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🏁 Reflecting on my incredible experience at the 2023 Singapore Grand Prix! 🏎️ Attending the Grand Prix was not just a thrilling race weekend, but also an amazing opportunity to gain valuable insights into building high-performance teams. 🚀 Here's what I learned from the world of Formula 1 that can be applied to any team striving for excellence: 1️⃣ Precision and Planning: The meticulous planning and precision that goes into every aspect of a Formula 1 race is awe-inspiring. High-performance teams need clear goals, a well-thought-out strategy, and attention to detail to succeed. 2️⃣ Continuous Improvement: Formula 1 teams constantly analyse data, tweak their strategies, and innovate to stay ahead. Similarly, in business, we must embrace a culture of continuous improvement to adapt to changing conditions and stay competitive. 3️⃣ Effective Communication: Clear and concise communication is critical in racing, where split-second decisions can make or break a race. The same applies to high-performance teams – open, effective communication is key to success. 4️⃣ Diversity and Collaboration: Formula 1 teams comprise individuals with diverse skills and backgrounds working together seamlessly. High-performance teams thrive on collaboration and harnessing the unique strengths of each team member. 5️⃣ Resilience: The unpredictable nature of racing teaches us the importance of resilience. High-performance teams must bounce back from setbacks and keep pushing forward, just like the racers on the track. 6️⃣ Data-Driven Decision-Making: Formula 1 relies heavily on data to make informed decisions. High-performance teams should leverage data to drive their strategies and measure their progress toward their goals. Attending the Grand Prix was an eye-opening experience that reinforced the principles of teamwork, dedication, and innovation. I'm excited to bring these lessons back to my professional life and continue striving for high-performance excellence. 🌟 A special thank you to my mate Georgia Murch and her son Jackson, who made this experience possible and introduced me to the world of F1! 🙌 #HighPerformanceTeams #SingaporeGP #Formula1 #Teamwork

What is the No.1 lesson we can learn from F1? Even failures have an upside if they are framed as an opportunity to learn.   Over the years, I’ve had the privilege to work with several F1 drivers and teams.   One characteristic of this highly competitive world has always stood out to me.   The pace of innovation is a crucial source of competitive advantage.   But in a typical F1 research & development cycle, the failure rate is ~97 per cent!   How can you transform this statistic into an opportunity for growth? When Lewis Hamilton broke a winless drought this weekend with a victory at Silverstone, I was reminded of a quote from Toto Wolff, Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team Principal. “We don’t blame people, but we are brutally honest in assessing the problem and trying to solve it”. I think we could all benefit from this perspective, whether we’re on the track or in a home office: Isolate the problem, not the person.   This approach will:   • Foster psychological safety, as the team sees failure as an opportunity to learn. • Start to build a culture that is open to doing things differently. • Deliberately generate uncertain outcomes with large upside potential while limiting the downside.   ❓Can you think of any other lessons we can apply from (motor)sport to life and work?   #wellbeing #performance #leadership ------   I'm James, a speaker & scientist who equips knowledge workers with science-based tools to improve their wellbeing & performance.   Like this post? Want to see more?   🔔 Ring the bell on my profile 🔝 Connect with me 📰 💥 Subscribe to my newsletter (link in profile)

🏁 Unlocking Business Success: Pitstop Lessons from the F1 Race 🏎️ Singapore is abuzz with racing fever this weekend. Amidst all the activity and noise, it's the littlest details that we can usually get the most insights from. Did you know the race may not actually be lost on the track? Pitstops are where the smallest margins can make the biggest difference. I find intriguing parallels between these high-pressure moments on the track and the world of business. 🔧 Precision and Teamwork An F1 pitstop demands precision and seamless teamwork. Every second counts, and there's no room for error. Pit crews exemplify the essence of teamwork. Each crew member has a specific role, whether changing tires, refuelling, or adjusting aerodynamics. Similarly, in business, defining clear roles and fostering collaboration is crucial. ⏱ Speed Matters In the pitlane, seconds lost can cost a race. In the business world, speed is often a competitive advantage. Rapid decision-making, efficient processes, and adaptability to market shifts can mean the difference between staying ahead or falling behind. 🌐 Adaptability and Agility Navigating the demanding Singapore street circuit requires pit crews to adapt swiftly to changing circumstances. Leaders face similar challenges, where the ability to adapt and pivot quickly can make the difference between success and failure. 📈 Continuous Improvement: Every race, teams analyse pitstop data to improve their performance. They then implement changes to shave off precious seconds. Similarly, businesses should embrace a culture of continuous improvement, learning from both successes and setbacks to stay competitive. 🤝 Resilience The challenging street circuit can bring unexpected incidents, and pit crews must demonstrate resilience. They quickly learn from their mistakes, adapt their approaches, and return stronger. We too must accept failures as learning opportunities and then foster a culture of resilience. 🏆 The Podium Finish Ultimately, in both racing and business, the goal is the podium finish. As leaders, let's take inspiration from the high-speed world of Formula 1 and apply these lessons to steer our organisations toward success. 🏁💼 #BusinessLeadership #Formula1 #Pitstops #LeadershipLessons #SuccessStrategies #ThoughtLeadership #BusinessLessons #SingaporeF1Race #Excellence

