The Strategic Sister's Manifesto

For Smart Women Who Refuse to Choose Between Success and Love

My mission: To Give Smart Women an Advantage

For years, in the fitting rooms of luxury boutiques and the quiet corners of airport lounges, I became a confidante to a global network of ambitious women. They could command a boardroom, but their confidence flickered when it came to dating.

They were tired. Tired of being fed a diet of hopeful platitudes and outdated advice that simply didn't work for their lives.

I realized the problem wasn't them. It was their playbook.

My mission became crystal clear: to stop telling women to "just be patient" and start giving them a real, actionable strategy. This isn't about changing who you are. It's about giving you the framework to be the most powerful, authentic version of yourself.

Ivy van Houten; Strategic Dating Method for Women;  Private community for dating advice
Ivy van Houten; Strategic Dating Method for Women;  Private community for dating advice

Does This Sound Familiar?

Let's break down the real challenges smart women face in dating—and the strategic framework to solve them.

A Trusted Voice for a Global Community

Ivy’s expertise isn't new. Her first book on the subject, Love on the Go, quickly became a word-of-mouth hit, earning a 5-star average rating from over 60 readers on Amazon across multiple languages. It was the feedback from that dedicated readership that inspired her to create the even more powerful, strategic system you'll find in The Amsterdam Advantage.

See what early readers are calling a "complete game-changer":

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As a founder, my time is my most valuable asset. I approached dating with the same hope-and-pray method I'd never use in my business. Ivy's advice were a complete mindset shift. It's not just a guide; it's a data-driven system that stopped me from wasting hours on dead-end connections. The advantage gave me the ROI I was looking for in my love life. A total game-changer.

Sarah M.

After my divorce, I thought I'd forgotten how to date, especially as a successful woman. Ivy's method didn't just give me tactics; it gave me permission to be unapologetically myself. I became the hunter, not the hunted any more. This mindset was a revelation. I started dating with a sense of confidence and control I hadn't felt in years. This was is about so much more than visiting Amsterdam.

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Living in Amsterdam, I thought I knew my city. Ivy's view showed me a version I'd never seen before—a strategic playground. She absolutely nails the nuances of Dutch dating culture, but what's brilliant is how she turns our local spots into tools for connection. I've started using her venue selection framework and the quality of my dates has skyrocketed. She's given me an advantage in my own hometown.

As a romantic, I was skeptical of the word 'strategy.' I thought it would kill the magic. Ivy proved me wrong. Her approach isn't about being cold; it's about creating the perfect conditions for magic to happen. It's the difference between hoping for a beautiful story and becoming the architect of one. A truly intelligent and sophisticated guide.

Sanne F.

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The book is your playbook, but the Inner Circle is your team. This is where the real conversation happens.

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The Amsterdam Advantage; How smart women turn Amsterdam into their playground; travel dating advice
The Amsterdam Advantage; How smart women turn Amsterdam into their playground; travel dating advice
The complete, field-tested playbook for turning Amsterdam into your personal dating playground. This is your guide to swiping smarter, flirting bolder, and creating unforgettable stories.
Amsterdam dating guide; taking control of your dating life; dating advice
Amsterdam dating guide; taking control of your dating life; dating advice
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