Join host Sannah Vinding and special guest Michael Lotfy Gierges, Executive Vice President at Schneider Electric, as they dive into the transformative world of smart home technology, automation, and people-centric leadership. With over 20 years of experience in energy management, Michael shares his passion for sustainability, talent development, and leading a globally diverse team.

In this episode, you will discover:

• Impactful Innovation: Learn about Michael's journey in the electronics industry and his commitment to making a direct impact on humanity and the planet through energy solutions.
• Evolving Leadership Styles: Explore how Michael’s leadership style has evolved to prioritize empathy, humility, and high performance within his teams.
• Breaking Down Silos: Discover strategies for fostering cross-functional collaboration and overcoming organizational silos in a global company.
• Diversity as a Superpower: Understand the importance of diverse teams and how Schneider Electric leverages cultural and ethnic diversity to drive innovation and success.
• The Essence of Feedback: Gain insights into the structured and unstructured mechanisms Michael employs to solicit honest feedback and drive continuous improvement.
• Recognizing and Empowering Talent: Hear about the impactful ways Michael and his team recognize, celebrate, and empower talent within the organization.
• Balancing Professionalism and Personability: Learn how to create a compassionate yet high-performing work environment through a balance of empathy and professionalism.
• Advice for Aspiring Leaders: Get Michael’s valuable advice for new leaders, emphasizing humility, listening, and being bold in their approach to leadership.

Michael’s thoughtful approach to leadership and his dedication to fostering an inclusive and high-performing culture will provide you with actionable strategies to enhance your leadership and impact in the manufacturing industry.

Tune in to gain profound insights and elevate your leadership journey to new heights.

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