John Hammersmark - It could always be worse

In everyday life, we often find ourselves functioning on autopilot, guided by instincts, emotions and habits. Hammersmark questions why many of us let fear and terror hinder our potential, even in one of the world's safest societies.

With his unique background from the military, Hammersmark shares experiences and reflections on self-leadership, trust and cooperation, which are essential for both the individual and the team. He takes us back to our human roots to explore the irrational fears that characterize our everyday lives. How can we identify and improve our reactions, and what can we learn from high-performance teams to achieve good results?

This talk will show you how small adjustments can have a big impact on your life and workplace. Hammersmark argues that you can set high standards while maintaining a friendly atmosphere. Values such as care, cooperation and social security become crucial factors for development and performance.

Join us on a journey towards better cooperation and increased mastery, where Hammersmark also shares insights from "Company Lauritzen" and shows how we can break barriers and become versions of ourselves we can be proud of.

Welcome to a talk that is sure to leave a mark on your mind!

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John Hammersmark has an impressive military career that began in the Army at the age of 19. He has completed a number of prestigious educations, including the Command School, the War College, the Staff College and a Master's degree from the Norwegian National Defence University. With 23 years of service in the Armed Forces, he ended his career as a lieutenant colonel, after having held key positions in several demanding units in the armed forces. Hammersmark has participated in sharp operations in Bosnia and Afghanistan, and has specialized in Hunter Service, where effort, perseverance and cooperation are crucial.

After leaving the Armed Forces in 2015, he has developed his career in the civilian sector as Director of Security and Emergency Preparedness at the Norwegian Shipowners' Association, a role he held until 2022. Here he handled global security challenges related to over 1,800 Norwegian ships in international waters. Hammersmark is known for his strategic assessments and ability to navigate complex issues, and often shares his experiences and reflections on cooperation and adversity, which is relevant in both military and civilian contexts.

Hammersmark is well known to most as the Captain in the television series "Kompani Lauritzen".