Roderick delivers sharp behavioural insights, rebellious realism, and thought-provoking questions such as: \u201cWhy do smart people do dumb things?\u201d, \u201cWithout a focus on behavior, won\u2019t your ambition end up in the trash?\u201d, or \u201cYou want ownership? Do you even know what you\u2019re talking about?\u201d<\/p>\n
As a speaker, he challenges leaders, teams, and organizations to face reality. He shows why strategies and ambitions so often fail. Not because the plans aren\u2019t good, but because the behavior of those who need to execute on them don\u2019t follow. He explains why the right understanding of behavior is what finally drives real movement and sets you up for success. No micromanagement, no firefighting, but genuine behavioural change from within.<\/p>\n
EVERYTHING is behavior<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
With a solid background in organizational psychology, Roderick is co-founder of Behavior Boost and spent years as a strategic program manager in complex cultural and behavioural change programs. This unique combination makes him a speaker who not only knows the theory, but also understands what really happens beneath the surface. He uncovers blind spots, reveals hidden behavioural patterns, and shows how to move people without pushing or pulling.<\/p>\n
His style? Energetic, outspoken, with humor, a bit of self-irony and a touch of rebellious behavior. Never dry theory, but psychological insights that stick. No management jargon or the latest neuro-buzzword, but stories that resonate, makes you understand and leave a lasting impact.<\/p>\n
Roderick is also the host of the podcast \u201cGedrag van Alledag\u201d and author of the book \u201cTeamability\u201d (written in collaboration with the Dutch Special Forces). He has worked with leaders and professionals across both business and government.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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