Driven to Lead Organizations Successfully Through Change

Walk the talk. Iris Flipsen, OPRG NL’s Head of People & Culture shares insights into how we put our proposition of “guiding change for growth” into practice, in our team and with our clients. 

In a world that is constantly changing, we help clients see, assess, and respond to trends and developments, and determine how we can turn these into business opportunities. At OPRG, our mission is clear: Guiding change for growth. We aim to bring about change for our clients.

We understand that the world and the work environment are dynamic and believe that people make the difference. Therefore, we provide our consultants with the right support, environment, and opportunities to work with a growth mindset and continuously develop themselves.

Collaboration in Diverse Teams

Working in diverse teams is an important success factor. Different personalities and backgrounds complement each other and lead to innovative solutions. In addition to forming a strong internal team, we also value a good match between personality and expertise in our client relationships.

Insight into Personality and Development with Facet5

To create complementary and diverse teams, we use Facet5 personality questionnaires. This scientifically based method is based on the personality model known as the ‘Big Five’. This model has been known since 1949 as a robust way of measuring personality, and several variations have been created since then. Facet5 is an adaptation focused on the work environment and provides valuable insights into someone’s motivations and work style.

In the final round of our selection process, we ask candidates to complete the Facet5 questionnaire. Both our coach and the Head of People & Culture are accredited to work with Facet5. The results are then discussed in a one-on-one conversation, where we delve deeper into certain elements to understand how someone can contribute to the culture of OPRG from within our team and with our clients.

Our Mission and Vision Integrated into Our Working Method

From our mission, Guiding change for growth, we focus on talent development. Instead of the classic hierarchical model where management is done by a manager, we offer support within our agency in a triangular structure:

The Facet5 profile provides valuable insights that can inform the personal development plan: Where are my strengths? Where do I want to develop further? How does my personality align with my role and specialization?

Additionally, Facet5 contributes to team dynamics. By organizing team sessions, we explore how different personalities respond to situations or each other’s behavior, which enhances collaboration.

Inclusion, Engagement, and High Performance as a Result

Our people-oriented approach creates a work environment where consultants are empowered and understand at a deeper level how to positively guide and manage change and growth. By focusing on both personal and professional development, we create sustainable impact – both within our team and with our clients.