Session #3 | Half a Shoe Size Too Big: Julia Schlenz on Growing Into Leadership

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Speciality Sessions

Natasha Klymczuk

4 episodes

6 days ago

Speciality Sessions is a podcast by Kelham Partners, the executive search and talent advisory firm for the global Specialty Chemicals & Ingredients sector. Hosted by Natasha Klymczuk, it explores the people, ideas, and trends shaping the industry; from transformation and sustainability to innovation, culture, and careers. Conversations that connect science, leadership, and the people driving change.

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Session #3 | Half a Shoe Size Too Big: Julia Schlenz on Growing Into Leadership

Speciality Sessions

36 minutes 54 seconds

1 week ago

Session #3 | Half a Shoe Size Too Big: Julia Schlenz on Growing Into Leadership

In this episode, Natasha Klymczuk interviews Julia Schlenz, President of Europe, Middle East, Africa, and India at Dow. Julia shares her unique career journey from public relations to the chemical industry, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, collaboration, and psychological safety in leadership. She discusses the challenges and opportunities within the chemical sector, particularly in relation to innovation and regulatory constraints. Julia also highlights the distinctive culture at Dow that fosters integrity and performance, and offers valuable advice for early career talent and her younger self.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Julia Schlenz and Dow

01:56 Career Journey: From Public Relations to Chemicals

05:58 Building Credibility in a Technical Environment

09:58 Evolution of Leadership: From Proving to Supporting

14:01 Creating Psychological Safety in Teams

17:54 Stepping Out of Comfort Zones

21:58 Supporting Early Career Talent

26:02 The Distinctive Culture at Dow

29:57 Opportunities and Challenges in the Chemical Sector

34:03 Innovation and the Future of Chemicals

35:58 Advice to Younger Self