I stepped away from policy work and trained in end-of-life care at a hospice. There I learned to accept and see people in their rich diversity, without judgement, and to help them live their lives as the moments become more and more precious.
There is no single way forward, but there is a path – perhaps even a few – that are realistic and that you can take. Let’s start here.
Start with a free session
If you'd like to experience how even a short coaching session can create a positive change in your life, try a free,
no-obligation consultation:
60-minute session in English, German or French
Online or in-person (in office or walk-and-talk)
Leave knowing whether coaching with me feels right for you
What my clients say
Jens is a very effective coach. His professional, sharp, and direct style is softened by his sense of humour and empathy. His unusual questions and unexpected interjections helped me drill down quickly and understand complex issues more deeply.I always came out of coaching sessions with plenty to think about, some clear next steps and a new sense of optimism. I recommend Jens to anyone who feels stuck in a complex problem and truly wants to get out.
Alex von J., IT
Coaching with Jens has changed my life for the better. Through his guidance, I learned how to show up as my authentic self, which opened doors to professional opportunities in my life that I would have only dreamed of in the past.Jens is also highly skilled at working with neurodiverse individuals. If you've struggled with a lack of belonging or difficulties navigating neurotypical societal norms, Jens will embrace your unique way of being as an asset and coach you in identifying and amplifying your strengths.
Dani M., Applied Physicist
I've got the job! This is the result of a marvellous two-month coaching session with Jens Bammel, who methodically and strategically built me up to this success.I'm 56 years old and an all-rounder. There were perhaps 3 suitable job offers per month. It was more than helpful that Jens accompanied me through the job search and organised this time with structure and tasks. We developed and tried out ways that I wouldn't have thought of on my own. And they worked. Jens correctly assessed my strengths and encouraged me.
Joachim N., Project Manager
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