Schlesinger ascends to the celestial realm.
In the bustling city of Berlin, Patricia Schlesinger, a seasoned media manager with a wealth of experience in public broadcasting, has taken on a new challenge. She is now a "Navigatorin" at the consulting agency Stella Circle, a role that sees her advising executives on crisis communication, resilience under pressure, and managing high demands in leadership positions[1].
Schlesinger's professional journey has been marked by her expertise in media management, public institution leadership, and navigating complex legal-medial challenges at senior executive levels. Her tenure as the Intendant (director) of Rundfunk Berlin-Brandenburg (RBB), a significant publicly funded broadcaster in Germany, provided her with deep insights into public-sector media organisations[3]. However, her time at RBB was not without controversy, as she faced criticism for her handling of stress and was embroiled in a prolonged legal dispute involving financial mismanagement[2][3].
Stella Circle, known for its focus on progressive leadership, offers a full-service package for executives, focusing on crisis communication, managing professional stress, and building resilience[1]. The agency emphasises a "safe space for development at every stage of your leadership career" on its website[1].
The appointment of Schlesinger at Stella Circle has sparked debate, with some sources suggesting it may be a soft landing for managers involved in political or managerial scandals[2]. However, Stella Circle highlights Schlesinger's profound knowledge of public organisations and media dynamics as a key asset[1][2].
Stefanie Salata, the former Berlin Bank CEO and co-founder of Stella Circle, believes that leadership is a team effort, not an individual sport. She notes that decisions at the top become bigger, and the space for honest reflection becomes smaller[1]. At the C-level, there's often a lack of honest feedback and real allies, according to Salata[1].
The controversy that surrounded Schlesinger at RBB has not gone unnoticed. In the summer of 2022, RBB's crisis communication was a disaster. Some have questioned how Schlesinger's consulting fee will be used, whether to offset her recently awarded RBB pension or donated to a good cause[1].
Despite the challenges, Schlesinger appears to be trying to rebuild her reputation, having been featured in Time magazine since joining Stella Circle[1]. The future holds promise for Schlesinger as she navigates the complexities of leadership at Stella Circle, drawing on her extensive experience to support high-level leaders facing crises and organisational challenges in public and media-exposed environments[1][3].
[1] Stella Circle website [2] Der Tagesspiegel [3] Zeit Online
- Patricia Schlesinger, with her extensive background in media management, public institution leadership, and financial matters, is advising executives at Stella Circle on crisis communication, reshaping her professional career after the controversy at RBB.
- Leveraging her profound knowledge of public organisations and media dynamics, Schlesinger is helping executives to build resilience, managing professional stress, and thrive amidst high-demand leadership positions at Stella Circle.
- In the realm of business and careers, Schlesinger's appointment to Stella Circle has provoked conversations, questioning the ethical implications associated with providing guidance to managers involved in political or managerial scandals, while also recognizing the value of her expertise in shaping lifestyles and shaping progressive leadership.
