Culture & Coffee

What does it actually mean to "have" a culture and why do so many culture programs quietly fail? In this episode of Culture & Coffee, we sit down with organizational psychologist Dr. Joachim Stempfle to unpack the psychology behind real cultural change: why honesty and relationship aren't a tradeoff, how denial — not difficulty — is what actually derails teams under pressure, and why "busyness" is often leadership avoidance in disguise. We explore the three psychological systems that drive human behavior, the difference between caring and over-caring as a leader, and why consistency is what makes culture stick. About Joachim: Dr. Joachim Stempfle is an organizational psychologist and the founder of atrain, a consulting firm specializing in leadership development and organizational culture. He founded atrain in 2002 on the belief that "organizations don't change, people do," and has since worked with leadership teams across the globe, combining psychological depth with practical, business-grounded facilitation.

What does it actually mean to "have" a culture and why do so many culture programs quietly fail? In this episode of Culture & Coffee, we sit down with organizational psychologist Dr. Joachim Stempfle to unpack the psychology behind real cultural change: why honesty and relationship aren't a tradeoff, how denial — not difficulty — is what actually derails teams under pressure, and why "busyness" is often leadership avoidance in disguise. We explore the three psychological systems that drive human behavior, the difference between caring and over-caring as a leader, and why consistency is what makes culture stick. About Joachim: Dr. Joachim Stempfle is an organizational psychologist and the founder of atrain, a consulting firm specializing in leadership development and organizational culture. He founded atrain in 2002 on the belief that "organizations don't change, people do," and has since worked with leadership teams across the globe, combining psychological depth with practical, business-grounded facilitation.

In this conversation with Matthias Altendorf, we unpack the journey from workshop apprentice to CEO — and the leadership philosophy behind guiding a global, family-owned company into the future. We speak about: Leading innovation without fear Turning uncertainty into manageable risk Why diversity builds resilience The balance between long-term stability and speed of change The role of digital transformation and AI in shaping tomorrow's leadership At the heart of it all: a simple but powerful principle — be kind, be clear, and walk the talk. An inspiring exchange on leadership, transformation, and preparing organizations for the unknown future.

In this conversation with Matthias Altendorf, we unpack the journey from workshop apprentice to CEO — and the leadership philosophy behind guiding a global, family-owned company into the future. We speak about: Leading innovation without fear Turning uncertainty into manageable risk Why diversity builds resilience The balance between long-term stability and speed of change The role of digital transformation and AI in shaping tomorrow's leadership At the heart of it all: a simple but powerful principle — be kind, be clear, and walk the talk. An inspiring exchange on leadership, transformation, and preparing organizations for the unknown future.

What can a fast-growing private equity firm teach us about culture? In this episode of Culture and Coffee, Guillaume Daniellot sits down with Christian Sinding, former CEO of EQT, to explore why culture is one of the strongest predictors of long-term performance — even in an industry known for numbers and speed. Christian shares how EQT evaluates companies through mindset, values, and leadership behavior, and why the "why not" mentality often separates high-performing teams from the rest. 00:00 Welcome to the Culture and Coffee podcast 02:38 Christian Sinding's background and values 04:45 The importance of culture in investments 07:09 Challenges and successes in cultural integration 11:13 Traits of high-performing companies 15:28 EQT's approach to values and leadership 20:49 Embracing transparency and open calendars 34:38 Leadership and global expansion 36:37 Final thoughts and reflections  

What can a fast-growing private equity firm teach us about culture? In this episode of Culture and Coffee, Guillaume Daniellot sits down with Christian Sinding, former CEO of EQT, to explore why culture is one of the strongest predictors of long-term performance — even in an industry known for numbers and speed. Christian shares how EQT evaluates companies through mindset, values, and leadership behavior, and why the "why not" mentality often separates high-performing teams from the rest.   00:00 Welcome to the Culture and Coffee podcast 02:38 Christian Sinding's background and values 04:45 The importance of culture in investments 07:09 Challenges and successes in cultural integration 11:13 Traits of high-performing companies 15:28 EQT's approach to values and leadership 20:49 Embracing transparency and open calendars 34:38 Leadership and global expansion 36:37 Final thoughts and reflections

In the first episode of the Straumann Group Culture & Coffee podcast, CEO of the Straumann Group Guillaume Daniellot sits down with Thomas Straumann, the founder of the Straumann Group, the entrepreneur who transformed a bold idea into a global success story. Thomas opens up about his journey: from a daring management buyout in 1990 to shaping a company culture grounded in trust, respect, and freedom. He shares how an entrepreneurial mindset and long-term vision have guided Straumann Group through decades of innovation and growth. Along the way, he reflects on how values drive sustainable success, and even how horse riding and racing mirror the strategy, patience, and courage needed in business. 00:00 Introduction to culture and its importance 00:32 Welcome to the Straumann Group Culture and Coffee Podcast 01:21 Meet Thomas Straumann: founder, visionary, leader 01:34 The birth of Straumann Group 03:12 The role of culture in business success 07:24 Challenges and resilience 10:01 Entrepreneurial spirit in the dental industry 15:00 Lessons from horse riding and business 17:16 Advice and legacy 18:25 Closing remarks    

  In the first episode of the Straumann Group Culture & Coffee podcast, CEO of the Straumann Group Guillaume Daniellot sits down with Thomas Straumann, the founder of the Straumann Group, the entrepreneur who transformed a bold idea into a global success story. Thomas opens up about his journey: from a daring management buyout in 1990 to shaping a company culture grounded in trust, respect, and freedom. He shares how an entrepreneurial mindset and long-term vision have guided Straumann Group through decades of innovation and growth. Along the way, he reflects on how values drive sustainable success, and even how horse riding and racing mirror the strategy, patience, and courage needed in business. 00:00 Introduction to culture and its importance 00:32 Welcome to the Straumann Group Culture and Coffee Podcast 01:21 Meet Thomas Straumann: founder, visionary, leader 01:34 The birth of Straumann Group 03:12 The role of culture in business success 07:24 Challenges and resilience 10:01 Entrepreneurial spirit in the dental industry 15:00 Lessons from horse riding and business 17:16 Advice and legacy 18:25 Closing remarks