Bernhard Höß retires - A farewell interview

After more than 30 years of loyal service, we bid farewell to Bernhard Höß on his well-deserved retirement. His many years of loyalty and commitment to Trenkwalder are a remarkable example of employee retention and loyalty. In this farewell interview, he shares his memories, experiences and advice with us.


Bernhard, how do you feel when you look back on over 30 years at Trenkwalder?

I can say that I am a little proud that I have remained loyal to a company for so long.


What has motivated you to stay loyal to the company over all these years?

My colleagues, some of whom I still maintain very good contact with, have been a particular source of motivation.
I was also motivated by the innovations and changes in temporary work. However, I was never particularly fond of social media!


Are there any special memories or moments from these 30 years that have particularly stuck in your mind?

I have very fond memories of my time as a ‘Specialist Coach Assistance’. This enabled me to get to know or set up many new branches throughout Germany and to train new assistants.
However, the highlights were the company events, such as the occupational safety days, various conferences and further training courses, as well as the Christmas parties.
Here you could get to know your colleagues better in personal conversations.


How would you describe the team and the collaboration with your colleagues?

The cooperation in the Regensburg team was very collegial and friendly. You could always rely on each other.
This is the reason why many employees remain very loyal to the company.


Have you built up any special friendships or professional relationships that are important to you?

Yes - the friendships still exist. Regular get-togethers bring back the good times from the past.


Did you have a daily ritual or routine that helped you to structure your working day and be successful?


The morning started with a good cup of coffee and sometimes even a piece of cake or pastry.


How have technological developments affected your work, and is there a particular tool or technology that you have particularly appreciated?

The good old days of writing on index cards and typewriters have been replaced by programmes and laptops. The advert in the newspaper and personal contact with customers has been/is being replaced by social media and Teams.


Is there a hidden talent or passion that your colleagues might not know about?

My hidden talents ‘remain hidden’ too.


Is there a personal motto or philosophy of life that has guided you throughout your career?

Keep calm even in stressful situations.


What advice would you give to younger colleagues who are just starting their career?

Stay motivated, even if there are always ‘setbacks’.
Treat your colleagues with collegiality and respect.
When mistakes are made, it's not always the fault of others.
Never lose the fun in your work.


Are there any wisdom or principles that have helped you during your career?

Don't just do your work according to the instructions of management and superiors - if you are convinced that a different way of working is better, then do it the way you think is better.


What are your plans and hopes for retirement?

My hope, but also my wish, is that the whole family stays healthy for a long time. I'll be working in a sports centre and supporting a party service - in between relaxing and unwinding on holiday trips to Tyrol.



We would like to sincerely thank Bernhard Höß for his outstanding performance and his many years of loyalty to Trenkwalder. His stories and insights provide us with valuable lessons and inspiration. We wish him all the best for his well-deserved retirement and much joy in his future endeavours. May his path continue to be accompanied by success, happiness and health.


The entire Trenkwalder team will miss him very much, but at the same time we are delighted that he now has the time for his hobbies and dreams. His energetic commitment will always remain a valuable part of our company history.



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