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Gunnar Barghorn

The human entrepreneur - new "ease" for companies

Gunnar Barghorn, entrepreneur, speaker, and author, is a pioneer of the human enterprise and an expert in people-centered business leadership in medium-sized companies. With clear impulses and lived authenticity, he shows how responsibility and ease can be combined in a company. His recipe for success is based on less complexity, more clarity, and a work culture characterized by reliability, flexibility, and loyalty. As a keynote speaker and author of the book "The Human Entrepreneur," he inspires with entertaining, courageous, and profound insights into successful cultural transformations. Gunnar Barghorn is ideal for medium-sized forums, entrepreneur congresses, and leadership events to simplify leadership and organization – always with a focus on people. Book Gunnar Barghorn for new ease in leadership, organization, and entrepreneurship.

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Lead with Humanity, Act with Impact: Gunnar Barghorn – Pioneer of the Human-Centered Company

Gunnar Barghorn is a third-generation entrepreneur, speaker, and author—and a true thought leader in modern, people-centered leadership for small and mid-sized businesses. With clear language, lived authenticity, and pragmatic courage, he shows how to combine responsibility with lightness in business—and how this creates a magnetic culture for both customers and employees.

From Traditional Craftsmanship to a Human-Centered Enterprise

Through a comprehensive transformation process, Gunnar Barghorn turned a traditional craft business into an agile, future-ready “Human Company.” Less complexity, more clarity—that’s his recipe for success. Today, his company stands for customer value, speed, and a work culture built on reliability, flexibility, and loyalty.

Inspiration for the SME Sector – Clear, Honest, and Impactful

In his keynotes, workshops, and his SPIEGEL-featured book “Der Humanunternehmer” (The Human Entrepreneur), Gunnar Barghorn offers authentic insights into successes and missteps that encourage others to reflect and take action. His style: entertaining, bold, and thought-provoking. His mission: to make leadership and organization simpler—without losing sight of the human being.

Why Gunnar Barghorn Is the Ideal Speaker for Your Event

  • Entrepreneur with 25 years of experience and a proven cultural transformation
  • Author of the widely acclaimed book “The Human Entrepreneur”
  • Speaker known for honest insights, lightness & real-world learnings
  • Role model for New Work in SMEs & people-centered leadership
  • Ideal for SME forums, entrepreneur conferences, leadership events & trade sector formats

Book Gunnar Barghorn now—for a fresh sense of ease in leadership, organization & entrepreneurship.

Topics

The human entrepreneur - New "ease" for companies

  • Think differently! How to go from boss to enabler with new beliefs
  • Organize differently! How to keep employees safe with clear structures and put the company on autopilot
  • Win differently! How to find and retain new employees with smart and tried-and-tested ideas

Everything remains different! - What would be different if it were easier?

  • How can change become part of everyday life and no longer a big deal?
  • How can we initiate the drive for change from within the team?
  • How can employees appreciate, actively drive and even love change processes?

Retaining and finding skilled workers - How to successfully counter the shortage of skilled workers

  • Attraction through relationship - The completely different application process
  • Booking instead of searching - How to be found WELL with maximum public visibility
  • Participation to the power of 4 - Increasing engagement beyond belief

Change of power ahead! - How can you safely hand over the helm?

  • How to shape the generational change in a company in a sustainable and meaningful way
  • Tips and stories from a 3rd generation practitioner in a family business.


Another topic:


A new country - What needs to change in government and society for New Work to succeed?

 

A wild ride from the school system, labor legislation and the tax system to the design of volunteer workplaces.

 

 

References & Press

“Gunnar Barghorn is simply a pleasure to listen to.”

Saskia Grössl Heidelberg Economic Development Agency

 

 

“I was pleasantly surprised by his unobtrusive manner and knowledge transfer without lecturing. I recommend his lectures to anyone who wants to actively shape change in the modern working world.”

Thomas Fritsche Owner and Managing Director at Fortuna Sportgeräte GmbH

 

 

“Gunnar's lectures are a must for anyone who wants to follow the human entrepreneur philosophy - a positive, modern approach from which we all benefit.”

Gian Considine Owner of Consident

 

 

“Gunnar's talk was captivating and entertaining - the time flew by. His self-confidence and self-irony inspired me and made me think.”

Uwe Harnig Managing Director at Zweckverband Ecopark

 

 

“I was particularly impressed by the focus on people. Gunnar's captivating presentation made the time fly by and inspired reflection. Whether entrepreneur or employee - everyone can benefit from it.”

Uwe Respondek Owner and Managing Director at Deichwerbung

 

 

“Super relevant topics that will help me to manage my employees better and combine work and life. Gunnar explains clearly and comprehensibly, without empty talk. I can recommend to every manager.”

Inga Bernsau Owner of MEDIENHAUS

 

“A rousing presentation with many insights. I was particularly impressed by the idea that leadership is a service and inspires employees. Recommended for every manager with personnel responsibility.”

Sven Böhme Marketing Manager at Hase Safety Gloves GmbH

 

 

“What I take away from the presentation is the idea of long-term employee loyalty beyond the monetary. Gunnar's presentation style was short, to the point and yet lively. I was particularly impressed by the impulse to ask about employees' personal goals.

Pamela Mercado Project Manager at TEAM;IKEN

 

 

“I was looking for new perspectives on modern work and was inspired by Gunnar's personal and open manner. The openness and friendliness of the participants enriched the exchange.”

Tobias Gerke Managing Director at RÄDER- UND ROLLENFABRIK GMBH & CO. KG

Publications

Cover: Der Humanunternehmer

Der Humanunternehmer

ISBN : 978-3752657906

24.95 €

Amazon: Der Humanunternehmer

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