Let me introduce myself

✏️ Bio in het Nederlands

Hello everyone, my name is Bas van Kaam. I’m an author, speaker, and trainer with more than 25 years of experience in (cloud) technology, business, and personal development. For over 12 years I’ve been sharing knowledge through books, blogs, training programs, and keynotes for professionals and organizations around the world.

Financial background

My fascination with finance started early — at 14 I made my first steps on the stock market. Over the years I’ve learned how to build wealth in a smart, structured way without creating financial stress. I’ve personally experienced how difficult it can be to move forward in a world where taxes are high, housing prices keep climbing, groceries get more expensive, inflation erodes our money, and political uncertainty puts pressure on trust. That’s exactly why I developed a practical method to create financial peace of mind, even in challenging times like these.

Professional background

I primarily work as a Principal Technical Trainer and also serve as a Field CTO. I deliver training and advice worldwide in the areas of cloud technology and digital transformation. Alongside my technical career, I’ve developed a passion for personal growth, financial freedom, and life improvement — things I consistently apply in my own life as well. Through my programs and books I help people improve themselves, grow technically, reduce financial worries, and — as I like to say — never be broke again.

Not a financial advisor or lifestyle guru – and that’s exactly why it’s valuable

I’m not a financial advisor, not a lifestyle guru, and not a self-help professional. And that’s exactly why I believe my story matters. What I share doesn’t come from expensive courses or polished sales pitches, but from real-world experience. I’ve always been curious about how to grow, make better choices, and manage money in smarter ways.

I’m someone who goes all in when I commit to something. Over the past 25 years I’ve challenged and developed myself in many areas. I’ve read hundreds of books, attended countless webinars, seminars, and workshops, and most importantly, I’ve applied what I learned. Not everything worked, but by trying, failing, and starting over, I built a system that does.

That’s the difference: I don’t share theories just to sound interesting, I share what truly works in practice. Lessons I’ve tested, experienced, and passed on to others. No magic tricks, no nonsense — just common sense and persistence.

Proven in practice

Everything I share, I apply myself. It’s been tested and proven by me, my friends, and my family. And as you’ll see: you can start small — even with just a few bucks — and grow step by step. The same applies to your own journey. I’ll show you the choices I’ve made (financially, technically, and in personal development), what worked, what didn’t, and give you concrete examples you can follow without complicated theories, overpriced advice, or sneaky upsell strategies.

My mission

My goal is to help you create financial peace of mind while continuing to develop yourself, both technically and personally. No complicated jargon, no get-rich-quick promises, but clear, actionable steps that give you more control over your money and your future.