Professional Development

I believe the best coaches never stop learning. Throughout my career, I've continued investing in my own professional development by learning from respected teachers, researchers and practitioners around the world. Every course, workshop and conversation has expanded my perspective and ultimately benefits the people I have the privilege of coaching. These photographs capture moments from that ongoing journey.

Moments from My Professional Development Journey

  • Nicole Wijngaarden & Dr. Joe Dispenza

    Meeting Dr. Joe Dispenza

    Meeting Dr. Joe Dispenza before his Progressive Workshop in Auckland.

  • In the Zone -Dr. Joe Dispenza dancing

    Sunshine Coast Week with Dr. Joe Dispenza

    A memorable moment with Dr. Joe Dispenza during Sunshine Coast Week, an inspiring week of learning, reflection and personal growth.

  • Two men smiling and standing close together indoors, with decorative wooden lattice walls in the background.

    Dr. Joe Dispenza with Joe Vitale

    Dr. Joe Dispenza and Joe Vitale presenting together at a workshop in Kyiv, Ukraine.

  • Nicole Wijngaarden with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern

    Business Leadership Breakfast with Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern

    With the Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern at a business leadership breakfast in Wellington, New Zealand, 2021.

  • Four people standing in front of a dark curtain, smiling for the photo. The first person on the left is an elderly man with glasses, wearing a suit and tie. The second person is a woman with shoulder-length brown hair, wearing a black dress with a heart-shaped turquoise necklace. The third individual is a woman with short curly red hair, wearing a red dress and a pearl necklace.

    Learning from Bob Proctor & Mary Morrissey

    I attended a week-long Law of Attraction programme in Los Angeles with Bob Proctor, Mary Morrissey and other internationally respected presenters.

  • Nicole Wijngaarden with Mike Dooley, LOA Teacher

    Learning from Mike Dooley

    I attended Mike Dooley's workshop in Auckland in 2019. Mike is the bestselling author of the Notes from the Universe series and was featured in The Secret.

  • Nicole Wijngaarden with NLP co-founder Richard Bandler.

    NLP Training with Richard Bandler

    I attended NLP Practitioner training in London with NLP co-founder Richard Bandler, alongside trainers Cathy and John La Valle.

  • Nicole Wijngaarden with Paul McKenna in London.

    Meeting Paul McKenna

    Paul McKenna joined part of our NLP training in London and generously spent time with participants during the programme.

  • Nicole Wijngaarden and John La Valle, NLP course, London

    Training with John La Valle

    Learning from John La Valle, one of the world's leading NLP trainers, during my studies in London.

  • Nicole Wijngaarden completed her mBIT coach training.

    Completing My mBIT Coach Certification

    I completed my mBIT Coach certification in Wellington with trainers Michelle Delaney and Mal Winnie. This training deepened my understanding of how the head, heart and gut work together to support wiser decisions and lasting change.

  • Nicole Wijngaarden with Bernardo Moya, UK

    Learning from Bernardo Moya

    With Bernardo Moya, founder of The Best You and an internationally recognised NLP Master Coach and trainer, during professional training in London.

  • Nicole Wijngaarden visited Mindvalley office in Kuala Lumpur

    Visiting Mindvalley, Kuala Lumpur

    During a visit to Kuala Lumpur, I spent time at the Mindvalley headquarters and studio, home to Vishen Lakhiani and a global community dedicated to personal growth and learning.

  • Nicole Wijngaarden and JT Foxx in Wellington

    Meeting JT Foxx in Wellington, NZ

    I met JT Foxx during his Wellington event. JT is an international business strategist, entrepreneur and speaker recognised for his work in business growth and personal development.