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ImpactWork ranked among the best HR consultancies in the Netherlands

December 9, 2025 | 2 minutes reading time

ImpactWork has been included in the Best Consulting Firms in the Netherlands 2025 list by Consultancy.nl. We received a Gold classification in the Human Resources category. It's a recognition we're proud of, not just for the classification itself, but for what it represents: the collaboration with our clients and how we're reshaping HRM together.

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AB Werkt and the ImpactWork Foundation invest in children's future

08-01-2026

In the Netherlands, your postal code still determines your chances in the job market. AB Werkt and the ImpactWork Foundation want to change that. They are joining forces and partnering with JINC, the leading youth organization for equal opportunities in the job market. 

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The salary cost calculation nobody makes

05-01-2026

Your salary costs will rise by 5 to 6 percent this year. Annoying, but manageable; you can absorb one year of higher costs. Right? That's precisely the problem: almost everyone looks one year ahead, while the real impact only becomes apparent with a multi-year calculation.

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Why 25% of our profits goes to others

29-12-2025

When we started ImpactWork, one thing was crystal clear: we didn’t want to be a consultancy that only talks about impact. We wanted to do it. That’s why, from day one, 25% of our profits have gone to the ImpactWork Foundation.

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Layoffs and shortages: why it’s not as contradictory as it seems

11-12-2025

It may seem like the start of a period in which jobs are disappearing, but that picture only tells part of the story. 

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Truly Listening Goes Beyond Measuring

04-12-2025

Employees are being surveyed more than ever. Engagement surveys, pulse checks, NPS scores—dashboards are filling up. Yet the question remains: are we truly listening? Or are we merely measuring?

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Wtta: new rules for everyone working with employment agencies

02-12-2025

The Senate has passed the Admission of Workforce Provision Act (Wtta). Starting in 2028, companies may only work with employment agencies that hold an official license. A seemingly simple rule, but the impact is greater than many realize.

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Fines for false self-employment starting January 1

24-11-2025

Co-founder Jildert Huitema has officially become an 'expert contributor' at De Ondernemer, the leading online platform for entrepreneurs by DPG Media Nederland. His first blog post tackles false self-employment—a pressing and timely issue for many business owners.

Pioneers in Sustainable HRM Policy: Marieke Pepers, CHRO of Nmbrs

11-09-2025

What happens when there are no team leaders, the workweek is four days long, and team members assess each other’s performance — including with a score that directly affects salary increases?

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HR as Climate Policy

23-07-2025

Something strange is going on in sustainability land. As companies scramble to reduce their carbon emissions and get green labels, one crucial area remains structurally underexposed: the way they treat their people: HR, that is.

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How a rising absenteeism crisis is costing municipalities millions

09-09-2025

Discover how this could have been prevented. What began as a manageable HR issue in 2021 has now grown into an absenteeism crisis - a crisis Amsterdam shares with many other Dutch municipalities.

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The Evolution of HR: From Policy-Driven to Skills-Based

29-04-2025

The HR function has undergone a massive transformation. Where HR 1.0 focused on rules and procedures, and HR 2.0 embraced data analytics, we are now seeing the shift to HR 3.0 — with skills as the driving force. This evolution is a direct response to changing global needs, and the demands of organisations and their people.

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City of The Hague x ImpactWork at the NVP Spring Conference

29-05-2025

At the spring conference of the NVP, Jildert Huitema and Anneke Laoutaris (City of The Hague) took the stage to share an inspiring case study. 

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The impact of data roadshow

27-01-2025

Improve your recruitment process with a data-driven approach. Learn how ImpactWork organized a roadshow for a government client and significantly improved data quality.

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A lesson in biased AI

27-02-2025

Discover the importance of responsible AI and the ISO 42001 certification for ethical, transparent, and reliable AI systems, with a focus on preventing discrimination and promoting opportunities.

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Skill, like it or not

05-12-2024

Many organizations still hire based on degrees rather than capabilities—and it's costing them top talent and long-term retention. As the world of work rapidly evolves, skills-based transformation is no longer a future ideal but an urgent necessity. 

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The impact of Camino

01-12-2023

Explore how Cammio's video recruitment platform contributes to a fair, efficient, and sustainable labor market with authentic connections between employers and candidates.

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The Impact of Brainsfirst

06-11-2023

Discover how BrainsFirst is revolutionizing talent identification with scientifically validated, bias-free assessments, and contributing to a sustainable and inclusive labor market.

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The impact of theMatchBox

26-10-2023

Discover how theMatchBox automates recruitment processes, creates equal opportunities, and contributes to a sustainable labor market with a focus on employee satisfaction and bias-free matching.

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The impact of Fractional director

07-12-2023

Discover how a fractional director can strengthen your organization with strategic expertise, cost savings, and innovative solutions across various sectors.

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The impact of The Social Handshake

23-11-2023

Discover how The Social Handshake helps organizations make an impact with payroll giving and sustainable initiatives for a better world and a happy workplace.

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