2022 (May) LinkedInLocal – The Hague – Power

The mission of LinkedInLocal events are to connect humans and get to know the people behind the profiles. Strengthen your existing connections, and build new ones. All welcome! Whether you are a student, a CEO or any other kind of human in any industry - this is an #inclusive #networking event with a focus on … Continue reading 2022 (May) LinkedInLocal – The Hague – Power

2022 (April) LinkedInLocal – The Hague – (Re)Connect

The mission of LinkedInLocal events are to connect humans and get to know the people behind the profiles. Strengthen your existing connections, and build new ones. All welcome! Theme this month: (RE)CONNECT. Whether you are a student, a CEO or any other kind of human in any industry - this is an #inclusive #networking event … Continue reading 2022 (April) LinkedInLocal – The Hague – (Re)Connect

2022 (February) TU Delft Building your Network in the Netherlands workshop

On 23 February 2022, it was super exciting to deliver the first LIVE version of this workshop after around 2 years online due to COVID. Offered by TU Delft's "Coming to Delft" service, which supports PhD and their partners to relocate to and feel at home in Delft, I really enjoy meeting the participants from … Continue reading 2022 (February) TU Delft Building your Network in the Netherlands workshop

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center opens in Scheveningen

A brand new Dutch attraction opened its doors recently in Scheveningen - LEGOLAND® Discovery Center. This indoor play area with millions of LEGO® bricks offers interactive play entertainment for children aged 3 to 12 years, along with their family and friends. Master Model Builder Arjan Groenendijk, together with three school classes from Scheveningen, symbolically opened … Continue reading LEGOLAND® Discovery Center opens in Scheveningen

WaterBear: like Netflix for Nature

Here in the Netherlands we are in our second lockdown, as well as in the middle of a cold, dark winter. Netflix is the most popular pastime for many of us looking for entertainment and escape. Personally I've enjoyed series such as Bridgeton, Outlander and my 13yo daughter's favourite - RuPaul's Drag Race! Salad for … Continue reading WaterBear: like Netflix for Nature

Organising a decade of digital photos

I've been experimenting with different apps and workflows for my 250,000 digital photos and videos from the last decade. I'd like to be able to view, edit and organise these images. After a few weeks I have to say that there is, unfortunately, no one perfect solution that meets all my needs. Here's a summary … Continue reading Organising a decade of digital photos

Impact of COVID-19 on labour market in The Netherlands

Today, 03 December 2020, I attended an online event organised by Volunteer The Hague. General impact of COVID-19 in The Netherlands on jobs Uneven impact: some industries are needing more Reskilling: People working in restaurants for example, can they be reskilledLess expats: fewer people moving to The Netherlands this yearMore competitive: more candidates for same … Continue reading Impact of COVID-19 on labour market in The Netherlands

2020 ImpactFest The Hague

#ImpactFest2020 is happening, online! On the 27th, 28th and 29th of October, impact makers from around the world will connect to accelerate innovations for the new economy. Through online interactive workshops, international speakers, dedicated roundabouts, matchmaking, investor pitches and much more, ImpactFest once again provides impact makers with the opportunity to take new steps in their … Continue reading 2020 ImpactFest The Hague

Which social media channels are companies choosing in 2020?

One of the most common questions I receive as a communications coach is “Which social media channels should I use for my business?”. This can be quite an in depth answer, depending on your business goals, strategy and resources. Most importantly - which channels are your (potential) customers using? To find out, you can of … Continue reading Which social media channels are companies choosing in 2020?

Inclusiveness in marketing images

The goal of most marketing materials (websites, brochures and more) is to appeal to the target market and build a positive brand image. Personally, I believe companies also have a social responsibility. Much marketing is seen by those well beyond the target market, and can influence the ways we see ourselves and each other. It … Continue reading Inclusiveness in marketing images

How to broadcast live on LinkedIn?

I've noticed a trend on LinkedIn of live broadcasts, so I did some research about how to do this. LinkedIn help answers the question here: https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/100225/broadcast-with-the-linkedin-live-feature?lang=en You need to apply to become a LinkedIn Live Broadcaster, and they are looking for people who will commit to broadcasting regularly. I've applied....and will let you know how … Continue reading How to broadcast live on LinkedIn?

2020 Rise and Lead Summit

The 3rd annual Rise & Lead Summit took place on 24 & 25 September 2020. Last year, I attended this event in The Hague, and this year online. Hybrid event in The Hague Founder and organisers of Rise & Lead, Ebere Akadiri, is originally from Nigeria but now living long term in the Netherlands. She … Continue reading 2020 Rise and Lead Summit