Empowerment –
We empower people
Good leadership does not show in how much control it exerts – but in how much responsibility it enables. We believe that people want to grow when they are trusted to contribute and to find their own ways. That is why we create an environment where trust is not a bonus, but the foundation.
For us, empowerment means leading with clarity while at the same time giving space: for initiative, for development, and for new ideas. We speak openly, give honest feedback, and support our teams with the aim of strengthening self-confidence and decision-making skills. Because those who understand what matters can also act with agency.
We promote personal responsibility without withdrawing. We rely on collaboration that encourages courage, not fear. And we create structures in which people not only perform but can also unfold their potential. This way, we foster a togetherness that strengthens, supports, and shapes the future.
“Empowerment is not a delegated task or a naive exercise in trust. It is the conscious creation of a framework in which people can develop their potential because they feel not only empowered but also responsible. Leadership means not demanding personal responsibility, but enabling it through clarity, competence development, and psychological security in such a way that it becomes a matter of course.”
Anke Uther
Head of IT
Empowerment
How we live it together:
We create psychological safety by enabling open expression, active listening, and respectful dissent.
We give and seek constructive feedback and make development steps concrete.
We provide scope for design and decision-making while defining clear guidelines.
We encourage bold ideas and calculated risk-taking and learn from mistakes instead of assigning blame.
We pay attention to healthy team dynamics, address trust-eroding behaviors, and take corrective action.
We make progress visible and celebrate successes so that accountability and ownership can grow.