2015 IBMS Startweek

For the academic year of 2015-16, I was involved in "Startweek" - the kick off programme for all IBMS (International Business & Management Studies) students at The Hague Universities of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. I had the pleasure of hosting a class of 28 students from 10 different countries: the NetherlandsBelarusRussiaEgyptGermanyHungaryChinaUnited States of AmericaKosovoAruba … Continue reading 2015 IBMS Startweek

A list of Photo Editing Tools

Picasa Was my favourite!  Unfortunately no longer available. iPhoto Now called Apple Photos Photoshop From Adobe, I have this and keep trying to learn but find it complicated.  It definitely is at the peak of photo editing though.  Lightroom is a more simple version, more designed to organise photos but can also do some editing. … Continue reading A list of Photo Editing Tools

2015-16 Academic Year Opening The Hague University of Applied Sciences

Each year, there is an official opening event at The Hague University of Applied Sciences, The Netherlands, where I work part time. The opening of the academic year 2015-16 on 31 August 2015 was attended by His Majesty King Willem-Alexander. He gave the opening address in the AULA, for which I was fortunate to be … Continue reading 2015-16 Academic Year Opening The Hague University of Applied Sciences

A list of CRM (Customer Relationship Management) systems

This post is part of a series where I am compiling lists of various tools for individuals and business, and sharing some of my experiences and examples for each.  Here are links to all the Zestee lists so far: list of elearning platforms list of social media platforms list of CRM (customer relationship management) systems (this … Continue reading A list of CRM (Customer Relationship Management) systems

One page business plan: The Business Model Canvas

This is one of my favourite business tools.  I wrote about it sometime ago on another website of mine here: http://professionalparentsnetwork.org/create-easy-effective-business-plan-busy-professional-parents/ This was something I was using with Professional Parents - those who balance family and work - and found it perfect for small business.  However I've since learnt that even very large organisations - … Continue reading One page business plan: The Business Model Canvas

A High Tea in The Hague to help Syrian refugees build a business

Last week, I attended a High Tea in The Hague, organised to raise awareness of the Basmeh and Zeitooneh Syrian Refugee Relief project. Beatrice is based in The Hague, and introduced us to the products made by displaced women from Syria, currently living and working in Lebanon. I took this short video where Kathy introduces … Continue reading A High Tea in The Hague to help Syrian refugees build a business

Open the Door Workshop: Tap into your strengths

Last year, I was very fortunate to take part in a Lean In Circle close to where I live in Delft, The Netherlands.  As I write regularly about on another blog, Professional Parents Network, I am a seeker and advocate of family, work, balance.  This group, inspired by the Lean In book by Sheryl Sandburg was … Continue reading Open the Door Workshop: Tap into your strengths

Dutch Government giving grants to support SMEs to go global

If you are a SME (small to medium sized) business based in the Netherlands and considering going global, this is a great opportunity to get some support from a government grant, in conjunction with the Dutch World Trade Centres. The SIB (Starters International Business) Program offers a voucher for 2400 euros, which covers coaching to create … Continue reading Dutch Government giving grants to support SMEs to go global

30 things to think about when creating an elearning course

Yesterday, I published this blog post: How to create an ecourse - where to start In it, my friend, Manuela, and I came up with 30 things to think about when creating an elearning course.  We spent several hours researching and discussing these points, and you can find a list of all those questions, organised … Continue reading 30 things to think about when creating an elearning course

How to create an ecourse – where to start

Would you like to teach online? I am here today with a friend of mine, Manuela, and we have designated it "elearning day". Both of us are keen to get an ecourse set up and running. We thought we would share the process with you, so that anyone interested can also learn how to go about this. We'd love your comments, questions and feedback below as well!

Zestee Social Media School: Free training for feedback for first 50 to email me

The Zestee Social Media School has been running now for 3 years. In late 2014, I ran the most recent version but when I started teaching at The Hague University and also needed to deal with my website being hacked, I let it lapse. However now, I am revamping it for 2015 and am offering … Continue reading Zestee Social Media School: Free training for feedback for first 50 to email me

2015 Storytelling for Business Workshop

On Thursday 28th May, 2015, I attended a Storytelling for Business workshop, facilitated by Helen Kuyper of 24-7 Storytelling.  I first met Helen at the WBII (Women's Business Initiative International) in August 2014 and you can read my previous blogpost here: The Power of Storytelling Event Highlights.  The workshop that week built on the interest … Continue reading 2015 Storytelling for Business Workshop