@HomeinHolland

“At Home in Holland” provides newcomers to The Netherlands a better understanding of the key aspects and backgrounds of Dutch culture and helps them to find their way in getting around and feeling at home. The training will be tailored to the needs of the participants and the company.

  • Key beliefs and values of the Dutch and backgrounds
  • Dutch society and people culture
  • The Dutch workplace / Dealing with the Dutch
  • A comparison between the Dutch and your own culture
  • Relocating and cultural adaptation / personal needs
  • Getting Around / practical tips & tricks
“ The workshop is very practical,interactive and useful. Esther is a very attentive speaker, who answers every single question clearly. It is a pity that I didn’t attend this workshop earlier. The day is very inspiring and unforgettable.” (participant @HomeinHolland training, Booking.com)
“Pleasantly surprised (expected a ‘tulip and windmill’ story or a ‘history lesson’)” (participant Stryker)
“I feel much more at ease and comfortable now” (participant Stryker)
“professional and with a personal touch” (participant Stryker)
“I am better able to communicate with Dutch boss/colleagues” (participant Stryker)
“Great attention for managing personal/family needs in the process of relocating” (participant Stryker)

Goal

Feeling at home in the Netherlands and securing a successful expatriate assignment.

Results

  • Insights into the Dutch culture and way of living
  • Interacting successfully with the Dutch from one’s own culture
  • Meeting your professional and personal needs in the Netherlands
  • Tips for getting around in the Netherlands

Program

Welcome to the Netherlands

  • Quiz
  • Things you always wanted to know…
  • Your assignment and situation

The Dutch Mindset

  • Cultural drivers and backgrounds
  • Key values
  • History, government and society
  • Dutch business environment

Working with the Dutch

  • Management & leadership styles
  • Communication styles
  • Giving feedback and motivating
  • Meetings and decisionmaking
  • Becoming part of the team
  • Networking

Building Your Dutch Dream

  • Getting around in your new living environment
  • Building a social network
  • Practical tips & tricks for daily life
  • Dealing with culture shock
  • Action plan for realizing your professional and personal needs

For whom

  • Expats and their family members

Duration

Full day training; timings adjustable to your schedule