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SUMMARY:Netwerkwandeling Mechelen
DESCRIPTION:Dit is een exclusieve activiteit voor leden uit de UNIZO groeigroepen. \nLeer je collega-ondernemers op een fijne én laagdrempelige manier kennen. Je geniet van een ontspannen wandeling langs de Dijle terwijl je in gesprek gaat met de ondernemers uit de andere groeigroepen. \nProgramma \n\n09u00: Samenkomen aan uitgang parking Keerdok\n09u30: Start wandeling\n11u00: Koffie en gebak
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/netwerkwandeling-mechelen/
LOCATION:Uitgang Parking Keerdok\, Antonia Wolversstraat 1\, 2800\, Mechelen\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240405T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240405T170000
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240401T133146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T133146Z
UID:5752-1712307600-1712336400@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Formation. Dominez la communication et le marketing avec ChatGPT - Avril 2024
DESCRIPTION:Une journée de formation pour ceux qui veulent maîtriser ChatGPT pour la communication et le marketing. Découvrez des stratégies de pointe et transformez votre approche professionnelle. \n\n\nMaîtrisez la Méthode SOLAR : techniques avancées pour formuler des prompts pertinents et spécifiques.\n\n\nCas pratiques et démonstrations axés sur les métiers de la communication et du marketing.\n\n\nCréation de contenu optimisé pour les réseaux sociaux : LinkedIn\, Facebook et plus.\n\n\nÉlaboration de calendriers éditoriaux efficaces et structuration de présentations PowerPoint.\n\n\nGénération d’images et analyse statistique pour des campagnes marketing impactantes.\n\n\nFonctionnalités cachées : Explorez les aspects moins connus pour un usage innovant.
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/formation-dominez-la-communication-et-le-marketing-avec-chatgpt-avril-2024/
LOCATION:Rue de Bruxelles 174\, Awans\, Rue de Bruxelles 174\, Awans\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240408T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240408T210000
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240401T133450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T133450Z
UID:5756-1712602800-1712610000@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Webinaire Digital Commerce. L'e-commerce simplifié : créez votre boutique en ligne
DESCRIPTION:Ce webinaire est organisé dans le cadre du programme Digital Commerce avec comme thème : L’e-commerce simplifié : créez votre boutique en ligne
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/webinaire-digital-commerce-le-commerce-simplifie-creez-votre-boutique-en-ligne/
LOCATION:In-person\, Sint-Baafsplein 10\, Gent\, 9000\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240415T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240415T133000
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240401T134735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T134735Z
UID:5763-1713182400-1713187800@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Leer ons aanbod rond Internationaal Ondernemen kennen
DESCRIPTION:Tijdens deze infosessie leer je ons aanbod kennen rond internationaal ondernemen. Het is ook een moment om te delen welke opleidingen je als onderneming nog mist in ons programma. We horen ook graag van jou bij welke internationale noden we je nog kunnen helpen. \n\n\n\n\nWat staat er dit jaar op de planning van Internationaal Ondernemen?\nWat zou ik als bedrijf graag op die planning zien staan?\nMet welke uitdagingen rond Internationaal Ondernemen kamp ik zelf?
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/leer-ons-aanbod-rond-internationaal-ondernemen-kennen/
LOCATION:In-person\, Sint-Baafsplein 10\, Gent\, 9000\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240416T073000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240416T100000
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240401T135048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T135048Z
UID:5766-1713252600-1713261600@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Ontbijtclub: In 5 stappen een succesvolle business uitbouwen
DESCRIPTION:Hoe kan je als startende onderneming groeien naar een succesvolle business\, zonder al te grote investeringen\, ads of intense social media following? \nTijdens deze ontbijtclub ontdek je het in 5 praktische stappen\, nog voor de werkdag begint.\nEn het is volledig gratis! \n\n\n\nIn 5 stappen als startende onderneming naar een succesvolle business\, zonder al te grote investeringen\, ads of intense social media following. In deze inspiratiesessie behandelt Hannelore Verheyen\, founder en CEO van Boostways en Hands-On Academy\, hoe je in 5 stappen een efficiënt en succesvol bedrijf kan uitbouwen. \nHannelore inspireert je tijdens deze sessie en deelt haar eigen verhaal: hoe ze in minder dan 3 jaar 2 bedrijven uitbouwde tot een miljoenenbusiness\, zonder 1 euro te investeren in advertenties en zonder een intense social media following.
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/ontbijtclub-in-5-stappen-een-succesvolle-business-uitbouwen/
LOCATION:Teamtel\, Ikaroslaan 25\, Zaventem\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240418T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240418T110000
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240401T135851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T135851Z
UID:5770-1713430800-1713438000@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:APBCOFFEE: A.I. UPDATE - DE ROL VAN A.I. IN DE CREATIEVE SECTOR
DESCRIPTION:Paneldiscussie over de impact van A.I. op onze sector\n\n\n\n\nDe ontwikkelingen in A.I. volgen elkaar al anderhalf jaar in rap tempo op\, dus het leek ons hoog tijd voor een update! Onder leiding van Aster Breekweg van Club Gewoon gaan we in gesprek met Vincent Buyssens\, Elisa Hulstaert\, en Flora Miranda over welke rol A.I.momenteel en in de toekomst inneemt in de creatieve sector. Welke creatieve toepassingen hebben we al gezien de afgelopen tijd\, wat betekent dat voor creativiteit en creatieve ondernemers / designers? Hoe zien deze experts de toekomst van de sector voor zich? Wat moeten we vieren en waar moeten we voor oppassen?
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/apbcoffee-a-i-update-de-rol-van-a-i-in-de-creatieve-sector/
LOCATION:METAL\, ijzerlaan 7\, Antwerpen\, 2060
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240425T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240425T200000
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240326T081746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T111445Z
UID:5711-1714068000-1714075200@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Flow & Connect: Unique Yoga Experience for Freelancers by Sound On Yoga
DESCRIPTION:This event has been CANCELLED \n🌟 Calling all freelancers! Join us for an exclusive evening of rejuvenation and networking. Experience a soulful Sunset Yoga Flow with Sound On Yoga 🧘‍♀️\, connect with fellow freelancers\, and enjoy nourishing snacks 🍏. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a special way of doing yoga\, unwind\, connect\, and recharge!💫 \n\n\n\n\nWhere: \nSecurex supports freelancers and makes this event possible by hosting this event. We’ll meet on the 2nd floor of the Securex building by Watersportbaan in Gent. Address: Verenigde-Natieslaan 1\, 9000 Gent. 🏢\n\n\n\n\nAgenda:\n\n17:45 Doors open\n18:00 – 19:15 // Sound On Yoga experience. Enjoy a Sunset Yoga Flow to soulful beats. Each attendee connects by tuning into crystal clear sound and instructions (in English) with *silent disco* headphones and is in for a soulful\, melodic ride. No prior yoga experience is needed.\n19:15 – 20:00 // Laidback hanging out and networking with fellow freelancers & enjoy Water Lily Pops  and hydrating Vita Coco coconut water 🥥\n\n\n\n\n🎟️ Tickets:\nThis event has been cancelled.\n\n\n\nTickets include:\n– A full Sound On Yoga experience\, instructed by Australian Molly Henderson (hear her story on how she founded Sound On Yoga in our podcast here). Yoga mats and headphones will be provided for the duration of the class. The class will be in English.\n– Networking with fellow freelancers\n– A water bottle by Securex\n– Taste Water Lily Pops by Zenko Superfoods\n– A 330 ml container of hydrating Vita Coco coconut water.\n\n\n\n\nWhat to bring:\nYou will receive an email before the event with tips for clothing. 👕\n\n\nIf the weather is nice and it is warm enough the class will be held outside. ☀️\n\n       \n\nMore about Sound On Yoga: \nSound On Yoga – an outdoor yoga studio in Belgium\, founded in 2019 by Molly Henderson.​ Sound On Yoga shares immersive yoga experiences guided by dedicated teachers in Belgium\, connecting deeply with nature\, ‘flow’ to soulful music through state-of-the-art headphones\, and moving through Vinyasa Slow Flow at a deliberate\, relaxed pace. See their home page https://www.soundonyoga.com/ and events calendar https://www.soundonyoga.com/our-tours for more experiences. 🌿 You can also hear Molly’s story and tips for freelancers in our podcast episode here.\n\n\n\n \nMore about Securex:\nSecurex helps people kickstart their careers as freelancers with Start2Freelance\, their department for services tailored to independent professionals. Find out more via their website; https://www.start2freelance.be/\, available in EN\, NL and FR. 💼 \n  \n  \n \nMore about Freelancers in Belgium:\nFreelancers in Belgium is a community with the mission to help you as an independent professional to start and run your business in Belgium. \nMeet other freelancers\, learn about best practices and get resources to move your freelance business forward. We have an active Facebook group which you can join for free here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/freelancersinbelgium/ \nIn our free monthly newsletter Freelance Forward Facts you find freelancers sharing their experiences and best tips. You’ll get the latest tax and getting clients tips\, events\, freelance news\, community updates and more.\nSubscribe here: https://www.freelancersinbelgium.be/sign-up 📩 \n 
