Current Time in Enschede
Best time to meet with Dutch people
| Time (local time) | 5-point scale | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00-9:00 | Not suitable for focused meetings as it overlaps with work preparation and commuting time. | |
| 9:00-11:00 | This is the time just after the start of work, when concentration is high and attendance rates are high. | |
| 11:00-13:00 | Morning work is over, so you can approach the meeting with relative ease. | |
| 13:00-15:00 | You tend to feel sleepy after lunch, and your productivity tends to drop slightly. | |
| 15:00-17:00 | Work is calm and it's easy to concentrate. It's unlikely to conflict with evening plans. | |
| 17:00-19:00 | Close to outside working hours, and likely to overlap with family and private plans. | |
| 19:00-21:00 | Private time, and people tend to avoid attending meetings. | |
| 21:00-23:00 | Completely private time, and inappropriate time for meetings. |
The most recommended time is "9:00-11:00"
9:00-11:00 is the most suitable time for meetings in the business scene in the Netherlands. This time is right after the start of work in many workplaces, and participants are most focused. In the Netherlands in particular, a culture that emphasizes work-life balance is deeply rooted, and meetings are expected to proceed efficiently during working hours. Therefore, schedules are relatively flexible in the early morning, and delays and conflicts with other work tend to be less likely to occur. In addition, external contacts and interactions with clients are often conducted in the morning, so if you schedule a meeting during this time, you can immediately proceed with the necessary measures after the meeting. This is a particularly good time for meetings that require decision-making or brainstorming, as participants' energy is still high and their thinking is sharp. If you want to have an efficient and productive discussion, we strongly recommend choosing the time between 9:00 and 11:00.