BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Brilliant Work - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/ X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Brilliant Work REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Amsterdam BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Africa/Abidjan BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:CEST END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:CET END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260410T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260410T103000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20260223T142114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T125219Z UID:6667-1775811600-1775817000@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Workshop | How to attract more business leads DESCRIPTION:This workshop is organised by Brilliant Work and StartUp Nijmegen \nWe would all love to generate plenty of high-quality leads\, month in\, month out\, whether from the businesses you want to attract as clients\, or from schools or government organisations\, for example. The ideal client\, with the right budget\, who is exactly looking for your product or service and magically comes knocking at your door. In reality\, however\, that rarely happens\, or at least not as often as you would like. \nSo what can you do to gain that initial interest from potential clients? So that you can then start meaningful conversations with them. In this workshop\, you will learn how to improve your approach by becoming better at: \n\nTaking a close look at your target audience\nIdentifying where to find them\nChoosing the right activities to spark their interest in a conversation\nPlanning these activities effectively throughout the year\nIt is important to note that this will vary depending on your sector and target audience. There is no ‘one size fits all’ solution\, but there is a way to take control of your own online and offline marketing activities.\n\nThis workshop is valuable both for start-ups who are still figuring out how to generate leads\, and for more established entrepreneurs who want to do so more effectively. \nAbout the workshop facilitator\nThe workshop will be delivered by Lizanne Jakobs\, founder of Brilliant Work and a well-known coach at StartUp Nijmegen. They have been voted Best Coaching and Consultancy Firm for SMEs in the Netherlands on multiple occasions. Lizanne lived in the United Kingdom for several years and was recognised there as one of the 50 best business advisers. Brilliant Work is a team of 20 professionals who advise\, coach and train self-employed professionals and SME clients\, often with the support of 15 different types of funding schemes. \nThis workshop takes place at the Town Hall of Druten. \nPlease note that the workshop will be presented in Dutch. \nParticipation is free\, but you need to register. For registration and to find out more about this workshop please click on this link. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/free-workshop-how-to-attract-more-business-leads/ LOCATION:Gemeentehuis Druten\, Heuvel 1\, Druten ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Brilliant-Work_32-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260325T131500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260325T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20260213T151809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T151809Z UID:6663-1774444500-1774454400@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Masterclass: How Do You Become That Attractive Employer? DESCRIPTION:In today’s tight labour market\, attracting and retaining the right people requires more than a competitive salary and attractive benefits. Organisations that truly stand out make deliberate choices about their positioning\, culture and communication.Are you wondering how to meet these expectations without HR becoming a time-consuming or overly complex operation? Then this masterclass by Brilliant Work and WELDER may be just what you’re looking for. \nDuring this practical and inspiring masterclass we explore: \n\nWhen HR can no longer be managed as a side responsibility\nGood employment practices as a driver of growth\nThe HR foundations that make this possible\nOrganising HR smartly and scalably\, supported by the right tools\nHow you can secure up to €25\,000 in funding to help finance this\n\nProgramme \n☕ 13.15 – 13:30 | Welcome \nWe warmly welcome you to the WELDER head office in the beautiful city of ’s-Hertogenbosch (Den Bosch). We’ll make sure you settle in comfortably with a good cup of coffee\, tea or whatever you prefer. \n🎓 13:30 – 15:30 | Masterclass \nDuring this masterclass\, you will receive practical tips to immediately strengthen and professionalise your people management. Please bring your questions\, so we can make this a real interactive session. \n🍻 15:30 – 16:00 | Drinks \nWe end this afternoon with drinks\, offering the opportunity to reflect on the session\, share experiences and build new connections. \nParticipation is free of charge.Please note: this masterclass will be presented in Dutch. To register and for more information about this masterclass\, please click on this link. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/masterclass-how-do-you-become-that-attractive-employer/ LOCATION:Welder\, Bremvallei 1\, 's-Hertogenbosch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Stramien-voor-Nieuwsbrief-27.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260210T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260210T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20251112T160103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T111910Z UID:6517-1770735600-1770742800@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Free Workshop | The crucial steps (and pitfalls) for growth DESCRIPTION:You’re running a promising startup or scale-up. You have a clear business plan\, a small team\, and funding. But how do you turn that foundation into a thriving\, mature company in the quickest\, most stable and easiest way possible? In this interactive workshop\, we’ll explore what it takes to succeed in this next phase of growth. Through discussions and hands-on exercises\, you’ll gain practical insights and tools to help your business scale smoothly and effectively. \nTrainer Lizanne Jakobs\nLizanne Jakobs is an award winning business coach\, a well known speaker and an entrepreneur herself. She is the founder of Brilliant Work\, repeatedly named best business coaching and consultancy firm in the Netherlands for small to medium sized companies. Her workshops are always interactive\, useful and engaging. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in English and a Master’s in International Business Communications\, both from the Radboud University. The team of coaches at Brilliant Work help clients grow and further professionalise their companies. Most of these coaching engagements are aided by one of 15 different subsidies. \nGood to know\nThe workshop is facilitated in English. Participation in the workshop is free for everyone\, including drinks and bites. However\, for cancellations within 24 hours prior to the event\, we will charge a fee of 15 euros (excluding VAT) to cover incurred expenses. \nLocation: Meet & Greet\, Noviotech Campus\, Gebouw M. Transistorweg 5 Nijmegen \nRegister now by clicking on this link. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/gratis-workshop-de-cruciale-stappen-en-valkuilen-voor-groei/ LOCATION:Noviotech Campus\, Building M\, Nijmegen\, Transistorweg 5\, Nijmegen ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Lizanne-rode-jurk-lachend-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260202T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260202T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20251112T154115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T144049Z UID:6532-1770044400-1770051600@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Save the date: Selling without being pushy DESCRIPTION:Together with Startclub Arnhem\, Lizanne Jakobs gives this free workshop.