Today had an awesome opportunity to discuss directly with a person who has made one of the biggest impact on me in the past years, the coding entrepreneur, hope of the nation, even of the world, the one building deep bridges between China, Finland and the world, the Nokia chairman and F-secure founder, Mr. Risto…
Category: Productivity
Wisdoms from the Mighty Eagle
When you come to crossroads and think your further steps, it’s sometimes good to ask viewpoint from people who have been there and already done that. I had the privilege to hear super feedback and advice from the Mighty Eagle, Angry Birds co-founder and long time sales and marketing master, Peter Vesterbacka. As I’m developing…
(Thanks Signmark!) Back in China – straight into the buzz; + 3 new things what Signmark’s China visit made me think about
Views and thoughts on returning to China and what Finnish rap-artist Signmark’s China visit brought up.
How to run a company in China? (updated)
“You learn how to run a company only by running a company.” — Ben Horowitz I love Hard Thing About Hard Things! That among many other giant works that has supported me a lot during this spring. But it is about running a company, not about China. “You learn how to run a company in…
The meaning of Slush to me – Do what you love, never give up, don’t fear failure (and learn)
After this year’s Shanghai, Tokyo and Singapore events Slush is back at home in Helsinki. Honoured to join and be part of the coolest startup event in the world. Since 2008 Slush has been changing the way people think about entrepreneurship and reaching and achieving your dreams. I’m particularly fond of the example and inspirational…
Positive revolution in the world through entrepreneurship
“It’s leadership that rejects complacency, breaks through bureaucracy, challenges corruption. Doing what’s right, not what’s easy. It’s the radical idea of creating hope in a cynical world. Changing the way the world tackles poverty and building a world based on dignity.” Jacqueline Novogratz, Founder of Acumen in Slush Silver Stage on November 2015 Entrepreneurship is a…
AI, VR, Drones…. and other best industries to start business in 2016
A lot of things going on in China and the world in tech and business. And a LOT of my friends are talking about putting up their own startup or business in 2016. So where to head in to? What industries give most interesting opportunities? If 4 out of 5 companies fail in the…
My six core areas for 2016
Family (and friends) Where is your home? Who are you living with? Who are your closest friends? Who’s your love? How do you raise your children? I realize, I need a family. I need a home. I’m 31 soon and I don’t have a home. Isn’t that tragic. “Your home is where you go.”…
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