Mark van den Elzen

🐺 Flexibility, Business Development, and a Lower Golf Handicap: A Winning Formula! 🏌️‍♂️ One of the greatest perks of working at Wolf Jansen is having the flexibility to blend work with passion—and for me, that’s golf. Over the past year, I’ve cut my handicap from 26 to 9, thanks to a unique approach: turning virtual meetings into golf rounds. Instead of the usual Teams video call, I often suggest hitting the course with clients and SAP candidates. This has turned out to be more than just a fun alternative—it’s become a key tool for: ✔ Business Development Meetings: Discussing ideas and opportunities while enjoying a round fosters deeper conversations and innovative thinking. ✔ Candidate Interview Prep: Golf provides a relaxed setting where candidates can feel at ease, offering a chance to see their true potential beyond the formal interview process. ✔ Authentic Connections: Spending time on the course allows for genuine relationship building, far beyond what’s possible in a conference room. This approach has helped me create stronger partnerships, gain valuable insights, and bring energy to my work—all while improving my golf game. 🎯 Grateful to be in a role that encourages merging passion with business! #Flexibility #BusinessDevelopment #CandidateExperience #Networking #GolfAndBusiness #WolfJansen #RemoteWork #SAP

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Sharing with my valued HR Leadership contacts, This is a sharp collection of People professionals with high value insights to how HR plays a more valuable role "on & in" the business

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Earlier this week, I met the Dutch boards of our Contracting, Temp, and Perm businesses. We explored how to best navigate challenging market trends and keep PageGroup in the #Netherlands firmly on the path to success, with energy and vision!! 💪   In today’s fast-paced global economy, simply reacting to market changes isn’t enough - it takes foresight, agility, and a well-coordinated strategy to stay ahead. Every country requires a tailored approach, uniquely adapted to its own dynamics, and that’s exactly what we’re building together. These strategic meetings aren’t unique to the Netherlands. Every country is engaged in similar discussions, ensuring that we’re all aligned and prepared for the road ahead. 🌍   At PageGroup, we believe that our success in 2025 and beyond is powered by our people and their talent, resilience and collective dedication. Together, we’re not just getting ready for the future. We are shaping it! 🚀 Joost Fortuin, Teresa Spinola, Olaf Roos, Roel Stroeve, Michael Baier, Marlous Marsman, Boudewijn Beuvery, Ingmar Stoner, Ivo Nieuwenhuizen, Tanis Molenaar & Anne-Marie S. #PageGroup #OnePage 

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Goodmorning!! Talent acquisition and strategy is a constant challenge for any organization. Of particular concern is keeping the employees you’ve spent so much time, money, and energy recruiting and training with your company. Employee churn, employee turnover, employee attrition—whatever you call it, losing an employee you’ve spent time and other resources on building up to be part of your organization can hurt your bottom line. What is employee churn rate? What is the cost of employee turnover? How can you prevent employees from leaving? What is employee churn rate? A company’s employee churn rate is a measure of how many employees leave the company in a given period of time. This metric is often expressed as a percentage. For example, if a company has 150 employees, and 15 of them leave in a month, the employee churn rate would be 10% for that month. One of the challenges of dealing with employee turnover is that it can be variable by industry and job role. Some jobs, like working in a call center, have numerous stress factors that contribute to employee churn. The hidden costs of employee churn What is the cost of employee churn? The answer varies depending on the employee in question and other factors. Studies cited by organizations like Peoplekeep “predict that every time a business replaces a salaried employee, it costs 6 to 9 months’ salary on average.” In other words, if an employee making $90k a year decides to quit, it could cost between $45k and $60k to replace them. While the “6 to 9 months’ salary” figure might seem a little high at first glance, there are numerous costs associated with replacing an employee. In fact, for some roles, the potential impact of the hidden costs of high employee churn could be even more dramatic. Aside from direct costs like marketing a job opening, onboarding the new employee, and providing training (and pay during said training), there are also hidden costs to consider, like: 1.  Lost productivity.  2. Lost customers.  3.  Negative workplace culture. All of these and more are draining your companies succes down the drain. Ways to avoid the costs of employee churn So, how can you avoid the costs of high employee churn? Here are a few ideas: 1.  Look for common issues that may cause employee churn. 2.  Check out what other companies in your industry are doing. 3.  Weed out the “bad eggs” fast. 4.  Offer opportunities for employees to change roles or advance. 5.  Revise your recruitment and onboarding processes. 6. Provide ample recognition for major accomplishments We from Norto Enterprises are able to assist and drastically lower your companies churn rate by optimising your recruitment strategy from within and help to restructure your recruitment strategy so together we can make sure your company goals are achieved! Looking forward to connect and tell you more about what we can do for your company regarding recruitment strategy optimalisation.

