The Scout’s Gift
The magic of seeing potential
Taal: Nederlands - ISBN: 9789465201306 - 93 pagina’s
€ 17,99
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Scouts are the unsung heroes behind game-changing discoveries. They don’t stand in the spotlight, but without them, the greatest talents, innovations, and breakthroughs might never be found. The Scout’s Gift takes you inside the world of those who see what others miss—football scouts spotting future legends like Robin van Persie, talent agents betting on Justin Bieber, and visionaries like Anna Wintour shaping fashion’s future.
More than just stories, this is a business book designed to sharpen your ability to recognize talent and opportunity faster. Whether you’re a leader, entrepreneur, scout, investor, or innovative professional, The Scout’s Gift provides a framework for identifying hidden potential. Through case studies and expert insights, you’ll learn how to combine intuition, data, and pattern recognition to make smarter decisions.
From venture capitalists funding billion-dollar startups to casting directors finding Hollywood’s next star, this book reveals how the best scouts stay ahead of the curve. Master these principles, and you’ll gain the skills to spot opportunity, uncover the next big thing, and turn vision into reality.
Over Giels Brouwer John van de Laar
Giels Brouwer, founder & CEO of Akela Hub, connects innovative leaders with groundbreaking startups to transform their businesses. Known for founding SciSports, where he revolutionized the way football scouting is done in the 21st century. Giels is passionate about using data to uncover game-changing companies and drive the future of innovation!
John van de Laar is a Dutch entrepreneur with extensive experience in international sports business. He is the CEO of Akela Nexus, a boutique firm specializing in innovation scouting, helping businesses identify and leverage emerging technologies. Previously, he was responsible for the accelerator program of IMEC.istart. As the co-founder and chairman of Orange Sports Forum, he plays a key role in promoting Dutch sports-related companies worldwide.
Giels & John share the passion of uncovering hidden Gems and dedicate this book to those who can see talent faster than others and dare to act.