people like us

Sparking people’s full potential through talent development

We help people thrive by doing what they are good at and love doing. We equip companies and coaches with the knowledge and tools that truly make a difference

Talent-focused organizations and coaches leading the way

We want to see the spark in people's eyes. Why isn't it happening?

56% of talent goes untapped. Buried under the pressure of the day-to-day, the spark in people fades and the flame slowly dims over time. Potential goes to waste. For people, teams, and organizations.

Growth stalls

Without clear goals around development, progress halts.

Leaders get frustrated

They’re left guessing how to help.

Businesses miss out

Untapped talent means lost opportunity, and lost performance.

People disengage

They stop believing their work matters.

Coaches struggle

Lacking structure, support, or tools to make a difference.

No more waste of talent

Organizations lose talent in three ways: it stays hidden, it walks out the door, or it burns out.

At people like us we help you unlock the potential you already have before looking outside. With the data driven me.scan, targeted development programs and proven coaching methods, we turn untapped talent into lasting growth.

For businesses

Build workplaces where people are on fire

We work with leaders and HR teams to build high-performing, people-driven workplaces where individuals grow, teams energize each other, and businesses evolve with that momentum.

For coaches

Help people thrive, and grow your coaching business

We train and certify coaches to guide others in doing what they love and are great at, using a proven, structured approach that creates real, lasting change.

How do we SPARK people?

All our programs follow the SPARK method, a proven approach to talent development. It starts with an online talent scan to uncover hidden strengths within your workforce. We then turn these insights into practical development plans that create real, lasting impact.

S

Scan

Discover your team’s innate talents and hidden potential.

P

Plan

Design a personalized development path for each team member and team.

A

Activate

Tap into the untapped talents that are waiting to be unleashed.

R

Root

Embed new skills into daily routines for long-term transformation.

K

Keep

Sustain success and team happiness over time.

Discover the me.scan

The me.scan is the first step in our talent development process. This science-backed online talent scan reveals how much natural talent is being used, and where untapped potential lies.

✔️ Quick 10-minute assessment
✔️ Reveals 8 key drivers and 24 core competencies
✔️ Provides a clear roadmap for team and individual growth

Why people like us

Join the movement.

No more waste of talent.

REAL RESULTS

“We are very satisfied with the collaboration with People like us! They listen well to what we’re asking, but also like to contribute ideas and help us achieve real results!”

Nathalie Weel

PEOPLE LEAD @RAPID CIRCLE

READY FOR THE FUTURE

”With the help of People like us, peace has come to the workplace, everyone has a growth plan and we’re ready for the future. We work based on trust, with more time to focus on what we’re good at and energizes us.”

Floris de Langen

CEO @UNC INC

LIKE LOOKING IN THE MIRROR

“My experience with People like us has been absolutely positive. Since the very first session it was like looking in a mirror: they showed me more clearly what my strengths are as an employee and manager. ”

Giovanna Valsecchi

HEAD OF CONTENT @PHILIPS

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People like Melissa

October 24, 2025 No Comments

Organisaties investeren vaak volop in systemen, processen en strategie. Maar nog niet altijd even structureel in de mensen die het resultaat mogelijk maken. Melissa, inmiddels vijf jaar partner bij people like us, weet wat er gebeurt als je dat wel doet. Door haar jarenlange ervaring als countrymanager wist Melissa wat haar energie geeft en wat intuïtief werkte: mensen in hun kracht zetten, beweging brengen in een team.