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Woohoo! We’ve just wrapped up the third annual Product at Heart conference. In case you’re new here and haven’t heard, Product at Heart is the annual conference for curious product people I co-organize here in Hamburg with Arne Kittler.
If you’d like to learn more about the event and its programming, you can explore the blog post recaps, video archives, and the photo stream over on the official Product at Heart website.
Read MoreA few years ago, my friend and business partner Arne attended his first House of Beautiful Business event. When he came back, he was full of awe—moved not just by the content, but by the atmosphere, the depth, the unexpected beauty of the whole experience. I remember thinking: Whatever this is, I want to feel it too. And this year I went!
Read MoreThroughout my life, I’ve witnessed and personally experienced the transformative power of collaboration. Measured in terms of both happiness and financial success, my journey has been shaped by partnerships, teamwork, and the ability to bring people together. I’ve found that collaboration, not competition, consistently leads to better outcomes, both in my professional life and in fostering a sense of fulfillment and doing no harm to others.
Read MoreExciting news! Teresa Torres and I have teamed up to bring you a brand-new podcast: "All Things Product." We know there are plenty of interview podcasts out there already, so we decided to try something different. This is not your typical interview show. Instead, we're tackling one topic at a time in short, weekly episodes (15-30 minutes)—perfect for a quick commute or coffee break.
Read MoreLast week was a tough one. Between Elon Musk giving airtime to Alice Weidel, the co-leader of Germany’s far-right AfD party, and Mark Zuckerberg dismantling Meta’s content moderation and DEI programs, the news felt like a series of punches. I shared some initial thoughts about this on LinkedIn, reflecting on how unsettling it is to realize that my generation of geeks helped build the very platforms now fueling these crises.
Read MoreCreating a conference talk isn’t a quick task—it’s a journey I’ve honed over years. I know many people underestimate how much effort goes into creating a great talk, so I’m sharing my entire process here. This is what goes into crafting something that connects, inspires, and lands just right for the audience.
Read MoreAs we close out 2024, I'm once again pausing to reflect on the past year—its wins, challenges, and the many meaningful moments. This annual reflection helps me celebrate progress, note lessons learned, and look forward with clarity. If you’re interested in seeing any previous years’ editions, you can browse through them here.
Read MoreAs we see 2024 on the horizon, I've decided to use some time to reflect and plan ahead. The annual ritual of penning this blog post helps me align my goals, and I hope it inspires you in your professional journey, too. Here's a look back at 2023 and a glimpse into what 2024 has in store for me.
Read MoreAs this summer draws to a close, I’m celebrating a major milestone: I’ve now completed ten years of running my own business. Whether I call myself a freelancer, solopreneur, coach, or consultant (and I’ve pretty much used all those labels at one point or another), I think it’s worth taking a moment to reflect on the past decade.
Read MoreThe countdown is on: Product at Heart is right around the corner! And while I generally try to restrain myself when talking about this event, I hope you’ll allow me a few moments of pure excitement. Here’s what makes the 2023 event especially thrilling.
#1 We’re going indie: Have we run this conference before? Yes. Arne Kittler and I have co-organized this conference in its previous incarnation as Mind the Product Engage Hamburg since 2017. But 2023 is the first time we’re running it on our own. It’s a MAJOR change for us, starting with creating a brand-new company, Cultivate Curiosity GmbH.
Read MoreOver the past few years, I’ve received an increasing number of requests from aspiring product coaches. I was curious about why that was the case, then overwhelmed by the number of requests, and ultimately decided to share some of my thoughts on this topic.
Read MoreKeeping focus is definitely a challenge as a one-woman show. And that is why I put together this annual blog post: Because it helps me with exactly that. Gaining focus. I come back to this post multiple times throughout the year and I sometimes use it when I have to politely explain to people why I can’t do what they want me to do (speak at a meetup, share my opinion on software they are developing, give them some advice, speak at their conference, write a chapter of their book, the list goes on and on!).
Read MoreAs the title of this post explains, I’m going to be taking two months off from working with clients. I know this announcement might be a little surprising or unexpected, so I wanted to take a moment to share my reasons and motivations for this decision.
Read MoreThe end of the year is almost here, which means it’s a good time to take a moment to reflect and look to the future. If you’re curious about what 2022 holds in store for me and my business, here are a few of the key themes I’ve identified for the year.
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