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/yoga/
LOCATION:Securex\, Verenigde-Natieslaan 1\, GENT\, ---\, 9000\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240502T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240502T200000
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240418T111816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T111938Z
UID:5799-1714669200-1714680000@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Startup Career Matchmaking Event
DESCRIPTION:A free online matchmaking event for everyone who wants to work at a start-up\nhttps://www.imecistart.com/en/startup-career-matchmaking-event \n  \nJoin to meet leading tech startups & scaleups in Belgium that are looking for talent to help them achieve their missions! The imec.istart startups are especially WELCOMING interns\, graduates\, junior\, medior and senior profiles from all cultures and backgrounds. The startups are looking for software designers/developers\, hardware designers/developers\, marketers\, sales reps\, business developers\, customer service representatives\, etc… in Belgium and remotely. It doesn’t matter if you look for a full- or part-time job as an employee\, or your next freelance or consultancy assignment. \n 
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/startup-career-matchmaking-event-2/
LOCATION:In-person\, Sint-Baafsplein 10\, Gent\, 9000\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240607T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240607T170000
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240605T225217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T225217Z
UID:6030-1717750800-1717779600@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Séminaire : Pour une visualisation professionnelle de vos données d'entreprise
DESCRIPTION:Grâce à cette formation sur la visualisation des données\, découvrez les fonctionnalités du logiciel Tableau et construisez des tableaux de bord innovants pour explorer vos données en profondeur. Ce séminaire est organisé par le Digital Lab et HEC Liège Executive Education. \nDe nos jours\, les entreprises disposent d’un volume de données non structurées important. Le succès du parcours de transformation digitale régit dans la capacité de l’entreprise à partager et exploiter efficacement ces données. Pour décrypter des données provenant de différents canaux\, les consolider\, les synthétiser et ainsi éclairer la prise de décision\, la visualisation de données s’est imposée comme une solution incontournable.\nDes outils de business intelligence tels que le logiciel Tableau\, en offrant la possibilité à chaque employé de construire ses propres tableaux de bord\, permettent à chacun d’accéder à l’information en temps réel\, d’aller à l’essentiel et de gagner en productivité. Au cours de cette journée de formation sur le data visualisation\, vous allez découvrir comment mettre en œuvre des résumés de données dynamiques en utilisant Tableau Desktop.\nPar le biais d’exercices pratiques\, vous apprendrez à maîtriser les fonctionnalités essentielles du logiciel pour élaborer des vues complètes et détaillées de vos données.\nGrâce à cette formation sur la visualisation des données\, découvrez les fonctionnalités du logiciel Tableau et construisez des tableaux de bord innovants pour explorer vos données en profondeur.
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/seminaire-pour-une-visualisation-professionnelle-de-vos-donnees-dentreprise/
LOCATION:HEC Liège – Ecole de Gestion de l’Université de Liège\, Rue Louvrex\, Liège\, Belgium
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240615
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240530T084454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T115503Z
UID:5969-1717977600-1718409599@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Outdoor co-working event: Landschapskantoor 10-14 June
DESCRIPTION:A program that brings work\, networking and fun together. This event is in Dutch\nDay pass €45\, 4 days €200\nSee the program here: https://landschapskantoor.be/programma/ 
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/outdoor-co-working-event-landschapskantoor-10-14-june/
LOCATION:De Klinkaert Sportclub\, Kerremansstraat 21\, Rumst\, 2840\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240611T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240611T210000
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240605T230832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T230832Z
UID:6046-1718128800-1718139600@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Digicafé juni 2024
DESCRIPTION:Op dinsdag 11 juni is Voka – KvK Limburg dé ontmoetingsplaats om in dialoog te gaan over innovatie en om gelijkgestemden beter te leren kennen. Of je nu een startende ondernemer bent\, incubator\, scale-up of grote multinational… digitalisering is de toekomst. Het ‘Digicafé’ is de perfecte gelegenheid om jouw kennis en vaardigheden te vergroten door ervaringsuitwisseling en praktijkgetuigenissen \n\n\n\nDe laatste nieuwe ontwikkelingen? Jij blijft op de hoogte\nIedereen wil op de hoogte blijven van nieuwe diensten of initiatieven die er te vinden zijn in de steeds veranderende markt. Daarom nodigen we tijdens het Digicafé experts uit om uit hun expertise ontwikkelingen op vlak van van innovatie en digitalisering aan te stippen. Of je nu een startende ondernemer bent die op zoek is naar de nieuwste technologische trends of een gevestigde professional die op zoek is naar inspiratie om je onderneming te transformeren? Jij bent welkom op dit inspirerende netwerkmoment.
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/digicafe-juni-2024/
LOCATION:Voka – Kamer van Koophandel Limburg\, Gouverneur Roppesingel 51\, Hasselt\, 3500\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240613T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240613T230000
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240605T224737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T224809Z
UID:6025-1718307000-1718319600@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:3 keer meer verdienen met Jan Vanthienen
DESCRIPTION:Wat komt aan bod?\nIn 1\,5 uur geeft sales expert Jan Vanthienen je tientallen verkooptips om 3 keer meer te verdienen in 3 maanden. Jan leerde alle tips die hij met jou deelt in de praktijk. Inderdaad. Door heel veel te vallen en telkens weer op te staan.\nDaarom zijn alle inzichten beproefd én extreem snel en eenvoudig om te zetten in jouw praktijk. Hierdoor zal jij een binnen de kortste tijd véél meer omzet halen dan wat je ooit durfde dromen. \nWat leer je bij?\n\nWat is de nummer 1 reden waarom klanten kopen?\nHoe bouw ik supersnel een vertrouwensband met een (nieuwe) klant?\nHoe kom ik te weten wat m’n klant écht wil?\nWat zijn de 2 gemaakte blunders waardoor omzetten kelderen?\nWat is de meest gemaakte fout in het voorstellen van extra aanvullende producten of diensten?\nWelke mega effectieve manieren laat ik mijn klanten sneller en makkelijker ‘Ja’ zeggen?\nHoe voorkom je dat een klant bij je weg gaat?
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/3-keer-meer-verdienen-met-jan-vanthienen/
LOCATION:FRWRD Accountancy\, Brugsesteenweg 57\, Bredene\, 8450\, Belgium
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240614T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240614T120000
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240605T232134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T232134Z
UID:6050-1718355600-1718366400@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Sales voor niet-sales (Academy)
DESCRIPTION:Wil je groeien met je bedrijf? Meer omzet genereren\, met al je medewerkers op dezelfde lijn? \nDurf dan een gezonde sales-mindset prikkelen bij al je medewerkers. Want iedereen binnen je bedrijf is een ambassadeur. Toch? \nIn deze praktische workshop krijg je de basis van het nieuwe sales-denken. Denk verder dan het klassieke ABC (Aandacht\, Begrip & Complimenten). \nDoe slimme research naar de echte noden van je klanten. Verdiep je in onze dagelijkse denkfouten. En ontdek de mogelijkheden van LinkedIn\, de kracht van conversation starters en rare naamkaartjes. \nHeeft iedereen al een gezonde sales-mindset?
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/sales-voor-niet-sales-academy/
LOCATION:In-person\, Sint-Baafsplein 10\, Gent\, 9000\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240614T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240605T232550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T232550Z
UID:6053-1718364600-1718370000@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Infosessie Creative Shelter voor eenmanszaken
DESCRIPTION:We leggen je uit hoe je als creatieve freelancer gemiddeld 25% meer verdient als je je auteursrechten verzilvert. (En ook: hoe wij je daarbij helpen. Want dat doen we. Beloofd.)
