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ABOUT ULLI
Ulli Bergthaler is the Head of TEC Projects, Governance & Portfolio at A1 Telekom Austria, where she drives innovation and champions diversity in tech leadership. With a rich background in business and psychological coaching, she fosters inclusive, flexible work cultures. As a speaker and mentor, Ulli empowers future leaders, particularly women, in the tech industry.
SUCCESS IS TO LEAVE A MARK AND ACHIEVE MORE WITH OTHERS THAN I COULD DO ALONE.
Ulli Bergthaler
ULLI IN A NUTSHELL
Head of TEC Projects, Governance & Portfolio
A1 Telekom Austria
area of expertise
Information Technology Austria ๐ฆ๐น
companies Ulli has worked for
ULLI AS A LEADER
Ulli's leadership philosophy revolves around empathy, collaboration, and continuous self-improvement. She believes in the power of asking genuine questions, respecting diverse perspectives, and empowering others. Success, to her, means achieving more collectively than alone, while fostering a flexible, inclusive work culture. Embracing both intuition and reflective thinking, Ulli champions lifelong learning and the transformative impact of positive feedback and support.
Leadership is not about telling people what and how to do it, but to give direction and be clear on your vision. Not to give orders but to find opportunities and ways together and empower people to reach common goals.
Great Leaders ask, inspire and have fun.
The future of leadership is diverse.
When I think of a leader, I think of a lot there is to learn.
THE HIGHER YOU RISE, THE MORE FREEDOM YOU HAVE TO SHAPE THINGS THE WAY YOU FEEL IS RIGHT.
Ulli Bergthaler
ULLI ON BALANCING PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL LIFE THROUGH REFLECTIVE PRACTICES
Ulli emphasizes the importance of stepping back from the daily grind to reflect and rejuvenate. She advocates for engaging in manual tasks like gardening, cooking, and spending time with her children to gain distance from professional challenges and find innovative solutions. Additionally, her decade-long experience as a business coach and current training as a psychological coach equip her with a wide range of reflective tools, helping her navigate work-life integration and maintain mental well-being.
ULLI ON PROMOTING A FLEXIBLE AND INCLUSIVE WORK CULTURE
Ulli champions a flexible work culture that prioritizes trust and performance over hours spent in the office. She is particularly proud of leading a technical department with over 40% women, promoting gender diversity in leadership. Ulli's approach includes encouraging team members to bring their full selves to work, supporting remote and part-time work arrangements, and focusing on outcomes rather than continuous availability. Her commitment to flexibility and inclusion fosters a supportive environment where diverse talents can thrive.
THE FEEDBACK OF MY TEAM, THE INSPIRATION OF GREAT LEADERS, AND THE INSIGHTS FROM YEARS OF SELF-REFLECTIVE WORK MAKE ME A BETTER LEADER EVERY DAY.
Ulli on becoming a better leader
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