REVIEWS (only some, of the many in Dutch)

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Participant who attended both SpeedMBA and Ben Tiggelaar’s ‘MBA in a day’: “SpeedMBA gives very clear insight in all the principles of business. Highly clarifying, with a practical overview that you can use immediately. The difference with Tiggelaar is huge: the latter highlights certain management gurus, he has a polished show, and the main takeaway is a sense of inspiration. SpeedMBA is not a show at all, but a very intensive and down-to-earth day of gaining valuable business knowledge.”

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“My job as a hospital doctor is increasingly about managing the department. This had never been part of my study, so I felt a need for a compact introduction here. SpeedMBA proved adequate. The teacher kept me interested all day, gave a very efficient overview, and conveyed the essence of the individual domains effectively. I gained clarity, enthusiasm, eye-openers … The world of many managers around me became clear, as well as their relevance to the whole. For those seeking instant understanding of the essence of organizations, I recommend this laudable course.”  Arjan te Pas, doctor (pediatrician), Leids Universitair Medisch Centrum

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“Machiel found a way to fit an entire study into just one day. The way to grasp the enormous amount of content is by way of his unique and crystal clear structure. The seminar had immediate practical value to my work. Machiel’s explanation skills, enthusiasm and high level of energy made the whole day fly by very fast. Compliments!” Jasper Werkman, consultant, Concorde Group

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“Machiel really knows how to convey it clearly and how to keep it interesting. I now have a solid view on the world of management, and of the meaning of strategy, organization, numbers, and a lot more that comes with it. Machiel will drown you in content, without getting dull or blurry. He knows an awful lot and knows how to get it across, no matter what level you are at. I would really recommend this to anyone who has anything to do with business and wants to know more about it”. Irene de Jong, sustainability, ASN Bank

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“Despite the enormous amount of content that was poured over me during this day, the practical applicability is great. Not only in elaboration of strategic plans, but also in sharpening my own management understanding. The course gave me insight in business in general, the bigger picture. It made me realize that we still have plenty of improvement opportunities. Machiel’s way of presenting, despite my passive role, kept me intrigued all day.” Mascha Colmans-De Graaf, Sales Manager Jean Mineur Mediavision

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“SpeedMBA gave me insight in what an MBA is and how organizations can benefit from it. Ranging from the big visionary lines to the numbers behind the comma. Machiel is a master at opening up dry content, by providing a clear structure, and a relaxed, no-nonsense style of presenting. The ease by which he conveys the content (that he evidently masters) makes this rather heavy day even enjoyable. Painful and useful was the conclusion that I could still improve a lot in my own business. The density of this day is high; the investment versus the insights gained was a very attractive deal.” Mattias Warcup, owner graphic design studio Minsk

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“SpeedMBA was very useful. A truly structured full range overview of an MBA in just 1 day. I had seen some of it, but this was the first time that it got integral and connected. Useful while my organization was being reorganized: the course gives insight in the larger perspective of it all. In my view, the insights are equally valid for project management. The immediate benefit was re-assessment of my projects from several new angles, and building forth on the consequences.” Joris Vijverberg, Ministry of Infrastructure and Environment

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“Machiel provides a no-nonsense, well structured layout of business. He advocates a practical approach to models. He is not there to tell you “the truth”, but to show you all the relevant thoughts in a most comprehensive way. What remains after an intensive day is a feeling of overview and grip. It challenged me to see organizations from various angles. Machiel is highly capable of reducing seemingly complex subject matter to its essence. SpeedMBA has made me more self-confident at managing and monitoring my projects.” Luuk Jacobs Communication consulting

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“Machiel clearly has a deft understanding of his domain, while staying tuned to all levels of the participants. He not only summarizes theories, but also relates and enriches them. And it all makes sense. He guided us through an impressive amount of content. Informative, digestible, and highly clarifying. Apart from the general learning effects, it inspired me to pay more attention to some weaker spots in my company.” Julia, owner television production agency Beeld

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“It was truly much content, but very well structured and taught in a way by which I received a very clear picture of what it’s all about in business and management. I gained theoretical insight in my daily affairs that I had not yet optimized. With the SpeedMBA knowledge I have a better understanding of how I can improve my business. There’s a lot of lingo in the MBA world. This got explained in simple language, and demystified where due. All in all, SpeedMBA enhanced my confidence.” Arnoud van den Heuvel, designer and co-founder of Stichting Doe Het Niet Zelf

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“As a manager without business education, SpeedMBA was perfect for me: you won’t drown in details, but you’ll get one clear picture of what it means to run a business, or to be part of one. I could instantly relate all of what Machiel explained to the company I work for. I found it even more interesting that several topics that I don’t have on my radar, suddenly appeared so relevant. Machiel has the talent to guide you through all of it in a very clear and easy-going way. I would definitely recommend SpeedMBA.” Ellen Cuijpers, Operations Manager, Concorde Group

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“The big win for me with SpeedMBA is that I now have a better understanding of my customers, so I can better relate to them. I’ve read a lot about business, but the way Machiel clarifies and relates everything, I could have never found out by myself. I now feel more confident towards client. I can address their challenges and solution directions more effectively.” Roosmarijn Schellekens, Result learning & development (Singapore)

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“Great to experience that such an extensive field can be made comprehensible in one day! I participated with great joy. Machiel is a trainer who can bring structure to the apparent chaos of an MBA. His ways made it clear that he has a lot of knowledge and experience in this field.” Bob de Levita, Advisor/researcher, Radar bureau voor sociale vraagstukken

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“Machiel totally delivers on promise: in one day you’ll get a solid overview of all the topics that matter. It’s quite amazing, but he really succeeds in keeping you focused all day long, with a seemingly simple PowerPoint presentation. You’ll take a lot of content home, of which the practical value is clear – in my case in developing my business plan.” Miriam van Gool, EcoValue.