\nWhether you have a lot of experience with sales calls or none at all\, this workshop is very useful for anyone who has to try to bring in a client at some point. \nIn it\, we discuss how:\n– you ask potential clients for an interview\n– you can surface the information you need to close the deal\n– you can tell the best about you and your company\n– and then how to bring in the client \nDuring the workshop\, you’ll learn how to make selling feel easier without coming across as pushy. You’ll learn which questions to ask\, and how to persuade in a way that doesn’t sound like a hollow call-centre script. After this workshop\, you’ll know how to achieve far better results with less effort and less stress. \nParticipation is free. Registration for this workshop is possible by clicking on this link. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/save-the-date-selling-without-being-pushy/ LOCATION:Ondernemerslab Arnhem\, Bovenbeekstraat 10\, Arnhem ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/IMG_20221012_171752-scaled-vjmFoA.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260129T113000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260129T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20251127T141326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T131339Z UID:6522-1769686200-1769691600@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Workshop | How to get the most out of your team DESCRIPTION:You’re running a promising startup or scale-up. You have a clear business plan\, a small team\, and funding. But how do you turn that foundation into a thriving\, mature company in the quickest\, most stable and easiest way possible? In this interactive workshop\, we’ll explore what it takes to succeed in this next phase of growth. Through discussions and hands-on exercises\, you’ll gain practical insights and tools to help your business scale smoothly and effectively. \nYour employees are often both the biggest cost factor in your business and the source of most frustrations. Investors also look critically at your leadership and management skills to decide whether you will stay on as CEO as the company grows. \nWhether you are struggling with your team or things are currently going well and you want to keep it that way\, this lunch time will be time well spent — good staff are increasingly difficult to find and to retain. \nDuring this workshop\, we’ll work on our knowledge and skills in: \n\nYour role as a leader\nThe difference between managing and leading\nHow to recruit and retain the right people for the right roles\nHow to keep employees on track and motivated in the short and long term\nWhat to do when your staff don’t do things the way you want\nWhat subsidies are available for developing your team\n\nTrainer: Lizanne JakobsLizanne Jakobs is an award-winning business coach\, speaker\, and entrepreneur. She is the founder of Brilliant Work\, which has been awarded the best business coaching and consultancy firm in the Netherlands for small to medium-sized companies. Her workshops are always interactive\, practical\, and engaging. \nShe holds a Bachelor’s degree in English and a Master’s degree in International Business Communication from Radboud University\, and she is a DiSC-accredited trainer. The team of coaches at Brilliant Work supports clients in growing and professionalizing their businesses. Most of these coaching projects are subsidized through one of 15 different subsidies. There will be plenty of time for questions and for discussing examples on which you’d like advice. \nLunch is included. \nLocation: World Food Center Ede\, Friso Park 4 \n\nTo join this free workshop and lunch click here to register.\n\nThis workshop is facilitated in Engish. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/workshop-how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-team/ LOCATION:World Food Center Ede – Friso Park 4\, Ede\, Netherlands ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Brilliant-Work_06-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250901T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250901T163000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T121047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T071136Z UID:5077-1756738800-1756744200@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Sell more without pushing - Free workshop - Learn about the ideal sales pitch DESCRIPTION:Together with Startclub Arnhem\, Lizanne Jakobs gives this free workshop.\nWhether you have a lot of experience with sales calls or none at all\, this workshop is very useful for anyone who has to try to bring in a client at some point. \nIn it\, we discuss how:\n– you ask potential clients for an interview\n– you can surface the information you need to close the deal\n– you can tell the best about you and your company\n– and then how to bring in the client \nYou will learn which questions are best to ask and how to persuade without sounding like a hollow script from a call centre. After this workshop\, you will know how to get much more results with less effort and less stress! \nParticipation is free. Don’t miss this opportunity and sign up now! During the workshop you will learn how to make selling easier without coming across as pushy. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/sell-more-without-pushing-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BrilliantWork_Workshop_idealeverkoopgesprek.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250617T103000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250617T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T121047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T091242Z UID:4885-1750156200-1750159800@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Free webinar: Develop\, retain and find the right staff using grant funding DESCRIPTION:Attracting\, retaining and motivating good staff is a challenge these days. A competitive salary alone is no longer enough to get loyal and motivated employees and to ensure that they actually do what you want to do\, so that you have a successful business. In September you can again apply for subsidies for coaching and advice in this area. \nIn our free webinar\, we will be happy to tell you more: \n\nWhich grants up to €25\,000 you can use for this purpose\nHow and when we do the application for you\nWhat the requirements are to participate\nHow much (or little) time you have to put into this yourself\nWhat Brilliant Work does substantively in such a process with your company upon approval of the grant\nHow that is different from other agencies\nAnd all your questions around this topic will be answered\n\nWho is this webinar for? Entrepreneurs\, directors\, managers and HR staff of companies with 2 to 250 employees\, or who want to scale up with staff soon. \nAbout the presenter Lizanne Jakobs: Lizanne is the founder of Brilliant Work\, an agency that has repeatedly been voted the Netherlands’ best coaching and consulting agency for SMEs. With her team she carries out numerous (subsidized) programs in the field of business growth and personnel development. Lizanne is known for her interactive and accessible presentation style\, explaining complex topics clearly and with humor. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to also take your team to the next level and take advantage of available grants. \nSign up now! URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/free-webinar-develop-retain-and-find-the-right-staff-using-grant-funding/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BrilliantWork_Webinar_Behoud-personeel-subsidie_17juni_WEBSITE-pcBpGF.