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/infosessie-creative-shelter-voor-eenmanszaken/
LOCATION:In-person\, Sint-Baafsplein 10\, Gent\, 9000\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240619T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240619T235500
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240605T225654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T233747Z
UID:6034-1718823600-1718841300@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Event Steven Van Belleghem
DESCRIPTION:Word master in klantbeleving.\nSoms zijn er van die events die je niet mag missen. Verwacht tientallen concrete tips hoe je klantgerichter kan werken zonder extra geld of personeel. Veel (zoniet alles) zit ‘m in onze mindset. Gebaseerd op zijn nieuwste bestseller “De Ruwe Diamant” legt Steven Van Belleghem in deze keynote uit hoe je die ruwe diamant omvormt tot een schitterend juweel. Steven is expert klantgerichtheid in de digitale wereld\, marketingprofessor aan de Vlerick Business School en gastspreker aan de London Business School. Hij is tevens internationaal topspreker in meer dan 45 landen en auteur van 5 internationale bestsellers. \nWe zijn te gast op de luchthaven van Kortrijk-Wevelgem bij ASL Group. Ze opereren een vloot van meer dan 45 verschillende types vliegtuigen. Speciaal voor ons event bouwen we hun hangar om tot een belevingscentrum. en wandel je zo een private jet binnen.
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/event-steven-van-belleghem/
LOCATION:ASL Group Wevelgem\, Vliegveld 57\, Wevelgem\, 8560\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240620T133000
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UID:6039-1718890200-1718901000@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Starten als zelfstandig ondernemer - live online sessie
DESCRIPTION:Starten als ondernemer: dit moet je weten! \nHeb je een idee en wil je starten met ondernemen? Maar heb je geen idee hoe? Kom dan zeker jouw licht opsteken tijdens één van onze online inspiratiesessies die bijna wekelijks plaatsvinden. Superinteressant\, praktisch en allesomvattend. \nStarten als ondernemer\, daar komt heel wat bij kijken. Samen met jou staan we eerst stil bij alle praktische zaken die bij de opstart komen kijken. Denk maar aan zaken als jouw sociaal statuut\, de ondernemingsvorm en eventuele vergunningen.\nVervolgens nemen we de effectieve uitwerking van jouw idee onder de loep. Hoe maak je een businessplan? Hoe zorg je voor startkapitaal? Zijn er bepaalde subsidies die interessant zijn voor jou?\nWe sluiten af met alle practica om effectief je ondernemingsdroom op te starten. \nOok niet onbelangrijk: tijdens de sessie kan je ook al jouw vragen afvuren op onze startersadviseur. Bovendien krijg je na de inspiratiesessie onze startersgids\, waarin je de belangrijkste info over starten terugvindt. \nWaarom zo interessant?\n1. Alles wat je moet weten\, gebundeld in één krachtige sessie\n2. In begrijpbare taal\n3. Meteen antwoord op je persoonlijke vragen\n4. Met handige startersgids achteraf
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/starten-als-zelfstandig-ondernemer-live-online-sessie-3/
LOCATION:In-person\, Sint-Baafsplein 10\, Gent\, 9000\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240621T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240621T163000
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
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UID:5697-1718960400-1718987400@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Freelance Sales & Marketing Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join Freelance Sales & Marketing Day 2024 to learn strategies and tactics for getting clients.\nSessions:\n\n\nPricing\,\n\n\nOutreach & client acquisition\,\n\n\nHow to figure out what you want in business (and in life)\n\n\nAwesome client service & communication\n\n\nLinkedIn\n\n\nCreating a marketing plan\n\n\nMarketing automation\n\n\nAnd much more!\n\n\nFor whom?\n\nDo you want more and better assignments?\nDo you want to sharpen your skills in specific sales and marketing domains?\nDo you want to move from long-term clients to shorter multiple assignments?\n\nBoth starters and established freelancers are welcome to join. It is suitable for all kinds of professionals like HR\, marketing & communication\, administration\, creative freelancers like designers\, photographers and videographers\, trainers\, coaches and more. \nWhen?\nFriday 21.6.2024 from 9 – 16:30 \nWhere?\nOnline \nHow much?\n\nStandard 99€ – Until 21 June\n\nTicket prices are excluded VAT. You can download an invoice after registering your ticket. The ticket counts as a deductible professional cost. By buying a ticket you support the Freelancers in Belgium community activities. \nBook your ticket here: LINK\n\nAgenda Overview\nSee details about the sessions and the speakers below \n\n09:00 – 09:15 Welcome & present programme\n\n\n09:15 –  09:45 How I found my client – 4 freelancers x 4-minute presentations on how they found clients – Martijn Kruining – IT Support Manager & Scrum Master\,  Sarah Martens – Event Moderator\, Video Coach & Soft Skills Trainer\, Anja Palmaerts – Expert in procurement & Christine Vardaros – Cycling Copywriter and Translator\n\n \n\n09:45 – 10:15 How to figure out what you want in business (and in life) – Thomas Joos\, Agency Business Coach\n\n \n\n10:15 – 10:30 Break\n\n  \n\n10:30 – 10:45 A typical “sales & marketing funnel of a freelancer” & present break-out workshops – Jean-François\, Business Development Specialist\n\n \n\n10:45 – 12:00 Workshops. Choose your breakout workshop. All workshops will be recorded\n\n  \n– Mastering client connections: Tailoring your communication for success – Leticia Corbisier\, Communication Expert & Productivity Hacker \n \n– How to use LinkedIn to find & get assignments – Mic Adam\, LinkedIn Trainer & Consultant \n \n– How to design & deliver an awesome client service – Thomas Joos\, Agency Business Coach \n \n– Client acquisition & outreach strategies – Jean-François Bodart\, Business Development Specialist \n \n– Start your 1-year marketing plan – Eveline Hagenbeek Content Specialist & Founder The Content Hive \n \n\n12:00 – 12:20 Lessons summary from the workshops\n\n  \n\n12:20 – 13:00 Lunch break\n\n  \n\n13:00 – 13:05 Present afternoon sessions\n\n  \n\n13:05 – 13:35 Mastering freelance pricing strategies – Denys Robyn\, Pricing Expert\n\n \n\n13:35 – 14:05 Marketing automation\, AI and working smarter on a small budget – Sanne Van Broeck Marketing Operations Freelancer\n\n \n\n14:05 – 14:45 Peer-to-Peer Roundtables. Choose your breakout roundtable. The roundtables will not be recorded but there will be a text format summary provided after the event. Topics:\n\n  \n– How to feel comfortable with selling yourself and talking about money? Imposter syndrome \n– How to (re) negotiate your rate? \n– How do you network & get referrals? \n– Doing multiple things \n– Learning to say no \n– The problem with the cobbler’s children\, it’s easy to do marketing for your client but not for yourself \n  \n\n14:45 – 15:00 Break\n\n  \n\n15:00 – 15:45 Panel: How I found my freelancer – A panel discussion with company owners\, recruiters and hiring managers with experience in hiring freelancers – Yannick De Smedt – Managing Director OMcollective\nElke Haemelynck – Founder & CEO Happy Humans & Jorim Rademaker – Founder & CEO Manual.to\n\n  \n\n15:45 – 16:15 Closing presentation – What do you have to say for yourself? – Piet Saegeman – Messaging Strategist\n\n  \n\n16:15 – 16:30 Closing\n\n  \n  \n“The event is a must-attend if you want to excel in whatever you provide for your clients and feel fulfilled\, encouraged and satisfied about your professional life in Belgium (and beyond!). I appreciated that a lot that my questions were addressed extensively – almost like a personalized approach 🙂” – Weronika Kontykiewicz-Biel\, Lifecycle Marketer and Mindful Growth Coach \n  \n  \n  \nSession & Speaker Details:\n09:15 –  09:45 How I found my client\n4 freelancers x 4-minute presentations on how they found clients \n🎤 About the speakers  \nMartijn Kruining – IT Support Manager & Scrum Master\,  Sarah Martens – Event Moderator\, Video Coach & Soft Skills Trainer\, Anja Palmaerts – Expert in procurement & Christine Vardaros – Cycling Copywriter and Translator are all active freelancers with various skills and ways to find clients.  \n\n09:45 – 10:15 How to figure out what you want in business (and in life) – Thomas Joos\, Agency Business Coach\nLearn best practices to reflect & learn more about yourself and get tips to define and formulate big dreams and goals\nIn this session\, Thomas will talk about how he tackled big turning points in his career. He’ll share tips for dealing with uncertainty\, learning more about yourself and defining what you really want in business and life. \n🎤 About the speaker: \nThomas Joos has made the transition from freelance app designer to agency owner (award-winning product design studio Little Miss Robot) and has experience in guiding more than 150 agency founders in growing their businesses as a coach. \n\n10:30 – 10:45 A typical sales & marketing funnel of a freelancer & present break-out workshops – Jean-François Bodart\, Business Development Specialist\nGet a quick overview of how a freelancer sets up sales & marketing activities and find out more about the breakout workshops. \n🎤 About the speaker:\nJean-François has been a freelancer for more than a decade. He has a background as a sales freelancer in real estate\, HR and marketing services and has worked with companies like Ascento\, Immoweb\, SD Worx\, Easymatch and Ariad\, so he is home to many markets and types of clients. \n \n\n10:45 – 12:00 Workshops\nChoose your breakout workshop. There will be a bit of theory but also practical exercises. All workshops will be recorded and shared with everyone registered for the event. \n  \nMastering client connections: Tailoring your communication for success – Leticia Corbisier\, Communication Expert & Productivity Hacker \n🗣️ Master the art of adapting your communication style to diverse client preferences\, all while staying true to yourself. 