Johnsen also expressed satisfaction with his spell as CEO, in particular "returning to growth in all major areas with a strong balance sheet and cash flow". He highlighted a move to capitalise on Tele2's "challenger culture" along with a "sharp focus on sustainability", but explained "I now feel that it is the right time for me to pass the baton". When Johnsen presented Tele2's Q2 earnings, he referenced what he believes is the "biggest technology transformation the Swedish telecom industry has ever seen", with the company itself also highlighting various awards for sustainability won during the period.