Hi, I’m Job
I’m a Belgian, living in Cape Town. As chief customer officer for WooCommerce, I help people successfully sell online.
On my personal website, I mostly write about leadership and tech. I also share some of my photography.
Photography
I began shooting on a Canon 550D in 2010. Over the years I’ve tried a bit of everything, but with my Canon RP and a 28mm lens, I keep gravitating toward travel and street — the stories that pull me in. These are my latest photo journals.
Blog
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1–2 minutesIdentity in design
Belgium’s away shirts for major tournaments have creatively drawn inspiration from the country’s identity over the past decade. Designs included influences from road cycling, Tomorrowland, Tintin, and René Magritte. While some past designs have faltered, these shirts have fostered national pride amidst Belgium’s complex history.
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There’s no brand loyalty
So, a brand manager was puzzled by why folks mix and match brands while exercising. I’ve run my second marathon and realised comfort trumps brand loyalty. I wear what…
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I made an app
So, even though I’m no developer, I was blown away by how AI tools can help. As a runner, I was tired of constantly checking shoe prices, so I…
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Museum connections
So, the CEO at Automattic suggested a museum visit, and I took my kids to the National Gallery in Cape Town. We tried a fun guessing game about each…
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Constructive rejections
In a large team, when vacancies arise, I respond to all applicants with constructive feedback. Instead of vague rejections, I focus on areas for improvement and emphasize growth opportunities.…