🤝 \n🔍 Discover Key Insights: \n\nExplore the behaviour psychology behind how individuals are wired.\nRecognize unique traits in different client working styles.\nImprove the effectiveness of your client interactions in person\, remotely and/or in writing.\nLearn strategies to leverage strengths and mitigate blind spots.\n\n🔧 Hands-On Practice: \nPut theory into practice with engaging exercises that helps you recognize your dominant operating style(s) and what opportunities/blindspots they may possess. Work to identify ways to leverage and adapt these styles effectively when dealing with diverse clients with unique needs. \n🎤 About the trainer: \nLeticia Corbisier is a productivity hacker and managing director of Kaizen Strategies Consulting\, a boutique learning consultancy firm with a primary focus in the tech\, legal and finance sectors. Leticia’s work explores the intersection and synergies between technology and human behaviour to boost productivity. Leticia specializes in supporting individuals to realise their potential through initiatives that promote high-performing habits and mindsets – incorporating the latest AI and productivity tools. She has extensive experience in learning design\, coupled with a passion for researching behaviour psychology and neuroscience for business\, enabling her to introduce innovative approaches to drive peak performance and foster high-performing cultures. \n\nHow to use LinkedIn to find & get assignments – Mic Adam\, LinkedIn Trainer & Consultant\n🔍 Get more customers with LinkedIn! 🚀 \n📌 Learn LinkedIn Features: \n\nCraft a standout profile\nContent ideas for posts that drive conversations\nHow to react to other people’s posts for maximum visibility \nExpand your network with a focus on unlocking lucrative assignments.\nGet the most out of LinkedIn Jobs\n\n🔧 Hands-On Practice: \nEngage with hands-on exercises to apply what you learned to stand out as a freelancer in your network! \n📋 Requirements \nYou should have a basic LinkedIn profile set up before joining this session.  \n🎤 About the trainer: \nMic Adam provides LinkedIn training and consultancy for sales\, marketing and recruitment with a focus on Sales Navigator\, LinkedIn Recruiter and ads. He has helped individuals and companies realise a significant return on investment (ROI) from their social media endeavours already for more than 15 years.  \nHe is also the author of the Belgian LinkedIn Monitor. There he shares monthly updates on new features and the monthly barometer for LinkedIn usage in Belgium. \n\nHow to design & deliver an awesome client service – Thomas Joos\, Agency Business Coach\nHappy clients spread the word & help you grow your freelance business.  In this workshop you’ll learn how to design and deliver an exceptional experience and turn your customer base into fans & ambassadors. \nHere’s what you can expect:\n\npragmatic framework to define the perfect client service\ntips & tricks to make customers happy even when things don’t go as planned\nhow to communicate properly\nhow to balance 1×1 and remote meetings\n\n\n🎤 About the trainer:\nThomas Joos will show you how to set up a structure that allows you to comfortably deliver what you promised and keep it fun & smooth for your customer. He’ll give you exclusive insights on what matters to clients after years of research & surveys.\n\nThomas has made the transition from freelance app designer to agency owner (award-winning product design studio Little Miss Robot) and has experience in guiding more than 150 agency founders in growing their businesses as a coach.\n\nClient acquisition & outreach strategies – Jean-François Bodart\, Business Development Specialist\n💼 Discover strategies for identifying your ideal clients\, reaching out effectively\, crafting compelling outreach messages\, and making time for consistent prospecting\, 🤝 \n📌 Learn: \n\nHow to recognise your ideal client and where to find them\nHow to dare to reach out and ask for things\nDifferent methods for reaching out to prospects and potential clients\nWhat should be included in a compelling outreach message\nHow to create room in your agenda to consistently do prospecting\, even if you are busy working on an assignment\n\n🔧 Hands-On Practice: \n\nCreate a list of prospective clients\nMake a plan for how to reach them\, and when\n\n🎤 About the trainer:\nJean-François has been a freelancer for more than a decade. He has a background as a sales freelancer in real estate\, HR and marketing services and has worked with companies like Ascento\, Immoweb\, SD Worx\, Easymatch and Ariad\, so he is home to many markets and types of clients. The last years he has also delivered sales training to various companies and worked as a sales coach. \n\nStart your 1-year marketing plan – Eveline Hagenbeek\, Content Specialist & Founder The Content Hive\n🔍 Receive invaluable insights into mastering online visibility and honing your content marketing efforts into a strategic yearly plan. 🚀 \nContent specialist Eveline Hagenbeek will guide you through the jungle of options for getting visibility online and give you tips to streamline your content marketing and distil it into a year plan. \n📌 Learn: \n\nDiscover the most effective channels tailored to your objectives\nGet content ideas with easy-to-make content to captivate potential clients\nDo’s and don’ts of visual and video content creation\nReceive a ready-to-use one-year marketing plan template\n\n🔧 Hands-On Practice: \nReceive a comprehensive checklist for leveraging social media to attract clients and begin filling in your personalised one-year marketing plan template. \n🎤 About the trainer:\nEveline Hagenbeek is a seasoned content marketer and the founder of The Content Hive\, a dynamic marketing network comprised of specialised freelancers. With a wealth of expertise spanning various marketing platforms\, Eveline is dedicated to helping freelancers with the tools they need to thrive in the digital landscape. \n\n12:00 – 12:20 Lessons summary from the workshops\n\n13:05 – 13:35 Mastering freelance pricing strategies – Denys Robyn\, Pricing Expert\nFor many freelancers\, the default is a time-based billing model. But this is a trap for both freelancers and their customers. Another popular model is the cost-plus method. The problem? It does not align with the value delivered and provides freelancers with a low return for their work. The solution? Package your services and implement value pricing. You will earn more and your customers will be happier. \nJoin this interactive session with pricing expert Denys Robyn to learn about different pricing models\, how to package your services and base your pricing on the value delivered. \n🎤 About the speaker: \nDenys Robyn is a seasoned expert in pricing\, product marketing\, and Go-to-Market strategies with a remarkable career spanning over a decade at Toyota and digital companies. He has leveraged his expertise to assist companies of all sizes in creating more customer value\, capturing value and achieving positioning as an Interim Manager and Market Consultant. \nIn his role as an independent consultant\, Denys is helping businesses\, from startups to established firms\, maximise their revenue and profitability through strategic pricing plans and effective market positioning. \n\n13:35 – 14:05 Marketing automation\, AI and working smarter on a small budget – Sanne Van Broeck Marketing Operations Freelancer\nJoin Sanne who will share hyper-practical and tactical tips for putting your marketing on autopilot with useful tools that don’t cost much and work in your one-person department. \n📌 Learn about: \n\nAttracting clients: outreach\, content creation & marketing tools\nNurturing existing clients: tools for appearing more professional\nTools for saving time\nSome fun tools you had no idea existed\n\n🎤 About the speaker: \nSanne Van Broeck works as a Marketing Operations Freelancer. She uses freelancing to learn and explore the world of marketing and beyond and happily shares the knowledge she gains. She calls herself a tech nerd and loves tinkering with (digital) toys. She keeps a log of these tools in District 88. \n  \n14:05 – 14:45 Peer-to-Peer Roundtables \nA roundtable is a collaborative discussion format where freelancers share experiences\, insights\, and challenges. Participants engage in open dialogue\, offering mutual support and learning from each other’s expertise to collectively address common issues. All roundtables will have a dedicated host making sure the discussions stay timely and on topic\, giving room for everyone. The roundtables will not be recorded but there will be a text format summary provided to all registered participants after the event. \nTopics:\n– How to feel comfortable with selling yourself and talking about money? And dealing with imposter syndrome\n– How to (re) negotiate your rate?\n– How do you network & get referrals?\n– Doing multiple things\n– Learning to say no\n– The problem with the cobbler’s children\, it’s easy to do marketing for your client but not for yourself \n\n15:00 – 15:45 Panel: How I found my freelancer – A special panel discussion with company owners\, recruiters and hiring managers with experience in working with freelancers – Speakers To Be Announced\nGet insights to land more rewarding assignments. Hear from seasoned company owners\, recruiters\, and hiring managers who will share their experiences and tips on finding the perfect freelancer. \n\n15:45 – 16:15 What Do You Have to Say for Yourself?