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Best products win Hearts, best Experiences win markets! Yesterday, we had the privilege of hosting an important customer at our HQ in Amsterdam. We presented concepts that showcase the power of blending ''product excellence'' with focus on ''Customer experience''. It wasn’t just a showcase of our latest innovations—it was a deep dive into what truly drives success in retail such as exceptional customer experience and empowering sales teams. Being able to introduce a great product can give you a head start, the next exercise consist in elevating the experience for our customer's customers, the end user. By leveraging insights, we can better understand visiting customers, curate tailored product selections, and craft messaging that resonates and decrease friction in the purchasing journey. We create concepts to take away the hurdles in the in-store journey, we’ll implement  QR codes, real-time visualization, live demo and technology such as blockchain to help seamlessly connect the digital and physical retail and improve the visitors searching experience. We discussed the importance of providing sales associates with the right training and tools to enhance their product knowledge. We’ve developed a variety of tailored programs that have proven to be highly effective in driving value for both the associates and the end user, ensuring a better in-store experience and stronger customer engagement.   Collaborating with our customers to streamline this journey is incredibly rewarding moment, in that process we try to be the best listeners. I believe in the combination of great products and seamless experience, both in-store and online as it is what drives deeper impact and conversion. We were excited to show that it is not just about the products, it’s about understanding the customers behind them and creating frictionless, engaging retail experiences for them. On the pictures you see a few of the many rooms that had been setup for the occassion, beside being grateful for our customers efforts a big shoot to our marketing and PM team that supported us in that journey. Thx. Juliette, Maud, Tjako, Michael, Amelia! #CustomerExperience #productexcellence #retailinnovation #Belkin

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LG has acquired an 80% stake in Dutch smart home platform Athom to expand its ThinQ ecosystem. This acquisition will enable LG to integrate third-party devices, such as those from Sonos, Ikea, Aqara, Philips Hue, and more, into its smart home platform. Athom's Homey connectivity will provide LG with a broader range of device compatibility, allowing it to better compete with rivals like Samsung's SmartThings. The deal is expected to benefit both companies. LG will gain access to a large user base and valuable insights into consumer behavior. Athom will continue to operate independently, maintaining its brand and product development. While the financial details of the acquisition remain undisclosed, it is estimated to be worth around $61 million. This strategic move positions LG as a major player in the smart home market. By combining LG's appliance expertise with Athom's connectivity capabilities, the company can offer consumers a more comprehensive and integrated smart home experience. #LG #Athom #ThinQ #Homey #smarthome #IoT #technology #innovation #connectivity #integration #acquisition #partnership

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Experience next level AI with the latest generation of foldables; Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6   The large screen of the Z Fold, the Flex Window of the Z Flip and the iconic FlexMode provide more AI possibilities and new ways of communicating, producing and creating.   🗣️ > Communicate more easily than ever, anywhere and with anyone. With Interpreter you can easily view translations on the main and cover screens, allowing for natural live conversations   ✏️> More productivity thanks to AI and a larger screen. Note assist provides translations, summaries and automatic formatting of notes. Circle to Search makes searching information as easy as possible   📸> Hands-free group photos with the iconic FlexMode on the Z Flip 6. Or use the FlexCam with automatic zoom function   Discover our entire new ecosystem here: https://lnkd.in/g7-EHXiz   #GalaxyZFold6 #GalaxyZFlip6 #SamsungUnpacked #GalaxyAI

