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Nov 2024
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How to Balance High Performance and Empl...

CHRIS RAINEY
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In today’s episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we welcome Victoria Klug, HR Director Eastern Europe at Beiersdorf.

Victoria discusses her experience transitioning from industrial technology to the FMCG industry and the exciting transformation Beiersdorf is undergoing.

She shares insights on balancing performance and care, developing a culture of empathy and courage, and leading impactful sustainability initiatives. Victoria also explains how Beiersdorf’s “Win with Care” strategy shapes their people and business roadmap, emphasizing the importance of sustainable, people-centered leadership.


🎓 In This Episode, Victoria Discusses:

  1. Creating a sustainable and inclusive workplace.
  2. Beiersdorf’s “Win with Care” strategy drives impact.
  3. The need for courageous yet empathetic leadership.
  4. Balancing high performance with empathy for team well-being.

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