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ABOUT JITKA
Jitka Schmiedova is the General Manager at Mitsubishi Electric Automotive Czech (MEAC), with a diverse career spanning various industries such as banking, asset management, manufacturing, and telecommunications. She began her career as a receptionist and worked her way up to top management positions, learning from her experiences and mentors along the way. Jitka is passionate about continuous learning, empathy, and fostering an inclusive work environment. She mentors women in business and young leaders, supporting their growth and development. Jitka’s leadership is characterized by resilience, innovation, and a commitment to long-term, sustainable success.
SUCCESS FOR ME IS LONG-TERM SUSTAINABLE CHANGE FOR THE BETTER IN A COMPANY OR TEAM RECOGNIZED BY OTHERS.
Jitka Schmiedova
JITKA IN A NUTSHELL
General Manager
Mitsubishi Electric Automotive Czech (MEAC)
area of expertise
Production Czech Republic 🇨🇿
companies Jitka has worked for
JITKA AS A LEADER
Success for Jitka means creating sustainable, long-term positive change recognized by others. Her leadership journey has been fueled by curiosity, a passion for her work, persistence, and a can-do attitude that inspires others to follow. Through various top management roles, she has demonstrated the ability to renew and adapt, guiding her teams to success and leaving a substantial impact on the companies she has served.
Leadership is not command and control.
Great leaders build great teams and put other people in the spotlight, not themselves.
The future of leadership is surfing on the waves of known and unknown change while enjoying it.
When I think of a leader, I think of Jack Stack.
STRIKE A GOOD BALANCE BETWEEN BEING HUMBLE AND CONFIDENT. TO BE ASPIRING AND AMBITIOUS IS GOOD, BUT TO LEARN DILIGENTLY ALONG THE WAY IS ALSO NECESSARY.
Jitka Schmiedova
JITKA ON BALANCING HUMILITY AND CONFIDENCE
Jitka emphasizes the importance of balancing humility and confidence in leadership. She believes that being ambitious and aspiring is essential, but it must be coupled with continuous learning and self-development. By maintaining this balance, leaders can inspire their teams and drive sustainable success.
JITKA ON SUPPORTING WOMEN IN BUSINESS
As a mentor for women in business and young leaders, Jitka actively supports the next generation of leaders. She enables career promotions for talented individuals, regardless of their background, and works to reduce biases within the organization. Her dedication to diversity and inclusion is evident in her efforts to foster a supportive and empowering environment for all.
THE BIGGEST CHALLENGE WAS LEAVING A TOP POSITION FOR PERSONAL REASONS AND THEN PICKING UP MY CAREER AGAIN. THIS MADE ME A MORE MATURE AND AUTHENTIC LEADER, BENEFITING MY TEAMS AND INCREASING MY SUCCESS.
Jitka on becoming a better leader
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