Life is fleeting - we only get about 4,000 weeks if we're lucky. My dad lived 4,599 weeks, which might sound like a lot, but he often said it all passed in the blink of an eye. That perspective shapes how I live. I'm intentional about my choices, mindful of their long-term consequences, and deliberate in how I spend my time.
"I keep my life simple, balanced, and harmonious. My daily routine reflects this: no overpacked schedules or endless to-do lists. I focus on eating well, getting enough sleep, and letting go of things beyond my control. I see entrepreneurship as a gateway to freedom - freedom to embrace and savor the extraordinary wonders of life."
"By keeping life uncomplicated, I achieve a lot each day - and I do so without chaos. At work, my focus is clear: I prioritize deals, build meaningful relationships, and create systems that work. Deep work and genuine connections are my anchors. I avoid social media noise and the temptation to draw undue attention to myself."
"Some might say I have a knack for turning around troublesome projects and businesses, but I see myself as a dealmaker and fixer - someone fortunate enough to bridge gaps, solve problems, and make things happen. My goal is always the same: to leave things better than I found them."
Working 🧑🏼💻
I'm building Indiemaker and dealmaking at Machine Republic.
Reading 📚
Last year I read a lot of Japanese philosophy and literature - from The Power of Chowa: Finding Your Inner Strength Through the Japanese Concept of Balance and Harmony to The Japanese Myths: A Guide to Gods, Heroes and Spirits.
This year I've started with Fyodor Dostoevsky's The Brothers Karamazov and will do The Idiot and Crime and Punishment thereafter. Send recommendations for lighter reading after that!
Note: Books are my only real vice. I spend a lot of time in bookstores, carry a Kindle in my handbag and believe that a book is the ultimate gift.
Listening 👂🏼
I mostly opt for Audiobooks over Podcasts. That said, I do enjoy listening to Cal Newport's Deep Life Podcast.
Watching 👀
Diary of a CEO. Steve Bartlett is an exceptional interviewer. Beyond that, I enjoy the occasional movie and a good standup comedy.
Thinking 🤔
I'm thinking about minimalism, deep work, and how to meaningfully inspire and connect with people. The creator economy, one-person businesses, Web3 and AI - and how this shapes and changes how we work and relate to the world. And I spend a surprising amount of time thinking about creating joy, making memories, and raising compassionate and empathetic kids who actively contribute to society and work towards the betterment of humanity.
Living 🏡
Our family built a new house in 2023, so I'm very slowly completing the inside to turn it into a cosy but minimal family home. Time is mostly spent cooking, creating a vegetable garden with the kids, swimming and laughing at how my kids perceive and negotiate life.
Tinkering 🏡
Currently spending spare time on AI deep fakes - video and audio cloning. I'm experimenting with numerous tools and frameworks, trying to create a better content production system. If you have tips, feel free to email me!
Selling 💡
I'm looking for a home for a completed NFT collection. I created a project called FeistyFemale while learning about NFTs. The plan was to hand it over to someone who worked for me, when my learning journey was complete, but this never materialised. Consequently, this project has become one that I eagerly anticipate handing over to someone in this space. If you are interested in picking up on it, reach out.