Building for Years, Not Quarters: How to Balance Slow Opportunities with Time Pressures with CEO of HS Orka, Tómas Sigurðsson - Episode 32
Episode Description
Tómas Sigurðsson’s greatness comes from small beginnings.
The self-described ‘accidental CEO’ has been measured and methodical. He’s not blinded by chasing quarterly goals - he’s patient. He’s prudent. He builds for the long-term…
The skills on display throughout his career often stem from innocuous moments - those same talents combined with invaluable early experience see him lead one of Iceland’s leading geothermal power companies; HS Orka.
So join us to explore the moments that taught Tomas what really keeps the power on for the long run.
You will learn:
- How to balance decade-long planning and capital projects with short-term, quarterly performance goals
- Strategies for driving culture change
- How to grow strong teams and future leaders through continuous feedback, mentorship and intentional succession planning
- Why planning your life, protecting time to recharge and staying grounded matters for sustainable leadership
🔑 Key Themes
- Long-term thinking vs. short-term pressure
- Innovation and resource stewardship in Tómas’ industry
- Culture change and building a business mindset
- People, mentorship and developing leaders
🔗 Connect with us
Tómas Sigurðsson
https://www.linkedin.com/in/t%C3%B3mas-sigur%C3%B0sson-4b53b986/
HS Orka
https://www.linkedin.com/company/hs-orka/
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