Personal profile
Personal profile
Hugh Jiliang Liu works as a senior lecturer, researcher, and coach at the Hanze University of Applied Sciences and the University of Groningen. With a deep passion for both teaching and coaching, Hugh is driven by a commitment to cultivating self-awareness and emotional & cultural intelligence in his students and coachees. He believes in the words, “Every criticism, judgment, demotivation, and anger is the tragic expression of an unmet need”, adapted from Marshall Rosenberg’s philosophy. This perspective lies at the heart of Hugh’s educational and coaching practice. He focuses on nurturing his students’ and coachees’ inner peace by guiding them to recognise the underlying psychological needs, emotions, and values that shape their experiences and interactions. He believes that developing this awareness enables individuals to respond with empathy, clarity, and initiative, rather than with defensiveness. At work, Hugh also continuously deepens his own self-understanding, striving to become a more compassionate and collaborative person.
Education/Academic qualification
Developmental and Educational Psychology, Doctor of Educational Psychology, University of Groningen
External positions
Researcher, University of Groningen
1 Sept 2019 → …
Research Focus Areas Hanze University of Applied Sciences * (mandatory by Hanze)
- Entrepreneurship
- Healthy Ageing
Research Focus Areas Research Centre or Centre of Expertise * (mandatory by Hanze)
- Human Capital
Publinova themes
- Education and Teaching
- People and Society
- Language, Culture and Arts
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 03 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 04 Quality Education -
SDG 08 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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What Can a Business School Do When Generative Artificial Intelligence Replaces Entry-Level Graduate Jobs?
Liu, H., Wang, J. & Wijma, F., 28 Jan 2026, In: Journal of Education and Training Studies. 14, 2, p. 162-170 9 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Academic › peer-review
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Basic Psychological Need Support, Need Satisfaction, and Autonomous Motivation in Coach-Athlete Relationships: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Liu, H. J., M. M. De Jonge , K., Den Hartigh, R. & van Yperen, N., 15 Dec 2025, In: International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching. 0, 0Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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It Takes Two to Tango: A Dyadic Self-Determination Perspective on Need-Supportive Coaching
Liu, H., 2025, 324 p.Research output: Ph.D. Thesis › PhD Research external, graduation external
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Cultural Differences and Entrepreneurial Needs
Wanasika, I., Bakker, D., Wehner, R., Ahmed, G., Bakhadirov, M., Liu, H. (. )., Rong, L., Tsuzuki, Y., Dubickis, M., Treacy, S., Kharusi, S. A., Silva, M. G., Militaru, A., Kondalu, G., Markova, H. & Acocela, R., 2023, International Business with New Challenges and Entrepreneurial Opportunities. Akçaoğlu, E. & Wehner, R. (eds.). Würzburg: Würzburg International Business Press, p. 115-121 7 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Contribution to conference proceeding › Academic › peer-review
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Cultural Impact on Entrepreneurial Expectations
Brandt, T., Wanasika, I., Dubickis, M., Treacy, S., Pihlajarinne, H., Acocella, R., Militaru, A., Bakker, D., Liu, H. (. )., Liu, R., Tsuzuki, Y. & Vo, T., 2022, Small Firm Internationalisation and International Entrepreneurship: Managing Sustainable Innovation. Akçaoğlu, E. & Wehner, R. (eds.). Würzburg: Würzburg International Business Press, p. 10-16 7 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Contribution to conference proceeding › Academic › peer-review
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Activities
- 1 Oral presentation
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Developmental Psychology Research Meeting Presentation: It Takes Two to Tango: A Dyadic Self-Determination Perspective on Need-Supportive Coaching
Liu, H. (. ). (Speaker)
2 Feb 2025Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation