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24/08/2026

How do you turn complex EU labour rules into online learning that people can understand, remember and use?
That is the challenge we are working on with the European Labour Authority (ELA), together with Straight Circles.

ELA is building a catalogue of free, self-paced e-learning courses on EU labour mobility and social security coordination. Our role is to help turn approved legal, technical and operational content into learning that feels clear, practical, and relevant.

That means thinking beyond simply presenting information. We look at what learners need to understand, what decisions they need to make, and how they can practise applying the rules in realistic situations.

Because good e-learning should do more than explain.
It should help people remember what matters and use it when they need it.

How do we approach it? 🤔
👉🏼 Swipe through the carousel to see some of the thinking behind the process. 💡

12/08/2026

Want to build long-term trust with your partners in Asia? It starts with mastering local business culture. 🤝

In our latest blog post, we explore the essential etiquette, communication habits, and cultural considerations you need to know for 2026 to ensure your business expansion is a success.

Don’t go in unprepared. Read the full blog here:
👉https://globallycool.nl/2026/08/11/doing-business-in-asia-2026-etiquette-and-culture-guide/

30/07/2026

If there is one thing we keep seeing across our projects, it is that international trade is moving faster than ever. Whether we are working on the ground with producers or tracking shifting regulatory landscapes in Europe, the message is clear: success today demands a blend of smart digital tools and rigorous compliance.

In this edition, we wanted to share two stories from our recent work that capture what is happening right now:

🗺️Navigating the 2026 EU market reality
European buyers are no longer settling for a nice sustainability story—they want verifiable data, traceability, and concrete proof. We break down the non-negotiable updates you need to know this year, from incoming EUDR deforestation rules and CBAM carbon data to stricter ESG reporting demands.

💡Empowering producers in the Comoros: We take you inside our recent collaboration with CAPEX-Comoros, where we are working alongside local entrepreneurs to develop an AI-supported Export Readiness Checker. It is all about helping local producers of vanilla, cloves, and ylang-ylang evaluate their market position and turn their unique potential into practical export success.

Curious how these practical innovations and regulatory shifts can impact your strategy? 👉 Catch up on the full reads here 🔗
https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-cool-newsletter-7031268204463185920

14/07/2026

One platform. One workflow.
The Globally Cool ESG Suite helps you move from uncertainty to action with AI-powered support for:
✓ ESG gap assessment
✓ Strategy development
✓ KPI and data management
✓ Sustainability reporting
✓ ESG content creation
Everything you need in one place.

Our platform is designed to keep you aligned with major global frameworks, including GRI, ESRS, and CSRD readiness, ensuring your reports are not just compliant, but credible and future-ready.

Try the ESG Suite ➡️🔗 https://globallycool.nl/esg-suite-demo/

30/06/2026

The biggest hurdle in ESG isn’t gathering data, it’s knowing what to do with it. 💡
Many organisations identify their gaps but struggle to build a roadmap that actually moves the needle. If you want to see measurable ESG impact by year-end, you need to turn insights into a focused, actionable strategy today.
Our ESG Suite is designed to help teams:
📍 Align with global frameworks
📍 Prioritize material topics
📍 Drive measurable progress by year-end.

Check out the video below to see how a fast diagnostic can accelerate your sustainability journey

➡️🔗https://globallycool.nl/esg-suite-demo

23/06/2026

Is your export strategy keeping up with the evolving European spices and herbs market? 🌿

The sector is changing fast—stricter regulations, complex testing methods, and new supply chain demands are the new normal. But beneath these challenges lie major opportunities for those who know how to adapt.

We’ve been on the ground, gathering insights from the latest European industry assemblies to help exporters navigate the path forward.

Don’t miss our latest update on turning sector dialogue into competitive advantage👉🏼🔗: https://globallycool.nl/2026/06/16/turning-sector-dialogue-into-practical-market-intelligence-for-spices-and-herbs-exporters/

18/06/2026

Happy Birthday to the woman who can craft a killer content strategy and pack for an international adventure at the same time! 🗺️🥂

From writing content that inspired hundreds of entrepreneurs to being the queen of project management, you’re truly the pulse of our team. Thank you for keeping things "Globally Cool" every single day. Wishing you a year ahead full of new stamps in your passport, epic travel stories, and brilliant new ideas! ✈️✨

Join us in giving Marijke a huge birthday shout-out in the comments below! 👇🎉

11/06/2026

CSR is no longer just a “nice to have”. It is becoming a strategic business decision. For companies working with European value chains, expectations are shifting fast. Buyers increasingly want proof of responsible labour practices, environmental performance, traceability, and credible sustainability claims.

In our latest blog, we explore how the three pillars of CSR — People, Planet, and Profit — are becoming more connected than ever. We also touch on how businesses can start small, stay practical, and build CSR into everyday decision-making without getting overwhelmed.

Because when done well, CSR does more than create positive impact. It builds trust, strengthens resilience, and can open doors to new business opportunities.

Curious how CSR can become a growth strategy rather than a cost centre? Read the full blog here 👉🏼🔗: https://globallycool.nl/2026/05/26/people-planet-profit-csr-a-strategic-business-decision/

02/06/2026

Sustainability reporting can feel overwhelming, but many of the biggest challenges are actually avoidable. If you want to make your reporting more efficient, here are four common pitfalls to avoid and how to handle them instead:

✅ Don't try to report on everything.
Trying to track every possible metric at once leads to burnout. Focus only on the specific issues that actually matter to your business and your industry.

✅ Define your KPIs early.
If you start collecting data without clear goals, you end up with too much irrelevant information. Pick your key performance indicators first so you know exactly what you need to track.

✅ Document as you go.
Don't wait until the end of the year to start gathering evidence. If you make it a regular habit to document your activities and data, you won't have to scramble when it's time to write the report.

✅ Don't treat communication as an afterthought.
Incorporate sustainability messaging into your business strategy from the beginning. It makes your reporting more honest and much easier to explain to your stakeholders.

At Globally Cool, we built our ESG Suite to solve these specific problems by connecting assessment, strategy, data, and content creation into one practical workflow. You can see how the workflow works here ➡️🔗 : https://globallycool.nl/esg-suite-demo

The complete toolkit for your sustainability journey Assess, strategize, report, and communicate your ESG performance seamlessly. Built on international ESG standards and industry best practices, our ESG Suite makes sustainability management simple, credible, and effective. ESG gap identification Id...

26/05/2026

Join us in wishing a very Happy Birthday to our one and only, Imkje Zwart! 🍦🎉
As our Administrative Assistant, Imkje is the glue that holds our day-to-day operations together and has been keeping us perfectly organized since 2017.

Cheers to you today, Imkje! May your year ahead be full of happiness, success, and minimal administrative chaos! 🥂✨