SMP LeaderTalks

#147 | Leadership: What Really Matters

SMP LeaderTalks

27. May 2026

Georgiy Michailov meets Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Jenewein

About puppeteers, change management, and CrossFit.

0 h 54 Min

“There are more bad leaders than good ones.”

Leadership is one of the most discussed topics in business and, at the same time, one of the most misunderstood. Many companies invest billions in transformations, new technologies, and change initiatives. Yet changes often fail not because of strategies or processes, but due to psychological factors: fear, a lack of direction, and a lack of openness. Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Jenewein explores this issue in depth.

“Good leadership means empowering people to achieve results that exceed their own expectations.”

Jenewein is one of the most renowned leadership experts in the German-speaking world. The former professor at the University of St. Gallen coaches international top managers, elite athletes, and world-class athletes. In conversation with Georgiy Michailov, he discusses transformational leadership, psychological safety, and the challenges facing modern organizations. He also explains why companies need more expedition leaders, the importance of purpose, and how he managed to rank among the top 30 CrossFit athletes worldwide in his age group. 

*Video only in German

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