Can clean energy scale without sacrificing speed, precision or profit?In this episode, I speak with Stephan Röß, CEO of AI Charge Technologies, about his transition from corporate leadership in global automotive firms to building a clean-tech startup focused on intelligent EV charging infrastructure.With 25+ years in automotive and electronics (including roles at companies like BMW and Siemens) Stephan shares how his engineering mindset, passion for sustainability and leadership evolution are shaping the future of electric mobility.In this episode, you’ll learn:How early experiences shaped Stephan’s leadership mindsetWhy perfectionism can hinder innovation and how to overcome itHow to balance long-term sustainability with commercial viabilityWhat it takes to leave corporate life and lead in a startup environmentTools for time management, clear communication and scaling clean techKey topics:EV infrastructure and the future of sustainable transportationStartup leadership vs. corporate managementEngineering mindset in business strategyBuilding green innovation with real-world applicationStephan’s story is a practical roadmap for anyone curious about leadership at the intersection of technology, climate impact and entrepreneurship.📣 If this conversation sparked ideas, hit like, drop a comment with your biggest takeaway and subscribe for more real-world insights from leaders driving innovation in tech and sustainability.Connect with Stephan Röß: 🔗Connect with Stephan Röß on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephan-r%C3%B6%C3%9F-6732b08a/Write to Stephan Röß: [email protected] Stephan’s website: https://www.ai-charge.com/Connect with me here:🎬YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewtallents 📲 X: https://x.com/andrewtallents📲 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewtallents🌐 Website: https://www.tallents-partnership.com/📖 Get my book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09NZRZH4J📰 Weekly Newsletter: https://bit.ly/selfcoaching-newsletter📞 Write me: [email protected] Moments:00:00:39 - Introduction to Stephan Röß and AI Charge Technologies00:05:44 - Childhood influences on leadership style00:14:07 - Balancing perfectionism and practicality00:22:10 - Strategies for sustainable leadership00:26:25 - Transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship00:31:02 - Future vision and legacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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