KGT Consulting Career Coaching Netherlands

🔍 Feedback: The Game-Changer You Can't Afford to Ignore
Ever feel like feedback conversations are a minefield? 💥 What if you could transform them into powerful moments of growth and connection?

Join Frank de Mol and I for an interactive and impactful in-person workshop in on April 8th. "Navigating the Feedback Loop: Building Trust Through Meaningful Dialogue". https://lnkd.in/euVqVFNa

🌟 Imagine walking away with:
Proven methods to turn challenging conversations into opportunities
Strategies to build trust and strengthen relationships
A clearer understanding of your unique feedback style

As leadership coaches with extensive global experience, we will share real-world insights, practical tools, and personal stories that will shift your approach to feedback instantly.
Whether you're a leader, team member, or professional looking to level up your communication skills, this workshop is your blueprint for more authentic, impactful interactions.

📅 8th April, 2025 🕒 17.30 to 20.00 📍 Equals Clubhouse
Raamgracht 6 1011KK Amsterdam

Limited spots available – don't miss this chance to transform your communication skills! Use this link to confirm your place:
https://lnkd.in/euVqVFNa

As you all know building a trusted network not only enriches your life but also is paramount on your career journey. If you are new to the Netherlands, enjoy a lively discussion over food, looking to meet new people or know people who are, check out www.share-a-table.com Do you have any tips for others on building a network?

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Last week, I had the pleasure of meeting many highly creative and talented members of the hafnar.haus community in Reykjavík. During my visit to their innovative workspace I also had the opportunity to meet with the passionate East of Moon change-making team. Thank you all for your warm welcome and inspiration.

Are you looking for a new job or wishing to change your career. Come along to Here2Work International Job Fair In Amsterdam with your CV on 16th & 17th November.

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Somebody asked me the other day “what are common mistakes international job seekers in the Netherlands make in their applications”?
There are many common areas where job seekers can improve their applications. Often job seekers who need to make these improvements do not have recent experience applying for jobs or CV’s are written very differently in their home countries. There is so much diverse advice on the internet that sometimes it is hard to know exactly what to do. Here are 5 common areas that often need to be improved;

1. Layout
Poor layout of the CV makes it hard for the reader to scan quickly and may result in them missing important information. This could be because there is too much information squashed into one page and it is not clear and concise. A CV in the Netherlands does not have to be one page only.
2. Tailoring the CV for the Job
It is important to read the job description well and to tailor the CV for the job. Recruiters need to be able to see that you match the job and often your CV has to pass through an automated applicant tracking system that is matching the keywords.
3. Permission to work
Do not leave out nationality and work permit status on your CV when you are entitled to work in the Netherlands. If you do this, the recruiter might guess wrongly where you are from and might guess wrongly that you do not have a work permit. In most cases they will not phone you to find out and if they are not willing to sponsor, they may reject your application.
4. Cover letter/motivation letter or email.
Even if you are not asked for one, include it in the body of your email or attach it to the end of your CV. You can only enhance your application and you have nothing to lose. I recently asked various international company recruiters in the Netherlands if they still find these letters important and they all said yes.
5. Technical knowledge – if relevant to your profession
Do not leave out technical related experience when you do have it – the world of work is changing and so any technical knowledge that you have will help the company to know that you can adapt to new technologies. You do not have to be a programmer. Any experience you have is an advantage therefore if you have used known software packages mention them and if they are not well known you can mention that you have used bespoke in-house software packages, if true. If you have no experience, do a course if relevant to your profession.

These are just a few common areas that often need improvement. If you are applying for jobs but struggling to get an interview, do consider investing in a coach to help because the job market in the Netherlands is very competitive especially now. You can contact me for a short free intake session to see what your needs are and how I can help at the following email. [email protected]

If you have a little more time at the moment, why not invest some of it in updating your CV and LinkedIn profile!
Request recommendations for your LinkedIn from previous roles.
Have you listed all your responsibilities and updated courses completed?
Has your job changed since you updated your CV last? Then now is a good time to add these changes to your Master CV.
Regular updates will help you to be more prepared when it comes to applying for your next role whether it is internal or external.
If you need assistance contact me, [email protected], for a free call to see how I can help you further.
Good luck and stay safe and well!

Are you currently job seeking?

Looking for a job can be time-consuming and hard work but if you are willing to put the time and effort in, you will find it very rewarding.

Networking accounts for a very high success rate and if you meet “natural networkers” and tell them that you are looking for a job, they will try to think about how they can help and who they can introduce you to if you have made a good impression. Before you start networking practice articulating what your skills are and what position you are looking for. Sometimes in the process of looking for a job, you can make long-lasting useful professional connections

For many job positions, there is a very competitive job market in the Netherlands so it is important to be able to articulate your skills and match them for the position you are applying for both on paper and verbally. Most people find this part very challenging until they get into the right mindset and then it becomes easier.

Whilst you are looking if you have the time do a course. For example, learning Dutch will be very useful even if you are just at a beginner level. The Dutch like it very much to see you are making an effort to learn their language and it can help you to understand more what is going on around you when you are outside the workplace with your colleagues.

Every step forward is a learning experience. If you need to invest in a coach and you find the right one that matches your needs, the investment of time and money will be worth it well into the future.

Are you thinking ahead in your career?
Continuously planning your future career is always a good idea. Of course, a career can take unexpected twists and turns but if you wish to achieve more and make more of an impact in the future you need to be taking steps forward to do this.

As you know in this fast-changing technological world, organisational structures are changing too. Here are ten points to think about when planning your future career.
• Are you keeping up to date with the latest trends in your field?

• Are you looking for courses that can help you improve your skills?

• Are you continuously building meaningful relationships by constantly networking? Just putting your head down and working hard is not going to help you move forward. You need to be connecting with people inside and outside your organisation to help you learn and grow and to be inspired. Letting them know what you and your team are doing including your successes (within data and privacy regulations of course) will make you more visible. Public speaking is also a great way of raising your profile. If you are not comfortable public speaking there are great coaches in the Netherlands to help you. Here is a good article on LinkedIn regarding the importance of building relationships. https://www.linkedin.com/feed/news/why-hard-work-isnt-enough-to-thrive-4660460/

• Are you keeping your LinkedIn profile up to date?

• Do you look for events, conferences and/or meetups in your field of expertise or the fields you are becoming more interested in?

• Are you looking within your company to see if there is a possibility to grow and develop your skills?

• If you are ambitious, does the management team know this and are they taking this into consideration?

• Do you have colleagues/managers that advocate for you and advice you?

• If you see a position you would like in the future, do you talk to others who are successful in that position and find out why they are?

• Are you able to articulate your strengths and experience well enough both verbally and on paper?

If you struggle with any of the above points and would like to book a coaching session to look into planning ahead more, you can contact me on [email protected]

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