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Congratulations to Sean on receiving the Teamwork Core Value Award! From starting as a floorhand intern in 2008 to becoming a General Manager in Bahrain, his journey at H&P exemplifies dedication. “At H&P, teamwork is doing our individual part and embracing the different approaches, ideas and healthy conflict," he said. Cheers to Sean for embodying the spirit of Teamwork and contributing to H&P's success on an international scale! 🌐🏆 Learn more in the latest issue of Enterprise https://ow.ly/Hh2650QyST2

Earlier this week, we marked World Youth Skills Day - a United Nations instituted day.   This sparked a reminder of the importance of investing in our youth. The future is shaped by the skills and capabilities we nurture today, and it is our responsibility as leaders to ensure that the younger generation is prepared to excel and innovate.   I'm proud to share that within the Group Audit & Advisory Services function at Majid Al Futtaim, we have embraced this philosophy wholeheartedly. This year, we welcomed fresh talents in the Graduate Development Program (GDP) onboard, believing in their potential to bring fresh perspectives and innovative solutions.    Moreover, our GDP model – relationship, academic and experiential – has been remarkable vessels for this vision. Through this initiative, we’re adopting an integrated, holistic approach to developing Emirati graduates as Internal Audit specialists and future leaders. Over 18 months, the graduates will gain knowledge about risks, control environment, Internal Audit activities, Majid Al Futtaim Business Units, the team and most importantly, themselves.   These programs not only equip our graduates with a diverse skill set but also embed in them a deep understanding of our organisational culture and values. Our investment in these talented individuals reflects a commitment to their personal and professional growth, fostering an environment where they can thrive and contribute significantly.   However, the essence of World Youth Skills Day is past individual initiatives; it is a global call to action for all organizations.   It is essential that we all come together to empower the youth with the right skills and opportunities, ensuring they are ready to take on challenges. Whether through education, training, mentorship, or innovative programs, our collective efforts can make a monumental difference.   #WorldYouthSkillsDay #InvestInYouth #FutureLeaders #GraduateProgram #YouthEmpowerment

Today marks the end of an adventure of almost 13 years at SGS. Today I would like to express my #GRATTITUDE to all those who have accompanied me in this chapter: my colleagues all over the World, my managers who have always supported me, customers and partners who have always trusted me unconditionally. #THANKYOU to all of you. Please allow me to share my "take aways" from this adventure: 1. INTEGRITY: There are people who, no matter how different and diverse their circumstances may be, share your values, and demonstrate them daily with their commitment. 2. PEOPLE: "Many small people, in small places, doing small things, can change the World". 3. RESILIENCE: Life is change. Change is good and brings learning. #THANKYOU and stay tuned for further adventures.

"We do it this way" Wednesday... Three “Ps” underpin our approach: PROCESS Our work is based on inquiry into your lived experience and the outcomes you seek. We won’t be subjecting you to whole load of generic PowerPoint training or dodgy psychometric tools. We will help you have the important conversations you need to have. We will work through interviews and questionnaires, offsite in-person in amazing places, help you scope priority self-led workplace actions, and provide whatever holding to account and coaching support you need. PLACE Place impacts the way people think and engage with one another. With the right facilitation it can be a rich source of insightful metaphor, and fun! We are very selective about where we think we can best support you. It may be indoors, outdoors, or a combination of both. We work around the UK and have a particular attachment to the many amazing indoor and outdoor spaces around Scotland. PEOPLE We are a network of carefully chosen associates. We have a rich bank of backgrounds, skills, and life experiences that bring creative challenge and practical support to our clients. Many of us have led/are leading in high consequence environments and are educated to Masters level in relevant areas. At your service. #GreatConversations #ImportantConversations #CourageousConversations #AmazingScottishSpaces #TeamDevelopment #TeamEffectiveness

