Podcast with Caroline Schlienkamp: the core of new work

It discusses how family values and upbringing have a profound influence on career decisions and personal development. The importance of self-reflection and coming to terms with one's own values and influences is emphasised.

The value of empathy and the ability to put oneself in other people's shoes, especially in professional contexts, is emphasised. The importance of looking behind people's behaviour and clarifying misunderstandings empathically is discussed.

Various educational and career paths are discussed, including the choice between studying and training. The realisation is shared that there are many paths to success and that the decision should be made on an individual basis.

The need to tackle complex problems as a team of experts with different perspectives is emphasised. The discussion emphasises that no single person can have all the answers.

The importance of a safe and supportive working environment where employees can speak freely and contribute ideas is emphasised. It is explained that psychological safety is essential for promoting innovation and open communication.

Despite the possibilities of digital collaboration, the value of personal encounters and working together in the office for creativity and chance, important encounters is emphasised.

An optimistic view of the role of AI in the world of work is shared, with reference to the need to organise its use sensibly and keep it manageable.

The importance of a decentralised corporate structure for promoting innovation and sharing best practices is discussed. This emphasises how important it is to cultivate a culture of trust and initiative in order to be successful in a global context.