\nWhat you say about yourself as a freelancer is way more important than you think. Prospective clients will make 100% of their decision based on what you say. \n📌 Learn about: \nPiet will share how to describe and position yourself and your services to stand out and attract interest through 3 practical fast\, and easy tactics. You will also get tips for demonstrating your expertise and learn what 2nd Order Messaging is and how to leverage it.  \n🎤 About the speaker:  \nKnown for his practical and actionable advice\, Piet helps ambitious companies like Apple\, Showpad\, Intigriti\, Techwolf and Gorilla grow faster with strategic messaging. And now we can learn from his advice also as freelancers. He combines principles from neuroscience\, cognitive psychology and behavioural economics with his decades of experience in sales and marketing. \n16:15 – 16:30 Closing\nMore information coming \n  \nFAQ\nWill this event be in English? \nYes \nWill there be a recording? \nYes\, all registered participants will get a recording in an email after the event \nWhat if I can’t join or the event gets cancelled?  \nCancellation/Refund policy: \nWhen purchasing a ticket you agree to these terms and conditions. If you cancel your attendance 14 days in advance your ticket will be refunded in full. If you cancel less than 14 days in advance there is no refund. You may transfer the ticket to another participant at any time free of charge. \nThe organiser is not responsible for any loss or damage as a result of a substitution\, alteration\, cancellation or postponement of an event. The organiser shall assume no liability whatsoever in the circumstances that an event is cancelled\, rescheduled or postponed due to a fortuitous event\, Act of God\, unforeseen occurrence or any other event that renders the performance of an event impracticable\, illegal or impossible. For purposes of this clause\, a\nfortuitous event shall include\, but not be limited to: war\, fire\, labour strike\, extreme weather or other emergency. \nPlease note that while speakers and topics are confirmed at the time of publishing\, circumstances beyond the control of the organisers may necessitate substitutions\, alterations or cancellations of the speakers and/or topics. As such\, the organiser reserves the right to alter or modify the advertised speakers and/or topics if necessary without any liability to you whatsoever. Any substitutions or alterations will be updated on our web page as soon as possible. \nWhat does the ticket include? \n\naccess to live sessions\non-demand recordings of sessions (all but the Peer To Peer Roundtables)\,\nvirtual networking opportunities such as chat rooms\ndownloadable resources or materials provided by the speakers\n\nA whole day online\, really? Will I be able to follow?\nYes\, with a mix of insightful presentations\, interactive workshops\, and networking opportunities through the fun and lively chat\, you’ll stay connected\, informed\, and entertained throughout the event. And the time will go fast. \n“Freelancers in Belgium events always have a great atmosphere and lots of interaction. And you learn valuable insights both from the speakers and the participants.” Delphine Abdelmoula\, Marketing Freelancer \n  \nThis event is organised by\n \nA community where freelancers: \n\nconnect and support each other on any topic from admin to sales to mindset\nshare best practices\, job opportunities\, tax information and tips on finding clients\nlearn how to start and run their businesses successfully through training and events\njoin the FREE Facebook group to meet thousands of freelancers today.\n\nWe share content and have some great partner deals too. \nFind out more at www.freelancersinbelgium.be
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/save-the-date-freelance-sales-marketing-day/
LOCATION:In-person\, Sint-Baafsplein 10\, Gent\, 9000\, Belgium
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ORGANIZER;CN="Freelancers in Belgium":MAILTO:jenny.bjorklof@freelancersinbelgium.be
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240621T120000
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SUMMARY:Freelance Friday
DESCRIPTION:Freelance Friday is een reeks van online webinars voor freelancers waarin gastvrouw Céline Malyster elke aflevering een nieuwe gast ontvangt.\nSchrijf je nu alvast in om helemaal gratis deze Freelance Friday aflevering mee te volgen.\nVanuit je eigen werkplek kan je tijdens je lunch deze interessante babbel volgen en tegelijk meer dan 100 collega-freelancers leren kennen in de chatbox.
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/freelance-friday/
LOCATION:In-person\, Sint-Baafsplein 10\, Gent\, 9000\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240829T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240829T120000
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240726T090742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T100946Z
UID:6105-1724929200-1724932800@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:How to Start and Grow an Agency in Belgium as a Freelancer Live Q&A with Thomas Joos
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to expand your freelance business and launch an agency? Join us for an interactive session on Aug 29 at 11:00 where Thomas Joos will answer your questions and provide expert advice to help move forward in your journey. \n\n\n \n\n\nThomas has made an inspiring transition from freelance app developer to award-winning agency owner and has coached over 150 agency founders. He’s a respected thought leader & keynote speaker in the agency industry. \n\n\n \n\n\nRegister for FREE here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwucu6hrz8uH9M0Str24T_RlGqttx0XAD9D#/registration\n\n\n \n\n\nP.S Download the e-book How To Start and Grow Your Agency in Belgium here: https://freelancersinbelgium.be/how-to-start-and-grow-your-agency-in-belgium/\n\n\n \n\n\nP.P.S If you are really serious about scaling and you want to learn how to kickstart your agency without making all the costly rookie mistakes\, check out the upcoming Agency Kickstarter program here: https://www.thomasjoos.com/agency-kickstarter
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/how-to-start-and-grow-an-agency-in-belgium-as-a-freelancer-live-qa-with-thomas-joos/
LOCATION:In-person\, Sint-Baafsplein 10\, Gent\, 9000\, Belgium
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ORGANIZER;CN="Freelancers in Belgium":MAILTO:jenny.bjorklof@freelancersinbelgium.be
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240910T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240626T144705Z
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UID:6080-1725987600-1725998400@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:PartnerUp Belgium
DESCRIPTION:Join us for PartnerUp Belgium\, an online matchmaking event designed to help you find a business partner or co-founder in Belgium. \nYour 29€ ticket includes: \n\nMatchmaking Access: Connect with dozens of ambitious individuals ready to start or expand a venture together.\nEfficient Meetings: Schedule 1-to-1 online video calls\, each lasting 14 minutes\, with over 10 potential partners in one evening using the intuitive Conversation Starter platform.\nAll Fees Included: VAT and ticketing fees are covered. You also have the option to receive an invoice.\n\nRegister here: https://events.conversationstarter.net/e/bpm24  \nFor Whom:\nYour Ambition and Profile:\n\nBusiness owner/entrepreneur: You have an existing venture and are looking for someone to co-run it with you.\nCo-founder: You have a business idea and are seeking passionate partners or co-founders with complementary skills to start it with you.\nSeeker Business Partner: You want to join an existing business as a shareholder/business partner.\nSeeker Co-founder: You aim to build a business from the idea phase with a co-founder.\nMixed Profile: You are entrepreneurial\, have your own idea\, but are also open to joining another founding team or existing venture if the right opportunity arises.\n\nEvent Details:\n\nFocus: All company types\, sizes\, and industries are welcome. This event is tailored for Belgian-based companies and individuals.\nLanguage: The event is conducted in English\, but you can indicate your preferred meeting language(s) in your profile.\nMatchmaking Quality: To ensure high-quality matches\, every ticket holder is screened. This event is for those seriously exploring the idea of starting or running a company together in a team. While we strive to match you with your ideal partner\, we cannot guarantee finding the exact profile you are looking for.\nExclusions: We aim to avoid participants who join to sell products and services. Recruiters\, agencies\, consultants\, brokers\, and similar profiles are not accepted. If there is any doubt about your profile\, you will be contacted for verification. If your profile is not a fit\, your attendance will be canceled and refunded (minus service fees).\n\nJoin PartnerUp Belgium and take the next step towards building or expanding your business with the right partner by your side. \nHow does it work:\n1. Register your ticket. \n2. Complete your profile on Conversation Starter so that we can provide you with the best matches\, and you’re done! \n\nA few days before the event you will get access to the participants and be able to set meetings.\n\nPlease find the privacy policy by Eventbrite here. \nHow the online event works\nFind Conversation Starters’s User Guide here.