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Yes! New Chapter for our Screen Force Pro Family. After a year of teamwork and effort, we've expanded our ScreenForce Pro family with a new Tablet Solution which as we write is being deployed across the Benelux. Our B2C and B2B services just leveled up! We launched our new Screen Protection Solution for iPads in the first 120 stores and multiple B2B Service Centers! The journey commenced when our customers were enthusiastic about the idea of expanding our current Screen Force Pro applicator to IPads. We listened, evaluated the opportunity from both sides, and considered what it would mean for both sales staff and iPad purchasers. the outcome is that we deliver today a system that allows you to perfectly apply screen protection also for your iPad, making the experience seamless, quick, and flawless. 💡 What does this mean for our customers? No more stress, bubbles, or imperfect fits, fingers on the screen, unpleasant situations. Our solution not only ensures a perfect aesthetic, but also elevates the whole application process, making it easy and efficient for sales staff each time and decrease cost of installation. The result? An enhanced in-store experience with a product that provide a white glove moment and for our B2B customers a professional and qualitative deployment! 📊 Fun Facts: • In 3 weeks we already equipped 🏬 120 stores with this cutting-edge solution. • 💼 7 full-time trainers dedicated to implement store by store. • This Global project began with ideation discussions in the Benelux, featuring strong involvement from key customers APR’s, B2B, Retail. • 🕐 120 hours of training on the telly to guarantee flawless execution. • 🚀 Less than 365 days from Solution ideation to store launch! • few weeks only, a remarkable number of users began experiencing the solution. • As we speak being deployed across Europe. This is fantastic example of how our organisation value our customer insights an create solutions. It was made possible by our talented design and engineering teams, support of product management, and valuable customer feedback. Big shoutout to our sales organisation for professionally managing the opportunity and organising the deployment. #Innovation #CustomerExperience #ScreenProtection #AppleiPad #ProductDevelopment #Teamwork #sarawak #RSP PS. I’ll post an installation video soon! PS2: It is tough keeping quiet about the volumes—like trying to hold in a sneeze in a quiet room, but sometime you keep the best stuff for yourself. 

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Meet us at stand 08.C027 at the ICT & Logistiek event at Jaarbeurs in Utrecht, and transform your warehouse from a costly bottleneck into a service & supply chain asset ! #wms #logistics #supplychain

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Taxation on entrepreneurs who are leaving the Netherlands seem to be the new strategy by the new right wing Dutch government from the next year to keep on making money. First create bad business environment that forces startups to leave, then on top of that make them pay money through tax to make the matter worst. Huh. The Dutch govt and their huh mindset. Read the below with translation option at the end. #netherlands #tax #entrepreneur #startup #dutch

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Celebrating Duurzame Dinsdag: A Call for Action on Sustainability in Business Today is 'Duurzame Dinsdag' in The Netherlands, a day dedicated to recognizing and supporting sustainable initiatives across all sectors. It’s a reminder that sustainability isn’t just a goal—it’s a responsibility we all share. At Fairphone, we help businesses make meaningful contributions to sustainability through technology. Our phones are designed to last longer, thanks to their modularity and 8 years of software support. This means you don’t need a new phone with every model release—extending the life of your device and reducing e-waste. Plus, Fairphone and also our Fairbuds are produced in a way that is e-waste neutral, made with fair materials, and in conditions that ensure ethical treatment for the people who make them. If your company is committed to making a difference, consider offering Fairphones and Fairbuds to your employees. Together, we can set a new standard for sustainability in business. #Sustainability #DuurzameDinsdag #Fairphone #CircularEconomy #ResponsibleBusiness

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September is a characteristic month opening a new season. A lot happens in this month with the high level of energy people stored in the summer and with the motivation that triggers... So does our “𝗢𝘄𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀” which will take place at Philips globally throughout this month. First of all, it’s a great initiative to remind and emphasize the fact that it’s us as individuals who is in the driving seat of our career journeys. Though, we cannot do all alone which makes it also a great platform to share the right tools, processes and guidance with the people who are eager to sit on that seat. Career journey can be about many things: deepening our expertise, climbing the promotion ladder, or exploring career shifts. Regardless from the scope, I see the phases of the journey will be pretty much the same. 🧠 𝙍𝙚𝙛𝙡𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣   𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘪𝘻𝘦𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘵?   𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘥𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘺 (𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘵)?   𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭 “𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘭𝘰𝘸”?   𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘷𝘢𝘭𝘶𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘪𝘴 – 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 & 𝘸𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘥𝘥 𝘷𝘢𝘭𝘶𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥? 📝 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜    𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘮 𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯    𝘋𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘫𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘺 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯    𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘵-𝘮𝘪𝘥-𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘮 𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘋𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘳𝘶𝘴𝘩 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘥𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘵𝘰𝘰 𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘺 𝘦𝘪𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 🚀 𝘼𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣(𝙨)    𝘍𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘨𝘢𝘱𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸𝘭𝘦𝘥𝘨𝘦/𝘤𝘢𝘱𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺/𝘴𝘬𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘯 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘺𝘰𝘶'𝘭𝘭 𝘤𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘴𝘦    𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘤𝘵 & 𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 – 𝘢 𝘤𝘰𝘢𝘤𝘩, 𝘢 𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘰𝘳, 𝘢 𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘰𝘳, 𝘢𝘯 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺    𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘢𝘮𝘣𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦    𝘋𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘴𝘦𝘵 𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬 – 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘶𝘱𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦/𝘮𝘰𝘥𝘪𝘧𝘺/𝘢𝘥𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘢𝘮𝘣𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘥𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘨𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘶𝘱 Every day counts, beginning is always the hardest but 'well begun is half done - (𝘈𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘵𝘭𝘦)' as well. Let's go 🚗 #learningzone #philips #ownyourcareer #talent #learninganddevelopment #careerplanning

