The Team

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
I have to think of a beautiful piece of software that every professional in this business must have. I have seen that you can save a lot of time on administrative work, so that you create more time to do your core business; bringing employers and employees together! Because I have worked in the recruitment business for a long time, I know that there are many daily processes that take up a lot of time. They stop you from contacting your clients, candidates or colleagues. And the good thing is, OTYS takes over many of these things! Then you can go and sell!

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
Because I would never want to work for organization where you have to stay and think within your own "borders", due to the ruling hierarchy. At OTYS you get stimulated to be innovative and entrepreneurial, and to follow the whole process with one client. What is happening within your organization, and how do we match OTYS to that? Every day is a new challenge. You are constantly being tested on your skills and knowledge of the software. For me, this is a very important subject for motivation, this way you never stop developing your own personal development and you stay focused on your services. Also the colleagues at OTYS give a nice and honest working environment, which I can describe as "work hard, play hard". I see OTYS as a wonderful product that already convinced many, and where the growth curve will only increase. That also means growth in quality and offering more workshops. It is this growth that I would like to contribute to. But then again, who wouldn't want to be a part of that?

What do colleagues say about you?
Oh no... Within a few weeks they already discovered my three nicknames; "annoying, sharp and stubborn". But, dear colleagues; I really do mean it well!

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
To tell me that I can finally use the Lonely Planet Magazines of Argentina and Australia. They are somewhere in a big pile of well-used travel guides, these two countries have to be next in the visiting list. But, I will also wake up if you would tell me that I can go to New York again, not a problem at all!

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
I am always thinking of OTYS, every day, every week, 24 hours a day! When you think of OTYS so much, it is hard to remember how it is not thinking about OTYS. But when I think of OTYS, I see possibilities. For my clients and for my colleagues. Possibilities to improve, to change, to discover and to invent. But then I am really proud of what other people in our company have added to OTYS, but I also critical about things that should go better.

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges? (In your case: why did you start OTYS?)
For the first reason, I started OTYS because I had some trouble with the directing roll. So on a personal level a big step forward. Someone would never tell me what to do without any explanation. The second reason is, to build up a company together with friends so we could be ourselves, and because of that, become successful. Third, to provide small Recruitment Agencies with technology which before only large companies could afford. To really change something, to come up with a solution what would appeal to the big amount of smaller Recruitment Agencies.

What do colleagues say about you?
I don't know if there are negative things which they would want to discuss, I never here those. But I think that they see me as a very driven, honest person that does not beat around the bush. I hope that they also see a little bit of my "other side", which really loves music, poetry and art. But it is harder than I thought, showing everyone the whole picture. Especially people who are quite new here at OTYS, I think they have a bit of a distorted image of me. The cause of that is usually just their boundary that arises from my spot in the organization. Not that I do not try to take those boundaries away, I do. But even when I say that I do not take criticism personally, the amounts of time I have been confronted are nil.

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
A client in need! Followed by a great bottle of Single Malt Scotch when the problem is solved. It does happen sometimes, when I am abroad (USA) with a big time difference, that a client calls me with a question or a problem and it doesn't cross their mind that I was asleep. I will just go and help them and sit behind the computer for an hour. And then when you say that you are going back to bed, they can't stop apologize. I just answer with: "if I didn't want to receive any calls, I would've turned off my telephone".

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
At first, OTYS made me think of elevators. I found out that I am not the only one... But after a few talks and working a day at the office, I now think of OTYS as a great platform where clients and partners can win big advantage and efficiency. The challenge I see for OTYS is to become world-famous by creating more partnerships.

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
My job at OTYS gives me a great opportunity to show my creativity and to develop my own competences in a young and ambitious organization with a good product.

What do colleagues say about you?
That I am a bit too direct and stubborn? I haven't asked them yet...

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
Mc Donald's!

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
One big adventure. As for me (after working eight years at my former employer) as for the phase OTYS is in right now. If you ask me, OTYS is a unique product and finds herself still at the beginning of wonderful things. It is an honour to contribute to that.

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
Because OTYS is a fun, young and dynamic organization with a unique product. It does feel a bit like "conquering the world". At OTYS there are ambitious and driven people who want to make it a big success. Besides that, we have the Academy which is our own part within the OTYS-organization.
OTYS has grown a lot the past years, and I hope this growth will get stronger every year. It is a challenge to make this actually happen and continuously guarantee the high quality we stand for. The workshops of the OTYS Academy will contribute to this challenge.

What do colleagues say about you?
Why? Who says something about me? It are lies... all lies!

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
A trip to Australia and New Zealand! Those countries are fantastic: a nice climate, beautiful nature and very kind people.

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
A nice company where everyone is growing and working hard. A lot of new and thrilling activities where no one can't wait to start on.

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
OTYS offers multiple challenges and possibilities which - a few years ago - I didn't know the existence of. Every day I learn new things, there is always something new to experience. The nice team of colleagues who all help each other in times of need. My own challenges are improvement, development and world domination!

What do colleagues say about you?
I think they say that I am a nice guy who wants to help everybody.

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
When I am asleep you should not wake me up. It has gone wrong one time before...

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
The first thing that comes up is Jorrit. He is of course Mr. OTYS himself. I witnessed the founding of OTYS close by: I can still remember when the name YourIT was made up.

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
I was asked! And I still go to work with a smile. That is one a good reason to work at OTYS! Something else that I like about my work is that most clients have a great sense of humour. Between all the problems I do have some fun phone calls.
My challenge is to learn the deepest secrets of the system so that I can always give a correct answer to the clients. But due to the fast developments of the OTYS system, this is not a piece of cake!

What do colleagues say about you?
They already told me to shave! They say I'm a calm person who takes his job seriously.

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
Just don't...

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
I think of a young and ambitious company with a product which meets up to the desires of recruiters.

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
The enthusiasm of the clients who participate at the workshops, that is a great thing to experience every day. I like giving workshops to also develop my own skills. The company structure also suits me well. Open, dynamic and sometimes a bit stubborn. OTYS is a growing company and because of that there is a very strong "get to work and make it happen-mentality". I am very glad that I've been welcomed with open arms and I also hope to stay for a long time. Together with my colleagues I would really want to make this company grow, especially the OTYS Academy. We already offer a lot of different workshops and courses, but I see it as my own personal challenge to expand this kind of services.

What do colleagues say about you?
That I talk too loud!

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
Pizza!

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
I think of the fact that I really do have a great job at a great company! With very fun colleagues, fun fun fun!

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
Next to my job at the reception desk I also do administrative work and I support my colleagues. It is a challenge for me to do my work perfectly so that my colleagues and clients can't do without me! I am very lucky with this job because it is only a five minute bike ride to work!

What do colleagues say about you?
There must be a reason why I sit at the reception desk all by my self...

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
The one who thinks it's necessary to wake me in the middle of the night, should bring me a lot of French fries with mayonnaise!

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
OTYS is a fast growing organization where all the employees want to work hard. And everybody looks in the same direction!

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
OTYS is a fast growing company and it is fantastic that I can contribute to it. I want some challenge in the work that i do, and I do have that here are OTYS. It is really appreciated to come up with ideas and initiatives. Based on the questions we get from our clients, we can provide OTYS with some solutions and points to improve. The Customer Support Line is a very important department within the organization. With our tasks and initiatives we can bring the "Support" and the products to a higher level.

What do colleagues say about you?
A cheerful guy who wants to work hard. Sometimes a big mouth but a small heart. And always a person who likes having people around him.

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
Having fun with friends and a very nice meal!

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
I am a Sales Manager, so I think of "no limits" and "endless ambition". OTYS is not a traditional automation company. With OTYS we can actually change the market. Offering a real customer support, not only thinking along. OTYS is unique!

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
In The Netherlands you could not experience the things that are happening and are still going to happen at a better company than OTYS. We are just starting. There is a big variety in clients, in The Netherlands as well as in Belgium. More and more clients are looking for a custom made system. So a lot of variation and challenges! My own challenge is to prove that OTYS is the best seller of Recruiting Technology.

