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[Infographic] Anatomy of a Great Resume

A well-presented CV is critical to help you secure your dream job. When you know how to fine-tune your career summary and showcase your qualifications, your CV will be the ticket to help you stand-out. Anyone is capable of writing ...

[Infographic] The Do’s And Don’ts On Social Media During Job Search

Social media usage can either help or hurt you in the job search process today. Recruiters can get a glimpse of who you are outside the confines of a CV and cover letter by using social media in all phases ...

Six Things To Check In Your Dutch Employment Contract Before Signing

Starting a new position can be a nerve-wracking experience. There’s a lot to learn — names, faces, processes, passwords for every system — and seemingly not enough time to do it. This is especially true if you’re moving here from ...

Visit Octagon at the IamExpat Fair in The Hague

Visit the Octagon booth at the IamExpat fair on November 9th in the Hague. For the fourth year in a row, the IamExpat Fair will once again take place this autumn at the iconic Grote Kerk. The fair can be visited free of ...

Octagon Summer Event 2019

The Octagon Summer Event 2019 in Rotterdam has proven to be a huge success, a fantastic day with remarkable people and beautiful weather. Below a small impressum of the sail through Rotterdam.

How To Prepare For A Job Interview

Going for an interview is always challenging. That is why Octagon gives you advice on how to prepare for a job interview, give a good first impression and the do’s and don’ts during an interview. Preparing for a job interview ...

Octagon Team Event April 2019

Another interesting team event at the Octagon HQ in The Hague. We’ve been updated on Dutch Tax Law by Bas Jorissen, educated on the perfect healthy body posture and quick muscle recovery techniques by Darren Wu and inspired by Ing. ...

Relocation companies in the Netherlands

Are you relocating to the Netherlands and looking for a company to relieve you from all the relocation stress? Are you looking for relocation assistance for your employees? We have compiled a list of companies that have extensive experience in ...