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Our GROWTH Principles

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The principles that drive our GROWTH

Everything we do reflects who we are and what we stand for. The way we work is shaped by our mindset, our behaviour and our values. That foundation comes together in our GROWTH principles.

GROWTH isn’t just an acronym. It captures the essence of our culture: practical, entrepreneurial and people-focused. It shows how we take initiative, move forward together and build trust. It helps us stay clear and purposeful, while remaining flexible enough to adapt and continue growing.

These values connect all our teams and disciplines. They give direction, help us move forward consciously and ensure that we grow in a way that creates lasting value, for our clients, our colleagues and society.

The values behind GROWTH

  1. 1.

    Get it done

  2. 2.

    Responsibility and ownership

  3. 3.

    Optimism and energy

  4. 4.

    Winning through simplicity

  5. 5.

    Trust and teamwork

  6. 6.

    Harnessing structure

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Get it done

Practical, flexible and results-driven 

Action is a key part of our culture. Of course, we think things through and make plans, but we value excellent execution just as much. This principle isn’t only about completing tasks, it’s about achieving results with precision, ensuring every action aligns with our strategic goals. It reflects both our drive and the discipline we bring to our work. 

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Responsibility and ownership 

Take initiative, ask for help and stay motivated 

Responsibility runs deep in our DNA. Everyone at Normec is trusted and encouraged to take initiative. We feel accountable for our contribution and for the result we achieve together. This mindset creates strong engagement and a real sense of ownership across the team. 

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Optimism and energy 

Stay positive, keep going and raise the bar 

Optimism and energy fuel our organisation. We see challenges as opportunities and work to turn ambition into tangible results. With our positive attitude and collective resilience, we move forward with confidence and determination, even when things get complex. 

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Winning through simplicity

Focus, clarity and efficiency 

We believe simplicity creates space. By reducing complexity and keeping our goals sharp, we can fully focus on what truly matters. This clarity helps us move faster and make meaningful impact, always in line with our vision. 

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Trust and teamwork 

Respect, honesty and trust 

Trust and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a culture where people respect each other, communicate openly and act ethically. Our success is always a team effort, and by placing integrity at the centre, we strengthen the work we do together. 

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Harnessing structure 

Plan, adapt and create clarity 

Clear structure and good alignment make us stronger. They support our strategy and enable straightforward communication and effective decision-making. By planning smartly, while staying flexible, we can respond to sector developments and meet our clients’ needs. 

Insights from Lotty, CHRO at Normec 

People make the difference. That’s why we’re proud that Schelstraete Delacourt highlighted the leadership perspective of our Chief Human Resources Officer, Lotty Willemsen-Tijhaar, in an episode of #LeadersMakeTheDifference. 

Discover how leadership at Normec is all about building strong teams, setting clear priorities and creating room to grow. 

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