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250603T100000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250603T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T121048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T091242Z UID:4886-1748944800-1748950200@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Free workshop and lunch - How to get more out of your team DESCRIPTION:As your company grows\, not only the amount of people you need changes\, but also what skills\, motivation\, roles and experience they have. During this lunch Lizanne Jakobs will be speaking about this topic that many of you might find challenging or very interesting; How to lead and develop your team. In this workshop you will learn find out more about: \n\nplanning ahead in terms of staffing\nmotivating your team\navoiding the most common team issues as you scale up\nchanging your own leadership role\napplying for grants that can help build the right team\n\nYour own background is mostly likely not as a leadership expert\, so getting tips and tricks on how to do this can be very useful. \nLizanne Jakobs is the founder of Brilliant Work\, and a well known public speaker and experienced business coach. She has a great deal of expercience in working with complex start ups and scale ups. Brilliant Work has been named the best coaching and consultancy firm for small to medium enterprises in the Netherlands 4 times in a row. Most of their coaching engagements are done on a subsidized basis. \nGood to know\nThis workshop is facilitated in English and is free of charge including lunch. \nLocation: \nWorld Food Center Ede \nFriso Barracks (to find the correct building check out the map at the bottom of this page) \n2 D42 New Barracks Avenue \nEde\, 6711 JC Netherlands \nPlease register here to join us during this lunch. \n  URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/free-workshop-and-lunch-how-to-get-more-out-of-your-team/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BrilliantWork_Workshop_moreoutofyourteam-Xd3DCX.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=CEST:20250527T103000 DTEND;TZID=CEST:20250527T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T121047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T121047Z UID:4887-1748341800-1748345400@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Free webinar on the digitization voucher - Tuesday\, May 27\, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. DESCRIPTION:Join the free webinar on the digitization voucher on Tuesday\, May 27. \nStorm Heerink (digitization and marketing expert) and Lizanne Jakobs (founder of Brilliant Work) present this webinar and answer all questions together with Elham Mohseni (digitization and marketing expert). \nAs a ZZP or SME entrepreneur\, you can benefit tremendously from digitization. The only problem is that it can cost a lot. But did you know that you can get all kinds of subsidies for digitization? With these you can finally improve your website or webshop\, build a customer portal or really get your social media strategy off the ground. There are several pots available for companies in Gelderland with 1 to 250 employees. \nThese three experienced business coaches from Brilliant Work will tell you all about it: \n\nWhat kinds of issues you can take up with this grant\nwhich companies it applies to\nWhat subsidy amounts are involved\nhow to apply for it\nand what we can provide in this\n\nThey understand the challenges you face as an entrepreneur in the digitization area like no other and provide information about the possibilities and can help you further.\nDon’t miss this information and register now! \nThe free webinar is available online on Tuesday\, May 27\, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/free-webinar-on-the-digitization-voucher-tuesday-may-27-from-1230-p-m-to-130-p-m/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BrilliantWork_Webinar_DigialiZeer_MEI2025-V3-website-twqCCs.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250424T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250424T000000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T114855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T114855Z UID:4888-1745452800-1745452800@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Free workshop and lunch - How to get more out of your team DESCRIPTION:As your company grows\, not only the amount of people you need changes\, but also what skills\, motivation\, roles and experience they have. During this lunch Lizanne Jakobs will be speaking about this topic that many of you might find challenging or very interesting; How to lead and develop your team. In this workshop you will learn find out more about: \n\nplanning ahead in terms of staffing\nmotivating your team\navoiding the most common team issues as you scale up\nchanging your own leadership role\napplying for grants that can help build the right team\n\nYour own background is mostly likely not as a leadership expert\, so getting tips and tricks on how to do this can be very useful. \nLizanne Jakobs is the founder of Brilliant Work\, and a well known public speaker and experienced business coach. She has a great deal of expercience in working with complex start ups and scale ups. Brilliant Work has been named the best coaching and consultancy firm for small to medium enterprises in the Netherlands 4 times in a row. Most of their coaching engagements are done on a subsidized basis. \nGood to know\nThis workshop is facilitated in English and is free of charge including lunch. \nLocation: \nWorld Food Center Ede \nFriso Barracks (to find the correct building check out the map at the bottom of this page) \n2 D42 New Barracks Avenue \nEde\, 6711 JC Netherlands \nPlease register here to join us during this lunch. \n  URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/free-workshop-and-lunch-how-to-get-more-out-of-your-team-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BrilliantWork_Workshop_moreoutofyourteam-Xd3DCX.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=CEST:20250414T070000 DTEND;TZID=CEST:20250414T083000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T121047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T121047Z UID:4889-1744614000-1744619400@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Workshop | Setting goals and priorities in collaboration with Startclub Arnhem DESCRIPTION:Please note this workshop has been moved to: Monday\, April 14\, Lizanne Jakobs gives the free workshop “Goal setting and prioritization” at Startclub Arnhem. \nbecause as an entrepreneur\, it’s important to have those “vague” ideas and “hopeful” goals clear! Only in this way can you chart a focused path and determine concrete plans for the future of your business. \nWithout clear goals for your business\, it becomes difficult to separate main and secondary issues. What do you need to do and when to get the results you would like? This gives you peace of mind to do business from there. \nDuring this workshop you will learn how to set specific and measurable goals for the coming years and display them in a visually appealing way. Then we’ll talk about how you then plan your priorities or activities for the next 12 months so that you’re working sufficiently “on” your business and not “in” it. This workshop is suitable for just starting entrepreneurs as well as those who have been running their own business for some time. \nPresenting is Lizanne Jakobs\, founder of Brilliant Work and well-known partner at Start Club Arnhem. This coaching and consulting firm has been voted Holland’s best for SMEs several times. Lizanne has been an entrepreneur\, business coach and speaker for 14 years and can explain complex issues very simply. She and her colleagues are accredited by both the provinces of Gelderland and the government\, to provide consultancy programs for ZZP and SME with 50-100% subsidy. In her workshops you will learn very practical things. \nBring: pen and paper or a digital medium to write on! \nParticipation is free. Registration is required\, however. