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Why the best data experts won't work in your hierarchical organisation

4 February 2025 by
Why the best data experts won't work in your hierarchical organisation
Anton de Nijs

You know what truly sets BrainStax apart? We only have the absolute best in data. We're not talking about good professionals here — we're talking about cum laude graduates who rank among the top in their field. But that's just the beginning of our story.

The real difference? Freedom!


 You know what truly makes the difference? We've created an environment where these brilliant minds can genuinely thrive. No rigid 9-to-5 mentality. No managers looking over your shoulder. Instead, we're a holacracy: a self-managing organisation without management layers. Here, everyone is responsible for their own work. Expertise and professionalism are fully leveraged.

What happens when you give real freedom?


What happens when you give top data specialists genuine freedom? When they can work without managers constantly telling them what to do? Then you see what real autonomy does:

  • Complex data challenges suddenly become opportunities
  • Projects accelerate like a rocket
  • Procedures give way to results
  • Teams can finally reach their full potential

The simple formula for success

It's actually a very simple formula: Academic excellence + workplace freedom + self-management = exceptional results

No unnecessary rules. No management layers. No limitations. Just the best people, working in the best way they know how.

"But does that really work?"

Absolutely! We see it happen every day. Our data experts come up with solutions that traditional organisations can only dream of. Why? Because they have the freedom to experiment, to innovate, and to fully deploy their expertise.

What does this mean for you?

Are you a Data Engineer or Data Scientist who feels addressed right now? Who's thinking: "This is exactly what I've been looking for!"? Or are you a decision-maker wondering what this approach could mean for your organisation?

The next step

We'd love to talk! Whether you're:

  • A top talent looking for real freedom
  • An organisation wanting to know how to truly let data specialists excel
  • Simply curious about how we do things differently

At BrainStax, we believe the future of work revolves around freedom, trust, and responsibility. No hierarchy, no micromanagement — just pure focus on what truly matters: results.

Ready to experience the difference? Get in touch and discover how we can help you realise your data ambitions!

Or take a look at our vacancies! Careers

Why the best data experts won't work in your hierarchical organisation
Anton de Nijs 4 February 2025
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