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In today's rapidly evolving job market, our investment in continuous learning is more crucial than ever. 🌟 At Canon, we understand that employee reskilling and upskilling are key to driving innovation and adapting to change. Recent insights from Business Insider highlight how companies that prioritize training and development not only enhance their competitive edge but also foster a more engaged and versatile workforce. We are committed to creating learning opportunities that empower our team members to grow and excel in their careers. Whether it's through specialized training programs or cross-functional skill development, our goal is to support our employees in reaching their full potential. Let’s embrace the future of work by making learning and upskilling a core part of our company culture! 💡🚀 #LearningAndDevelopment #Learning #Development #talent #EmployeeGrowth #HRExcellence #FutureOfWork #upskilling https://lnkd.in/e3kUqrST

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An ultimate opportunity within an organization where Diversity and Inclusion are key! International playground. Wide range of products. Making impact! #diversity #inclusion #sustainability #industry #supplychain #purchasemanager.

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Hi Network. What if you can´t hear well and need to find a job? This weekend I attend a music festival (after long years not doing so) and on the restrooms way, I found very inclusive how they deal with people with disabilities. Can you imagine a place where 80.000 people gather to listen their favor singers and is high inclusive? They have a dedicated space, people carrying them along, providing food and drinks for their demands and create an environmental where their disabilities where replaced by joy and fun. Kudos. On my way back and planning my Monday start, I was thinking on people with disabilities. I know many company provide them support, and my thoughts where, how do they know that? How can we remove their fears to hide any physical disadvantage out of their minds and focus on their capabilities? I was reflecting in many interview processes I have been through. Since I am extremely visual and need to draw my ideas for better expression, I felt myself sometimes, unable to communicate, specially now when is done online. Here are some practical suggestions and why you might want to adopt it: 1. Provide Multiple Formats: Some of us are visual learners, while others grasp information better through listening. Offering application materials and interview questions in various formats ensures everyone can engage effectively, showcasing their true potential. 2. Flexible Interview Settings: Flexibility in choosing between virtual or in-person interviews and ensuring spaces are accessible can make a huge difference. For instance, a quiet, comfortable environment can help candidates who might be easily distracted or anxious perform at their best. 3. Training for Interviewers: Providing training on disability awareness and inclusive practices is crucial. This helps the hiring team understand diverse communication styles, ensuring that interviews are fair and unbiased, and valuing each candidate’s unique abilities. 4. Clear Communication: Clear instructions and expectations, given well in advance, can help candidates prepare better. This is especially important for those who might need accommodations. Knowing what to expect reduces anxiety and allows candidates to focus on presenting their best selves. 5. Use Assistive Technologies: Incorporating tools like screen readers or speech-to-text services ensures that all candidates, regardless of their abilities, can participate fully. This levels the playing field and allows everyone to demonstrate their qualifications without barriers. 6. Inclusive Job Descriptions: Writing job descriptions that focus on essential skills rather than unnecessary qualifications helps attract a diverse range of applicants. Highlighting your commitment to inclusion can make your organization more appealing to top talent who value equity. Adopting these practices is about recognising and valuing the diverse ways people contribute. 💡 Have you tried any of these suggestions? How have they worked for you?

