Pulling back might be the boldest move you can make

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Coming soon: The Slingshot Effect
by Carmen Van Kerckhove

What if your greatest momentum doesn’t come from pushing forward—but from pulling back?

In The Slingshot Effect (Crown Currency), Carmen Van Kerckhove offers a bold reframe for how we navigate transition—personally, professionally, and organizationally. Drawing from her own unconventional career path, compelling cultural analysis, and stories of reinvention, Carmen reveals why stepping back isn’t failure—it’s often the smartest, most strategic move you can make.

For individuals, it’s about redefining ambition on your own terms.

For leaders, it’s about guiding teams through uncertainty with clarity.

For organizations, it’s about evolving with intention—not illusion.

Whether you’re questioning the system, rebuilding after burnout, or leading through disruption, The Slingshot Effect will shift how you think about growth.

If your sense of self has gotten tangled up in roles, titles, accomplishments or the pressure to stay impressive—this guide is for you.