Jan Van Der Burgt

Improve your stories by fixing your Cast

People love to hear good stories. Stories are like jokes, the ones we like we tend to spread like Nutella on a loaf of bread, the ones we don't like…

For centuries, storytelling has been our primary method of transferring knowledge and creating lasting impact. And even in today's business world a good story can make the difference between value added or missed opportunity.

In this session, we'll delve into the enchanting world of crafting and sharing impactful stories, exploring how it can help you in your role as a product professional.

About the speaker:

Jan is a seasoned Product Owner Coach with a rich background in guiding product teams.

Concurrently, Jan coaches Product Owners to enhance their product management skills, he coordinates several Communities of Practice for Product Owners and he consults on product strategy.

As a Trainer, Jan designs and delivers advanced training sessions for Product Owners, he teaches Start-up Strategy and Design Thinking at a university college in Antwerp and he is a certified trainer for Training From the Back of the Room.

Throughout the years Jan gained diverse experience as a Product Owner, Scrum Master, Business Analyst , garbage collector and even as a local police officer, demonstrating his versatility and commitment to continuous learning and adaptation.

His unique blend of Belgian humor, strategic thinking, and hands-on coaching makes him a valuable for any organisation wishing to improve the way they work.