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/partnerup-belgium/
LOCATION:In-person\, Sint-Baafsplein 10\, Gent\, 9000\, Belgium
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ORGANIZER;CN="Freelancers in Belgium":MAILTO:jenny.bjorklof@freelancersinbelgium.be
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240911T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260703T171536
CREATED:20240826T111741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T111741Z
UID:6154-1726070400-1726074000@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:4 Steps To Double Your Consulting Revenue
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique webinar with an independent consulting coach\, Melisa Liberman. Are you ready to increase your consulting revenue?\nAfter this webinar\, you will walk away with a proven\, sustainable\, and repeatable approach to double your revenue. \nKey Takeaways:\n\nA game-changing plan\nFour pillars of success\nOvercoming growth plateaus\nSequential action plan\n\nCome prepared with questions- we are excited to have you join us. \nSPEAKERS\n\nLorena Seco de Herrera: Senior Community Manager Of Malt\nMelisa Liberman: Business Coach For Independent Consultants
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/4-steps-to-double-your-consulting-revenue/
LOCATION:In-person\, Sint-Baafsplein 10\, Gent\, 9000\, Belgium
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UID:6187-1727375400-1727382600@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Tell Me A Story...At Bar Paniek
DESCRIPTION:Tell me a story…and then one more…\nOur event comes from a burning desire of connecting to each other by sharing real life stories in a world dominated by social media’s polished perfection.This event is for and by those fascinated by the art and the craft of storytelling.\n\nAs the evening dawn falls over the city of Antwerp\, a soft glow settles on the skyline\, and a gentle hush descends over Eilandje. The air is crisp\, yet warm with the promise of an unforgettable night. Guests arrive\, greeted with the sparkle of bubbles in their glasses\, the clink of crystal cutting through the hum of excited chatter.\n\nCLICK TO LEARN MORE
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/tell-me-a-story-at-bar-paniek/
LOCATION:Bar Paniek\, Kattendijkdok-Oostkaai 21B\, Antwerpen\, 2000\, Belgium
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UID:6192-1727856000-1729098000@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Learn\, Build\, Pitch: Launching a Career in AI
DESCRIPTION:Learn\, Build\, Pitch: Launching a Career in AI\n• Learn from experts: Attend conferences on AI in web development\, data\, and growth marketing.\n• Gain practical skills: Participate in hands-on workshops tailored to each career path.\n• Showcase their ideas: Present your projects for a chance to win a full scholarship for a tech bootcamp at Le Wagon.
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/learn-build-pitch-launching-a-career-in-ai/
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UID:6161-1727969400-1727983800@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:E-Commerce MeetUp: the digital journey of TVH to an e-commerce first company (NL\, FR)
DESCRIPTION:TVH\, present in more than 180 countries and growing rapidly with a turnover of +1.6 billion EUR\, generates no less than 80% of its turnover from e-commerce. Their catalog contains about 60 million parts.\nDuring this E-commerce MeetUp by FeWeb on Thursday\, October 3\, we will get a look behind the scenes. \nWe start with a visit to the 1500m² Experience Center that introduces us to TVH’s offering and working methods. \nThe team of Jellert Dekeyser\, VP Omnichannel & Marketing\, explains to us how the digital transformation went. This includes how they approached the migration of 3 platforms\, their choice for a headless architecture\, and how they apply their customer-centric approach. FeWeb partner Buckaroo explains how online payments respond to this. \nFinally\, there will be time to network over a snack and a drink. \nAgenda\n3.30 pm: reception\n4:00 PM: guided visit of the Experience Center\n5:00 PM: the digital transformation journey to an e-commerce first company\n6:30 PM: chat with a snack and a drink\n7:30 PM: end \nParticipation\nYour participation as a FeWeb member is free. Non-members pay €175\, as a FeWeb fan you enjoy a discount.
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/e-commerce-meetup-the-digital-journey-of-tvh-to-an-e-commerce-first-company-nl-fr/
LOCATION:TVH\, Brabantstraat 15\, Waregem\, 8790\, Belgium
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UID:6072-1728288000-1728320400@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:OMconference 2024
DESCRIPTION:The marketing festival OMconference 2024 brings together 1000 marketing decision-makers for a day of inspiration\, innovation\, and networking. Organized by OMcollective with top partners\, it features expert speakers on topics like employer branding\, data & performance\, branding & strategy\, and tech & innovation. This year’s theme explores the synergy between hard (data-driven) and soft (emotional) marketing. Freelancers in Belgium get a special discount. Super Early Bird pricing at 399€ (standard 599€) is available until the start of the conference\, book your ticket here.
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/omconference-2024/
LOCATION:Elisabeth Center Antwerpen\, Flanders Meeting & Convention Center Antwerpen\, Koningin Astridplein 20\, Antwerpen\, 2018\, Belgium
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ORGANIZER;CN="OMcollective":MAILTO:hi@omcollective.com
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UID:6158-1728288000-1729270800@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Join us at Up2Date 2024 – the Agoria and Sirris event that brings you back up to speed
DESCRIPTION:As the tsunami of regulations continues to surge\, staying informed is more critical than ever. Up2Date (7-18 October) is your essential online event\, hosted by Agoria and Sirris\, to keep you at the forefront of industry developments.\nOver 10 days\, engage in more than 70 interactive digital sessions covering key topics such as Sustainability Reporting\, HR Strategies\, Green Transition\, Digitalization\, Product Compliance\, Technological Innovation\, and more. Directly interact with Agoria and Sirris experts\, ask your pressing questions\, and gain actionable insights to navigate the evolving landscape with confidence. \nCLICK THE LINK TO SIGN UP FOR THEIR SESSIONS!
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/join-us-at-up2date-2024-the-agoria-and-sirris-event-that-brings-you-back-up-to-speed/
LOCATION:In-person\, Sint-Baafsplein 10\, Gent\, 9000\, Belgium
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UID:6166-1728302400-1728651600@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:BAM: Webinar Week
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a journey of knowledge and exploration as we present a week-long series of insightful webinars\, meticulously crafted to delve into the critical issues shaping our world.\nJoin us each day to unlock the keys to a brighter future with engaging discussions on Sustainability\, Inclusion & Diversity\, Ethics\, Health & Well-being\, and the ever-evolving landscape of MarTech & Data. \nCLICK HERE TO SEE THE SCHEDULE!
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/bam-webinar-week/
LOCATION:In-person\, Sint-Baafsplein 10\, Gent\, 9000\, Belgium
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UID:6277-1728498600-1728505800@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Fuckup Nights Ghent at WinterCircus
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 9th for a game-changing experience as we dive deep into the world of failures\, learning\, and growth 💪\nYou can expect real-life f*ckup stories of entrepreneurs 💪 & great networking opportunities 🤝 Come\, get inspired by their resilience – because failure isn’t the end – and let’s together write a new narrative around failure!
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/fuckup-nights-ghent-at-wintercircus/
LOCATION:Wintercircus\, Lammerstraat 13\, Ghent\, 9000\, Belgium
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UID:6300-1728590400-1728597600@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:13 Ways to Take Money Out of Your Company\, with Bryan Prieto-Duran
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re looking to balance salary vs. dividends\, explore other legal and tax-efficient strategies\, or optimize your personal finances as a business owner in Belgium\, then you should join us for this event.\nBryan Prieto-Duran spent over 10 years helping business owners in Belgium strategically manage their finances and optimize their earned money. His expertise in wealth planning and financial optimization has given him deep insight into the best ways to extract value from a company. \nHe joins us to share his experience in the newly established free community for business owners who want to optimize their finances: \nInvesting as Self-Employed in Belgium \nThe event will take place on 10 of October at 8PM and is open to the members of the community.
