My leadership journey
My journey as a leadership consultant is deeply rooted in my own history. In my early twenties, I was suddenly thrust into a leadership role when we started our own company. As the company grew, I faced the challenge of leading teams, some of whom were older than me. Despite having a solid academic background, I faced a huge gap: I had learned a lot at university, but I had absolutely no knowledge of how to lead a company and its people.
Facing my limitations was a turning point. I began a journey to learn about leadership, a journey that continues today as I never stop learning. In my career in digital innovation and service design, I’ve seen many leadership styles, from great to poor. This range of styles has not only exposed me to the profound impact of effective leadership, but also to the distressing consequences that can ensue from a lack of vision, empathy, or competence.
From my own challenges, I’ve developed a passion for helping other leaders enhance their skills. I understand the isolation and pressure of leadership and want to support others facing similar issues. My aim is to not only cultivate better leaders but also to support individuals who can drive positive change in their teams, organizations, and the world.
In my coaching and training, I blend my personal experiences with proven academic methods to provide tailored solutions that make a real difference. I combine extensive practical experience with cutting-edge research from the academic world, as I also work as a professor at University of applied science in Munich and at MUC.DAI – Munich Center for digital science and artificial intelligence. This unique blend allows me to offer insights that are both deeply practical and academically sound.
I believe that true leadership comes from within. It’s about more than guiding teams; it’s about creating an environment where each person can grow and make their unique contribution.
If you are ready to take your leadership skills to the next level and create a culture of innovation and humanity in your organization, I look forward to accompanying you on this exciting journey.
Prof. Dr. Tina Weisser
What shaped me....
24.000 hours as an executive
24 years as an entrepreneur
competed in 55 triathlons
50.000 km traveled by bicycle
4.900 diapers changed
766 theoretical models studied
36.000 minutes meditated
written 18.800 post-its
learned new things 16.000 x
7.750 downward facing dogs
lived in 7 cities
Work
My expertise
Leadership is at the heart of my offerings, driving Organizational Change and sparking innovation in Digital Service Design, UX, and AI. Leadership drives progress and inspires excellence throughout the organization.
My programs are designed with a human-centered, leadership-focused approach, aimed at cultivating the critical leadership skills in today’s technology-driven marketplace. By focusing on leadership development, I provide personalized coaching and mentoring that is designed to not only unlock the potential within each leader but also to create ripple effects that enhance the capacity for Organizational Change and Digital Innovation.
Through this leadership-centric philosophy, I guide organizations to navigate the complexities of change, ensuring that leaders are equipped to empower their teams towards embracing digital innovations with agility and strategic foresight. My Leadership Development programs combine solid theory with practical application, tailored to real-world situations while promoting a human-centered and environmentally conscious approach.
Leadership is the core of my support, shaping all strategies and solutions to create an environment where Organizational Transformation and Digital Service Design can flourish. With authentic leaders who can handle uncertainties, this approach ensures businesses are ready for today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities.
My professional background
- 20 years in management, innovation consulting and leadership
- Entrepreneur and executive in a startup for 8 years
- Sold my startup successfully
- Professor for Service Design, UX, and Digital Leadership
- Leading a program at Munich Center for Digital Science and AI - MUC.DAI
- Teaching at the Munich University of Applied Sciences
- Ph.D. in Change Management & Digital Service Design
- University studies in Psychology, Design and Engineering (Architecture)
- Training in Systemic Organizational Consulting, Coaching, Leadership
- Certified as a Scrum Master, Service Design Master Trainer
Tina - your mediation of the workshop was really nice to observe. It was expert steering of the discussion without bias and intervention, Big thank you for what we achieved! Hope we get to work with each other in the future, and until then a great week ahead to you! ThanksDaria - Team lead Strategy Frankfurt
The last three months in the leadership lab were fantastic. I just got promoted to a new manager role and feel very well prepared. Thanks for guiding us through the Leadership Lab with your enthusiasm and sharing your personal experiences. Travis, Head of Service Design, Boston
Thank you for such a wonderful opportunity. I greatly appreciated the level of deep introspection that you asked from us and I can already see such a difference in how I collaborate with my teams. Wishing you the very best and saying thank you again for the fantastic leadership lab.Kaija, Tech Lead Helsinki
I appreciate that I now have a set of materials to take with me and pull from as I encounter different experiences and grow in my career! - honestly the variety of impulses was one of the most beneficial parts. I especially found the leading myself cockpit and session amazing. I've learned so much.....thanks Tina for your positive energy and support!Pelle, Head of Innovation Uppsala
Thank you so much for this whole journey with you. I'm sure we all can see that you've put in your heart and soul. Yes, and the program is so detailed and clear, despite the complexity of the topic. Thank you so much for this. Amita, Design-lead India
“Finding the center of strength within ourselves is in the long run the best contribution we can make to our fellow men.”
- Rollo May
Writings
Food for Thought
19. Juni 2024
The Impact of Emotions and Neuroscience on Leadership
The care circuit is one of my favourite concepts, it has been developed by several neuroscientists. In this post we dive into Dr. Jaak Panksepp's insights from neuroscience and…
19. März 2024
The Ten „Leading Tech“ Principles
I am a fan of Ray Dalio's principles about work and life. I remember when I first picked up his book and from page one loved his wisdom. The wisdom distilled in those pages…
28. Oktober 2024
What If Aristotle Were Your CEO?
When I was younger and struggling through philosophy class, I never would have guessed I’d grow to appreciate ancient wisdom. But today, I find insights in those age-old ideas…
25. September 2024
Why Belonging Matters: Building Teams that Thrive
I’ve seen firsthand how a sense of belonging can transform not only team dynamics but also individual resilience. In this article, I explore Geoffrey Cohen's research, showing how…
14. August 2024
The Leadership Paradox: Ferocious Will Meets Humble Resolve
Authentic leadership isn’t just about being strong—it’s about finding the balance between determination and humility. In this article, I share what sets truly exceptional leaders…
24. Juli 2024
The Lifebuoy of Leadership
People often ask me why leadership seems so challenging. I’m quite visual, so I often use simple metaphors to understand and explain things. This morning, while thinking about how…
15. Juli 2024
Leadership in the Light of Neuroscience
I find the impact of neuroscience on modern leadership concepts particularly fascinating. A great example is the SCARF model by David Rock, which explains social needs and their…
5. Juli 2024
How to embrace the art of being led
Why do some leaders thrive while others struggle? In my experience, one of the secrets lies in mastering the art of being led, which provides profound insights into becoming a…
28. Juni 2024
Make the difference: Tap into the Power from Within
Power radiates and fascinates. In this article, I delve into how leaders can navigate these dynamics effectively to foster a healthier, more productive workplace.
21. Juni 2024
Power almost always corrupts
Do you know the Cookie-Monster study? The Power Paradox is a concept developed by psychology professor Dacher Keltner, which explores the idea that the very qualities that help…
20. Juni 2024
The Art of Patience in AI: Lessons from Vincent Van Gogh
“Great things are not done by impulse, but by a series of small things brought together." – Vincent Van Gogh. The appeal of quick results in AI development can be overwhelming,…
"Becoming a leader is synonymous with becoming yourself. It’s precisely that simple, and it’s also that difficult”
- Warren Bennis
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