Megagedreven

Megagedreven is a Dutch term formed from meg-, meaning very or extremely, and gedreven, meaning driven. It is used to describe a person, team, or organization with exceptionally high motivation, commitment, and initiative.

The term is informal and not part of standard dictionaries, but it has gained traction in contemporary Dutch language, especially in business, startup culture, media coverage of entrepreneurship, and corporate recruitment language. It conveys a sense of intense work ethic and proactive engagement.

A note of caution: while generally positive, megagedreven can imply high expectations and may blur boundaries between dedication and overcommitment. In some contexts it can carry pressure on colleagues or raise concerns about burnout if used without nuance.

Related concepts include gedrevenheid (drive or motivation), ambitie (ambition), and toewijding (dedication). The term is often used in marketing, HR, and leadership discourse to characterize organizational culture or individual attitude.

Example usage can be found in contemporary Dutch writing about work culture: for instance, describing a team as megagedreven communicates a strong, proactive stance, but it also invites consideration of sustainable work practices and boundaries.