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What will change for you as a temporary worker in 2026?

A new year often means new rules and adjusted amounts that affect your income and daily expenses. In 2026, there will be a number of changes again. Think, for example, of the minimum wage, allowances, and the cost of groceries. In this article, we list the most important changes for you. This way, you know where you stand and are less likely to be faced with surprises.

Free mental health support for temporary workers via OpenUp

Everyone feels stressed, uncertain, or tired sometimes. That's perfectly normal. But sometimes those feelings linger. In that case, it can be helpful to talk to someone or get some tips. That's why Doorzaam is launching a pilot project together with OpenUp. OpenUp provides online help for your mental health. It's easy, fast, anonymous, and available in your own language.

Happy New Year! How to turn your New Year's resolutions into achievable steps in 2026

The new year has begun. Perhaps you have made some resolutions. Or perhaps you haven't, because it sometimes feels like you have to change everything at once. Exercising more, eating healthier, saving money, reducing stress, or taking a new step. That can be quite a lot. The good news is that you don't have to go overboard. Small goals are what keep you motivated and help you experience success. In this article, we'll show you how to make your goals for 2026 small, achievable, and within reach, and why it's important to celebrate your successes. But first of all: Happy New Year!

How can you enjoy a relaxing and affordable holiday season?

December is a fun month, but it can also be busy and expensive. Gifts, food, outings, and higher energy costs can quickly add up to extra expenses. In addition, family visits and outings can feel stressful. Fortunately, with a few smart choices, you can keep this month fun and affordable. In this article, you will find practical tips to help you keep control of your money and feel good during this busy time.

Sick from stress: what can you do to stay healthy?

Last September, more workers reported sick than in previous years. This is shown by figures from Arboned and HumanCapitalCare. Especially the number of people who stay home sick for longer periods of time is increasing. The main cause of this is stress. Stress is something everyone has from time to time, but if it lasts too long, it can cause you to drop out. This is also common among temporary workers. In this article you will read why stress is increasing, what you can do about it and how Lone can help you stay healthy at work.

Week of Work Happiness: here's how you tackle it

This week is the Week of Work Happiness (October 6 to 10). All over the Netherlands there is extra attention for pleasure and happiness at work. Because happiness at work is not only about your salary or your hours, but especially about how you feel during your working day. Whether you work in healthcare, construction, warehousing or behind a desk: if you can do your job with a good feeling, it makes a big difference.

Here's how to stay vital at work

Next week is National Vitality Week. During this week there is extra attention to health, energy and job satisfaction throughout the Netherlands. This is also important for you as a temporary worker. Because those who take good care of themselves have more energy, feel better and enjoy working. But what does vitality actually mean and how do you go about it?

Charge your battery before it runs out

That's how you'll get going after summer vacation with less stress and more energy. After summer vacation, everything suddenly seems to be "on" again. Work is busy again and maybe you have a lot to do at home, too. It feels like you immediately have to run again. But what if you handle the busyness differently? What if you learned how to keep your battery charged? Good news: you can! Doorzaam helps you do just that with the training 'Less stress, more energy'.

Managing money better? Find out what suits you

Do you ever struggle with your money matters? Or would you like to learn how to get a better grip on your spending? If so, you're not the only one. Many temps have questions about how best to manage their money. Fortunately, you don't have to do that alone. Doorzaam can help you. Through Doorzaam you can make use of free budget coaching. In this article you can read what Budget Coaching entails and what other steps you can take to become financially wiser.

How to stay fit on a physically demanding workday: 5 tips

You probably recognize it. Work is busy, you have a lot to do and at the end of the day you are completely exhausted. Because of your work, you hardly have time for your own health. Which leaves you with nothing to do after work. How do you deal with that?

To feel safe in the workplace

Working safely in the cold: how to stay warm

Do you work outside or in a cold environment? Then in winter you will have to deal with cold, wind, rain, or even frost and snow. Think of work in sectors such as construction, logistics, horticulture, industry, or transport. Working in the cold requires extra attention, because cold can affect your health, safety, and concentration. In this article, you can read about what to look out for when working in cold conditions, what the risks are, and what you can do to stay safe, healthy, and warm at work.

Safer at work: what you as a temporary worker can learn from the latest figures

In 2024, temporary workers were more often involved in workplace accidents than permanent employees. These accidents often resulted in injuries and sometimes had lasting consequences. This is evident from the latest Workplace Accident Monitor 2024 published by the Dutch Labor Inspectorate. That is why it is important that you know how to work safely and that you are well prepared for risks in the workplace. In this article, we explain what these figures mean and what steps you can take to reduce the risks.

How heavy can you lift? Calculate the maximum lifting weight at your workplace

Preventing symptoms from excessive lifting is important. But how do you know if you are lifting too heavy? Because in practice, this is still very common.

Working safely: Know your rights and duties

Whether you work in construction, a warehouse, healthcare or cleaning, working safely is always important. As a temporary worker, you have as much right to a safe workplace as permanent employees. But do you know what your rights and obligations are? And what you can do if you don't think something is safe? In this article we explain in a clear way what you need to know about health and safety rules, safety and how Doorzaam helps you to work safely. We also explain in an animation about your safety and what you can expect as a temporary worker.

