Inside the Corner Office | #15 Sanjiv Lamba - CEO of Linde

35min | 05/07/2026

Description

In this episode, Thomas Buberl speaks with Sanjiv Lamba, Chairman and CEO of Linde, one of the world’s leading industrial gases and engineering companies operating in more than 80 countries.

Sanjiv shares how clarity, judgment, and strong values guide his leadership, and why decentralization is a key advantage in running a complex, capital‑intensive global organization. He reflects on the Linde-Praxair merger, exploring why culture, disciplined execution, and shared purpose were critical to making it one of the most successful industrial mergers in recent history, especially during the Covid‑19 crisis, when the company united around a single mission: saving lives.

The conversation also touches on AI and digital transformation, reverse mentoring, building resilience, and preparing future leaders for an increasingly uncertain world. Sanjiv closes with practical advice for aspiring CEOs on ambition, hard work, adaptability, and lifelong learning.

Inside the Corner Office is a podcast designed for anyone with a passion for leadership and a curiosity about the minds behind today’s successful businesses.Whether you're just starting your career or already on your path, this podcast offers a unique opportunity to learn from top CEOs who are shaping the future of industries across the globe.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Inside the Corner Office

Inside the Corner Office is a podcast designed for anyone with a passion for leadership and a curiosity about the minds behind today’s successful businesses. Whether you're just starting your career or already on your path, this podcast offers a unique opportunity to learn from top CEOs who are shaping the future of industries across the globe.

In each episode, listeners are welcomed into an engaging conversation that goes beyond the boardroom. It’s a chance to hear the personal stories and insights of influential leaders, exploring not just their successes, but the challenges and lessons that have defined their journeys. The focus is on understanding the human side of leadership—how character, resilience, and empathy play critical roles in navigating the complexities of modern business.

Inside the Corner Office is crafted with the leaders of tomorrow in mind—those who are eager to grow, to learn, and to make a difference in their own unique way. Each interview is filled with practical takeaways, offering a fresh perspective on what it means to lead in today’s ever-changing landscape.

If you're ready to listen, learn, and grow, "Inside the Corner Office" is here to offer insights that can help you shape your future and the future of those you lead.

Hosted by Thomas Buberl, CEO of AXA.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Inside the Corner Office

Inside the Corner Office is a podcast designed for anyone with a passion for leadership and a curiosity about the minds behind today’s successful businesses. Whether you're just starting your career or already on your path, this podcast offers a unique opportunity to learn from top CEOs who are shaping the future of industries across the globe.

In each episode, listeners are welcomed into an engaging conversation that goes beyond the boardroom. It’s a chance to hear the personal stories and insights of influential leaders, exploring not just their successes, but the challenges and lessons that have defined their journeys. The focus is on understanding the human side of leadership—how character, resilience, and empathy play critical roles in navigating the complexities of modern business.

Inside the Corner Office is crafted with the leaders of tomorrow in mind—those who are eager to grow, to learn, and to make a difference in their own unique way. Each interview is filled with practical takeaways, offering a fresh perspective on what it means to lead in today’s ever-changing landscape.

If you're ready to listen, learn, and grow, "Inside the Corner Office" is here to offer insights that can help you shape your future and the future of those you lead.

Hosted by Thomas Buberl, CEO of AXA.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Description

In this episode, Thomas Buberl speaks with Sanjiv Lamba, Chairman and CEO of Linde, one of the world’s leading industrial gases and engineering companies operating in more than 80 countries.

Sanjiv shares how clarity, judgment, and strong values guide his leadership, and why decentralization is a key advantage in running a complex, capital‑intensive global organization. He reflects on the Linde-Praxair merger, exploring why culture, disciplined execution, and shared purpose were critical to making it one of the most successful industrial mergers in recent history, especially during the Covid‑19 crisis, when the company united around a single mission: saving lives.

The conversation also touches on AI and digital transformation, reverse mentoring, building resilience, and preparing future leaders for an increasingly uncertain world. Sanjiv closes with practical advice for aspiring CEOs on ambition, hard work, adaptability, and lifelong learning.

Inside the Corner Office is a podcast designed for anyone with a passion for leadership and a curiosity about the minds behind today’s successful businesses.Whether you're just starting your career or already on your path, this podcast offers a unique opportunity to learn from top CEOs who are shaping the future of industries across the globe.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Inside the Corner Office

Inside the Corner Office is a podcast designed for anyone with a passion for leadership and a curiosity about the minds behind today’s successful businesses. Whether you're just starting your career or already on your path, this podcast offers a unique opportunity to learn from top CEOs who are shaping the future of industries across the globe.

In each episode, listeners are welcomed into an engaging conversation that goes beyond the boardroom. It’s a chance to hear the personal stories and insights of influential leaders, exploring not just their successes, but the challenges and lessons that have defined their journeys. The focus is on understanding the human side of leadership—how character, resilience, and empathy play critical roles in navigating the complexities of modern business.

Inside the Corner Office is crafted with the leaders of tomorrow in mind—those who are eager to grow, to learn, and to make a difference in their own unique way. Each interview is filled with practical takeaways, offering a fresh perspective on what it means to lead in today’s ever-changing landscape.

If you're ready to listen, learn, and grow, "Inside the Corner Office" is here to offer insights that can help you shape your future and the future of those you lead.

Hosted by Thomas Buberl, CEO of AXA.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Inside the Corner Office

Inside the Corner Office is a podcast designed for anyone with a passion for leadership and a curiosity about the minds behind today’s successful businesses. Whether you're just starting your career or already on your path, this podcast offers a unique opportunity to learn from top CEOs who are shaping the future of industries across the globe.

In each episode, listeners are welcomed into an engaging conversation that goes beyond the boardroom. It’s a chance to hear the personal stories and insights of influential leaders, exploring not just their successes, but the challenges and lessons that have defined their journeys. The focus is on understanding the human side of leadership—how character, resilience, and empathy play critical roles in navigating the complexities of modern business.

Inside the Corner Office is crafted with the leaders of tomorrow in mind—those who are eager to grow, to learn, and to make a difference in their own unique way. Each interview is filled with practical takeaways, offering a fresh perspective on what it means to lead in today’s ever-changing landscape.

If you're ready to listen, learn, and grow, "Inside the Corner Office" is here to offer insights that can help you shape your future and the future of those you lead.

Hosted by Thomas Buberl, CEO of AXA.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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