Big shifts are smoother with the right co‑pilot.

Coach, strategist, and creative sidekick for founders, leaders, and creatives in the middle of big change.

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I’ve supported leaders from

The GuardianOracleWorld Economic ForumSony MusicGoogleAutodeskTateMITLululemonBBCNetflixB Corp

Altman shows you that your idiosyncrasies and unique skills are not the obstacles to achievement and purpose. They are the path.

Daniel Pink, NYT bestselling author

Ways to work together

Three doors. Pick yours.

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Individuals

Transition coaching

Coaching for founders, leaders, and creatives navigating a major transition.

Three or six 1:1 sessions, with support in between.

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Organisations

Facilitation & programs

Custom workshops, group facilitation, and off‑sites for teams.

Delivered through Social Fabric, a relational practice for organisations.

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Retreats

Rica Reset, Costa Rica

Join our upcoming retreat at Playa Azul, Dec 8–13, 2026.

Hosted by Early Doors, come surf, move, hang, and reset.

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Meet Jonas

Navigating the ebbs and flows of work and life can be a solo affair. It doesn’t have to be.

I’ve spent over twenty years sitting with people at the edge of what’s next: when the old map runs out and something new tries to emerge.

I’m a coach, facilitator, strategist, and someone who has had to figure out what comes next time and again. When I’m not deep in conversation, you’ll find me writing or catching waves.

2003Founded Social Fabric
2013Coaching since
PCCICF credentialed coach
6Countries lived and worked in
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From clients

“A profound experience. In our final session, I found myself overcome by tears of joy as I finally gave myself permission to start living my dreams.”

Thiago Araujo, Engineer

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“Jonas supported me in refreshing my perspective, silencing the noise, and slowing down the game so I could clearly see the most effective pass to make as a leader.”

Sam CryerFounder & CEO, Intermission Films

“Jonas brings clarity, presence, and calm to complex work. He’s trusted across teams, communicates with warmth and precision, and delivers with integrity.”

OracleFacilitation client

“A fabulous coach. Jonas is super knowledgeable, brilliant at identifying areas to focus on and helps you push (at G-force) in the right direction.”

Hana SutchCo-Founder & CEO, Go Jauntly

“Single-handedly pushed me to follow my passion and live a life worth living. An expert in asking the right questions when going through big change.”

Luke HavertyFounder, A Supper Series

“Jonas delivered multiple engagements bringing thoughtful, human-centered perspectives on work, leadership, and change.”

The GuardianFacilitation client

“Jonas has the rare and powerful gift of being both a great listener and deep thinker. I call on him when I know I’m ready to leap into the unknown.”

Mo-Ling ChuiCreative Director

Books

One on the shelf. One on the desk.

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Bestseller

Shapers

Reinvent the Way You Work and Change the Future

Nominated for Business Book of the Year and translated into Chinese.

In progress

The Stories We Tell Ourselves

A relational field guide for the in-between

Endings, the in-between, and new beginnings. Book two is on its way.

Let’s talk

Big shifts start with a small conversation.

Whether you’re at the end of a chapter, right in the middle, or embarking on a new beginning, possibilities await.

20-minute call to see if we’re a fit.

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