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/workshop-setting-goals-and-priorities-in-collaboration-with-startclub-arnhem/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BrilliantWork_Workshop_DOELEN-14april-IMG-cHWZ9s.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250414T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250414T000000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T114855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T114855Z UID:4890-1744588800-1744588800@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Sell more without pushing DESCRIPTION:Together with Startclub Arnhem\, Lizanne Jakobs gives this workshop. \nWhether you have a lot of experience with sales calls or none at all\, this workshop is very useful for anyone who ever needs to try to bring in a client. \nIn it\, we discuss how:\n– you ask potential clients for an interview\n– you can surface the information you need to close the deal\n– you can best tell them about you and your company\n– and then how to bring in the client \nYou will learn what questions are best to ask and how to persuade without sounding like a hollow script from a call center. After this workshop\, you will know how to get much more results with less effort and less stress! \nParticipation is free. Don’t miss this opportunity and register now! URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/sell-more-without-pushing/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/520-x-320-LinkedIn-format-2025-04-14T200448.505-HdWgzT.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250412T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250412T000000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T114855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T114855Z UID:4891-1744416000-1744416000@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Free webinar on the digitization voucher - Tuesday\, May 27\, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. DESCRIPTION:Join the free webinar on the digitization voucher on Tuesday\, May 27. \nStorm Heerink (digitization and marketing expert) and Lizanne Jakobs (founder of Brilliant Work) present this webinar and answer all questions together with Elham Mohseni (digitization and marketing expert). \nAs a ZZP or SME entrepreneur\, you can benefit tremendously from digitization. The only problem is that it can cost a lot. But did you know that you can get all kinds of subsidies for digitization? With these you can finally improve your website or webshop\, build a customer portal or really get your social media strategy off the ground. There are several pots available for companies in Gelderland with 1 to 250 employees. \nThese three experienced business coaches from Brilliant Work will tell you all about it: \n\nWhat kinds of issues you can take up with this grant\nwhich companies it applies to\nWhat subsidy amounts are involved\nhow to apply for it\nand what we can provide in this\n\nThey understand the challenges you face as an entrepreneur in the digitization area like no other and provide information about the possibilities and can help you further.\nDon’t miss this information and register now! \nThe free webinar is available online on Tuesday\, May 27\, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/free-webinar-on-the-digitization-voucher-tuesday-may-27-from-1230-p-m-to-130-p-m-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BrilliantWork_Webinar_DigialiZeer_MEI2025-V3-website-twqCCs.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250407T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250407T000000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T114854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T114854Z UID:4892-1743984000-1743984000@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Free webinar: Develop\, retain and find the right staff using grant funding DESCRIPTION:Attracting\, retaining and motivating good staff is a challenge these days. A competitive salary alone is no longer enough to get loyal and motivated employees and to ensure that they actually do what you want to do\, so that you have a successful business. In September you can again apply for subsidies for coaching and advice in this area. \nIn our free webinar\, we will be happy to tell you more: \n\nWhich grants up to €25\,000 you can use for this purpose\nHow and when we do the application for you\nWhat the requirements are to participate\nHow much (or little) time you have to put into this yourself\nWhat Brilliant Work does substantively in such a process with your company upon approval of the grant\nHow that is different from other agencies\nAnd all your questions around this topic will be answered\n\nWho is this webinar for? Entrepreneurs\, directors\, managers and HR staff of companies with 2 to 250 employees\, or who want to scale up with staff soon. \nAbout the presenter Lizanne Jakobs: Lizanne is the founder of Brilliant Work\, an agency that has repeatedly been voted the Netherlands’ best coaching and consulting agency for SMEs. With her team she carries out numerous (subsidized) programs in the field of business growth and personnel development. Lizanne is known for her interactive and accessible presentation style\, explaining complex topics clearly and with humor. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to also take your team to the next level and take advantage of available grants. \nSign up now! URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/free-webinar-develop-retain-and-find-the-right-staff-using-grant-funding-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BrilliantWork_Webinar_Behoud-personeel-subsidie_17juni_WEBSITE-pcBpGF.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250402T103000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250402T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T121032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T091400Z UID:4893-1743589800-1743593400@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Breaking through to the big neighbor | opportunities and threats in the German market DESCRIPTION:With more than 80 million inhabitants a short distance from the Netherlands and 21% share of the European economy\, Germany offers countless opportunities. \nBut beware: Germany is not a market to enter unprepared. The country struggles with inflation and bankruptcies. In addition\, laws and regulations and the business culture differ from those in the Netherlands. Still\, there are plenty of growth opportunities in a market where customers are loyal\, provided you prepare well. Short- and long-term success starts with a strong strategy. \nIn this online seminar\, Lizanne Jakobs and Nicki Welchering will take you through and walk you through: \n\nLegal structures and business forms\nLaws and regulations to consider\nCommercial strategy for Germany\nSubsidies around exports\nBusiness Culture\n\nSpeakers: \nLizanne Jakobs is founder of Brilliant Work\, the coaching and consulting company for self-employed people and SMEs in the field of business growth and export. As a former international sales manager\, drs in International Business Communication and export coach\, she has extensive experience in doing business with Germany. \nNicki Welchering is one of the German attorneys on the Dutch Desk team at ALPMANN FRÖHLICH. His expertise is German Company Law\, Business Law and International Economic Law. He studied in Münster and partly in Nijmegen and speaks fluent Dutch in addition to German and English. \nHow it works \nThe online seminar will take place on Wednesday\, April 2\, 2025 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. \nUpon registration\, you will receive a link that will allow you to access the online seminar. You can participate via this web link. \nParticipation is free. \nThe online seminar will be held in Dutch. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/breaking-through-to-the-big-neighbor-opportunities-and-threats-in-the-german-market/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Banner-Eventbrite-17-ZLJ81N.