Stay safe online: tips for temporary workers

We use the Internet every day. For work, to look up information or to keep in touch with others. As a temporary worker, you also arrange many things online. Think about reporting your hours or contacting your employment agency. This is convenient but also carries risks.

Working safely in the heat: this is how you stay cool!

During this period, it can get very hot to work. Both when you are working outside and inside in a warm room. It is important to take extra care of yourself when it is hot. In this article you will read tips on how to work safely in the heat.

How to recognize the signs of low literacy in colleagues

Low literacy is more common than you think. Some 3 million people in the Netherlands have difficulty reading and writing. This affects their social life and work. Yet many people try to hide this. But how can you still help these people?

Preventing a workplace accident

As a temporary worker, you can encounter all sorts of dangerous situations in the workplace. Fortunately, these are preventable! For example, with personal protective equipment and good communication.

What will change for you as a temporary worker in 2025?

2025 is a year full of change when it comes to work. Taxes are falling, the general tax credit is dropping and the minimum wage has gone up again. What will change for you?

2024: A year of growth for temporary workers

2024 was all about the health, development opportunities and safety of temporary workers. With the highlight perhaps being our new website specifically for temporary workers: A place where you can directly access our benefits and practical tips on healthy, safe and skilled working.

Self-development and personal growth

Watch: What compensation from Doorzaam means for these temporary workers

Read the personal stories of temporary workers here. Temporary workers who, with the help of Doorzaam's allowances, have taken steps in their work and development. In these stories, they explain what learning and growing means to them. Sometimes it's about new knowledge, sometimes it's about more self-confidence or new opportunities in the workplace. These are honest experiences from real life, which show that you can always continue to participate and look ahead. Meet our latest Doorzaam Heroes below and be inspired by their experiences and stories.

How Thys took his career a step further thanks to Doorzaam

Thys is a temporary worker and has enjoyed working as a truck driver for many years. He had wanted to obtain his CE driver's license for trucks for a long time. Thanks to the allowances provided by Doorzaam, he was able to take a training course and obtain his CE driver's license. This allowed Thys to take new steps in his career. We rode along with Thys for a while to hear how he experiences his work and growth.

2025: Continuing to grow together as a temporary worker

In 2025, health, development, and safety were once again key priorities for temporary workers. On our website, we shared practical information, inspiring stories, and tips to help you in your work and beyond. From widely read articles to the personal stories of the new Doorzaam Heroes, we would like to look back on the past year with you. We conclude 2025 with a brief review.

With the compensation from Doorzaam, Tony grew to become a foreman.

Tony works as a temporary employee on a large renovation project in Zeist. Thanks to Doorzaam, he was given the opportunity to continue developing himself and expand his professional knowledge. With the help of Doorzaam's reimbursements, he took several courses, including a VCA course. This helped him improve both professionally and personally. We visited Tony at the construction site to see how the courses are helping him in practice.

How Frank can continue to participate with help from Doorzaam

Frank thought he was done learning. But thanks to Lone, he found new confidence to continue. After years of working in communications, he followed his childhood dream and became a bus driver. With the help of Doorzaam's allowances, he took a course in "Strategic Communication Consulting. We rode a piece of the bus with Frank to hear his story.

Working in logistics: indispensable and full of opportunities

Packages, products and materials: without logistics, nothing gets to its destination. Logistics is all about cooperation, planning and handling. Whether you work in a warehouse, at a distribution center or on the road with a truck; logistics is the beating heart of our economy. Would you like to work in a varied job where no two days are the same? Then read on and find out if logistics suits you.

How Diana increased her technical knowledge with the help of Doorzaam

Diana works as a temp in engineering after previously working in insurance. A totally different world. This made it more difficult for her to solve technical problems. Through Doorzaam's allowances, she was able to take a training course to increase her technical knowledge. We visited Diana to hear how she now applies the knowledge in the workplace.

An interview with temporary worker James. A refugee from Ukraine

Recently we visited James' workshop. James had to flee to the Netherlands because of the war in Ukraine. Before that he studied in Kiev for his master's degree, but he could not complete it. This left him without a diploma. He didn't feel like sitting still and soon found himself at sorting company RSC Schiphol. There, partly thanks to Doorzaam, he obtained an mbo certificate.

How Marcel continues to develop in large green space with the help of Doorzaam

Marcel works as a temporary employee in large green space. Via Doorzaam he got the chance to develop himself further! Thanks to our allowances he successfully completed the courses 'Nature conservation' and 'Working safely on the road'. We visited him at work to see how he successfully puts his courses into practice.

Here's how the Scholingsvoucher helps you get ahead

Do you want to get more out of yourself at work? Or do you want to take a new direction, but are not sure where to start? Good news: with the Scholingsvoucher, temporary workers receive an allowance of up to €500 to follow a training or course of their choice. This not only increases your knowledge, but also your self-confidence and your chances on the labor market. Our research last year shows that more and more temporary workers are using the Scholingsvoucher and that it really makes a difference.

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