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The word ‘disadvantaged’ is such a dreary word. It sounds very discouraging, as if disadvantaged young people have no use or hope. Though they may not get the right opportunities from their environment, these people are wonderful and talented. Research has shown many times that in nature versus nurture, it does matter where your cradle… View Article

Small businesses are often run by entrepreneurs who like to do things themselves. So even when planning an IT project, entrepreneurs often think they can handle it in-house with a small software team. But we tend to see a slight discrepancy with what was expected and what is realised. How can this be prevented? You… View Article

Identifying the customer’s wishes is the beginning of success. How do you get it out on the table? And how can you translate those wishes into optimal software? Step 1: Mapping out the main objective As you begin talking to the customer, one thing should always be addressed: Why does the customer want to develop… View Article

At Wise Minds, we believe it is important for young people to have the opportunity to use their talents. Young people who normally get few opportunities in society. Hence, we have launched the Wise Minds Academy. What does this entail? Allow me to discuss further. Full skills at the end of the ride In setting… View Article

As an entrepreneur and a founder of Wise Minds, I think it is important to give young people the chance to use their talents. To help them develop a skill with which they can go out into the wider world. Especially when these young people normally get few opportunities. But what drives me to do… View Article

Technology is our best friend but at the same time it is also something that is heartbreakingly scary. The famous sci-fi writer and futurologist Arthur C. Clarke said more than 50 years ago “Before it becomes science, it is called magic.” Why is our relationship with technology so ambiguous? And how do you, as a… View Article

On one side of the coin, you have your people or the customers. On the other side, you have technology. Nowadays, it’s hard to do anything without the aid of technology. But it can also get in the way of having a personal touch. After all, as a company you often provide human service. So… View Article

Outsourcing tends to be difficult, at least for me. I like to have more control over the end result. When I do outsource, the feeling of losing control eventually creeps up on me. But it doesn’t always have to be like that. It can be smooth sailing so long as it is done the right… View Article

If you take a look around right now, you could see that the world is at its tipping point. Traditional companies are on the edge of losing to companies that embrace innovation. As a company, you actually want to become the Tesla of your industry. Why? Innovation inspires With the right innovation, you can leave… View Article