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/13-ways-to-take-money-out-of-your-company-with-bryan-prieto-duran/
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UID:4675-1728636300-1728663300@freelancersinbelgium.be
SUMMARY:Freelance Finance Day
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How to build wealth on autopilot\, with evidence-based ETF investing\, optimized for Belgian taxes – Sebastien Aguilar\, Index ETF Investing Educator\, FIRE Belgium\n2. Investing as a company (BV/SRL) owner- Tim Nijsmans\, Founder Vermogensgids\, Co-author of De Hangmatbelegger\, Lecturer\n\n\n12:30-13:15\nLunch break\n\n\n13:15-13:45\nCashflow planning for freelancers – Ruth Demoen\, Antwerp Personal Financial Coach & Public Speaking Coach\, ABC Coaching\n\n\n13:45-14:15\nUnpaid invoices? Find out how to protect yourself as a freelancer and get paid – Dirk Dewulf\, General Manager\, Unpaid\n\n\n14:15-14:30\nBREAK\n\n\n\nPresentation series – From Service to Product: How Freelancers Can Turn Expertise into Evergreen Revenue\n\n\n14:30-15:00\nPricing Expertise to Product Success: Transitioning from Freelancing to SaaS – Emanuel Martonca\, Founder Founder Soft Fight & Pricing Strategist\n\n\n15:00-15:30\nFrom bank employee to finance trainer: how Vera transitioned to expert trainer\, online course creator\, and author – Vera Smets \n\n\n15:30 – 16:00\nFrom Freelance to Fortune: Brian Dean’s Blueprint for Building and Selling Solo-Founded Businesses – Brian Dean\, CEO & Co-founder\, Exploding Topics (acquired by Semrush)\n\n\n16:00 – 16:15\nWrap up\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n\nMore info about speakers & sessions below! \nWhen?\nDate: Friday 11 Oct 2024 \nTime: 08:45 – 16:15 \nWhere?\nPlace: Online \nHow much?\nTickets:\n\n49€ Early Bird rate  (17 Sept – 1 Oct)\n79€ Standard (2 Oct – 11 Oct)\n\nTicket prices are excluded VAT. You can download an invoice after registering your ticket. The ticket counts as a deductible professional cost. By buying a ticket you support the Freelancers in Belgium community activities. See our refund policy in the FAQ section below. \nWhat does the ticket include? \n\naccess to live sessions\non-demand recordings of sessions\nvirtual networking opportunities\ndownloadable resources or materials provided by the speakers\n\nFor whom? \nBoth starters and established freelancers are welcome to join. It is suitable for all kinds of professionals like HR\, marketing & communication\, administration\, creative freelancers like designers\, photographers and videographers\, trainers\, coaches and more.\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][nectar_btn size=”jumbo” open_new_tab=”true” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Extra-Color-2″ solid_text_color_override=”#000000″ icon_family=”none” text=”Get your ticket here” url=”https://entrytickets.be/fibe/freelance-finance-day-24″][vc_column_text]\n\n\nThis event is powered by:\n[/vc_column_text][team_member image_url=”6223″ team_memeber_style=”meta_below” link_element=”both” team_member_link_new_tab=”true” color=”Accent-Color” name=”Accountable” link_url=”https://www.accountable.eu/en-be/” job_position=”Accounting & Finance app” description=”Accountable is the best friend of the self-employed professionals. \nWith their mobile & web app\, you can get all of your accounting under control\, from managing receipts\, creating personalized invoices & tracking payments to generating VAT returns. \nThanks to the connection to the bank account\, the self-employed see at any point in time what they earn net & what they’ll owe to the tax office. With personalized tax tips & proactive customer service\, admin & taxes are no longer a lonely task. Free version available.”][/team_member][team_member image_url=”6224″ team_memeber_style=”meta_below” link_element=”both” color=”Accent-Color” name=”Catalyst” job_position=”Accountancy firm” description=”Catalyst is an accounting firm providing the best possible advice to optimise your financial setup whilst releasing you from the administrative burden.\nAt the right time.” link_url=”https://www.mycatalyst.eu/en”][/team_member][team_member image_url=”6227″ team_memeber_style=”meta_below” link_element=”both” team_member_link_new_tab=”true” color=”Accent-Color” name=”Creative Shelter” job_position=”Invoicing with copyrights” description=”Earning more for the same work as a creative freelancer\, a fairy tale? It’s not.\, Creative Shelter is your knight in shining armour! \nInvoice your copyrights correctly via Creative Shelter and at the end of the day earn more from your assignments\, without the administrative hassle. \nTurn your copyrights into cash.\nAt the right time.” link_url=”https://www.creativeshelter.be/”][/team_member][team_member image_url=”6242″ team_memeber_style=”meta_below” link_element=”both” team_member_link_new_tab=”true” color=”Accent-Color” name=”Unpaid” job_position=”Unpaid helps you collect your undisputed and unpaid B2B invoices.” description=”Are you suffering from unpaid bills and tired of chasing them? Then you have come to the right place! Unpaid helps you collect your undisputed and unpaid B2B invoices. \nThe Unpaid procedure is based on the 2016 law on Recovery of Undisputed Debts (RUD). This allows you to collect 100% legally without passing by a lawyer\, court or collection agency. This process is up to 10 times faster than the traditional method. \nAll you have to do is follow the simple steps on our website. Within a few minutes\, you can submit your claim online\, after which we will immediately take action!\n” link_url=”https://unpaid.be/”][/team_member][vc_column_text]\nSpeakers & Sessions\n[/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”6261″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text]\nMoney Habits\n\nSession description: Money plays a significant role in our lives. It defines in which neighbourhood we live\, how much free time we have\, and when we can retire. I’d like to share what I’ve learnt about my own money habits and how they’ve influenced my life and business. Awareness of money habits is crucial before finding the strategies that work for you! \nBio: I’ve always been fascinated by learning and writing. That’s why I became a freelance translator in 2016 – sharing information with the world in the reader’s own language. I quickly decided to grow my business and became the founder of translation agency Word Atlas in 2020.\nAs my business grew\, I needed a good system for money management. That’s where my interest in money management and investing comes from. 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So Nicolas knows a thing or two about that.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6257″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text]\nTax optimisation & pension 2024-2025 for limited company owners (BV/SARL)\n\nSession description: Learn the latest (and out-of-the-box!) tax optimisation techniques and strategies especially for limited company (BV/SARL) owners to help you save and earn the most money possible.\n \nBio: Hassan Ayed is a seasoned Accountant and business advisor with a passion for helping freelancers and independent professionals maximize their financial success through tax optimization. With more than 15 years of experience in the accounting industry\, Hassan has established himself as a trusted advisor in tax planning and financial management. Having worked with freelancers from various industries\, Hassan has a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities they face. He specializes in uncovering often overlooked deductions\, credits\, and strategies that can significantly reduce tax liabilities while ensuring full compliance with tax laws. He founded Catalyst\, an accounting firm providing the best possible advice to optimise your financial setup whilst releasing you from the administrative burden.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6258″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text]\nThe art of negotiating (new rates with existing clients\, as well as new contracts)\n\n\nSession description: In this interactive session\, Jean-François Bodart will reveal key strategies for freelancers to master the delicate art of negotiation\, whether you’re renegotiating rates with long-standing clients or securing new contracts. You’ll learn how to confidently approach pricing discussions\, communicate your value effectively\, and handle objections without compromising relationships. This session will provide practical tips on building negotiation skills\, from preparing for the conversation to closing the deal\, ensuring you’re compensated fairly for your expertise and work.\n \nBio: With over a decade of experience as a sales freelancer\, Jean-François has a lot of knowledge to share about negotiations. He has a background in real estate\, HR and marketing services and working with companies like Ascento\, Immoweb\, SD Worx\, Easymatch and Ariad\, he is home to many markets and types of clients. Now he works as a sales trainer.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6259″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text]\nTurn your copyrights into extra cash\n\nSession description: In this inspiring keynote\, Jorg Raman from Creative Shelter explains how to easily take advantage of the tax benefits associated with copyrights. Learn all about the advantages of copyrights\, understand how to reduce your taxes\, and increase your net income. Whether you are a photographer\, content marketer\, or graphic designer\, this session provides you with practical tips and insights to improve your financial situation. Seize the opportunity to earn more and secure your financial future!\n \nBio: As an Account Manager at Creative Shelter\, Jorg Raman plays a pivotal role in guiding creative freelancers to make the most of the tax benefits associated with copyrights. His deep understanding of both the legal and financial aspects of copyright management allows him to offer practical\, personalized advice to freelancers. By working closely with a wide range of creatives and beyond —such as photographers\, copywriters\, visual designers — Jorg has honed his ability to identify opportunities for tax optimization\, helping freelancers reduce their tax burdens and increase their income.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6262″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text]\nHow to build wealth on autopilot\, with evidence-based ETF investing\, optimized for Belgian taxes \n\nSession description: In this talk\, Sebastien will teach you the simplest and most effective method to invest for the long term. It is so efficient that your bank and financial advisors do not want you to know about this. Because they would go out of business. It is a simple method\, developed by regular people for regular people and based on Nobel prize winning research: index investing. In this session\, you will learn: – How to invest better than professional fund managers while doing 0.1% of the work and paying 10 times less (the stuff banks don’t want you to know) – The roadmap to develop your personal investing system and set it on autopilot – How to plan for financial independence (with a bonus calculator tool so that you can do the math for your own situation)\n \nBio: Sebastien teaches people how to build wealth on autopilot\, with evidence-based investing optimized for Belgian taxes. He also runs FIREBelgium.com\, a community of personal finance enthusiasts who empower each other to build financial freedom in their lives. Sebastien is not a financial professional\, but he learned the hard way that you don’t need to take crazy risks nor pay expensive managers or banks to invest well in the stock market. Instead\, you need common sense knowledge and a simple plan. After consistently saving and investing during his career he reached financial independence at 33. Today\, he teaches people how to invest simply and effectively via index ETFs\, a method proven by countless studies to generate better returns than most professional managers and that requires less than 5 min per month to manage.