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Van Kooten en de Bie, legendary Dutch comedians, had a knack for exposing praatjesmakers – those who engage in empty talk and hold seemingly pointless jobs. Their satire made us laugh, but it also made us think critically about the real value of our work. In leadership, it's crucial to go beyond superficial chatter. It's about understanding the true needs of your team and recognizing the importance of every role. By caring genuinely about your team members, listening to their concerns, and valuing their contributions, you create a supportive and productive environment. Let’s take a page from Van Kooten en de Bie’s book and focus on meaningful actions over empty words. When leaders show they care, it drives engagement, boosts morale, and enhances overall performance. After all, a team that feels valued is a team that delivers real results. #Leadership #TeamManagement #VanKootenEnDeBie #Praatjesmakers #EmployeeWellbeing

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Does the talent want to work for you? 😬 🎙️Get ready for an insightful episode of Konstrukt Talks featuring Dino Lorenzo the Director of Project & Programme Management at Deerns Nederland. With over 20 years of global experience in managing complex and multidisciplinary Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) projects, Dino shares his valuable perspectives on the current job market landscape. Join us as we explore strategies for attracting and retaining top talent in today's competitive environment. Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eNKJqMcZ #ProjectManagement #IndustryInsights #Podcast

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You want your views to have an impact? But they only reach people who agree with you..  Tired of preaching to the choir?    Thousands of companies worldwide read our Talent Trends report.    Make your voice count. Take our survey today: https://lnkd.in/gAWs99Er   #talenttrends25 #CHtalenttrends25 #MichaelPageSwitzerland

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"What does high performance mean to you?" 🏆 That's what we asked our Chief Sales Officer Robin Sanders, our Top Biller Mike Guilday and our Rookie of the Year kimberlee bouvier during a live panel event discussing high performance - moderated by our Performance & Development expert Lizzie Verbeek. ⭐ One of the biggest challenges for sales leadership is trying to bottle up the winning behaviors and best practices of top performers so that you can teach the rest of the field. 🔮 And sometimes its just reminding them that high performers are human too (yes, really!) and there is no substitute for doing the beautiful basics - hard work, dedication, great customer service and a lot of perseverance. 📋 Big thanks to these four for sharing their time, knowledge and experiences to upskill their colleagues! 🙌 Here's a little snapshot of their tips: Robin: It's a little bit of luck and a lot of hard work. People fail when they sit back, high performers are successful because they don't stop! Mike: It's about striving to hit your targets, taking full advantage of the opportunities in front of you, and helping to grow and develop others around you. Kim: High performance is about being the best you can be. It’s about setting goals and putting your best foot forward, and being committed to achieving those goals. High performers also help create other high performers. #Staffing #Recruitment #Sales #HighPerformance #TopBillerTips

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🌟 Reflecting on Samlerhuset Group BV’s remarkable journey 🌟 Back in 2007, I had the humble privilege of consulting for Samlerhuset Group BV, a company that has since become a true example of #success through innovation. What stood out even then was their subscription-based revenue model, which focused on delivering unparalleled customer satisfaction. This model has not only kept customers engaged but has driven continuous growth year after year. Today, we see how the power of subscription models has expanded far beyond, influencing industries globally, including the mobility sector with car subscriptions and Mobility-as-a-Service (#MaaS) solutions. These models are redefining the way businesses create recurring revenue streams, turning customers into long-term partners. What excites me now is how #AI, #Data, and tools like Microsoft #CoPilot are revolutionizing subscription models even further. AI-driven analytics can predict customer needs, leading to hyper-personalized subscription offerings, while Data insights enable dynamic pricing models that adapt to customer behavior. Imagine a car subscription where AI suggests maintenance or upgrade options before you even realize you need them—keeping the customer #engaged and satisfied. Reflecting on Samlerhuset's approach has been a great learning experience, and it's inspiring to see how this concept has grown to shape the future of industries like mobility. #CustomerSuccess #SubscriptionEconomy #MaaS #CarSubscription #DigitalTransformation #AI #Data #Growth #Innovation #CoPilot https://lnkd.in/e9tE85-t

