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Thank you, Frank Vogt, for masterfully moderating the AI aan de Macht: Transformatieve (innovatie)strategieën voor je toekomstige bedrijfsvoering talk show. Your expertise as a true leader and leadership coach from INSEAD helped guide a dynamic and thought-provoking conversation on how AI is revolutionizing business strategies. A big thank you to our outstanding panelists, Gregory Verlinden, MBA (Associate Vice President Analytics & AI - Cognizant), Winifred Andriessen (Director AI Excellence Center KPN), and Pieter Zwart (Hoofdredacteur Voetbal International). Gregory, your insights from Cognizant on AI’s ability to transform operational workflows were eye-opening, offering a comprehensive look at how businesses can adapt to these rapid changes. Winifred, your forward-thinking contributions from KPN highlighted the practical and innovative uses of AI in telecommunications, showing us how these technologies are already reshaping the industry. And Pieter on your unique perspective from Voetbal International added a fascinating dimension to the conversation, particularly on how AI can be used in media and sports analysis, helping businesses evolve in unexpected and creative ways. Together, this panel provided a diverse and insightful discussion on the transformative role of AI. Thanks again to Frank and the panelists for sharing such valuable perspectives and strategies for navigating the future of AI in business operations. And a special thanks to our business partners AMS-IX | Cognizant | Entelect | KPN | Orange Business | TOPdesk | 3DMZ | 3D Makers Zone #CIO #CIONET #digitalleadership #digitalleaders #Innovation #FastForwardInsights #CIOcommunity #AI #GenAI #ArtificialIntelligence

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Last week I started offering a daily morning meditation service 🧘‍♀️ 🧘‍♂️ Excited to see that the first company has joined us: Ammerlaan Strategy Consulting founded by Strategy and M&A consultant Lars Ammerlaan. You can learn more about his motivation to offer daily meditation to his employees in his post below. For your inspiration, here are a few articles on the intersection of meditation, business and leadership: // Here’s why every business leader should consider meditation (Forbes): https://lnkd.in/dt3iTQnp // What meditation can do for your leadership (Harvard Business Review): https://lnkd.in/dBAH4w8Z // 7 proven ways meditating prepares you for success (Entrepreneur): https://lnkd.in/d5reJjee Do you also want to offer daily meditation to your employees? Feel free to reach out :)

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To learn more about the #Nakba, I'd recommend: ⚫ Al Nakba by Rawan Damen (documentary series, 2008) ⚫ The Time That Remains by Elia Suleiman (scripted feature, 2009) ⚫ 1948 by Mohammad Bakri (documentary feature, 1998) ⚫ Tantura by Alon Schwarz (documentary feature, 2022) ⚫ Farha by Darin J Sallam (scripted feature, 2021) Details and links here: https://lnkd.in/dTbQC-pk

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I was on the 🎙 Scale Up AI podcast with Fokke Dekker at Seaplane IO to talk about a topic I get asked about all the time: How to hire for data roles. 📈 It can be tricky to evaluate candidates from a wide range of backgrounds, and teams are looking for a lot of different things from their new hires. I always come back to the importance of a structured interview process and alignment among interviewers. 📋 Sounds good on paper, but hard to pull off. You can listen to our conversation for more on how to achieve this. 🎧 Add this to your podcast rotation this week and let me know what you think! Link in comments ⤵

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🚨 France 2040: The Critical Path Ahead The latest report from the Fondation Jean Jaurès - Jean Jaurès Stiftung - Jean Jaurès foundation - Jean Jaurès Stichting reveals unsettling yet crucial insights about our potential future. Two Potential Futures: 🤝🏽🌍 Alpha Future: A society that prioritizes collective well-being, cohesion, and protection of the vulnerable. Here, political authorities play a pivotal role in curbing inequality and moderating economic influence. 💸🔗 Omega Future: A society dominated by market forces and money, where the state is powerless, and inequality spirals into fragmentation and overreliance on unsustainable technology. I made my choice. Key Takeaways: 🙌🏻 Collective Action is Essential: Our future is not set in stone. We still have the power to shape it through decisive collective action. 🌟 💔 Embracing Sobriety: The concept of living with less is challenging, yet it’s crucial for bridging societal divides. Sobriety isn't about regression; it's about reconnecting with what truly matters—relationships, passions, and nature. 🍃 ⚡ Adaptation & Mitigation: You can’t pick one or the others, both are interlinked now, and we need to address them both. 🌍 Climate Debate Evolution: The conversation has shifted from questioning the reality of climate change (it’s real!) to debating the urgency of action versus a gradual transition. We can’t afford delays given the accelerating damage to ecosystems. ⏳🔥 It’s not just about what we do, but how we do it. And the choices we make today will shape not just the next 20 years, but the generations to come. 👇 Report below cc daphni #ClimateAction #France2040 #Sustainability #FutureIsNow

