Creating a culture with purpose’

Sarah Black-Smith is the General Manager of Siemens. Having worked for siemens since graduating in 2004 I was keen to understand the journey she has been on in the business.

This was a brilliant insight into exactly how one of the UK’s most established businesses operates. 

You will learn so much about the culture they have created, and exactly how you can utilise this in your own company.

Sarah shares her experiences and insights on how the role of a manager has changed over time and the expectations and challenges that come with new roles and industries. She also discusses the importance of setting a vision for the company, creating the right culture, and making a positive change in a business. Additionally, Sarah talks about her background, the motivations of women in managerial roles, the impact of a manager's background on strategy, and her biggest influences. She also provides advice on dealing with bad days and making career choices, and shares her thoughts on the changes in the manufacturing industry in recent years.

Timestamps:

• 2 min - How the role of the manager has changed over time
• 5 min - Sarah’s background
• 10 min - Women in managerial roles & their motivation
• 16 min - The expectations and challenges when facing a new role/industry
• 19 min - On reflection and achieving milestones
• 21 min - Does strategy vary depending on the manager’s background?
• 23 min - Sarah’s biggest influences 
• 25 min - The culture in Siemens - leadership principles
• 30 min - Business mindset: Starting with the WHY 
• 32 min - Advice on making a positive change in a business
• 38 min - Career choices: Moving on or staying 
• 41 min - How important is setting a vision for the company?
• 42 min - How to deal with bad days?
• 44 min - Changes in the manufacturing industry in the last 2 years
• 49 min - Additional thoughts about creating the right culture in a company
• 51 min - Advice to your younger self: a manager's take