What's a mistake that you're happy you've made?
I'm happy I chose a highly regulated market, even though it was tough. It taught me a lot about patience, attention to detail, and the importance of doing things right. These lessons have made me better at what I do.
What shift in perspective has allowed you to see things differently?
Taking the pressure off has helped me see things differently. Health takes time, and it's all about people. We're not just moving software; we're dealing with real human lives. This mindset shift has changed how I work.
What book do you recommend the most?
I highly recommend "Rising Strong" by Brené Brown. It's an incredible book about resilience and how to bounce back from failure. Brown's insights on vulnerability, courage, and personal growth have been really inspiring and practical for navigating both personal and professional challenges.
What's an attitude that we should pay more attention to in the workplace?
In the workplace, we should focus more on just being human. Let everyone be themselves and treat each other with kindness. We only have one life, and nobody needs unkindness in it. Being kind and understanding makes a better place for everyone.
When times are tough, who or what is an anchor for you?
When times are tough, my anchor is knowing my own values and the meaning I find in life. Being able to reconnect with what's truly important to me helps me stay grounded and navigate through challenges.
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When times are tough, who or what is an anchor for you?
My co-founders are my anchor in work-related topics. Having an environment where failure is welcomed with a helping hand and where weakness is valued as openness, once you are down those people will drag you up.
What's a mistake that you're happy you've made?
When I was 16 (way before the internet) I founded a travel-partner agency to connect people from different backgrounds seeking travel companions. After a year, I had to close the agency due to a lack of customers and the confusion some callers had regarding the nature of the “service.” Despite this setback, I gained invaluable insights into sales, communication and people’s needs, solidifying my desire to run a business that helps people.
What motivated you to become an entrepreneur?
After graduating, I worked for an extremely well-paying automotive company. But I always had the feeling that there was more out there. So I quit and went into research with the aim of becoming a founder.
What should leaders understand about their own role and responsibility?
There are no overnight miracles, it's very hard work: both physically and emotionally. Requires resilience, grit, strategic approach and grind.