I've never done this before, but this year, I decided to reflect on my accomplishments. It's a valuable exercise that I recommend to everyone—it provides a unique perspective on the scope of your impact. 🔹Throughout the year, I coached 113 clients, averaging 4 to 6 sessions, each lasting 1.5 hours. 🔹It’s an average of 720 coaching hours.🤯 🔹My clients geography: Qatar, Cyprus, USA, Ukraine, Portugal, Russia, Ireland, and Moldova, with 80% based in the Netherlands. 🔹My clients secured positions such as: Event Manager, Senior Legal Counsel, Operations Planning Manager, Global Finance Projects Lead, Regional Accounting Manager, KYC Manager, Account Payable, Assistant Accountant, Learning and Development Manager, Quality Assurance Engineer, Digital Marketing Specialist, Data Scientist, Data Analyst, Business Development Manager, and Trade and Marketing Director. 🔹I take pride in the success of the Jobontrack project for highly skilled Ukrainians. We had two editions, with 25 participants in the first and 20 in the second one, a total of 28 found work in their qualifications, showcasing a transformative journey of self-belief and empowerment in a new country. ✔️Throughout the year, I conducted 24 training sessions, including 4 open to the general public. ✔️I led 2 masterclasses and was the speaker at one career event at the Rotterdam School of Management. ✔️I played a role in organizing and hosting 4 job fairs in Almere. ▪️As the year concludes, I've transitioned to a new professional stage, focusing more on executive and leadership coaching. ▪️I completed the course on Coaching Managers and Leaders for Continuous Improvement. ▪️Currently enrolled in Michael Neil’s "Impacting Leaders" course and I just love it! ▪️I subscribed to the Evercoach platform to satisfy my thirst for continuous learning. Currently, I'm working with amazing clients on their leadership skills, authenticity, uncovering their superpowers, building personal brand and fearlessly manifesting their presence in the world.🧚🏼♀️ Keeping you as accountability partners while sharing my Immediate plans: ▪️Developing and promoting the Heart Centered Leadership program for companies. ▪️Conducting corporate Presentation Mastery trainings, starting from January. ▪️Speaking at the Women in Leadership conference on January 26. ▪️Launching the Career Accelerator coaching group, a comprehensive 8-week program with individual strategy sessions, 6 career trainings, and group meetings, limited to 10 participants. How has your year been? Have you taken the time to review and reflect?

🎓 22 Months of Growth: My Graduate Scheme Journey at Kuehne Nagel   With just two months remaining on my graduate scheme, I can’t help but look back at the incredible journey I’ve had over the past 22 months. 🌟 Here are some highlights that have shaped my professional development:   Colleague Awards - Graduate of the Year Nominee (Top 3): The recognition as a Graduate of the Year nominee was humbling. It reinforced the value of hard work, collaboration, and going the extra mile.   International Placement: My international placement challenged me to adapt to a new culture and work environment. It expanded my network, horizons and taught me resilience.   Breath of Placements Across the Business: Rotating through different departments allowed me to understand our business holistically. I’ve worn various hats, from sales to operations, key accounts to commercial and gained a 360-degree view.   Annual Road Logistics Conference Presentation: From nervous anticipation to confident delivery, presenting at the annual road conference was a pivotal moment in the scheme, allowing me to put to practice skills I had been working on in the background. I learned the art of engaging an audience, and the importance of concise communication, whislt developing my confidence.   Reverse Mentoring: Being both a mentor and mentee allowed me to bridge generational gaps and exchange fresh perspectives. It’s amazing how much wisdom can flow in both directions!   External Workshops: Attending workshops beyond our organization exposed me to diverse ideas and best practices. Whether it was a design thinking workshop or a leadership seminar, each experience enriched my skill set.   As I prepare to transition from the graduate scheme, I’m grateful for the friendships, lessons, and growth. 🌱 Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey! Let’s make these last two months count! 💪   #GraduateJourney #ProfessionalGrowth #LinkedInReflection

