Like many, I’ve had my fair share of struggles navigating the ups and downs of my career. Along the way, I’ve also had the privilege of helping others work through theirs. My journey has been deeply shaped by both personal and professional challenges, and this experience informs everything I do.

Insights from being a Corporate Executive and Headhunter

I know firsthand what it’s like to navigate the complexities of large corporations. In one particularly demanding leadership role, I lost 5kg in just six months—no small feat for someone already naturally skinny! Balancing the weight of high-stakes decisions, corporate politics, and professional demands with the need for a fulfilling personal life is no easy task. The constant juggling act can take a toll on both body and mind. Having walked that path, I deeply understand the challenges my clients face.

Later, during my time as a headhunter in my own firm, I worked closely with professional candidates as a trusted sounding board, helping them navigate career transitions, switch industries, relocate internationally, and manage the stress of change. In turn, I also learned from them—their strategies for climbing the corporate ladder, pivoting careers, and handling the day-to-day demands of professional life. It was a shared journey of growth and insight, both for them and for me.

Building Businesses from the Inside Out

As the co-founder of an executive search firm, I’ve spent years working with companies—from massive corporations with tens of thousands of employees to small startups with just a few people—finding the right talent to move their businesses forward. Beyond recruitment, I partnered with business owners to shape workforce strategies, align technical requirements, and refine their overall operations.

Running a business is far more than managing people; it’s about solving problems, optimizing services, and continuously adapting to market demands. As a business owner, I understand the weight of responsibility. I’ve been there, refining marketing strategies, fine-tuning offerings, and making sure that everything—from operations to messaging—fits together in a way that truly serves clients' needs. I know what it takes to build and grow a business from the inside out, making sure everything runs smoothly and moves in the right direction.

My work led me to be featured in newspaper and publications and invited to speak in conferences.

Finding Meaning and Connection

My career path hasn’t been linear, and that’s what gives me the ability to relate to clients at various stages of their journeys. I’ve worked across multiple industries, taken on diverse roles, and learned that each step contributes to personal and professional growth in unexpected ways.

From teaching Public Relations, Event Management, and communication skills at the Police Academy and Educational Institutes to leading special events at a luxury casino resort with multi-million-dollar budgets, I’ve accumulated a wealth of experience. These roles have helped me understand how people think, work, and grow in a variety of environments.

One of the most fulfilling projects I led was a storytelling program, designed to connect a workforce of 7,700 employees through shared narratives. This was not just about crafting stories—it was about building a culture where people felt seen and heard in a large organization. Watching leaders connect with frontline staff through storytelling reaffirmed my belief in the power of authentic communication and the importance of human connection.

Learning from Mentors and Experiences

Throughout my career, I’ve been fortunate to have mentors who taught me the importance of leading with heart, strategic thinking, building alliances, and thriving in complex cultural environments. These mentors helped me see the power of personal connections built on trust, not hierarchy.

My late husband—who was the first CEO to build Macau Airport Management company from the ground up—was one of my greatest mentors. His role was incredibly complex and demanding, beginning a year before the airport even opened. In a city without aviation professionals, he had to build the organization from scratch while navigating the political intricacies of Macau’s transition from Portuguese to Chinese administration. Beyond managing the company that is in charge of Air Traffic control and aeronautical operations, he also served as Airport Director, overseeing everything from passenger and cargo handling to security, aircraft catering, and the commercial activities of food outlets and duty-free shops.

As a Portuguese national leading in a Chinese cultural environment, he also had to bridge cultural differences, working with staff members from over six countries.

His insights gave me a front-row view of the immense challenges leaders face—from high-level negotiations to fostering team dynamics—providing me with a deep understanding of the struggles my clients encounter today. I don’t just listen; I offer thoughtful perspective to help them regain balance and find clarity amidst the chaos.

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My mentor - Michael Neill - the coach of coaches

My forever teacher - Eckhart Tolle talked about

“How to calm the voice inside”

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I'm the kind of person who gets lost in a good book, whether it's about the latest findings of  quantum mechanic or the simple joys of living a life filled with meaning. My curiosity doesn't stop there—I've dabbled in some ancient alternative and metaphysical systems such as Human Design, Numerology, and even Tarot card reading.

In a mix of all sorts of things that catch my fancy, I'm just as passionate about getting things done, and keeping up with the latest tech. This website? Yep, it's my handiwork, built from scratch. My years working in Public Relations and as a magazine editor have come in handy. I chose the colour scheme and layout and tweaked and retweaked it, wrote the contents and then rewrote them all over again several times. The only thing I didn’t touch is the logo I designed, I really love it. Don’t be surprised though if this website looks different next time you come to visit. 

A few years back, I picked up drawing and oil painting, and it's helped me to become even more mindful about the world we live in and fully appreciate the beauty of nature. Whenever I have the opportunity, I watch the ever changing clouds and ocean waves, and get up close to really look at the petals of a flower, the texture of tree bark, or the tiny wings of a butterfly.

I love to travel and have visited 34 countries. For me, the part I treasure most in my trips is meeting new people and making connections—I have an insatiable curiosity about human beings. The people I’ve met along the way remind me that, although we’re heavily conditioned by the culture and society we live in, at our core, we all want the same things: safety and security, peace of mind, to be seen, and genuine connections.

But… I'm also that person who can happily dive into a nerdy rabbit hole for days on end.😊

You can find some of my artworks on Instagram.