We talk about success a lot. But some of the best milestones aren’t flashy. Saying “no” without guilt. A quiet “yes” from a client. A slow bike ride. Balance isn’t found, it’s built. If you're making space for truth or rest, you're doing the real work.

Last week I had the honor to speak at the Shift+Enter Summit in Budapest, Hungary. A city which I used to call home, where my children were born, which holds so many good memories as well as lots of pain and headache. notes.agnesmolnar.com/p/a-special-...

If you’re wired for high achievement, slowing down isn’t easy. Rest can feel wrong. But the pressure won’t stop on its own. Take 5 minutes. No phone. Just ask: “What’s most important right now?” You might be surprised by the answer.

I used to run to stay balanced. Now I walk in the forest with no music & no noise. At first, it’s uncomfortable. Then my mind clears. Sometimes the solution I needed shows up. Your breakthroughs might not happen at your desk. Make space, not as a luxury, but as a strategy.

Burnout is real, especially in tech. At Shift+Enter Summit, I’m not talking tools or trends. I’m talking burnout: why it shows up, how to spot it, and what to do before it takes over. Join us in Budapest on Nov 26. 🎟 Info → shiftenter.hu/

“Your presence isn’t passive, it’s powerful.” That one line from my coaching assessment stuck with me. Coaching isn’t always big moments. Often, it’s a deep breath, a longer pause, a better question. It's especially helpful for deep thinkers, leaders, and anyone under pressure.

“Will this take 3 hours, 3 days, or 3 weeks?” me: “yes”

Tech says: move faster, learn faster, ship faster. But after 25+ years in IT, I know this: slowing down doesn’t mean falling behind, it means catching up with yourself. I wrote more on this topic on Substack if you’re craving a different pace: notes.agnesmolnar.com/

Coaching isn’t one-size-fits-all. My focus is identity and clarity. According to a recent assessment, my coaching energy is “Mirror.” I help people hear their truth, see what’s really going on, and reflect on what matters. It’s not fast fixes. It’s deep work. And yes, that kind of progress counts.

Coaching isn’t about quick fixes. It’s space to reflect and reconnect. I recently took a coaching assessment that named my style as “Mirror” because clients feel safe, seen & unrushed. I listen, not rush to solve. For those in transition or burnout, clarity often comes from slowing down.

At 18 I left my village for Budapest. At 20 I was embarrassed to learn English. At 28 I cried alone after my first MVP award. For years I tried to explain myself. Now I know: You don’t need to be understood to be true. 📸 From my visit to my old school in Hungary.

"I'm fine." This common response is a core behavior we often use to mask our true feelings. At first, it’s a survival strategy. Eventually, it becomes a habit. And then, without noticing, it becomes your identity. notes.agnesmolnar.com/p/the-illusi...

"Lead your search team to success." Een belangrijk onderwerp voor het succes van jouw #Microsoft365 omgeving, uitgelegd door @agnesmolnar.com op onze #DIWUG Meetup

Excited to speak at the Shift+Enter Summit on Nov 26 in Budapest! 🌍✨ This time, it’s all about burnout for tech pros. Let’s recognize the signs and find balance without losing our edge. If you’re in Hungary, join us! 🔗 More info + registration here: shiftenter.hu/

Some days are a whirlwind... deadlines, meetings, and travel. We often think we must keep going, but even the strongest need to pause. Rest isn’t weakness; it’s essential for success. How do you remind yourself to pause? Share your favorite rest rituals or reset habits! 🧘‍♀✨

How slowing down can move you forward - even when the world screams "Faster!" notes.agnesmolnar.com/p/how-slowin...

Let’s get real about Q4. What’s achievable before the year ends? What are your top 3 priorities? What can you drop? This is your chance to focus on what truly matters. Ready to finish the year strong? One chat could change everything! 📅 Book a free discovery call: scheduler.zoom.us/agnes-molnar...

In my journey as a consultant, I've found true change starts with being heard and understood. 🌟 Many high achievers overlook well-being. Here are 10 simple steps for personal and professional well-being. Remember: It's about presence, not perfection. Start small and choose one step today!

So many of us were taught to succeed, but not to rest. As a parent, I want my kids to trust themselves, know when to pause, and ask for help. We’re shaping people, not just output. What are you modeling for your team or kids? I’d love to hear! 🌟

Thinking about a career change? It can be both exciting and daunting! Fear and misconceptions often hold us back. This month, I’m sharing insights on common fears around transitions, along with practical questions to gain clarity. 📬 Join my newsletter: newsletter.agnesmolnar.com/subscribe

Friday afternoon stress release. Happy weekend, everyone.

Burnout often whispers rather than shouts. Look for subtle signs: short replies, skipped meals, and quick "I’m fine" responses. If you're leading a team, check in and create space for rest before it’s too late. What quiet signs do you notice? 👇

Not every milestone belongs on a resume. Real growth can be quiet: learning to say no, choosing rest, or stepping away from what no longer fits. Balance is built daily, not found. 🌱 What’s one shift that changed how you live or work?

October is here! 🍂 Before you race to finish the year, take a moment to reflect: - What goals did you achieve? - What surprised you? - What drained your energy? - What gave you momentum? Reflecting helps refine your strategy for Q4. Need help realigning your focus? Let’s talk!