𝑻𝒊𝒎𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑷𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒑𝒍𝒆𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝑷𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆 𝑴𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕: 𝑰𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒔 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝑴𝒚 𝑱𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒏𝒆𝒚 In 1980, I embarked on my first full-time job as a Management Trainee at Emporium Holdings Group’s Klasse Departmental Store in Singapore. I was transferred to Brunei to open the very first Klasse Departmental Store in 1981 and was promoted to Divisional Supervisor in 1982. Recently, I stumbled upon a reminder card from my supervisory training, and to my surprise, the principles it contained in 1980 remain as relevant today as they were back then. What stands out is that these principles inherently supported Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), long before they became mainstream priorities. 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐱𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐦 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲: 1. Show your people you respect them as individuals. 2. Place your people to make maximum use of their abilities. 3. Correct constructively. 4. Help your people achieve job satisfaction. 5. Reinforce the group concept.   𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞: 🔘 No two people are alike. Each must be treated as an individual. 🔘 Take advantage of individual strengths. 🔘 When correcting errors, attack the problem, not the person. 🔘 People need to know that what they are doing is important. Always praise good performance. 🔘 Involve your people in running your store. Make it “our store,” rather than “my store.” Reflecting on my journey, I’m curious about the varying ways managers and supervisors interpret and apply these timeless principles. Or why are they not applying this? As we move forward, let’s integrate these principles with a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Embracing DEI means recognizing and valuing diverse perspectives, ensuring equitable opportunities for growth, and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and heard. Let’s continue the conversation on how we can apply these principles to promote inclusive leadership and elevate our teams to new heights. #hexcellence #growthaccelerator #dei #hrdcorptraining #supervisortraining #leadership #cptd

Busy times for our team, and soooo many incredible people we get to work with ♥️ This team of managers and supervisors in Spain deepened their “skill in leading” last week by practising their TWI Job Relations routines and starting the development of new habits that bring the best out of their people… ::: learning to spot and get into people-problems earlier, before they escalate and become much harder to solve ::: handling people problems swiftly and sustainably using the 4-Step problem-solving routine of TWI JR ::: preventing people problems by applying the 4 TWI JR Foundations for Good Relations Supervisor Academy Maersk Training #leanleadership #servantleadership

Feeling Home is important... Home is where you feel happy and zen especially more if you are surrounded by good people. Many thanks to my Clients, Candidates, Colleagues and Competitors in Belgium to make sure I feel home every day! #robertwaltersbelgium #recruitment #engineeringrecruitment

Early Career Mistakes and the Lessons They Taught Me My career in Equinor has been an unconventional journey, moving from offshore catering assistant via various HR expert and executive roles to Head of IT and finally leading Excellence & Digital in Subsurface. But each step has been filled with valuable lessons that I learned along the way. Today, I thought I would share three insights related to where I went wrong in managing my time, energy and approach in the beginning of my career – perhaps it can help you avoid the same mistakes 😊 🔹 Accept Good Enough: Early in my career, I was an über perfectionist. I’d spend long evenings tweaking fonts and images on a slide and regularly lose sleep over a missed point in a presentation. This wasn’t sustainable, so I learned to recognize what’s “good enough” and accept that the flaws I noticed in my own performance were likely invisible to others. Striving for perfection in every detail is exhausting and can be counterproductive. I realised that striking a balance between high standards and practicality is key to maintaining productivity and well-being. 🔹 Be Yourself: When I took on my first leadership roles, I had preconceived ideas about how a leader should act and appear. So I did my best to fit that mould and spent a lot of energy on trying to say and do what I thought were the right things - which was honestly pretty exhausting. Eventually, I decided to stop wasting time and energy on being someone I was not, and rather conclude that who I am would have to be good enough - weird humour and occasional colourful expressions included. This gave me more energy to spend on other things and I found that showing people that it's okay to be themselves creates trust and stronger relationships. 🔹 Delegate and Empower: Early in my career, I was a bit of a control freak, always available and micromanaging every detail to ensure performance. This left less room for other areas of life - and it also set a poor example for my team. I had to learn to be hands-on but not hands-in – setting direction but also stepping back and giving my team more autonomy - which led to improved satisfaction and stronger trust- based relationships. I believe these early career learnings have shaped how I work, how I lead and how I develop and grow. Embracing good enough, being authentic, and leading with trust have helped me find huge satisfaction in my professional journey and where it has taken me. I hope sharing these insights can help you navigate your career path and leadership approach as well 😊 ⭐ PS! I would love to know what YOUR early career learnings were and how they have shaped you – please share in the comments! ⭐ #Leadership #CareerAdvice #AuthenticLeadership #WorkLifeBalance #ProfessionalGrowth #ImpostorSyndrome