Netherlands vs Germany vs Belgium: which country to incorporate in first
Choosing where to launch your first EU business entity shapes your hiring, tax position, and growth runway for years to…
For Employers
Archives for Octagon Professionals International for our resources and articles category for employers. Here you can find articles that will assist you in navigating the world of HR and recruitment effectively and easily.
Wet VBAR Law: how inbound employers should react in 2026
Dutch ZZP rules look very different in 2026 than the market expected. The Belastingdienst lifted the DBA enforcement moratorium on…
DAFT visa in 2026: how US founders open a Dutch subsidiary with one employee
The Dutch-American Friendship Treaty (DAFT) lets US citizens launch a business in the Netherlands with just €4,500 in starting capital….
Vacancies Amsterdam: hiring in Europe from the NL hub
Disclaimer: All information in this article on vacancies Amsterdam and hiring expats in the Netherlands is of an informational character…
Employer of record Germany: Hire without a GmbH
Expanding into Germany opens one of Europe’s largest talent markets. However, the country’s employment framework remains famously strict. Moreover, setting…
Outsource HR: a smart guide for small and growing businesses
Running a business means juggling many roles. However, handling people management takes real time and skill. That is why many…
Stay interview: the proactive retention tool every manager needs
Everyone knows the exit interview. The stay interview flips that script. Instead of asking why people leave, it asks why…
Employee retention: How to calculate and improve it
Employee retention sits at the heart of strong internal HR processes. When staff stay longer, teams perform better and costs…
What is an employer of record? A complete guide for international hiring
Hiring abroad used to mean opening a local entity in every country. Today, companies use an employer of record to…
ZZP vs payrolling: choosing the right contractor setup in the Netherlands
Every self employed contractor working in the Netherlands faces the same early question. Should you operate as a ZZP or…
