MY VISION
I believe in creating frameworks that allow you to learn to flourish in life and business.
Time is our most precious commodity, and our job is to make the best out of it by living the most impactful and joyful life we can.
Living in the moment while working on being an impactful leader and role model comes with its own burdens. Sleepless nights, pressure, anxiety, not knowing if you can pull off your big, audacious dreams. Then there’s the fear of falling short and letting others down.
That’s why I do what I do. So, that you can be fully yourself in a life that you enjoy.
About Kinga
Multi-Passionate World Citizen
I am an international social and organizational psychologist with over 15 years of experience as an organizational and leadership development specialist in intercultural communication and personal development. I speak four languages and have grown up amongst and between cultures (including Polish, German, South African, and US), perpetuating my constant curiosity to learn more about other cultures. I have lived on three continents and currently reside in the USA.
As the first woman and social psychologist to gain access to a South African maximum-security prison, I observed first-hand the impact of emotions on self-worth and confidence. As a Doctor in Social Psychology and a trained yoga teacher, I have built a strong foundation for my practice – a balance between science and mindfulness.
Leveraging my in-depth experience, observations, and extensive training, I have created the Ziva Way Method™, a unique leadership & lifestyle philosophy that explores mindset, confidence, network building, and emotions. I have over a decade of experience working with leaders, teams, and entrepreneurs to help them achieve purposeful life goals and ambitious professional goals. I have also started several successful projects and ventures around the world, such as a cross-cultural consultancy in Germany and South Africa (ThreeClouds), an UN seed award-winning social enterprise building schools out of non-recyclable material (EcoBrick Exchange), and a global initiative to amplify women’s voices and connect women worldwide (Ziva Voices).
Some of my clients included Renault, VW, Borbet, Lazard, SEB, and Shiseido.
Qualifications & Experience
I hold a PhD in Social Psychology, a Master’s degree in Sociology focused on organizational development, as well as Philosophy and Art History degrees. I also hold a Bachelor of Honors in Group Dynamics and am a certified mediator and leadership coach.
I have a background in the corporate world as well as a long-standing track record as a social entrepreneur. As an organizational and leadership coach / advisor / consultant, I have supported clients across multiple industries (automotive, tech, banking, etc) as well as executive leaders who are structuring a career transition.
During my time in South Africa, I taught at the Nelson Mandela University, and also worked as a facilitator for international projects focused on combatting racism and supporting cultural integration and reconciliation.
Additionally, I completed a 2-year training in Sivananda Yoga, 500 hours of training at the Asheville Yoga Center, a qualification in Ayurvedic Psychology Coaching, and hold additional certifications in meditation and breathwork.
My personal and professional experiences combined with my professional training and education all contribute to my unique methodology called The Ziva Way™ Method.
About Kinga
Multi-Passionate World Citizen
I am an international social and organizational psychologist with over 15 years of experience as an organizational and leadership development specialist in intercultural communication and personal development. I speak four languages and have grown up amongst and between cultures (including Polish, German, South African, and US), perpetuating my constant curiosity to learn more about other cultures. I have lived on three continents and currently reside in the USA.
I hold a PhD in Social Psychology, a Master’s Degree in Sociology focused on organizational development, and Philosophy and Art History degrees. I also hold a Bachelor of Honors in Group Dynamics and I am certified mediator and leadership coach.
During my time in South Africa, I have taught at the Nelson Mandela University, and continuously support international university student programs. My background in corporate work, and a long-standing track record as a social entrepreneur. As an organizational and leadership coach / advisor / consultant I have supported clients in the automotive, tech-space, banking and leaders changing their career.
I have also worked as a facilitator on international projects against Racism, Cultural Integration, and reconciliation.
Additionally, I finished a 2-year training in Sivananda Yoga, 500 hours of training at the Asheville Yoga Center, Ayurvedic Psychology Coaching qualification, and additional certification in mediation and breathwork. All of which is part of my unique methodology and what I call The Ziva Way™ method.
Some of my clients included Renault, VW, Borbet, Lazard, SEB, Shiseido.
here’s the thing,
you need to know
“You can’t solve a problem with the same mind that created it” as Albert Einstein declared. But breaking free from what you have learned and what has brought you to where you are right now isn’t the easiest thing to do.
Experience
Master of Arts (Magistra Artium) Sociology & Philosophy. Focus Organizational Development
Bachelor of Honors in Group Dynamics
PhD in Social Psychology
Research in Gender & Emotions
Certified in Ayurveda
Certified Facilitator & Mediator
Trauma-Informed Care Trained
Certified in Yoga Nidra
Mindfulness Meditation Teacher
500h Yoga Teacher
Sustainable Community Development
Crisis Management
Mediator Bildungsstätte Anne Frank Frankfurt, Germany
Facilitator at Verdi, Germany
Career & Leadership Coach for various companies including VW & Borbet
Lecturer & Junior Professor Nelson Mandela University
Mindfulness Training in High Security Prison Facility
Organizational Consultant, development and researcher various companies including Lazard M&A & Renault
Integrative Coaching – Private Practice
Business Consultant – Score
I provide a range of services including keynote speaking, group coaching, team-building, corporate consulting, and facilitation.
THE EXAMPLES SPEAK TO YOU AND YOU’RE
READY TO WORK TOGETHER?
I deliver one-on-one and group coaching, workshops, and bespoke programs for leadership development and cultural transformation tailored for you and your team.
Please reach out to me to discuss your or/and your teams needs.
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Through the years
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WHAT WE DO
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