Change Signal

You don’t need 99% of change management models: Pim de Morree

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Feb 12, 2025
Pim de Morree, co-founder of Corporate Rebels, champions a radical shift in change management by prioritizing people over outdated models. He discusses how transformative processes can flourish through employee voting and participation, rather than top-down mandates. Pim emphasizes the importance of addressing the human side of transformations, likening it to 'group therapy' for teams. This approach has resulted in enhanced productivity and engagement. Ultimately, he argues for a thoughtful, experimental mindset that values connection as much as process.
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ANECDOTE

80% Vote

  • Pim de Morree's company, Cresos, requires an 80% employee vote before acquiring a company.
  • This ensures buy-in for their radical self-management transformation.
ADVICE

Offer a Better Alternative

  • Provide a clear, better alternative to the status quo during transformations.
  • Focus on autonomy, responsibility, and shared success to incentivize change.
INSIGHT

Human Transformation Is Hard

  • Structural changes in an organization are easier than the human side of transformation.
  • Personal growth and adaptation to new systems require deep self-reflection and team discussions.
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