What’s an important guiding principle that informs the way you build and run your business?
That I’m always there for my team if there’s something they want to talk about or if they have doubts.
What motivated you to become an entrepreneur?
I always wanted to prove to myself that I can also do what so many others reached: build up a company from scratch to make things better.
What's an attitude that we should pay more attention to in the workplace?
Take care of the individual style of your colleagues - you can’t act the same with everyone.
What was a pivotal moment where your business made a big leap forward?
When a first C-Level from the market proved us right and said that we were doing exactly the right thing and wanted to be part of it.
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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.