More Me, More Impact

Dr. Sigrid Nikutta and Dr. Tanja Wielgoß on Leadership That Provides Direction

Text by Kseniya Milner | Event Management

As part of a special edition of the traditional Q&A lunch with Dr. Sigrid Evelyn Nikutta, the discussion took place on June 22 at Galerie Mond, curated by Frieda Vogel. Under the title “More Me, More Impact—A Dialogue on Leadership, Aspirations, and Sports,” Dr. Sigrid Nikutta and Dr. Tanja Wielgoß discussed key issues in modern leadership.

The focus was on the question of how to find direction in times of constant change. A clear vision of the future—consistently thought through from the end—was described as a central point of reference for modern leadership.

Dr. Tanja Wielgoß emphasized the importance of a positive, proactive message in transformation processes. She noted that it is crucial not to communicate from a perspective of fear, but rather from an attitude that actively shapes the future and thereby enables positive change.

In the discussion, transformation was described in particular as a process that often begins where technical or financial conditions become challenging. At the same time, it became clear that focusing on the status quo can facilitate decision-making processes, since the risk of inaction is often greater than that of change itself.
The personal dimension of work also plays a role: When work is experienced as meaningful, it fosters not only productivity but also sustained energy and a shift in perspective.

In the discussion that followed, the focus shifted to broader social issues: curiosity, social responsibility, and openness to different life paths and career paths took center stage.

These topics were explored in greater depth during a conversation with Michael Stich, a former tennis player who is now an artist, who joined the group in person and shared insights into his exhibition “Push Boundaries.”

We would like to thank everyone involved for a lively discussion about the future, responsibility, and impact.