<description>&lt;p&gt;Are you an exporter eyeing the Netherlands? This episode of our podcast for exporters offers an insider's look into the Dutch market, featuring Geddy van Elburg, Managing Director of MKB Trade Office and owner of Ion Moon International Digital Marketing Agency. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;With extensive experience in market analytics and understanding Dutch and international customers, Geddy shares invaluable insights on navigating this unique European landscape.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Geddy breaks down how to identify the best entry points based on your industry, moving beyond the obvious hubs of Amsterdam and Rotterdam.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode delves into the practicalities of market research, from leveraging online tools like LinkedIn and company websites to tapping into official statistics from &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://CBS.nl"&gt;CBS.nl&lt;/a&gt; and Eurostat. You'll also learn the power of local business associations and even how collaborating with local universities can provide fresh, cost-effective market intelligence.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Understand the nuances of Dutch communication—their directness, informality, and dislike for exaggeration. Learn how to build trust by having a strong digital footprint and delivering on your promises. Geddy also offers critical advice on the Dutch decision-making process, highlighting their preference for thorough evaluation and the importance of a compelling price-quality-service balance.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Tune in to unlock the secrets to successful market entry and negotiation in the Netherlands and transform your approach to international expansion!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;LinkedIn profiles:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Host, Dmytro Shvets &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dshvets/"&gt;https://www.linkedin.com/in/dshvets/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Guest, Geddy van Elburg &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/geddyvanelburg/"&gt;https://www.linkedin.com/in/geddyvanelburg/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Listen to Start Global Insights on all major platforms and YouTube. Don't forget to subscribe for more global business insights.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Spotify: &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://rebrand.ly/SGISpotifyRSS"&gt;https://rebrand.ly/SGISpotifyRSS&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Apple podcasts: &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://rebrand.ly/SGIAppleRSS"&gt;https://rebrand.ly/SGIAppleRSS&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;YouTube: &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://rebrand.ly/SGIYTRSS"&gt;https://rebrand.ly/SGIYTRSS&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In your browser: &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://rebrand.ly/SGISGRSS"&gt;https://rebrand.ly/SGISGRSS&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The URL's mentioned in the interview:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Statistics Netherlands&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cbs.nl/"&gt;https://www.cbs.nl/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;MKB Trade Office &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://mkbtradeoffice.com/about-us/"&gt;https://mkbtradeoffice.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Eurostat &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat"&gt;https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Feedback: &lt;/strong&gt;We value your thoughts. Please leave us a review on Apple podcasts, Spotify or email us at &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:podcast@start-global.biz"&gt;podcast@start-global.biz&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Develop your international expansion strategy with Start Global&lt;/strong&gt;, your guide to foreign markets. Visit us at &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.start-global.biz/"&gt;https://www.start-global.biz/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Start Global Insights: Global Sales, Local's Expertise, Actionable Case Studies

Dmytro Shvets, Global markets expert

How to enter Dutch markets. Insights from local professional.

MAY 28, 202534 MIN
Start Global Insights: Global Sales, Local's Expertise, Actionable Case Studies

How to enter Dutch markets. Insights from local professional.

MAY 28, 202534 MIN

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<p>Are you an exporter eyeing the Netherlands? This episode of our podcast for exporters offers an insider's look into the Dutch market, featuring Geddy van Elburg, Managing Director of MKB Trade Office and owner of Ion Moon International Digital Marketing Agency. </p><p>With extensive experience in market analytics and understanding Dutch and international customers, Geddy shares invaluable insights on navigating this unique European landscape.</p><p>Geddy breaks down how to identify the best entry points based on your industry, moving beyond the obvious hubs of Amsterdam and Rotterdam.</p><p>This episode delves into the practicalities of market research, from leveraging online tools like LinkedIn and company websites to tapping into official statistics from <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://CBS.nl">CBS.nl</a> and Eurostat. You'll also learn the power of local business associations and even how collaborating with local universities can provide fresh, cost-effective market intelligence.</p><p>Understand the nuances of Dutch communication—their directness, informality, and dislike for exaggeration. Learn how to build trust by having a strong digital footprint and delivering on your promises. Geddy also offers critical advice on the Dutch decision-making process, highlighting their preference for thorough evaluation and the importance of a compelling price-quality-service balance.</p><p>Tune in to unlock the secrets to successful market entry and negotiation in the Netherlands and transform your approach to international expansion!</p><p></p><p><strong>LinkedIn profiles:</strong></p><p><strong>Host, Dmytro Shvets </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dshvets/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/dshvets/</a></p><p><strong>Guest, Geddy van Elburg </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/geddyvanelburg/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/geddyvanelburg/</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Listen to Start Global Insights on all major platforms and YouTube. Don't forget to subscribe for more global business insights.</strong></p><p>Spotify: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://rebrand.ly/SGISpotifyRSS">https://rebrand.ly/SGISpotifyRSS</a></p><p>Apple podcasts: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://rebrand.ly/SGIAppleRSS">https://rebrand.ly/SGIAppleRSS</a></p><p>YouTube: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://rebrand.ly/SGIYTRSS">https://rebrand.ly/SGIYTRSS</a></p><p>In your browser: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://rebrand.ly/SGISGRSS">https://rebrand.ly/SGISGRSS</a></p><p></p><p>The URL's mentioned in the interview:</p><p><strong>Statistics Netherlands</strong> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cbs.nl/">https://www.cbs.nl/</a></p><p><strong>MKB Trade Office </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://mkbtradeoffice.com/about-us/">https://mkbtradeoffice.com/</a></p><p><strong>Eurostat </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat">https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Feedback: </strong>We value your thoughts. Please leave us a review on Apple podcasts, Spotify or email us at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p><p><strong>Develop your international expansion strategy with Start Global</strong>, your guide to foreign markets. Visit us at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.start-global.biz/">https://www.start-global.biz/</a></p>