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=CET:20250312T080000 DTEND;TZID=CET:20250312T093000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T121032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T091400Z UID:4894-1741766400-1741771800@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Focus on what really matters - goals and priorities in your business DESCRIPTION:How will 2025 be successful for your business? By deciding what you want to achieve with your business\, what you will do for it and what you will leave out. In short\, setting concrete goals and priorities and creating a plan of how you will do that. \nAbout the workshop\nWhy is that important? So that you don’t get distracted by things that don’t contribute to the success of your business or the pleasure of working in it. And instead invest your time\, budget and energy in what really moves your business forward. \nWhat those exact steps are is different for each company and each industry. What is the same for everyone is how to set your goals and priorities. How to make that visual. And how to make sure you keep your focus only on what’s important. In this workshop\, you will learn how to do just that. \nFinally\, Lizanne will also talk about the various grants you can use again this year to strengthen your business\, from start-up assistance to export advice or staff development. There will be more than enough room for questions during the workshop or to talk further with Lizanne afterwards. \nAbout the speaker\nThe workshop will be given by Lizanne Jakobs\, founder of Brilliant Work and well-known coach at StartUp Nijmegen. They have been voted Holland’s best coaching and consulting firm for SMEs four times. Lizanne lived in the United Kingdom for years and was voted one of the 50 best business consultants there. Brilliant Work is a 15-strong team that advises\, coaches and trains ZZP and SME clients\, often using 12 different types of grants. \nPlanning: \nWalk-in: 08:45 a.m.\nStart: 9:00 a.m.\nEnd: 10:30 a.m. \nAttending the workshop is completely free\, for everyone. So also for (starting) entrepreneurs and students who are not affiliated with StartUp. \nYou can sign up through this link. \n  URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/focus-on-what-really-matters-goals-and-priorities-in-your-business/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Thumbnail-82-xtS6XI.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=CET:20250311T110000 DTEND;TZID=CET:20250311T123000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T121032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T091359Z UID:4895-1741690800-1741696200@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Masterclass Grants and Cash Flow for Your SME Business DESCRIPTION:Ensuring that there is always enough money in your business is not easy\, especially when you’re starting\, growing\, or innovating. Did you know that Dutch companies have plenty of opportunities for money that doesn’t need to be repaid? In the form of subsidies and free services\, especially for smaller and medium-sized businesses. For example\, you can get up to €25\,000 in subsidy for employee development if you apply for this in March. But how? \nIt would be great if you could just walk up to the chamber of commerce and pick up a big pot of money\, but it’s rarely that simple. The subsidy landscape is very fragmented. And in addition to subsidies\, you also have loans\, investors\, customer funds\, and more. \nLizanne Jakobs from Brilliant Work will guide you through this maze of opportunities. She will cover\, among other things: \n\nWhich topics you can get funding for and where\nWhen to choose a loan\, investors\, subsidies\, or other funding sources\nWhich areas provide subsidies and free government services\nHow much money is available\nHow to apply for this funding\nWhat you need to access these funds\n\nThere will also be room for your questions on this topic\, and a free lunch! As a highly sought-after speaker in the entrepreneurial world\, Lizanne can explain this simply\, engagingly\, and with the right knowledge. She is the founder of Brilliant Work\, which consists of a team of 17 experts in business growth and professionalization and is a partner at the World Food Center. Brilliant Work works with 12 different subsidy programs and has been named the best coaching and advisory agency in the Netherlands for SME’s four times over. \nGood to know\nThe Masterclass is facilitated in English and is free of charge including lunch. \n\nTo register please click here. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/masterclass-grants-and-cash-flow-for-your-sme-business/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Jouw-alineatekst-1-xwKFak.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250304T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250304T000000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T114854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T114854Z UID:4896-1741046400-1741046400@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Workshop | Setting goals and priorities in collaboration with Startclub Arnhem DESCRIPTION:Please note this workshop has been moved to: Monday\, April 14\, Lizanne Jakobs gives the free workshop “Goal setting and prioritization” at Startclub Arnhem. \nbecause as an entrepreneur\, it’s important to have those “vague” ideas and “hopeful” goals clear! Only in this way can you chart a focused path and determine concrete plans for the future of your business. \nWithout clear goals for your business\, it becomes difficult to separate main and secondary issues. What do you need to do and when to get the results you would like? This gives you peace of mind to do business from there. \nDuring this workshop you will learn how to set specific and measurable goals for the coming years and display them in a visually appealing way. Then we’ll talk about how you then plan your priorities or activities for the next 12 months so that you’re working sufficiently “on” your business and not “in” it. This workshop is suitable for just starting entrepreneurs as well as those who have been running their own business for some time. \nPresenting is Lizanne Jakobs\, founder of Brilliant Work and well-known partner at Start Club Arnhem. This coaching and consulting firm has been voted Holland’s best for SMEs several times. Lizanne has been an entrepreneur\, business coach and speaker for 14 years and can explain complex issues very simply. She and her colleagues are accredited by both the provinces of Gelderland and the government\, to provide consultancy programs for ZZP and SME with 50-100% subsidy. In her workshops you will learn very practical things. \nBring: pen and paper or a digital medium to write on! \nParticipation is free. Registration is required\, however. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/workshop-setting-goals-and-priorities-in-collaboration-with-startclub-arnhem-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BrilliantWork_Workshop_DOELEN-14april-IMG-cHWZ9s.