4 days / 18-21 September 2025

Design Your Life:
Crafting a Career
With purpose

Join us!

From Doubt to Drive

 

Are you experiencing:

  • Doubts regarding university selections
  • Stress-related to career decisions
  • Difficulties in aligning passions with personal values

You’re not alone!

This workshop will help you overcome obstacles and find a clearer, more purposeful direction for your future.

Join us to explore new pathways and ignite your passion for a meaningful life.

An online studio for Students & Young Professionals age 18-30

4 days / 18-21 September 2025

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WHEN

Thursday to Sunday

18 – 21 September 2025

5:00 pm-9:30 pm CET with breaks

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WHERE

Online Live on Zoom

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WHO CAN ATTEND

High-school graduates,
University students &
Young professionals
Age 18-30

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COST

CHF 1’200
Discounts and Scholarships
available upon request

You are the CEO
of your life

You have the power to shape your journey. You define your goals, make key decisions, and navigate challenges.
Embrace this role to create a life that reflects your values and aspirations—lead with intention and purpose!
I'm ready!

Welcome to your Design Your Life Studio!

Thursday to Sunday September 18-21

5:00 pm-9:30 pm CET with breaks

What you can expect:

  • Four online sessions, each lasting 4.5 hours.
  • Active Engagement: The more you give, the more you get!
  • Interactive Workshop: Share key concepts and participate in pairs and group work.
  • A digital workbook unique to this program with worksheets.
  • Training logistics and pre-work details will be sent to you a week prior to the start of the Studio.

What do you need to participate:

  • Laptop or Desktop computer with camera and microphone to connect to zoom
  • A sufficient internet connection to connect to Zoom!
  • Session 1: Discovering Your True North
    • Identify your unique talents, interests, and passions
    • Explore how to have a positive impact on groups, local issues, and global problems
    • Combine your passions and impact opportunities to uncover your true purpose
  • Session 2: Strategic and Design Thinking for Your Life
    • Learn the non-linear, iterative Design Thinking process
    • Visualize and prototype future versions of yourself
    • Integrate sustainability and core values into your design choices
  • Session 3: Aligning Your Career and Character
    • Identify areas where you can make adjustments to align your daily habits and routines better
    • Develop a personalized action plan with concrete steps to create more harmony between your values and actions
    • Discuss strategies for overcoming common obstacles and maintaining momentum
  • Session 4: Cultivating Resilience and Well-being
    • Establish ground rules for the course to foster commitment and empowerment
    • Practice daily check-ins to monitor your feelings, energy, and mindset
    • Utilize the Feeling Wheel to develop emotional awareness and self-care

 

Join us on this journey of growth and connection!

Join us!

Key Insights & Takeaways

This workshop will help YOU identify your unique talents and utilize various tools to craft a purposeful life plan, including:

Key Concepts

 

  • Neuroscience
  • Positive Psychology & CBT
  • Mental Health & Wellness
  • Executive Coaching
  • Strategic Thinking & Planning
  • Life Design from Stanford University

Takeaways

 

  • Building Relationships: Make meaningful connections with like-minded peers.
  • Discover Your Core Values: Clarify what matters most to guide your decisions.
  • Prototype Life Experiences: Explore various career paths with Stanford’s Life Design approach.
  • Create a Personal Vision: Craft a vision and mission statement reflecting your goals.
  • Build Essential Skills: Strengthen self-regulation, self-awareness, and resilience.
  • Align Your Career and Character: Integrate your professional and personal identities.

Testimonials

I learned to simplify my problems and break them down, making them easier to tackle and solve

Johannes, Brazil

I discovered the power of my own story and how sharing it can impact others, which has boosted my self-confidence

Katie, USA

I built a belief in my ability to take action and change my situation, fostering a sense of empowerment

Tabile, South Africa

I learned to embrace fear and use it as a guide rather than a barrier, allowing me to push my limits

Alex, Taiwan/USA

I discovered the importance of saying ‘yes’ to new experiences, which can lead to unexpected and positive changes in my life.

Devansh, India

I learned that I need to have a healthy mind and a healthy heart if I want to achieve greatness in my life.

Ella, Malta

Speakers

Passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives through education for future and current leaders, Gosia and Christoph bring a wealth of experience to their roles. They believe in the power of education to transform lives and workplaces.

Gosia Skorupska Ott

Gosia, a certified life and career coach, trainer of breathwork, and Stanford-trained lecturer in Life Design, founded Real Resilience. Her company focuses on guiding teenagers and adults through transitions towards more meaningful lives, utilizing mentoring, coaching, mindfulness, and breathwork practices.

Christoph Ott

Christoph, also Stanford-trained in Life Design, is committed to creating compelling visions and strategies anchored in trust, respect, and empowerment in both education and corporate settings. As an executive coach and strategic advisor to C-suite executives and managers, he aims to transform workplaces and schools into thriving communities. Christoph is also a university lecturer on strategy, marketing, and meaningful careers.

Why Attend

“Let go of who you think you are supposed to be, embrace who you are.” Brené Brown

This transformative studio is based on a proven methodology that has successfully empowered students across 10 universities in 7 countries on two continents. By joining this workshop, you’ll be part of an educational experience that has helped hundreds of students and young professionals find their path.

Unleash your potential and align your unique talents with your values to create a career that truly resonates with your authentic self. Our internationally tested approach combines academic rigor with practical tools for real-world application.

By the end of this studio, you’ll be equipped with practical tools to design a life of purpose, ensuring your career choices lead to genuine fulfillment and positive energy!

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Optional Psychometric Testing

Cost: 500 CHF

Unlock deeper insights into your strengths and preferences with the Wave psychometric test—one of the most powerful assessments available! This comprehensive test comes with a 1.5-hour debriefing session, guiding you through your results and helping you understand how they can inform your personal and professional growth. Get ready to discover the keys to unlocking your potential!

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  • In-depth Assessment:
    Gain valuable insights into your personality and potential.
  • Extensive Debriefing:
    Receive a thorough analysis of your results for actionable
    takeaways.
  • Expert Guidance:
    Benefit from professional interpretation to enhance your
    self-awareness.