We’ve been conditioned to believe strength means pushing through. But I’ve come to learn that real strength looks very different. It’s about honoring your limits, and knowing they don’t make you weak, they make you wise. 👉 How do you define strength today? Let's rethink it together!

How often do you tell yourself, “It’s just a busy season”? But that season never ends. Your nervous system needs recovery, rest, and gentleness. What “busy season” are you waiting to pass? What if you slowed down now? #Mindfulness

Noticing the language we use with ourselves can transform our healing journey. Words shape our reality, holding us back or opening doors to possibility. What "instead of" reframe do you need right now? Share in the comments! 💬 #SelfTalk

“How are you?” - they ask. “I’m fine.” - you respond. You never say what you really feel. You never say “I feel empty.” How are you today? How would you answer without “I’m fine”? How are you, really? substack.com/@agnesmolnar...

What if you didn’t always have to be the strong one? When you’re the reliable one, your needs often get lost. Who’s there to support you? Imagine giving yourself the freedom to be tender and messy. Sometimes, transformation starts with releasing that heavy role.

You don't have to be understood to be true notes.agnesmolnar.com/p/you-dont-h...

As a new experiment, I started a new Substack. Mix of longer posts and shorter notes. If you want to follow me, LinkedIn and Substack are the places. See you over there. 🫶🏻 notes.agnesmolnar.com

Saw this bold poster that said: "If you don’t love what you’re doing, change it. This is your life. Do what you love. It’s never too late." It got me thinking, when will we stop waiting for "someday"? Change requires courage now. 👉 What small shift have you been putting off?

What if each month you got a little nudge to pause, reflect, and embrace something new? 🌱 My newsletter is just that, a space to uncover the stories that hold us back and the practices that lead us to freedom. Subscribe here: newsletter.agnesmolnar.com/subscribe 💌

We often assume we'll have time for ourselves later. But "later" never comes. Unless we create time for ourselves now, it will always slip further away. How would your life change if you rewrote your belief about time? ⏳✨

September always feels like a new beginning, and suddenly our calendars fill up again - meetings, emails, travel, family commitments, and all those little things we put off “until after the summer.” But what if, just this once, you gave yourself permission to pause? open.substack.com/pub/agnesmol...

Last month in France, I watched fishermen cast and release their catch, a quiet ritual. It made me think: are we too swimming in our own ponds? 👉 What’s your pond? 👉 What beliefs are you stuck in? Are you ready to leap into a bigger, wilder lake? 🌊

I used to think changing careers meant failure. But taking that brave step was my biggest growth moment! If you’re feeling stuck, ask yourself: ➡️ What’s truly driving your desire to change? ➡️ How will you feel in five or ten years if you stay where you are? ➡️ Who can you lean on for support?

In my coaching, I see that the fear of disappointing others often overshadows the fear of failure. Remember: If your success makes others uncomfortable, that’s okay. You don’t owe anyone your stuckness, you owe yourself alignment. 💪✨

I am blessed that work brings me to amazing places and allows me to meet & work with wonderful people around the world. Sometimes discovering new countries, exciting and adventurous; sometimes back to a long-time client, same office, same hotel, all familiar. In Manila this week again. I’m grateful.

Standing at the same place, the front doors of a hotel and business center, looking left and right. A moment of peace in this crazy world. #travel #travelphotography #philippines #manila

Self-sabotage often hides in the quiet stories we tell ourselves. The shift starts with a question and the courage to answer honestly. I wrote about 10 questions that have helped my clients break the cycle. Read them here: www.agnesmolnar.com/post/why-we-...

Life doesn’t need to be fixed. It needs room to breathe. I stopped blaming myself for being behind. And started building margin into my week, on purpose. Not for more work. But for the unexpected. What might shift if you did, too?

In my coaching practice, I encourage clients to color-code their calendars, by energy, not just tasks. 💚 Green = energizing ❤️ Red = draining 🤍 White = restorative Because a full calendar doesn’t mean a full life. What color is your week right now?

Spent a week by a lake in France, watching fishermen, and thinking about the routines we all swim in. Are we just fish in our own ponds - caught by the same habits and beliefs, day after day? What might happen if we dared to explore beyond our familiar waters? www.agnesmolnar.com/post/are-we-...

All it takes is a single flame... #quote #selflove

Burnout can be subtle, showing up as emotional flatness or persistent thoughts of "I should handle this." On August 25 I'll be in Eindhoven for a burnout prevention session, where we'll explore patterns and tools for sustainability. Curious about bringing this to your organization? Let’s chat!

You’re not lazy. That guilt when things feel too good? That pull to skip the thing that energizes you? That’s not failure, it’s a pattern. And it can change. I started a community for these exact moments. Come check it out: lounge.agnesmolnar.com/c/lounge/

Starting a new blog series: Two People Talking. It’s about the kind of conversation that doesn’t aim to persuade, just to understand. First post: Two women. One just married. One just divorced. Different choices. Same courage. ✨ Read it: www.agnesmolnar.com/post/two-wom...

The first time I felt calm after leaving a toxic space, I got more anxious. Turns out my nervous system had learned to mistake stress for safety. Healing isn’t just getting out, it’s learning how to stay.

Leaving toxic situations can feel disorienting. 🌪️ It's not failure, just your nervous system adjusting. You're not alone! As a coach who's been there, I'm here to help you break free. Ready to reclaim your peace? Let's chat! www.agnesmolnar.com/contact