February 1, 2023

Dutch tax law in 2023: 4 important changes for freelancers

Every year, the Dutch tax authorities implement legislative changes that are of (great) importance to freelancers. This year is no different: most of these changes start from the 1st of January 2023. As a freelancer

Written by Imme ter Horst

Written by Imme ter Horst

Business Development at Sweav

January 6, 2022

6 scary myths about freelancing after a career in strategy or M&A

Taking the leap to leave an established consultancy or M&A firm is scary. However, at Sweav we have learned that many of the beliefs that often stop people from making this change are just myths. Here we analyze and debunk 6 of the top myths.

Written by Joeri Schouten

Written by Joeri Schouten

Co-founder @ Sweav

January 6, 2023

From management consultants to scrappy start-up guys: 5 lessons from our first year

Before we started Sweav one year ago, we worked as management consultants. We spent a lot of time making sleek presentations, saying smart things in meetings and managing teams. Back then, we thought we knew a lot. Until we decided to hop on this start-up adventure. It turned out to be a very humbling experience

Written by Thijmen Kaster and Joeri Schouten

Written by Thijmen Kaster and Joeri Schouten

The dynamic Sweav co-founder duo

August 17, 2022

People like you: Clarissa van Tuyll

In our blog series ‘people like you’, Sweav members share their personal stories. In this episode Clarissa van Tuyll, ex EY VODW, shares hers.

Written by Clarissa van Tuyll

Written by Clarissa van Tuyll

Independent strategy consultant @ Sweav

January 12, 2023

You got out of the rat race. Now what? Four options to explore.

Congratulations! After months of worrying, making lists of pros and cons, and asking your colleagues and friends for advice, you finally took the decision and got out of the rat race. We welcome you

Written by Thijmen Kaster

Written by Thijmen Kaster

Co-founder @ Sweav

January 12, 2023

What are you worth? The art, science and our 'magical formula'.

Negotiating rates is a scary thing. It raises questions like: How do I know how much I'm worth? How do I make sure I don't undersell my work? The answer to these questions is in science and art. This article will sh

Written by Joeri Schouten

Written by Joeri Schouten

Co-founder @ Sweav

January 12, 2023

Sweav's practical guide to getting started

Congratulations on your decision to enter the world of the free. To make your independent life a bit easier, we have compiled the essential aspects that all people who decide to become independent consultants face. For this reason, we share the basics you need to get started and the ones you need to implement for a long-term sustainable setup. Disclaimer: several of the tips we offer apply in a Dutch context.

Written by Joeri Schouten

Written by Joeri Schouten

Co-founder @ Sweav

January 31, 2023

Sweav featured in Dutch national newspaper De Volkskrant

Terwijl het werk voor het oprapen ligt, lijken jongeren juist te verlangen naar meer vrijheid. Overwerken om een vast contract of promotie te krijgen: het lijkt niet meer van deze tijd. Hoe kan dat?

Marieke de Ruiter

Marieke de Ruiter

Reporter social economy @ De Volkskrant

August 31, 2022

People like you: Robert Breugelmans

In our blog series ‘people like you’, Sweav members share their personal stories. In this episode Robert Breugelmans, ex banker and now (digital) nomad, shares his.

Robert Breugelmans

Robert Breugelmans

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