
Reviewing 2024: Interview with Jan and Thomas Wolf
We asked our two leaders to wrap up Plasmion’s year 2024. Read the interview below for their personal highlights, challenges, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. Let’s uncover their unique perspectives on growth and leadership.
Jan: What was the biggest challenge Plasmion overcame this year?
Polishing and restructuring our R&D processes has been a challenge, but one that was necessary to become more efficient and market-oriented.
Thomas: Which moment this year made you feel that Plasmion truly made an impact?
It is always when I hear about the achievements people are able to obtain based on our technology. This year it probably was hearing that sub-micron spot resolution was achieved for the first time in mass spec imaging leveraging our technology.
Jan: Which goal or milestone this year held a deeper meaning for you, and why?
Some internal R&D projects showcasing the true potential of our technology, making me excited on the next developments to come.
Thomas: How has your personal approach to leadership evolved over the course of the year?
Leading by example has always been and still is quite important for me. However, when organizations grow bigger, leadership is more about enabling people to become independent and take on responsibility on their own.
Jan: When you think back to the beginning of this year, what advice would you give to yourself?
Life is like riding a bicycle: to keep your balance, you must keep moving!
Thomas: Which of Plasmion’s values (Motivation, Impact, Reliability, Communication, Teamwork) were particularly tested this year?
This year we established new processes and structures that made roles and responsibilities of each individual more transparent. In doing so, teamwork was the value that was tested the most, as in such situations it is crucial to keep teamwork alive and not start finger pointing towards others.
Jan: Describe this year in three words.
Grinding, Challenging, Inspiring
Thomas: Describe this year in three words.
Enabling, Exhausting, Promising
Thank you both for your insights into this memorable year.
We are looking forward to many more amazing, rewarding, challenging and inspiring years with you guys!