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Questions & Answers
Florian Stadler
BMW GROUP
What was your first automotive job and why were you interested in the industry?
I started my professional career as a researcher for secondary batteries that were mainly for
hand-held devices. When the BMW Group started looking for battery experts, I decided to
apply. I became part of a highly dynamic group that is now working on the development and
implementation of electric mobility. I wanted to bring my battery knowledge to BMW to help
shape this part of the automotive industry's future.
Your greatest achievement?
Starting a family with my wife. We have a little daughter. My wife and daughter help me
recapture the power I need for the professional part of my life.
What was your biggest failure and what did it teach you?
I have learned that when you reach important agreements with associates, colleagues or
supervisors, take the time to write it all down. If you don't, some people claim to not remember
what they agreed to, especially as more time goes by. I also recommend taking minutes or
sending out a brief protocol to all the representatives who attended each meeting. This helps to
keep people committed to getting things done on time.
What is your current challenge at work?
In late 2019, my team and I will move into the BMW Group Battery Cell Competence Centre.
We will have to install new laboratory equipment and machinery, which also includes the
development of new analytical methods for battery cells, materials and components. We also
have to deal with the definition and organization of new work procedures and cross-functional
collaboration models.
What about the auto industry surprises you?
When I started my job, it took me a long time to get an overview of all the aspects necessary to
develop, build and sell a premium car. I was really impressed by how multi-faceted the process
was and how the various departments work together. As I am working on electric powertrains,
it has been interesting to see how difficult it is to get people to consider switching from longestablished technologies to electric mobility.
What is the best advice you have ever received?
My supervisor told me during one of my first evaluations that he liked my sense of duty,
dependability and ability to understand things quickly. However, he said I was too stressed and
needed to find more joy. That was great advice. I believe you should always try to take things a
little less seriously, if possible. This helps you keep enjoying your job.
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