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An article By Tina Evans, Founder of Blue Lynx As we approach 2025, the Dutch employment landscape is set to undergo significant transformations. Staying informed is crucial for employers to ensure compliance and to maintain effective workforce management. Here’s an overview of the key changes scheduled for the coming years: Stricter Certification Requirements for Employment…

At Blue Lynx, with our 36 years of experience and a stellar reputation, we understand the critical importance of talent retention for both our clients and candidates. For three decades, we’ve been dedicated to ensuring that the talent we place not only fits well with their new roles but also stays and thrives. Here’s why…

Within an organisation, employees with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives interact with each other daily. As a result, the collision of ideas and opinions is not just commonplace but essential for innovation and progress. In fact, according to ZipDo, 85% of employees experience conflict in the workplace at some point. However, the way we navigate…

Employee turnover, the revolving door of talent in and out of organisations, poses significant challenges to maintaining a stable and productive workforce. In this article, we will explore the root causes and review effective strategies for reducing high employee turnover. Understanding employee turnover and implementing actionable strategies to sustainably deal with it will help foster…

Our actions, habits, and mindset play a profound role in shaping the trajectory of our careers. Self-sabotaging behaviours often impede our progress and potential. This article aims to shed light on the profound impact of these behaviours on our careers and provide a strategic guide to overcoming them. Negativity What is a negative mindset in…

The significance of company culture has transcended its traditional role over the past decade. Beyond mere office aesthetics and casual Fridays, a robust company culture now is one of the main pillars of organisational success. It is the invisible force that shapes employee behaviours, defines collective values, and ultimately propels a company towards its goals.…

Code-switching is the practice of switching between different languages, dialects, or communication styles. It is a powerful tool that helps professionals handle multilingual and multicultural interactions. In this article, I’m going to explore the nuances of code-switching in the workplace, types, implications, benefits, and best practices.   What Constitutes Code-Switching in the Workplace?   Code-switching…

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the way we work. It allows us to automate repetitive tasks, improve decision making and optimise operations. This allows employees to focus on creative work. Ultimately, this leads to increased productivity, accuracy and enhanced customer service quality. Additionally, AI enables businesses to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks which results in…

The pursuit of top-tier talent is a strategic imperative for organisations that seek sustained growth and success. The global executive search market size was valued at $23.5 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach $32.2 billion by 2027. Executive search and recruitment, often used interchangeably, are activities that support talent acquisition. Both methods have…

Recruitment scams have become increasingly prevalent lately, targeting various talent acquisition agencies in the Netherlands, Blue Lynx included. Scammers have been exploiting various online platforms to deceive unsuspecting job seekers. Recent incidents of phishing attacks and scammers approaching potential candidates through channels like WhatsApp, Instagram, LinkedIn, and other media have raised concerns about the safety…