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✨ Reflecting on an Inspiring Day at the SheLeads Annual Event in Rotterdam ✨ Last week, I had the privilege of attending the SHELEADS+ Global Foundation annual event in Rotterdam as a volunteer with Female Ventures. It was an unforgettable experience filled with inspiration, thought-provoking discussions, and meaningful connections. A special thanks to Esther Smit for her incredibly motivational keynote speech, and to the amazing panelists—Dana-Maria Faneker, @Nicola Ebmeyer , Laura Rosendahl Huber , Leonardo Fuligni —who shared invaluable insights into advancing women in entrepreneurship. Here are some key takeaways that left a lasting impression on me: 💡 Investments Drive Scale Without access to funding, many women-led businesses struggle to scale. How can we collectively ensure better representation in the investment ecosystem? 💡 The Role of Female Students and Entrepreneurs Encouraging female students to work with women founders can foster innovation and collaboration, especially among small businesses. 💡 Co-CEO Models in Business Hearing from leaders who successfully share leadership roles with co-CEOs (including male counterparts) was fascinating. It highlighted the importance of flexibility, shared vision, and pushing each other to achieve more. 💡 The Need for Women-Only Accelerators in the Netherlands Is there a dedicated business accelerator for women entrepreneurs in the Netherlands? This remains a critical question to address. 💡 The Power of Mentorship Surround yourself with people further along in their careers. Learn from them, give back, and seek opportunities to uplift others in return. Another highlight was attending a session with Karim El Oteify , founder of The Wheels of Impact , on rethinking power and privilege in our society. Reflecting on the Wheel of Power and Privilege reminded me of how privilege shapes opportunities and the responsibility that comes with it. As Caroline Williams noted during our discussion, even small actions, like investing 10% of our spending in local entrepreneurs, can create significant ripple effects. It’s a reminder that entrepreneurship isn’t just about tools but about action, agency, and supporting others in their journeys. 💭 This event sparked many questions for me, particularly around the dynamics of male and female cofounder partnerships and their impact on business outcomes. Are there any studies or research on this? I’d love to explore further! I’m deeply grateful for this enriching experience and look forward to continuing the conversation on how we can empower more women in business. What are your thoughts on these insights? Do you see opportunities to create more inclusive entrepreneurship ecosystems? Let’s connect and discuss! #SheLeads2024 #WomenInBusiness #FemaleEntrepreneurs #DiversityAndInclusion #MentorshipMatters #LeadershipInsights #EmpoweringWomen

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End of the business week almost home.... What better way to end the business week than with an in-depth conversation with one of our long-standing partners, more important with a wise and composed individual? I travelled to Rotterdam with a keen interest in understanding the future objectives of one of our partners, aiming to share with our team how we can support and align our strategy. The outcome exceeded expectations, resulting in an honest and straightforward exchange about how we envision our partnership evolving and benefiting both sides. One of the advantages of an established partnership is the ability to have these honest and candid discussions without compromising what has been build but strengthening and evolving. It was truly admirable to hear about their future plans and heartening to see that strong entrepreneurship still thrives in the multimedia industry, and at the same time, I was extremely proud to share the progress we are making on our initiatives to achieve our objectives. More than ever we are motivated in sharing what distinguish us: #1 We continue to develop products that exceed consumer expectations. a live demo of our Auto Tracking Dock showed our engineering capabilities. #2  Our brand will stand out from the crowd by leading innovation in our space, our latest MagSafe and QI2 products are a testament of that objective. #3  We won’t compromise on quality, committed to building products that are both desirable and durable. #4  We aim to be the brand that people choose as a form of expression and corresponding to their values. #5 being authentic by designing products with our unique design signature. #6  We are committed to develop responsibly designed products, reflection of our dedication to the community and Planet. #7 For the past 41 years, our brand has built trust through consistent quality and innovation. Our product roadmap will continue to excite and inspire.     Good Weekend!   #partnershipsucces #Belkin #magsafe #QI2 #Coolblue #contentcreators #qualitymatters

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