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On November 13, during the annual CHRO Community Event, CHRO Day, we will proudly present the CHRO of the Year Award for the 9th time! This year, we are bringing the CHRO Community together with the theme "A Leader's Responsibility." With this theme, I want to invite CHROs to engage in discussions about the role and impact they can have on both the company's interests and their employees who are part of society. Thomas Mulder (CHRO of the Year 2022 now member of the jury) provides a great example of how VodafoneZiggo ensures that people with opposing opinions engage in dialogue. Read the full interview with Thomas here: [https://lnkd.in/gpjqbdqb) Current challenges such as polarization and the rapid development of AI will 'enrich' or bother the boardroom with even more moral dilemmas. During CHRO Day, Mijntje Lückerath-Rovers will discuss how directors, and CHROs in particular, can contribute to promoting, adhering to, and sometimes navigate between the core values of the organization. She recently wrote a book ''Morele Dilemma's in de boardroom''. Interested in CHRO Day? Contact me or visit chroday.nl Do you know who deserves the CHRO of the Year Award this year? Let us know via https://lnkd.in/esgS54Td

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📣 Orchestrating Talent Success in Scale-Up Environments Explore the transformative impact of strategic talent orchestration, steering beyond conventional workforce planning to drive accelerated growth and success in the vibrant landscape of scale-ups. By Riemer Ike Fokkema. 

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Unlocking the Power of Inclusion & Diversity at Leadership Level!   How can you improve I&D in the boardroom and among your leadership teams? This insightful article from Wout Van Impe, Partner & Team Director at MU, and Richard Moore, CEO at MU, dives deep into strategies and best practices for fostering a truly inclusive and diverse leadership culture.   Discover key insights on: - Building a diverse pipeline of talent - Overcoming biases and systemic barriers - Creating a culture of inclusive leadership   Elevate your organisation’s potential by empowering diverse voices and perspectives.   Click below to read the full article and join the conversation on making meaningful change in leadership diversity: https://lnkd.in/g7q9qMb7   #Inclusion #Diversity #Leadership #BoardDiversity #InclusiveLeadership #OrganizationalGrowth

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Privileged to join my collegaues Mieke and Christian (MU Board and CEO Global Practice Heads) with Board Directors from across Switzerland at the 2024 Swiss Board Forum. This year Board Effectiveness was in the spotlight and the MU Board and CEO Practice team ran workshops on how to evaluate and improve Board performance. What to do – and not do – to secure an Effective and Inclusive Board for your organisation: - What is best practice in testing and developing Board effectiveness? - What is Best practice in test and improving Board inclusion? - What are the ‘no ‘go’s’ when it comes to testing and developing Boad effectiveness? To answer these key questions, participating Board Chairs and Non-Executive Directors added their insights to data collected from the MU BoardScan™. The result of the day was a comprehensive summary of Board Effectiveness best practice - find out more by reading the article produced after the session: https://lnkd.in/etjvCbzG

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📢 The recruitment market trends in Amsterdam have been explored in a new blog post following a recent business trip to the city. The post delves into several key aspects: 🔍 Impact of Brexit on the Dutch Labor Market 💼 Successful Startups in the Netherlands 🗝️ How Dutch Companies Find Employees For a comprehensive understanding of Amsterdam's dynamic business landscape and recruitment trends, check out the full blog post here 👉 : https://lnkd.in/eV9jvdai Questions about recruitment in Germany or Europe? Reach out to us for insights drawn from our extensive experience in the Dutch market. #ysgs #ysglobalsearch #recruitmentineurope #recruitmentinamsterdam #recruitmentinthenetherlands #dutchcompanies #businessinthenetherlands #thenetherlands #netherlands #amsterdam #recruitment #executivesearch #headhuntingineurope #headhunting #オランダ人材紹介会社 #ドイツ人材紹介会社 #ヨーロッパ採用 #オランダ採用 #ドイツ採用 #ヨーロッパ採用

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