88. "We don't panic, we believe in our strategy," says Erik-Jan Mares, CEO at the Dutch retailer Zeeman.

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The CARE Principles, a podcast about People and Brands in Transition, by Isabel Verstraete.

Isabel Verstraete, strategic partner of people and brands in transition.

106 episodes

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Discover in my podcast how leaders build stronger cultures, smarter brands, and products people truly connect with. Based on The CARE Principles — Collaboration, Agility, Reliability & Empathy — a 20-step framework to help people and brands thrive in times of change. Download your free leadership guide at: https://thecareprinciples.com Or book your CARE Discovery Call here: https://calendar.app.google/tjLwJLxa4wgQsXGY9.

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88. "We don't panic, we believe in our strategy," says Erik-Jan Mares, CEO at the Dutch retailer Zeeman.

The CARE Principles, a podcast about People and Brands in Transition, by Isabel Verstraete.

57 minutes 51 seconds

1 year ago

88. "We don't panic, we believe in our strategy," says Erik-Jan Mares, CEO at the Dutch retailer Zeeman.

In this compelling episode, we dive into the heart of Zeeman, the thriving Dutch textile retailer renowned for its unconventional, yet deeply caring business strategy.

At Zeeman, being 'zuinig' (frugal) goes beyond saving money—it's about prioritizing people and the planet, a principle deeply embedded in the company’s family-oriented DNA.

Leadership strategist Isabel Verstraete, an ardent admirer of Zeeman, sits down with CEO Erik-Jan Mares for an insightful conversation.

Erik-Jan shares personal anecdotes from his youth. He reveals his ambitious vision and discusses the evolution of his leadership style towards one that is both supportive and caring.

"All companies need to transform themselves, but you can't do that without a personal transformation first," says Erik-Jan.

Discover how Erik-Jan has successfully transformed himself and Zeeman. Listen to how he integrated the CARE Principles into his leadership, transforming Zeeman into a company that excels both IN and FOR the world.

This episode is a treasure trove of lessons for anyone looking to enhance their leadership approach and business strategy.

Tune in to learn from Erik-Jan's journey and the strategic leadership framework that can help you and your business thrive.

For more insights or to connect with us, reach out at hello@thecareprinciples.com.