Who is the «SHL Personality» of the year?

The SHL values briefly explained...

• Visionary

  What does «visionary» mean to us¹? 

  • I question the status quo, actively seek better ideas, perspectives, and substantive opportunities that propel us forward.
  • During my internship, I proactively and unsolicitedly engage in thinking, striving to be part of the modernization process.
  • I live my convictions with perseverance, passion, and positivity:
  • In class, I share practical experiences and ideas.
  • I see opportunities before risks.
  • I have the courage to look into the future in my work.
  • I am vigilant and proactive about what is happening in my environment, always thinking one step ahead.
  • I actively apply what I've learned to operations and share new ideas, concepts, and trends with my supervisor.
     

  ¹ Voices of SHL students, lecturers and staff. 

• Confident

  What does «confident» mean to us¹? 

  • I have a healthy self-confidence.
  • I focus on my sphere of influence and strive to independently bring about positive change within it.
  • Approaching new challenges with a positive inner attitude, I believe in my abilities and strengths and maintain interest and curiosity.
  • I self-reflect, utilise my strengths, and work on my weaknesses.
  • I purposefully apply acquired knowledge, confidently engage with guests, and learn how my demeanor affects others (guests, team, relationships with superiors). I reflect on this and constructively work on it.
  • At SHL, I am recognised for my open and positive attitude, even after receiving unsatisfactory grades.
  • I live by the motto: «What others think of me is not my concern.»
  • I am reflective and realistic about my abilities and competencies and proudly demonstrate what I can do, while still maintaining the necessary humility.
     

  ¹ Voices of SHL students, lecturers and staff. 

• passionate

  What does «passionate» mean to us¹? 

  • I display a strong commitment, am enthusiastic, convinced, eager for knowledge, and express my passion through facial expressions and gestures.
  • While working, I have a fire in my heart and a smile on my face.
  • I go the extra mile for my colleagues and guests.
  • I act with passion, energy, and enthusiasm.
  • I aim to carry the school's values into the world.
  • As a passionate individual, I live and love my vocation.
  • At SHL, my reliability, attention to detail, and perseverance stand out.
  • I pass on fire and passion for our industry to the guest, carry out my work with joy and enthusiasm, and seek tasks and areas that suit me and bring me joy.
  • I regularly ask myself: What am I doing here? Where do I want to go? Why do I get up every morning?
     

  ¹ Voices of SHL students, lecturers and staff. 

   

   

• trustworthy

  What does «trustworthy» mean to us¹? 

  • In the team, everyone can trust me, as I approach people positively.
  • I am open to all individuals.
  • I am empathetic and genuinely seek to understand my fellow human beings.
  • The students are punctual, reliable, honest with themselves and others, demonstrate empathy, and act and think proactively.
  • I handle people, information, goods, and the environment with care, consideration, and thoughtfulness, which fosters great trust in me and my actions.
  • You can rely on it to be done.
  • A trustworthy person is a comforting presence, making others feel very comfortable and secure. This person stands out for their charisma and calmness. At SHL, I am «the good soul» in a class.
  • In leadership positions, I strive to create an environment where every team member feels comfortable. Every type of conversation must be possible, and I show empathy. Conflicts or discussions must have space and be resolved.
  • A trusting approach promotes a good, appreciative atmosphere as well as productive collaboration.
     

  ¹ Voices of SHL students, lecturers and staff. 

   

• valuable

  What does «valuable» mean to us¹? 

  • I have a worthwhile goal in mind that I want to achieve.
  • I aim to do what I do well and put it into action.
  • I work effectively and precisely, take praise and criticism seriously, commit myself, and go the extra mile.
  • I am punctual, attentive, and considerate of my classmates, without disturbing them. I act consciously in relation to learning objectives.
  • My standards for myself, my work, and my inner attitude, as well as for my environment, are always high, without losing sight of the ground beneath my feet or overwhelming myself and others.
     

  ¹ Voices of SHL students, lecturers and staff. 

   

• Agile

  What does «agile» mean to us¹? 

  • I approach changes positively and see opportunities in them.
  • When these values are lived, the value of «agility» is also lived.
  • I am open to changes and have a positive attitude.
  • At SHL, I stand out because I always see the positive aspects of innovations. I can organize myself and work to the highest degree independently and responsibly.
  • I respond positively to external influences or changes, motivated, flexible, but also always considerate, and proactively consider the possible and likely consequences.
     

  ¹ Voices of SHL students, lecturers and staff. 

   

• SHL Expertise Model

  In addition to the SHL values, the SHL expertise model from the ID Loop programme plays an important role in selecting the SHL Personality. It shows which factors in the areas of self, social, leadership and future competences can be beneficial or detrimental to becoming SHL Personality of the Year. 

  SHL Expertise Model