🏁 Formula One: Behind the Scenes 🏎️ As a project manager, I've had the opportunity to oversee some incredible events in my career. But attending the Formula One Albert Park Melbourne was an experience like no other. The level of coordination and attention to detail that goes into creating such a breathtaking event is simply mind-blowing! 🤯 From the moment I stepped foot into the venue, I found myself constantly marveling at the sheer magnitude of the operation. Every aspect, from the track layout to the hospitality areas, were meticulously planned and executed. It truly showcased the genius behind project management coordination. If you want a glimpse of the magic that happens behind the scenes, check out this incredible video: https://lnkd.in/gH9_79A6 Trust me, it's worth every second of your time! What struck me the most was how every tiny element was taken into consideration. The precision in setting up the pit lanes, the flawless integration of the technology, and the synchronisation of the teams — it was a symphony of coordination, expertise, and passion. #FormulaOne #ProjectManagement #Coordination #BehindTheScenes #AttentionToDetail #bbusinessinnovations

Training and Aligning to push the boundaries in 2024 We, the Porsche Consutling coreteam for the Maritime OEMs/ Supplier industry held our yearly kickoff workshop during our Porsche Consulting Training week. What a great team: Michael Schilling, Tobias Zikofsky, Philipp Hesse, Torge Fassmer. We engaged in fruitful discussions ... … reviewing and reflecting the year 2023 … setting sails for 2024 … enhancing our vision of “SMART, LEAN and Green shipbuilding” as our northstar for a competitive maritime ecosystem We are looking forward for a great year 2024, putting the maritime ecosystem in the center of our actions and guide our customers to sustainable success!  #Maritime #shipbuilding #shipbuilding of the future  

I wanted to share a recent experience that made me reflect on the valuable lessons leaders can learn from handling mistakes and setbacks. Last week, I took some time off and attended the Formula 1 race weekend in Austin, Texas. After the race concluded, I was surprised to learn that seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton had been disqualified after finishing second place. They had an issue with the car that didn't meet the rules during the post-race inspection. What struck me most about this incident was Lewis Hamilton's response and his exemplary approach to the situation. Instead of blaming the team or dwelling on the disqualification, Lewis Hamilton displayed the qualities of a leader. He recognized the collective effort of the entire team that had brought them to where they were rather than focusing on the specific technical rule they failed to meet during the inspection. He also emphasized looking forward and learning from the team's progress. In his own words, Hamilton said, "We can be happy with many things. I feel positive as we’re moving forward, even if reflecting on it we could have possibly won today. It is of course disappointing to be disqualified post-race but that doesn’t rake away from the progress we’ve made this weekend." As a leader and a coach, I believe there is much we can learn from this event. While it's natural to feel disappointment when faced with setbacks, it's crucial that we maintain a forward-looking perspective. Rather than dwelling on mistakes, focus on what we can learn from them and how we can continue moving forward. In our journey, it's essential that we acknowledge the collective efforts of our team, just as Lewis Hamilton did, and strive to foster an environment where learning and growth are at the forefront of our endeavors. Let's keep in mind the valuable lesson Lewis Hamilton's response teaches us as we face our own challenges and setbacks in the future. Embrace each experience as an opportunity to learn and improve and keep moving forward towards your goals.

🏁🏎️ Formula Student Germany competition - this international engineering competition is not only about the race results of self-constructed and self-built cars – whether gasoline-powered or electric. Some cars even drive autonomously, without a driver, to earn extra points. Ultimately, the overall performance in design, financial planning, and sales strategy counts. 🧠 Adolf Würth GmbH & Co. KG was one of the main sponsors of the competition. Through a strategic partnership with the organizers of Formula Student Germany until 2025, the foundation for supporting future competitions has already been laid. ⚡ Moreover, Würth Elektronik eiSos GmbH & Co. KG has been closely connected to the Formula Student world for a long time and supported 33 of the 50 participating German Formula Student teams this year during their entire development process. 📈 At a joint booth, students were provided with essential consumables, spare parts, and tools. This included insulation tapes, brake cleaners, gloves, as well as inductors, connectors, and EMC materials. 🙌 #FSG #würthelektronik #hockenheimring #partnership #creatingtogether