22. Dr. Jörg Diesfeld, Group CFO of tesa SE – Leadership Edition

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Dr. Jörg Diesfeld, Group CFO of tesa SE – Leadership Edition

How does transformation succeed in tradition-rich companies?

Tradition is not a contradiction when it comes to transformation. And yet, pressure to innovate and established structures often clash. How can the balancing act between preservation and renewal be achieved? What is needed to ensure that transformation processes and necessary cultural change are not only planned but also lived? Podcast hosts Joy Edwin Thanarajah and Harald R. Fortmann discuss these questions with Dr. Jörg Diesfeld, Chief Finance Officer (CFO) of tesa SE. He looks at the role of managers, cultural change, the importance of artificial intelligence (AI), and employee commitment to the company's success. Dr. Jörg Diesfeld also shares his experiences from the transformation of tesa SE into an innovation house and emphasizes the importance of clarity and authenticity in leadership.

An Overview of the Contents of this Episode:

• Leaders must remain positive in challenging times
• Transformation requires a clear strategy and communication
• Cultural change is crucial for corporate success
• AI empowerment is an important step in digital transformation
• Employee engagement is crucial for change
• Authentic leadership promotes trust and stability
• Emotional intelligence is a key skill
• Adaptability and curiosity are important for young leaders
• There is no one go-to career path, but many possibilities

Further Links:

• Dr. Jörg Diesfeld on Linkedin
• teas Group website
• Harald R. Fortmann on Linkedin
• Joy Edwin Thanarajah on Linkedin
• Deininger website

About Suits & Sneakers

Suits & Sneakers is a podcast for decision-makers. In the leadership edition, Deininger CEO Joy Edwin Thanarajah and managing partner Harald R. Fortmann talk to leading personalities about topics such as new working environments, digitalization, the transformation of leadership and their long-standing experience in building and managing companies.

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About this podcast production

• The intro voice-over of the podcast was recorded by Chérine De Bruin.
• The Deininger podcast “Suits & Sneakers” is a TON.EINS production.