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250213T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250213T000000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T114845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T114845Z UID:4897-1739404800-1739404800@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Breaking through to the big neighbor | opportunities and threats in the German market DESCRIPTION:With more than 80 million inhabitants a short distance from the Netherlands and 21% share of the European economy\, Germany offers countless opportunities. \nBut beware: Germany is not a market to enter unprepared. The country struggles with inflation and bankruptcies. In addition\, laws and regulations and the business culture differ from those in the Netherlands. Still\, there are plenty of growth opportunities in a market where customers are loyal\, provided you prepare well. Short- and long-term success starts with a strong strategy. \nIn this online seminar\, Lizanne Jakobs and Nicki Welchering will take you through and walk you through: \n\nLegal structures and business forms\nLaws and regulations to consider\nCommercial strategy for Germany\nSubsidies around exports\nBusiness Culture\n\nSpeakers: \nLizanne Jakobs is founder of Brilliant Work\, the coaching and consulting company for self-employed people and SMEs in the field of business growth and export. As a former international sales manager\, drs in International Business Communication and export coach\, she has extensive experience in doing business with Germany. \nNicki Welchering is one of the German attorneys on the Dutch Desk team at ALPMANN FRÖHLICH. His expertise is German Company Law\, Business Law and International Economic Law. He studied in Münster and partly in Nijmegen and speaks fluent Dutch in addition to German and English. \nHow it works \nThe online seminar will take place on Wednesday\, April 2\, 2025 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. \nUpon registration\, you will receive a link that will allow you to access the online seminar. You can participate via this web link. \nParticipation is free. \nThe online seminar will be held in Dutch. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/breaking-through-to-the-big-neighbor-opportunities-and-threats-in-the-german-market-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Banner-Eventbrite-17-ZLJ81N.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250210T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250210T000000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T114845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T114845Z UID:4898-1739145600-1739145600@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Masterclass Grants and Cash Flow for Your SME Business DESCRIPTION:Ensuring that there is always enough money in your business is not easy\, especially when you’re starting\, growing\, or innovating. Did you know that Dutch companies have plenty of opportunities for money that doesn’t need to be repaid? In the form of subsidies and free services\, especially for smaller and medium-sized businesses. For example\, you can get up to €25\,000 in subsidy for employee development if you apply for this in March. But how? \nIt would be great if you could just walk up to the chamber of commerce and pick up a big pot of money\, but it’s rarely that simple. The subsidy landscape is very fragmented. And in addition to subsidies\, you also have loans\, investors\, customer funds\, and more. \nLizanne Jakobs from Brilliant Work will guide you through this maze of opportunities. She will cover\, among other things: \n\nWhich topics you can get funding for and where\nWhen to choose a loan\, investors\, subsidies\, or other funding sources\nWhich areas provide subsidies and free government services\nHow much money is available\nHow to apply for this funding\nWhat you need to access these funds\n\nThere will also be room for your questions on this topic\, and a free lunch! As a highly sought-after speaker in the entrepreneurial world\, Lizanne can explain this simply\, engagingly\, and with the right knowledge. She is the founder of Brilliant Work\, which consists of a team of 17 experts in business growth and professionalization and is a partner at the World Food Center. Brilliant Work works with 12 different subsidy programs and has been named the best coaching and advisory agency in the Netherlands for SME’s four times over. \nGood to know\nThe Masterclass is facilitated in English and is free of charge including lunch. \n\nTo register please click here. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/masterclass-grants-and-cash-flow-for-your-sme-business-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Jouw-alineatekst-1-xwKFak.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=CET:20250130T080000 DTEND;TZID=CET:20250131T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T121015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T121015Z UID:4899-1738224000-1738339200@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Grants and funds for your SME enterprise. DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, Jan. 31\, our own Lizanne will teach the workshop “Grants and Funds for Your SME” during the 2-day workshop fest. \nDid you know that as a ZZP or SME ‘er\, you have several opportunities for support that you don’t have to pay back? In the form of grants\, funds and free services\, often for specific projects. Lizanne tells you what the opportunities are\, in what areas and how you can get involved. \nOn Thursday 30 and Friday 31 January 2025\, Mark Reinders of Netwerkwerken.nl is organizing this 2-day Workshopfestijn. You can then attend two days of interesting workshops for a competitive price. \nThere will be a total of 8 blocks of workshops over two days and they will cost you only €175. A bargain for two days full of valuable information\, so sign up and take advantage! URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/grants-and-funds-for-your-sme-enterprise/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Facebook-formaat-nieuwe-stijl-56-ZPj6jf.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=CET:20250121T140000 DTEND;TZID=CET:20250121T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T121015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T121015Z UID:4900-1737468000-1737475200@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Workshop Making Strategic Choices for a Successful 2025! DESCRIPTION:Briskr and Brilliant Work are co-hosting this workshop. \nHow will 2025 be successful for your business? By deciding what you want to achieve with your company\, what you are going to do to reach it\, and what you will choose not to do. In short\, setting concrete goals and creating an action plan to achieve them. \nWhy is this important? So that you don’t get distracted by things that don’t contribute to your company’s success or that you don’t enjoy working on. Instead\, you focus your time\, budget\, and energy on what truly drives your business forward. The exact steps to take will differ for each company and sector. \nWhat you will learn in this workshop is: \n\nHow to set your goals and priorities\nHow you make them visual\nAnd how to ensure that you only focus on what is truly important and not get stuck in day to day work\nLastly we will discuss the different subsidies you can take advantage of in the coming year to strengthen your business operations\, from startup support to export advice and employee development.\n\nThere will be plenty of time for questions during the workshop\, or to continue the conversation with Lizanne afterwards. \nGood to know\nThe workshop is facilitated in English and is free of charge. \nParticipation in the workshop is free for everyone\, including drinks and bites. However\, for cancellations within 24 hours prior to the event\, we will charge a fee of 15 euros (excluding VAT) to cover incurred expenses. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/workshop-making-strategic-choices-for-a-successful-2025/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Workshop-Brilliant-Work-Strategy-2025-Briskr-555x344-1-cGmiyL.