Jan relies on his extensive sales- and management experience and has developed a large network. He approaches and mediates candidates to, as he calls it: ‘the optimal next step in a career’.

In addition to that, he not only matches on the hard demands, but he also makes sure that there is fit in the human aspects: ‘I always take the development perspective of both candidate and client in consideration. If I don’t see a fit there, you can rely on me to be honest about that.

A successful placement is much more than just a new job or a new manager. It gives a boost on both sides.’

‘For me, a good collaboration with a client starts with listening. I ask questions, observe, read between the lines. Then you start seeing the things that are not immediately obvious. If necessary for a clear picture, I will not hesitate to seek a confrontation’.

About his personal drive: ‘Nothing is as challenging as supporting the positive growth of a company. To me that success is closely related to the degree in which an organization succeeds in finding the right management with the right attitude and making a real connection.

I also prefer efficient solutions. So you work lean by hiring services only if you need them.’