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As 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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