Backbone Podcast with CEO of Fortec
AG Mr. Urlich Ermel- FORTEC Group
In this interview on the Backbone podcast, Mr Ermel reflected on what it truly takes to transition from a founder to a CEO. The reality of leadership isn't just about strategy—it's about empathy, transparency, and the resilience to push through when things get difficult.
Key takeaways from this conversation:
- The "System" is Key: A business shouldn't rely on one person. Your goal as a leader is to build a system that functions independently of you.
- Delegation requires trust: You will be disappointed sometimes, but you’ll be rewarded more often. Trusting your team is the only way to scale responsibility.
- Transformation: You can't force everyone to come along on a transformation journey, but you can lead with transparency and empathy, meeting people where they are.
Moving beyond "German pessimism" in business.
There’s a narrative in Germany that emphasizes what's going wrong rather than what
we can do to fix it. In this discussion on the Backbone podcast, Mr. Ermel shared why
he believes that we need a shift in mindset: from complaining to doing.