Why is pioneering new ways important for you?
Letting go of the old and opening up to the new seems like a risk – until we dare to take the step and experience the possibilities that appear before us. Four GF employees talk about how the pioneering spirit enriches their lives.
Anna Deréky:
“To break new ground, we need the mindset to think big. What is needed for a sustainable, equitable and cooperative future? The starting point is the present. How do we work today, who are the winners or losers, are we satisfied with the existing situation? Instead of settling for compromises, we can change direction and drive innovation to overcome existing bottlenecks. ”
Adrian Burlacu:
“Starting to work at GF was the beginning of something new and amazing for me. It gave me the opportunity to break free of norms and explore new horizons involving innovation, creativity and mental fortitude. This spirit drives me to look beyond the ordinary and brings out the best in me. It really makes me think outside the box, helping me to find innovative approaches.”
Wen Peng:
“A pioneering spirit is the way to cope with our changing world. It can keep my thinking in synch with it, make me more confident and open, and improve my work efficiency. Based on the legacy of existing GF technology, breaking new ground can differentiate our products from those of our competitors, improve their competitiveness, and better meet our customers’ requirements.”
Margot Pennewaerde:
“In any job, it is important to stay curious and eager to learn. I don’t want to get stuck, but to keep improving. We should always try out new things to find ways to work better and more efficiently. And it’s also just more fun this way, because being in an evolving environment keeps you on your toes. ”
Read the other Spotlight articles here:
Spotlight | Cover Story
Breaking new ground
Pioneering spirit has inspired GF since 1802.The Spotlight story tells some of the stories of how our employees and their innovative teams are leading GF into the future today and what pioneering feats the company has performed in the past.
Spotlight | Insider’s View
“Take a leap of faith”
When you think of a pioneer, it doesn’t get much better than someone who set out alone to ski to the South Pole. Anja Blacha, a 32-year-old expeditioner, philosopher and speaker, talks in an interview about what it means to test limits.
Spotlight | CEO Corner
Embracing GF‘s pioneering spirit
CEO Andreas Müller talks about the special “culture of empowerment” at GF and the importance of venturing into the unknown with courage and an optimistic mindset.
Spotlight | Infographic
A tradition of daring
GF founder Johann Conrad Fischer was the company’s first pioneer. His curiosity lives on in people who continue to develop clever ideas. Our infographic introduces a few of them.