As September rolls in, our adventure along the Atlantic coast continues. Next stop: Biarritz. For years, I’ve been obsessed with visiting this charming city. Widely known for its laid-back luxury and surfing paradise, it’s not so easy to get to… but somehow everyone seems to end up here eventually. And even though we only stayed for 24 … Continue reading France diaries part 2: Dune du Pilat and the beauty of Biarritz
France Diaries Part 1: Germany >> Arcachon area
We’re nearing the end of our first week on a road trip through Germany, France, and Spain, and there are so many impressions in my head that I’m struggling to put them into words. I have so much to say about this laid-back region on the Atlantic Ocean: the kindness of the people, the seduction … Continue reading France Diaries Part 1: Germany >> Arcachon area
June recap: The Maimann and a lot of hot days
It’s been a mostly hot month in Germany and everywhere else in the world. And I’m only partly talking about the weather. There comes a point when no one can ignore what’s happening politically and globally, and there's no clear answer to the question of who’s right and who’s wrong. It’s a big illusion that … Continue reading June recap: The Maimann and a lot of hot days
A short story about trying to find a tech co-founder
This is a short story about all the various ways we tried to get a tech pro to join our up-and-coming startup, and what we did instead. We're creating neonine.ai, a super cool video creator. But our tech limitations in building it started to show somewhere between a Figma file and a Miro board. We … Continue reading A short story about trying to find a tech co-founder
On getting away into the woods: Day 1 escaping the city
Living in a mid-sized German city, I’m surrounded by noise, buildings, and trash 24/7. And there are people everywhere. On the streets, in buses, parks, and countless cafés. And all the events you need to attend, from after-work drinks and networking meetups to constant invites from my gym and various organisations. And that's only one part.. … Continue reading On getting away into the woods: Day 1 escaping the city
Creating my first startup in under 3 months… what does it really take?
I’ve always liked stories from first-time founders who started from zero and grew their companies into something big. Financial freedom and “being your own boss” are good reasons, but that’s not why I found it fascinating. It’s because most successful founders found a real pain point to solve. And I appreciate true and honest stories … Continue reading Creating my first startup in under 3 months… what does it really take?
About spring and passion: tiny daily wins accumulated over time
I can't remember the exact moment I started working out daily. Maybe the spring sun outside inspired me to go for a run. But nearly two months later, it's become a consistent part of my daily life and it helps with anxiety and sleep. It's also an exercise in patience. Every time I work out, … Continue reading About spring and passion: tiny daily wins accumulated over time
Notes from a first-time founder
“Keep calm and carry on and on and on…” So many things to do, so little time. So much coffee. Another month of 2025 gone, and it still feels surreal that I’m sitting here, in a room with really high ceilings about 80km away from the next large city in Germany, balancing a full-time job … Continue reading Notes from a first-time founder
On the move: New beginnings and the power of running
There are clubs you can't belong to, neighborhoods you can't live in, schools you can't get into, but the roads are always open. — Nike I was sitting in a restaurant with some of my closest friends, drinking wine and chatting about the past year and what lay ahead when the conversation turned to running. … Continue reading On the move: New beginnings and the power of running
December Blues, Anyone? Navigating the Gloomiest Month of the Year
Working remotely in the thick German winter feels... heavy and tiring. The days and nights blend into one big grey blur, and it's all too easy to lose motivation to do anything. Even the simplest tasks, like dressing up or putting on makeup, feel meaningless. And honestly? I'm starting to get tired of all the … Continue reading December Blues, Anyone? Navigating the Gloomiest Month of the Year
EXPRESSO NIGHTS 