What do colleagues say about you?
I think they say that I am dedicated and a good colleague.

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
Waking me up?

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
I am thinking of the best and smartest recruitment system in the world!

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
The organization is growing. That means a lot of changes, every day. I feel at home here and I love change management. Every young and fast growing organization stands for diverse challenges, also at the OTYS company. I still see a lot of possibilities, not only in the growth of the company, but also in the product development. Working at OTYS means working on a very advanced and innovative recruitment system with the opportunity to come up with new products and ideas and helping clients.

What do colleagues say about you?
People have told me a few times that I can talk a lot about just one simple subject.

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
For a lot of things, it just has to be fun!

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
I am not thinking of elevators anymore, but of an excellent company with endless possibilities. High-quality software services and a great employer.

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
OTYS is not only a growing company, it also works on the development of the labour market. OTYS people are motivated and have a certain "love" for the company, a team where I totally fit in. "Endless" is a term which can be applied here as well; endless fun and endless challenges where you can work on. At this moment, my challenge is to bring the Marketing at this company to a higher level. My own challenge is to grow in an international operating organization.

What do colleagues say about you?
Clumsy as a clown!

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
With the announcement that I can turn off my alarm clock!

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
I have to think of a serious partner and supplier which is, and stays, far ahead of his competitors. Of all, OTYS knows best that the E-recruitment world is not only about offering a piece of software. OTYS positions herself as a social platform and a think tank where clients can walk in anytime. New ideas come into existence from our clients requests. OTYS is an organization where you, as a client, can come up with ideas and remarks where someone is actually going to listen to. Also, the software has expanded over the passed years and is co-developed by signals from the market. The client is the practical expert, they know what is going on and what is needed. The fact that OTYS adapts to these signals makes this company so special.

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
There is a lot of potential here at OTYS and I would like to help and increase the growth of the company. When you think of growth there is also a professional side to it. My challenge is to also increase and contribute to this!

What do colleagues say about you?
That I handle things fast and that I am capable of succeeding changes in a short notice. Maybe a pain in the ass, direct and a hard worker?!

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
A bottle of champagne, a box of oysters together with good company. For the rest, family and friends can always wake me up if there is something that can't wait until the next morning.

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
I have to think of a super innovative group of people who provide the best software for recruiters and other people in this branch.

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
OTYS has a very nice team and personal growth runs parallel to the growth of the organization. At the moment, my challenge is to advise and train clients and OTYS users to try and use the OTYS system in the most advanced and efficient way. Because, just like our organization, recruiting technology also has unknown possibilities. Almost daily there are new features being made.

What do colleagues say about you?
I heard someone say "Face" (from the A-Team). That undoubtedly has something to do with the pictures on the OTYS website.

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
Hmmm.. Let me sleep on that.

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
A great company with fun colleagues where I fit in perfectly.

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
In comparison to my former job a lot of things happen here. At OTYS you get involved in everything and you can plan and divide your time in ways that suits you best. Also thinking along with specific processes is really appreciated. My challenge, that the administration is arranged perfectly.

What do colleagues say about you?
I hope; a very fun woman.

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
A good party or a trip!

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
Of course I think of the biggest and best-known recruitment platform! But also a company with an informal working climate and a lot of friendly colleagues.

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
OTYS is a company with a pleasant working climate. You can learn a lot here at OTYS, continuously improving your personal skills is challenging and fun! At OTYS I discover new things every day. I learn a lot. Coming up with solutions for difficult problems is one of the biggest challenges.

What do colleagues say about you?
I think they see me as a person which takes his job seriously but also loves a little joke.

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
A delicious meatburger.

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
With OTYS I think of commitment with the client. Thinking along with the clients without losing the OTYS Recruiting Technology vision. With that I think of colleagues who go to work with a smile and show great willingness towards our clients.

