Mike Krack, Team Principal of Aston Martin, discusses being in charge of a Constructor and working with Lawrence Stroll. He talks about the challenges of the job and his experience working with other team principals in Formula 1.
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Finding the right balance between being involved technically and letting the team do their job is crucial for a team principal in F1.
Under Lawrence Stroll's leadership, Aston Martin can make decisions quickly through a phone call, unlike larger companies that are slower to adapt and change.
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Mike Crack's Transition to Team Principal and Working with Lawrence Stroll
Mike Crack discusses his experience transitioning into the role of team principal for Aston Martin in Formula 1 and compares it to his previous roles in engineering. He highlights the challenges of not knowing the limits and boundaries of his new position and the importance of finding the right balance between being involved technically and letting his team do their job. He also talks about the dynamics of the paddock and the mutual suspicion among team principals. Additionally, he shares his positive experience working with Lawrence Stroll, highlighting Stroll's generosity and involvement in the team.
Pressure and Decision-Making in Aston Martin compared to a Major Manufacturer
Mike Crack compares the pressure and decision-making process in Aston Martin, under Lawrence Stroll's leadership, to his past experience at a major manufacturer like BMW. He emphasizes that the pressure to succeed is the same, but highlights the differences in personalization and responsiveness. At Aston Martin, decisions can be made quickly through a phone call, whereas larger companies are slower to adapt and change. He also mentions the energy-consuming nature of company inertia. Finally, he reflects on the progress Aston Martin has made under his leadership and the hopes for future success in the upcoming Formula 1 season.
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Mike Crack on Taking Charge of Aston + Working for Lawrence Stroll
Aston Martin reveal their challenger for the 2024 season today.
So, on Day 15 of 30 Days of Beyond The Grid, their Team Principal, Mike Krack, tells Tom Clarkson what it’s like to be in charge of a Constructor and how he works with team owner Lawrence Stroll.
Listen to Mike’s full conversation with Tom in 2022 here.
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