Managing a branch that spans Halland, Västra Götaland, and Bohuslän requires a strong team that can collaborate at all levels. For branch manager Johan Gottfridsson at CERTEGO in Västra Frölunda, the key to success has been building a sense of community where all employees feel included and where collaboration is at the core.
"We cover a large area of southwestern Sweden, which means we need to collaborate effectively to make everything work," says Johan. With such a geographically spread area of responsibility, the team must function as a unit, and for the Västra Frölunda branch, creating a workplace culture where everyone can benefit from each other’s strengths has been a priority.
"It's through collaboration that we succeed in reaching our goals," he explains. For the leadership team at the branch, leadership is not just about achieving financial results but also about leveraging the unique skills of all employees. In this way, all colleagues are part of the branch’s success.
"We are constantly working to strengthen ourselves as a team and become more stable, and it’s thanks to our sense of community that we can grow and become even stronger," Johan continues. At the branch, it's clear that this culture drives the team forward, helping them meet both daily challenges and future goals.
The leadership team in Västra Frölunda works strategically to help each individual grow by utilizing their skills and allowing them to explore new ideas. "We hire people we believe in and give them space to show their strengths. It’s important that people can try their ideas and sometimes fail because that’s how we learn and develop as a team," he explains.
By creating a work environment where everyone feels seen and where collaboration is central, CERTEGO in Västra Frölunda has built a solid foundation for future challenges. "We are stronger together, and that’s how we will overcome any future challenges," Johan concludes.