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
"I work at OTYS because I was searching for a job with big Sales challenges and variation in tasks. Once working at OTYS I knew immediately that she is market leader in her branch. That suits me well." But Martijn's love of travel hasn't been satisfied yet. His challenge at OTYS is to grow on from a sales manager to an international sales manager. "This is definitely possible. The trust that OTYS emanates in her employees is huge. That, combined with the big international growth, is a fantastic challenge to grow on and develop yourself.

What do colleagues say about you?
I sometimes hear them say "the humour can not be forgotten in the early morning...". But also my help and support towards my colleagues is appreciated.

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
I am brightest in the morning. But not when I have just woken up...

What do you think when you think of OTYS?
I have to think of James Brown: Soul Power! OTYS is a unique company with young professionals which have a lot of innovative power. This was already noticeable at the job interview and it inspired me a lot. This is my second week at OTYS and since last week I am having a hard time finding the "off-button". And when the company's name also relates to the name of Soul Legend Otis Redding then it all fits like puzzle, for a great music love as myself.

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
Well, when you can feel a company's strength, power and proposition so strongly like here at OTYS, then I couldn't and wouldn't want anything else then to work at such an organization.
My challenge here at OTYS is to let as many companies as possible get to know OTYS and let them grow in their ambitions. And of course, contribute my own part to optimize the company and her services.

What do colleagues say about you?
People find me: enthusiastic, service aimed, personal, original and loyal (and musical).

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
Hmm.. Also 'Soul Power'!

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
Versatility. My colleagues and me not only build extremely wide range websites, the total software pack offers the client a one-stop-shop for everything that a recruiter needs to have in this century.

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
It gives me an environment where a nice group of young professionals all work together to offer a versatile product. Where the variety of work and looking around for new technologies gives a fresh company spirit. Where appreciation and trust are divided by a strong team spirit with a big individual responsibility. A company with guts, but with the heart in the right place.

What do colleagues say about you?
I think they see me as a half-consultant, who would love to learn more about a lot more subjects. Within this, the graphic knowledge is unique here at OTYS. Always listening when someone needs to talk, wants to help everybody. Too bad there are just so little working hours in a week!

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
A big plate of good sushi and a living room concert of one of my favourite bands. The thing that can keep me up all night is a fun LAN-party!

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
OTYS is a fun and sophisticated company with a fantastic product and infinite ambition. Especially the rapidity in growth with the organization great strength, also on the sales level. This is what I have experienced, I started as an employee aftersales and now I am Sales Manager! So when I think of OTYS, I think of possibilities.

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
I was looking for a company where I could develop and improve myself. OTYS offers me these chances. I get a lot of possibilities to unfurl initiatives. Besides, I learn every part of the organization to offer the best sales. That is why I frequently attend workshops and have daily sales meetings with prospects. The ultimate challenge; that every recruiter uses OTYS.

What do colleagues say about you?
They say I am a cheerful and friendly colleague.

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
VIP-tickets for a beautiful motorcycle race like the TT in Assen!

What do you think of when you think of OTYS?
When I think of OTYS, I think of possibilities, growth, a blank page ready to be written! I think of dear colleagues, a pleasant working environment, fanatic employees and a big "love" for the company.

Why do you work for OTYS and what are your challenges?
The companyculture appeals to me, very much. No hierarchy and everybody is open for a good idea. "Love" for the company, a positive mentality, driven, stubborn and loyalty. These are the key words which represent both me and OTYS. The growth that OTYS is going through matches my own personal (career) growth. My challenge is to set a good marketing engine to bring OTYS under the attention. And when we did that in The Netherlands, let's go international!

What do colleagues say about you?
Sometimes I have very dumb remarks. That is always a thing to laugh about. And they say that I always break stuff, this is already my third computer... But, I am happy to hear that they also say that I have a strong mentality!

For what can we wake you up in the middle of the night?
A trip to New York! Actually a trip anywhere. Friends can call me anytime, and colleagues... Then it has to be a brilliant idea! And then there is the chance that I think I dreamed it all...