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6263″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text]\nInvesting as a company (BV/SRL) owner\n\nSession description: Are you wondering what to do with the extra cash in your company? Should you pay a dividend\, reserve cash for a lower tax-rate\, use fiscal schemes or start investing with company money? This session will provide practical strategies and tips tailored for BV/SRL owners. Tim will cover key investment options\, tax implications\, and smart decision-making to help you maximize your financial growth.\n \nBio: Tim Nijsmans is the founder of the Vermogensgids offering independent financial guidance to help individuals build and manage a high-performing investment portfolio\, focusing on cost-effective solutions and unbiased advice to enhance returns​. He has already swum through many financial waters. As an asset manager and fund manager at an Antwerp private bank\, he has helped people find suitable investments and financial matters for almost 14 years. He is also co-author of the book De Hangmatbelegger\, lecturer in Private Banking at the Artevelde University College in Ghent and member of the Board of Directors of the Flemish Federation of Investors (VFB).\nWith truly independent advice\, you can make investments that are managed cheaply and achieve a result better than that of your current banker or manager.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6255″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text]\nUnpaid invoices? Find out how to protect yourself as a freelancer and get paid.\n\nSession description: Are you suffering from unpaid bills and tired of chasing them? Then you have come to the right place! Unpaid helps you collect your undisputed and unpaid B2B invoices.\nThe Unpaid procedure is based on the 2016 law on Recovery of Undisputed Debts (RUD). This allows you to collect 100% legally without passing by a lawyer\, court or collection agency. This process is up to 10 times faster than the traditional method.\nAll you have to do is follow the simple steps on our website. Within a few minutes\, you can submit your claim online\, after which we will immediately take action!\n \nBio: Do you ever suffer from unpaid invoices? Is your client still not paying after numerous phone calls\, messages and emails? In this session\, Dirk Dewulf\, General Manager of Unpaid will explore what is best to include in your terms and conditions to protect yourself as a freelancer\, what you can do when your client does not pay and how Unpaid can assist you with your unpaid invoices.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n10 Essential Tips and Pitfalls to Avoid in your Cash Flow!\n\nSession description: Are you suffering from unpaid bills and tired of chasing them? Then you have come to the right place! Unpaid helps you collect your undisputed and unpaid B2B invoices.\nThe Unpaid procedure is based on the 2016 law on Recovery of Undisputed Debts (RUD). This allows you to collect 100% legally without passing by a lawyer\, court or collection agency. This process is up to 10 times faster than the traditional method. All you have to do is follow the simple steps on our website. Within a few minutes\, you can submit your claim online\, after which we will immediately take action!\n \nBio:Ruth Demoen is the founder of ABC Coaching. ABC Coaching offers Personal Financial Coaching and Public Speaking Coaching for professionals in the corporate and entrepreneurial world. As Antwerp Financial Coach the past three years she has been helping clients get insights in their finances to take concrete action in making their life goals and financial priorities come true!\n‘You feel Ruth’s passion when she is talking about money’ – Katja\, Interior Architect[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6256″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text]\nPricing Expertise to Product Success: Transitioning from Freelancing to SaaS\n\nSession description:In this talk\, Emanuel will share key insights and valuable lessons from his experience\, focusing on the critical mindset shifts required when moving from selling services to selling a product. He will dive into the practical aspects of building a software product\, identifying a target market\, validating customer needs\, and finding the right messaging that resonates with potential buyers. This session is perfect for freelancers and specialists looking to leverage their expertise into a scalable software product and seeking practical advice on making the transition.\nWhat you’ll learn:\n– Understand the advantages of transitioning from services to a product-based business.\n– Learn how to shift your mindset from service provider to product owner.\n– Discover common challenges and opportunities when shifting to product-based revenue.\n \nBio: Emanuel Martonca started his journey in 2020 with the vision to build a pricing SaaS platform. His path began as a pricing consultant\, evolved through workshops and training\, and ultimately led to launching a successful SaaS business. Reflecting on his journey\, he believes he could have achieved the same success in half the time with the right approach. Emanuel started his journey in 2020 with the vision to build a pricing SaaS platform. His path began as a pricing consultant\, evolved through workshops and training\, and ultimately led to launching a successful SaaS business. Reflecting on his journey\, he believes he could have achieved the same success in half the time with the right approach.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6264″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text]\nFrom bank employee to finance trainer: how Vera transitioned to expert trainer\, online course creator\, and author\n\nSession description: Learn why and how Vera made the switch from bank employee to freelance finance trainer at the largest multinationals in Belgium to scaling her business by creating an online training. She will also share tips about (self-)publishing a book. Get tips and tricks about marketing an online product\, the importance and benefits about personal branding \nBio: Vera is a seasoned finance expert who delivers in-company training to top companies like Telenet\, BASF\, Randstad\, and more. She specializes in empowering managers to make profitable financial decisions by simplifying complex business numbers. Vera also offers a VIP program tailored to SMEs\, combining video lessons\, group sessions\, and personalized 1-on-1 coaching. For those just starting out\, her free webinar\, “Finance for Non Financials\,” breaks down financial concepts in an accessible way. Passionate about making finance fun and understandable\, she also shares insights via her blog and newsletter\, the Funancial Times.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”6254″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text]\nFrom Freelance to Fortune: Brian Dean’s Blueprint for Building and Selling Solo-Founded Businesses\n\nSession description: In this Q&A with Freelancers in Belgium community manager Jenny Bjorklof Brian will share how he started\, grew and sold his businesses as a solo-founder. You will get tips about:\n– How he doesn’t work with any employees\, instead he hires freelancers when he needs expertise. Without ever having meetings and reducing management to a minimum.\n– Why consulting or having an agency is not scalable for growing as a freelancer\, and why you should focus on channels and products offering passive value instead.\n– Working on your business instead of in your business.\n– How to protect your time and ignore shiny new things\n– And much more! \nBio: Brian Dean started off as a SEO and Digital Marketing Consultant. He founded Backlinko in 2013\, a marketing blog and online courses with 5 million + readers which was acquired by Semrush in 2022. His next project is a reporting tool called Exploding Topics. It analyses millions of searches\, conversations and mentions across the internet and gathers them in insightful reports and in a weekly newsletter. This too was acquired by Semrush in August 2024[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_alignment=”center” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][vc_column_text]\nFAQ\nWill this event be in English?\nYes \nWill there be a recording?\nYes\, all registered participants will get a recording in an email after the event \nWhat if I can’t join or the event gets cancelled? \nCancellation/Refund policy:\nWhen purchasing a ticket you agree to these terms and conditions. If you cancel your attendance 7 days in advance your ticket will be refunded in full. If you cancel less than 7 days in advance there is no refund. You may transfer the ticket to another participant at any time free of charge. \nThe organiser is not responsible for any loss or damage as a result of a substitution\, alteration\, cancellation or postponement of an event. The organiser shall assume no liability whatsoever in the circumstances that an event is cancelled\, rescheduled or postponed due to a fortuitous event\, Act of God\, unforeseen occurrence or any other event that renders the performance of an event impracticable\, illegal or impossible. For purposes of this clause\, a\nfortuitous event shall include\, but not be limited to: war\, fire\, labour strike\, extreme weather or other emergency. \nPlease note that while speakers and topics are confirmed at the time of publishing\, circumstances beyond the control of the organisers may necessitate substitutions\, alterations or cancellations of the speakers and/or topics. As such\, the organiser reserves the right to alter or modify the advertised speakers and/or topics if necessary without any liability to you whatsoever. Any substitutions or alterations will be updated on our web page as soon as possible. \nWhat does the ticket include?\n\naccess to live sessions\non-demand recordings of sessions\nvirtual networking opportunities\ndownloadable resources or materials provided by the speakers\n\nA whole day online\, really? Will I be able to follow?\nYes\, with a mix of insightful presentations\, interactive workshops\, and networking opportunities through the fun and lively chat\, you’ll stay connected\, informed\, and entertained throughout the event. And the time will go fast. \n“Freelancers in Belgium events always have a great atmosphere and lots of interaction. And you learn valuable insights both from the speakers and the participants.” Delphine Abdelmoula\, Marketing Freelancer \n  \nThis event is organised by\n \nA community where freelancers: \n\nconnect and support each other on any topic from admin to sales to mindset\nshare best practices\, job opportunities\, tax information and tips on finding clients\nlearn how to start and run their businesses successfully through training and events\njoin the FREE Facebook group to meet thousands of freelancers today.\n\nWe share content and have some great partner deals too. \nFind out more at www.freelancersinbelgium.be[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://freelancersinbelgium.be/event/freelance-finance-day/
LOCATION:In-person\, Sint-Baafsplein 10\, Gent\, 9000\, Belgium
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ORGANIZER;CN="Freelancers in Belgium":MAILTO:jenny.bjorklof@freelancersinbelgium.be
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