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=CET:20250113T090000 DTEND;TZID=CET:20250113T101500 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T121032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T121032Z UID:4901-1736758800-1736763300@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Free workshop: The ideal sales pitch DESCRIPTION:Do you want to know how to sell your service or product really well? And this without coming across as too eager or with sweat on your back? Then come to this free workshop on January 13 at Startclub Arnhem. Whether you have a lot of experience with sales calls or none at all: this workshop “selling” is really useful for everyone who wants to bring in a customer. \nWe’ll discuss how to:\n✅ ask your potential clients for an interview\n✅ make sure you stay nice and relaxed and yourself during the interview\n✅ get the information you need to surface to close the deal\n✅ best to tell them about you and your business\n✅ and then how to bring in the client \nYou will also learn which questions are best to ask and how to sound convincing that it sounds like a hollow script from a call center. There will also be plenty of time for your questions and comments. After this workshop “selling” you will know how to achieve much more with less effort and less stress. \nPresentation is in the hands of Lizanne Jakobs\, founder of Brilliant Work and well-known partner at Start Club Arnhem. In her workshops you will learn very practical things that really help you further and that you can apply immediately. The trajectories she and her colleagues execute are usually possible with 1 of 10 different grant options. \nWalk-in: 10 a.m.\nStart: 10:10 a.m.\nEnd: around 11:15-11:30 a.m. \nWhat others thought of this workshop: \n“I received very concrete and useful tips. The examples used were really based on the business ideas of the participants present.” – Marjean Movrin of Reorgaco \n“The workshop gives tools for the sales conversation and a piece of structure. Some of it was already familiar to me\, but it was very nice to hear it in a structured and constructive way.” – Nadia van den Heuvel of Ictoria \n“Practical\, relatable and ‘encouraging.’ Nice that above all the message is to listen.” – Babette te Winkel of Project Compassion URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/free-workshop-the-ideal-sales-pitch/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/20200714_14092031812-0DOuWQ.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250109T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250109T163000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250612T143544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T143544Z UID:5566-1736434800-1736440200@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Sell more without pushing - Free workshop - Learn about the ideal sales pitch DESCRIPTION:

Together with Startclub Arnhem\, Lizanne Jakobs gives this free workshop.

\nWhether you have a lot of experience with sales calls or none at all\, this workshop is very useful for anyone who has to try to bring in a client at some point. \nHerein we discuss how:\n– you ask potential clients for an interview\n– you can surface the information you need to close the deal\n– you can tell the best about you and your company\n– and how to then bring in the client \nYou will learn which questions are best to ask and how to persuade without sounding like a hollow script from a call centre. After this workshop\, you will know how to get much more results with less effort and less stress! \nParticipation is free. Don’t miss this opportunity and sign up now! During the workshop you will learn how selling becomes easier without pushy come across. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/sell-more-without-pushing-free-workshop-learn-about-the-ideal-sales-pitch/ LOCATION:Ondernemerslab Arnhem\, Bovenbeekstraat 10\, Arnhem ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/BrilliantWork_Workshop_idealeverkoopgesprek.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=CET:20241216T113000 DTEND;TZID=CET:20241216T123000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T121015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T121015Z UID:4902-1734348600-1734352200@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Free webinar: Making strategic choices for a successful 2025! DESCRIPTION:Brilliant Work is hosting the free webinar “Making Strategic Choices for a Successful 2025!” on Monday\, Dec. 16. \nHow will 2025 be successful for your business? By deciding what you want to achieve with your business\, what you will do for it and what you will leave out. In short\, setting concrete goals and making a plan of how you will do that. Why is that important? So that you don’t get distracted by things that don’t contribute to the success of your business or the pleasure of working in it. And instead invest your time\, budget and energy in what really moves your business forward. \nWhat those exact steps are is different for each company and each industry. What is the same for everyone is how to set your goals and priorities. How to make that visual. And how to make sure you keep your focus only on what’s important. \nFinally\, she will also talk about the various grants you can also use again next year to strengthen your business operations\, from start-up assistance to export advice or workforce development. There will be more than enough room for questions during the webinar or to talk further with Lizanne afterwards. \nYour webinar host is Lizanne Jakobs\, founder of Brilliant Work. They have already been voted the Netherlands’ best coaching and consulting firm for SMEs 4 times. Lizanne lived in England for years and was voted one of the 50 best business consultants in the UK there. Brilliant Work is a 15-strong team that advises\, coaches and trains ZZP and SME clients\, often with the help of 12 different types of grants. \nWalk-in: from 12.25\nStart: 12.30\nFinish: 13.30 \nRegistration is via this link. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/free-webinar-making-strategic-choices-for-a-successful-2025/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Facebook-formaat-nieuwe-stijl-52-4asZ8c.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20241206T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20241206T000000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T114844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T114844Z UID:4903-1733443200-1733443200@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Free workshop: The ideal sales pitch DESCRIPTION:Do you want to know how to sell your service or product really well? And this without coming across as too eager or with sweat on your back? Then come to this free workshop on January 13 at Startclub Arnhem. Whether you have a lot of experience with sales calls or none at all: this workshop “selling” is really useful for everyone who wants to bring in a customer. \nWe’ll discuss how to:\n✅ ask your potential clients for an interview\n✅ make sure you stay nice and relaxed and yourself during the interview\n✅ get the information you need to surface to close the deal\n✅ best to tell them about you and your business\n✅ and then how to bring in the client \nYou will also learn which questions are best to ask and how to sound convincing that it sounds like a hollow script from a call center. There will also be plenty of time for your questions and comments. After this workshop “selling” you will know how to achieve much more with less effort and less stress. \nPresentation is in the hands of Lizanne Jakobs\, founder of Brilliant Work and well-known partner at Start Club Arnhem. In her workshops you will learn very practical things that really help you further and that you can apply immediately. The trajectories she and her colleagues execute are usually possible with 1 of 10 different grant options. \nWalk-in: 10 a.m.\nStart: 10:10 a.m.\nEnd: around 11:15-11:30 a.m. \nWhat others thought of this workshop: \n“I received very concrete and useful tips. The examples used were really based on the business ideas of the participants present.” – Marjean Movrin of Reorgaco \n“The workshop gives tools for the sales conversation and a piece of structure. Some of it was already familiar to me\, but it was very nice to hear it in a structured and constructive way.” – Nadia van den Heuvel of Ictoria \n“Practical\, relatable and ‘encouraging.’ Nice that above all the message is to listen.” – Babette te Winkel of Project Compassion URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/free-workshop-the-ideal-sales-pitch-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/20200714_14092031812-0DOuWQ.