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In today's data-driven world, is your organization leveraging its full potential? Our expert panelists, Michel Mulders and Dion Kotteman, together with professor Hans Mulder will share their insights on: 💡 Why data strategy matters now more than ever 💡 Building and implementing a winning strategy 💡 Leadership's role in driving success 💡 Empowering employees with data literacy 💡 Using data ethically for improved services Don't miss this opportunity to learn from industry thought leaders and discover how a data strategy can transform your organization. 📅 Thursday, July 11th | 09:30 AM EST | 15:30 PM CEST 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e-5YETK3 #digitaltransformation #businesstransformation #webinar #datadriven #strategy

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The Netherlands is on the eve of what might well be the most drastic change in its freelance ecosystem ever. After years of looking the other way, the Dutch tax authorities will end its enforcement moratorium and start auditing misclassification. Read ZiPconomy article and Circle8 Nederland whitepaper. #selfemployed #freelance #contingentworkforce #talentstrategy

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How can Digitalization help to implement #CSRD? How can digital technologies helpt to reduce organization’s ecological footprint? What are the key technologies? What is responsible AI? Some of the topics I will cover in my keynote speech at the Vereniging van Compliance Ethics & Integrity professionals on June the 19th. Looking forward to it, #ESG is a shared responsibility and requires intensive cooperation across the different silo’s. Susan du Becker Albert Plugge Michelle Fisser

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Hype over? Definitely not! 🚫 AI is not new: It accelerated with ChatGPT, but is was already there and is here to stay. Maybe a little breather in the market is just what you need to catch up! Get the necessary knowledge and skills with our trainings and consultancies, and be ready for the next period of exciting developments of the future. Check more at http://eyefor.ai Eye for AI #EyeForAI #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #AITraining #AITransformation

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That's how Suriname moves in the right direction, with large expanding offshore companies working on the inclusive development of SMEs.

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How to use AI in recruiting without losing your human touch, that's where our last blog post is about, go check it out: Liza Huyghe Sien De Bree Julie Deneweth Rhüne Vandenberghe

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To create a Crisis-Adjusted CV, candidates should: Highlight Crisis Management Skills: Clearly outline skills and experiences related to crisis management, such as problem-solving under pressure, quick decision-making, and effective communication during crises. Detail Relevant Experiences: Include specific roles or projects where the candidate successfully navigated companies through difficult times, emphasizing the challenges faced and the outcomes achieved. Showcase Leadership in Adversity: Provide examples of leadership roles during times of financial distress, restructuring, or significant organizational change. Quantify Achievements: Use numbers and data to demonstrate the impact of the candidate’s actions during crises, such as funds saved, percentage of growth, or recovery time reduced. Tailor the CV to the Role: Adjust the CV to reflect the specific requirements of the interim management position, focusing on relevant competencies and experiences. Use a Clear, Concise Format: Ensure the CV is easy to read, with a clear structure that allows the reader to quickly identify the candidate’s suitability for crisis management roles. By following these guidelines, candidates can create a CV that better reflects their qualifications for crisis management positions and aligns with the expectations of Kruger Interim Management B.V.

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Great conversation with leaders from the public and private sector in the Netherlands about (Generative) AI adoption. Many leaders balance the fear of moving too slow or too quickly. Presenting in the good company of Anna Koivuniemi and Anke den Ouden. Thank you Rianne Letschert and Feike Sijbesma for the invitation!    A few key takeaways on navigating AI’s potential: ⚖️ 𝗔𝗱𝗼𝗽𝘁 𝗔𝗜 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆: AI is no longer a choice but a new reality. Taking thoughtful, systematic steps today can often be less risky than holding off until all uncertainties are resolved. 💡 𝗔𝗜 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀, 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝗻𝗱: Just as with digital transformation, AI’s purpose is to enhance people’s lives, whether that means making them healthier, more productive, or safer. 🎯 𝗕𝗲 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗽𝗶𝗹𝗼𝘁𝘀: Instead of testing endless AI projects, focus on a few pilots that align with your strategy and make a real difference for users. 🔧 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: Start your pilots with the end in mind. Make a change management plan, integrate compliance from the outset, and build a solid tech and data foundation. 📈 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁: AI is already in use within your organization, with tools like ChatGPT. Rather than sidestepping this reality, focus on equipping your teams with the skills to harness AI responsibly and effectively.   As leaders, we have a responsibility to not only explore AI's possibilities but also ensure it brings real value to our organizations and society. Happy to connect to share more insights on how to make it work for your organization!

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I'm rebranding my Linkedin Profile. Check out my updated LinkedIn profile. https://lnkd.in/dqVPXWj6 My activities are focused on Business Development, Sales and Account Management in Target Markets such as Startups and SMEs at Artificial Intelligence (AI) Vendors, Tech Vendors and IT Service Providers. My business development expertise includes: • Account Management • Business Intelligence • Communication • Marketing & Sales • Research A great deal of Startups and SMEs in the Tech industry fail in the first years. There may be various reasons for this to occur. Question: Is your business lacking business development skills? What if you could hire me to start your business running? Depending on the stage you are in, I could start helping you with: • Finding new clients and markets • Building relationships with key players • Creating and executing growth plans • Negotiating and closing deals. To learn how you can improve the performance of your business, feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn or email me at [email protected]. #accountmanagement #ai #artificialintelligence #businessdevelopment #author #businessconsultant #businessmodeltransformation #leadgeneration #marketresearch #speaker

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