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20241125T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20241125T000000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T114844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T114844Z UID:4904-1732492800-1732492800@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Focus on what really matters - goals and priorities in your business DESCRIPTION:How will 2025 be successful for your business? By deciding what you want to achieve with your business\, what you will do for it and what you will leave out. In short\, setting concrete goals and priorities and creating a plan of how you will do that. \nAbout the workshop\nWhy is that important? So that you don’t get distracted by things that don’t contribute to the success of your business or the pleasure of working in it. And instead invest your time\, budget and energy in what really moves your business forward. \nWhat those exact steps are is different for each company and each industry. What is the same for everyone is how to set your goals and priorities. How to make that visual. And how to make sure you keep your focus only on what’s important. In this workshop\, you will learn how to do just that. \nFinally\, Lizanne will also talk about the various grants you can use again this year to strengthen your business\, from start-up assistance to export advice or staff development. There will be more than enough room for questions during the workshop or to talk further with Lizanne afterwards. \nAbout the speaker\nThe workshop will be given by Lizanne Jakobs\, founder of Brilliant Work and well-known coach at StartUp Nijmegen. They have been voted Holland’s best coaching and consulting firm for SMEs four times. Lizanne lived in the United Kingdom for years and was voted one of the 50 best business consultants there. Brilliant Work is a 15-strong team that advises\, coaches and trains ZZP and SME clients\, often using 12 different types of grants. \nPlanning: \nWalk-in: 08:45 a.m.\nStart: 9:00 a.m.\nEnd: 10:30 a.m. \nAttending the workshop is completely free\, for everyone. So also for (starting) entrepreneurs and students who are not affiliated with StartUp. \nYou can sign up through this link. \n  URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/focus-on-what-really-matters-goals-and-priorities-in-your-business-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Thumbnail-82-xtS6XI.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=CET:20241115T120000 DTEND;TZID=CET:20241115T163000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T121014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T121014Z UID:4905-1731672000-1731688200@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:MKB Zevenaar | Business Market DESCRIPTION:On November 15\, the day of the entrepreneur\, MKB Zevenaar is organizing a business market. \nAn afternoon of knowledge sessions with inspiring speakers\, including Tom Coronel\, Anne Berndsen\, Kees van der Veer and Manon Kummer. \nLizanne is hosting no less than two knowledge sessions this afternoon. \nAt 3 p.m. she is going to tell you more about positioning and customer acquisition. \nWe are all inundated with advertising and people trying to sell you something. How do you put your company\, service or product super powerful and clear? What differentiates your company? How do you conduct the ideal sales conversation? How do you get (more) customers? \n  \nAt 3:45 p.m.\, the second knowledge session will follow. This session’s theme is: harness the potential of your staff. \nHow do I get more out of my people (human resource management and leadership)? How do you keep your staff motivated? The right people are in the right place and they can develop further. \n  \nParticipation in this afternoon is free. \nMore information about this afternoon’s program and registration can be found here. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/mkb-zevenaar-business-market/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Thumbnail-2024-09-23T105708.722-rCwz5g.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20241114T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20241114T000000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T114820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T114820Z UID:4906-1731542400-1731542400@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Workshop Making Strategic Choices for a Successful 2025! DESCRIPTION:Briskr and Brilliant Work are co-hosting this workshop. \nHow will 2025 be successful for your business? By deciding what you want to achieve with your company\, what you are going to do to reach it\, and what you will choose not to do. In short\, setting concrete goals and creating an action plan to achieve them. \nWhy is this important? So that you don’t get distracted by things that don’t contribute to your company’s success or that you don’t enjoy working on. Instead\, you focus your time\, budget\, and energy on what truly drives your business forward. The exact steps to take will differ for each company and sector. \nWhat you will learn in this workshop is: \n\nHow to set your goals and priorities\nHow you make them visual\nAnd how to ensure that you only focus on what is truly important and not get stuck in day to day work\nLastly we will discuss the different subsidies you can take advantage of in the coming year to strengthen your business operations\, from startup support to export advice and employee development.\n\nThere will be plenty of time for questions during the workshop\, or to continue the conversation with Lizanne afterwards. \nGood to know\nThe workshop is facilitated in English and is free of charge. \nParticipation in the workshop is free for everyone\, including drinks and bites. However\, for cancellations within 24 hours prior to the event\, we will charge a fee of 15 euros (excluding VAT) to cover incurred expenses. URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/workshop-making-strategic-choices-for-a-successful-2025-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Workshop-Brilliant-Work-Strategy-2025-Briskr-555x344-1-cGmiyL.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=CET:20241105T110000 DTEND;TZID=CET:20241105T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T195059 CREATED:20250508T121000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T121000Z UID:4907-1730804400-1730811600@brilliantwork.nl SUMMARY:Mercator lunch (EN): How to lead and develop your team DESCRIPTION:Join Lizanne for lunch organized by Mercator Launch \nLizanne Jakobs is founder of Brilliant Work\, Radboud University alumnus\, well known public speaker and experienced business coach. She has a great deal of expercience in working with complex scale ups. Brilliant Work has been named the best coaching and consultancy firm for small to medium enterprises in the Netherlands 4 times in a row. Most of their coaching engagements are done on a subsidised basis. \nDuring this lunch she will be speaking about a topic that many of you might find challenging or very interesting. How to lead and develop your team. As your company grows\, not only the amount of people you need changes\, but also what skills\, motivation\, roles and experience they have. Your own background is mostly likely not as a leadership expert\, so getting tips and tricks on how to do this can be very useful. Plus I will explain what subsidies you can use in this area. Hopefully see you November 5th! \nInterested in a free lunch with Lizanne Jakobs? You can sign up here. \n  \n  \n  URL:https://brilliantwork.nl/en/evenement/mercator-lunch-en-how-to-lead-and-develop-your-team/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brilliantwork.nl/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Thumbnail-2024-09-23T101228.784-tkU53j.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR