Reading has been a central dimension of my intellectual and professional growth as long as I can remember. Its roots trace back to my early childhood, when my mother read stories aloud and helped me discover the joy of words, imagination, and meaning-making. What began as curiosity soon evolved into a sustained commitment to exploring ideas through reading - a practice that continues to shape how I learn, reflect, and contribute to my professional fields. In my post‑master education, reading functions as a core component of self‑directed learning. It allows me to independently identify topics of inquiry, formulate questions that advance understanding, and integrate new perspectives into my professional practice. Through reading, I continuously engage with texts across a range of domains including artificial intelligence, strategy, finance, values, emotions, leadership and organization. My reading practice is inherently reflective. It serves not only to acquire information but to cultivate deeper understanding through ongoing interpretation, critical analysis, and synthesis. Reflection transforms reading into an active learning process: I consciously relate theoretical concepts to practical experience, identify emerging patterns, and re‑evaluate my assumptions in light of new knowledge. This reflective engagement supports my development as a reflective practitioner who learns systematically from experience and applies insights to real‑world contexts in work areas such as education, coaching and strategic consulting.

Digital platforms such as Amazon Kindle enhance the accessibility and continuity of this self‑directed learning process, enabling me to maintain a global and mobile digital library. Beyond reading, the act of writing takeaways and critical reflections from books on platforms such as amazon, goodreads and The StoryGraph has become a vital part of my learning cycle. To me, translating insight into writing reinforces comprehension, supports knowledge consolidation, and invites peer interaction - turning individual reading into an interactive and socially engaged form of learning. Each book I read contributes to an evolving web of understanding that connects theory, practice, and reflection. For example, literature on AI sharpens my ethical and strategic awareness of technological transformation. Texts on finance deepen my literacy in decision-making and sustainability. Works on strategy strengthen my systems thinking. And readings on emotions, values and purpose enhance my capacity for empathy, dialogue, and purpose-driven leadership. In sum, reading supports my ongoing post‑master education as an intentional practice of self‑directed, reflective, and integrative learning. It sustains my intellectual curiosity, strengthens analytical rigor, and continually renews my ability to bridge knowledge with action in service of meaningful and sustainable change.

Writing plays a vital role in my post-master education and professional learning. It functions both as a medium of reflection and as a research method that helps me articulate, test, and refine emerging ideas. Through writing, I connect theoretical perspectives with practical insights, bridging disciplines such as innovation management, adult education, and the ethical use of technology. Each text becomes part of an iterative process of inquiry - transforming thought into shared knowledge. Digital self-publishing platforms have been instrumental in this process. Channels I have used to share various kinds of research include Blogger, Calaméo, Issuu, Scribd, SlideShare, and Wordpress. I experienced that platforms like these extend the boundaries of academic communication, enabling continuous dialogue with practitioners, learners, and colleagues across fields. My writing focuses on interconnected themes such as responsible innovation, AI literacy, as well as experiential and lifelong learning. For example, I explore how technologies can support creative thinking when guided by ethical awareness and inclusive governance. Likewise, my reflections on education and coaching highlight the role of dialogue, storytelling, and co-creation in fostering reflective practice and active citizenship. A further strand of my work concerns sustainable and cooperative models of development. Writing about these initiatives allows me to examine how organizations can balance economic, social, and environmental values through participatory strategies. Across all these areas, writing serves as a space linking conceptual understanding with professional application. Ultimately, the ongoing practice of publishing and sharing my work online represents an integral part of my educational journey. It enables well, I experience, feedback, collaboration, and public accountability, while reinforcing writing as an essential means of learning and contribution within a global, knowledge-driven society.

Having developed an interest in finance during my bachelor education and master education, I decided to pursue further education in finance. Not only did it allow me to deepen my understanding of finance. It also allowed me to bridge theory with practice, as I was concurrently doing accounting work for apartment owners. Tasks I did helped me apply academic concepts to real-world financial management and strengthen my analytical and problem-solving skills.

Over the past several years, I have contributed to research through the McKinsey Global Survey Panel, sharing insights and feedback on a wide range of strategic and organizational topics. These contributions reflect my ongoing engagement with research that seeks to understand how leaders and organizations navigate complex challenges and adapt to shifting global contexts. Topics I have contributed to include: 

• Economic conditions across the world.

• COVID-19 and the economy.

• How companies communicate with government / regulators and other external stakeholders.

• How companies manage the combination of financial, environmental, and social issues (ESG).

• Organizations' sustainability efforts.

• How companies make good ideas happen - including developing, communicating, and implementing change initiatives.

• How decision making is done.

• Artificial intelligence (AI).

• How companies use social media.

• How leaders design new ways of organizing.

• Agile organizations and transformations.

• Activities, role and effectiveness of boards of directors within the organizations they serve.

• Boards during the COVID-19 era.

• How leaders understand leadership, and how they understand and develop themselves. 

For some time, I have participated in various McKinsey webinars. What I particularly value about these sessions is that the research shared is of high quality, the events are well moderated, and participants can contribute questions and comments via chat throughout the events. This interactive format has allowed me not only to learn from experts but also to deepen my understanding by engaging directly with presenters. Across all these webinars, I have found that asking questions not only sharpens understanding but also enriches the collective learning experience. It turns each event from a passive presentation into an active dialogue about how research and strategy intersect with leadership and societal progress. These are examples of topics that have been dealt with during the webinars I have taken part in during the period 2024-2025:

Strategy and leadership
Through webinars such as "Bridging the gap between strategy and execution", "The CEO as chief storyteller", "How CEOs learn to lead from the inside out", "Driving effective CEO stakeholder engagement", and "Improving strategy with AI", I gained persectives on how leaders can better align strategic intent with daily actions. Asking questions in these sessions allowed me to explore the human and organizational dimensions of leadership - how clear communication, purpose, and learning agility can make strategies more effective and sustainable.

Investment and growth
Wecasts like "Private capital gets more alternative", "Understanding and managing company value", "Improving performance through cleansheeting", "How private capital maximizes talent impact", "Anticipating the investor's mindset", an "Investing in win-win social initiatives" highlighted evolving investment strategies and the value of inclusive, forward-looking business models. Through active participation in asking questions I strengthened my understand of how organizations balance financial results with long-term social and environmental goals. 

Technology, innovation and transformation 
Contributing to webcasts "AI, data centers, and the energy equation", "Unlocking the full value of gen AI", "Generative AI: Demonstrating impact in Operations", "Transformation and new business building", and "Future frontiers: Navigating the next wave of tech innovations", I explored how organizations can leverage technology responsibly to create new value. By engaging through questions, I was able to link technical insights with broader business transformation themes and the role of human-centered leadership in adopting AI.

Sustainability, markets and emerging trends
Webinars such as "What to expect at COP29", "Investing in the future of wellness and beauty", "Faces, places, and trends: The state of tourism & hospitality", "Lessons from innovative growers", and "Finding opportunity during uncertainty" broadened my view of markets shaped by sustainability and consumer change. Contributing with questions in these sessions deepened my appreciation for systems thinking - how shifts in technology, energy, and consumer behavior intersect to shape the future of industries.

Geopolitics and risk management
Sessions like "Taking a proactive approach to geopolitics", "Geopolitics: Shaping your tariff response", "Helping boards navigate geopolitical risks", and "How boards can tackle geopolitical risk" provided insights into how companies anticipate and respond to global uncertainties. Contributing with questions during these sessions, I strengthened my understanding of how boards and executives can balance agility with responsibility - turning geopolitical challenges into opportunities for resilience and innovation.

Through active participation in webinars organized by Nadine and Paul Sinclair (mindmatters.pro), I deepened my expertise in mental health coaching, resilience training, and wellbeing-oriented leadership. The highly interactive sessions helped bridge knowledge from neuroscience, trauma-informed coaching, and practical methods for cultivating psychological safety and sustainable performance in individuals and teams. Engaging with mental health practitioners enriched my capacity to coach with empathy and scientific insight, supporting clients in building resilience, balance, and emotional strength in both personal and professional contexts. The focus on trauma-informed practice and psychological safety reinforced ethical approaches to sensitive topics such as grief and people-pleasing - encouraging an open and curious mindset in client-centered resilience work. These experiences also strengthened my ability to create emotionally safe and respectful spaces, where vulnerability and authenticity can emerge. Techniques drawn from mindfulness, neuroplasticity, and sleep science enhanced my calm, focused presence in emotionally charged conversations about stress and adversity. Sessions on boundaries and emotional regulation were particularly valuable in refining empathetic listening skills - key to uncovering underlying concerns and fostering genuine wellbeing in coaching dialogues.

In 2021, I participated in a series of sessions focused on empowering leaders to create workplaces that support mental wellbeing and build resilience. This work involved learning how to identify stressors, encourage open conversations about mental health, and design environments that strengthen both individual and collective resilience. In 2023, I deepened my understanding of how restorative sleep supports emotional balance and resilience. I explored the connection between sleep quality, mental clarity, and stress recovery, integrating this knowledge into coaching practices that promote sustainable energy and wellbeing. In 2024, I contributed to a series of expert-led discussions and workshops exploring the many dimensions of resilience and mental health: 

1. Trauma and resilience – understanding how past experiences shape emotional regulation and applying coaching tools to support healing and growth.

2. Cultivating resilient leadership: Helping leaders build trust-based cultures, strengthen adaptability, and use mindfulness for effective self-regulation.

3. Neuroplasticity and resilience: Integrating brain research into coaching methods that encourage learning, behavior change, and cognitive flexibility.

4. People pleasing: Why we say yes when we mean no – building self-awareness, healthy boundaries, and assertive communication to support mental wellbeing.

5. Grief as a pathway to resilience: Exploring how individuals can transform loss and adversity into growth, meaning, and renewed purpose.

In 2025, I took part in the research challenge “Communicating with each ither” (German: “Miteinander reden”), organized by researchers at the University of Zürich. The initiative focused on improving the quality of dialogue and mutual understanding in situations where people hold differing opinions or interests. Examples include conflicts between partners, within families, among team members in a company, or between a manager and an employee. Within this context, I further developed my competences as a conflict advisor, deepening my knowledge of methods for fostering respectful and solution-oriented communication. As part of the conflict advisory training, I participated in over twenty structured sessions, both in-person at different venues and through online formats. These experiences allowed me to apply established and experimental approaches to conflict resolution, observe group dynamics, and practice guiding discussions designed to transform disagreement into collaboration. The program strengthened my capacity to mediate conflicts between individuals as well as within groups and professional teams. The competencies I advanced during this period included:

• Structured resolution: Facilitating purposeful conversations that explore core needs, generate constructive ideas, and lead to solutions jointly formulated by all parties.

• Empathic listening: Engaging in active listening by paraphrasing contributions, asking clarifying questions, and reflecting expressed emotions. This approach supported the use of “I” statements, respectful wording, and an awareness of nonverbal communication.

• Emotion management: Recognizing and acknowledging emotions as valuable sources of insight without judgment, and using emotional awareness to strengthen well-being and cooperation.

• Neutral mediation: Remaining impartial and appreciating diverse viewpoints. By maintaining a neutral stance, I helped create trust and calm even in challenging discussions.

Beyond the formal training, I dedicated substantial time throughout 2025 to developing and refining conflict consulting methods. This included conducting background research on conflict theory, testing as well as evaluating communication exercises, and composing a Conflict consulting guide, which includes practical tools for mediators and advisors. I also participated in a range of workshops during which we brainstormed and discussed important issues and relevant methods. These exchanges deepened my understanding of how structured communication methods can promote not only conflict resolution but also stronger relationships and shared learning in diverse social and organizational contexts.

Since moving to Switzerland in 2006, I have found it fascinating to learn about the country’s system of direct democracy. It strikes me as deeply connected to how people live and engage with their communities. Democracy, in any setting, holds great importance for me because it is grounded in the belief in freedom and equality among people - two values that I hold dear. What I especially admire about Switzerland is that citizens have the opportunity, several times each year, to vote on a wide range of issues. This level of participation is both remarkable and globally unique. Compared with Denmark, I have observed that the Swiss have many more opportunities to take part in shaping laws and policies. This enables Swiss citizens to actively contribute to strengthening and improving the society.

Driven by curiosity to better understand democracy in Switzerland, I decided to take in several initiatives about democracy over the years. I began by researching the Swiss political system. In 2017, I joined the open course #DigitalDemocracyIPZ, a course that deepened my understanding of how democracy is evolving in a digital age. I also learned from the work of organizations such as easyvote, Vimentis, and WeCollect that work on  promoting democratic participation and citizens' engagement in Switzerland. To place modern democracy in a broader historical context, I explored writings from the Enlightenment period - including ideas of Immanuel Kant and other thinkers who contributed to the concept of the social contract. In addition, I took part in international exchanges such as the 2020 Online Forum on Modern Direct Democracy and contributed to several events through Democracy International. Each of these initiatives has enriched my understanding of how democratic values are practiced and renewed in societies around the world.

Studying the Swiss political system, a few aspects surprised me. One of the first things that caught my attention was that Swiss women gained the right to vote relatively late - in 1971. This was striking to me, as in Denmark - where I was born and raised - women have had the right to vote since 1915. The contrast highlighted how even societies known for progressiveness can evolve at very different paces. I was also surprised to learn that a significant share of people living in Switzerland are not entitled to vote because they do not hold Swiss citizenship. Reflecting on the many individuals who have lived, worked, and contributed to Swiss society for years without having a say in its decisions made me think deeply about the concept of dignity - our inherent value and worth as human beings, independent of citizenship status. An additional observation that stood out to me was participation rates. In several elections, fewer than half of the eligible voters actually exercise their right to vote. This raises important questions about engagement, trust, and motivation in democratic systems. Finally, I noticed that introducing electronic voting in Switzerland has been a slow process. This surprised me, given how widely digital tools are used in everyday life. It made me wonder how societies balance innovation with security, trust, and inclusiveness when modernizing democratic processes.

In 2006 I moved from Denmark to Switzerland. Over time, I learned that in order to become eligible to vote in Swiss elections, one must first become a citizen. To apply for citizenship, several conditions must be fulfilled. Among these are having lived in Switzerland for at least ten years and holding a C residence permit. During my first decade in Switzerland, I went through several stages of residence status. When I arrived in 2006, I received an L permit, which I was invited to renew later. In 2008, I was invited to obtain a B permit, and four years later, in 2012, I was invited to renew the B permit. Later that same year, I became eligible to apply for and purchase a C permit. Five years later, in 2017, I was invited to renew this C permit. At the beginning of 2018, I became entitled to apply for Swiss citizenship. This milestone marked the beginning of a Swiss citizenship application process that lasted about two years. Throughout this time, I was asked to prepare and submit various documents to different authorities. The relatively intensive process, from which I learned a lot, also included a knowledge test covering a wide range of topics related to Switzerland, the canton of Zürich, and the city of Zürich. Questions addressed areas such as history, the political system, citizens’ rights and duties, social insurance, national holidays, food, geography, and the education system.

In 2020, after living in Switzerland for about fourteen years, I became a Swiss citizen. Thereby, I gained the right to vote - a milestone that carried profound personal meaning. The path to citizenship had already taught me a great deal about myself - including about my personal values, my sense of belonging, and the range of emotions that arose in different stages of the Swiss citizenship application process. I still vividly remember receiving my first voting materials that were sent to me by physical mail. The moment touched me deeply, both physically and emotionally. I felt immense joy - a quiet yet powerful sense of equality with the people among whom I live. I felt something unique in my mind and heart that it is difficult for me to explain with words. At this moment, I felt like a genuine member of the community. I realized that my voice mattered, that my perspective was valued and welcomed within the shared democratic process. That realization strengthened my self-confidence and gave me renewed energy. It inspired me to follow political developments more closely and to reflect on proposed laws and new initiatives with greater engagement. Becoming a Swiss citizen became for me a profound affirmation of belonging, dignity, and active participation in the society I now proudly call home.

After finishing my master’s degree, I became increasingly curious about how people actually learn and how good teaching can make a genuine difference in the lives of students. This curiosity deepened over time and gradually turned into a passion for understanding education not just as a system of instruction, but as a meaningful way to support individual growth, curiosity, and confidence. I realized that learning is really useful when it feels relevant, engaging, and connected to real experience. Also, I realized that the role of an educator is to create the conditions in which this kind of learning can take root. Alongside my teaching commitments, I decided to invest more intentionally in my own professional formation as an educator. I took part in teacher education and development programs offered by Feusi Bildungszentrum, the Zürich University of Teacher Education, and the Swiss Society for Early Childhood Research. These further education initiatives enabled me to acquire a strong combination of theoretical insight, pedagogical practice, and opportunities for reflection. Each learning experience added new layers to my understanding of effective teaching - from lesson planning and classroom dynamics to differentiation, cooperation, and inclusive learning design. I feel gratitude for these learning experiences which helped me to significantly strengthen my teaching competencies.

Through these studies, I became particularly interested in how teachers can act more as facilitators of learning than as transmitters of knowledge. I learned to see coaching as an integral part of what educators do: A way of empowering students to find their own solutions, ask deep questions, and develop self-awareness. Exploring various feedback styles - from kind words that motivate students to honest feedback that challenges - deepened my understanding of the important role that psychological safety play in strengthening meaningful learning.  One theme that has fascinated me over many years is the role of play in learning and creative thinking. I have long believed that play is not just for children but an essential mode of exploration and imagination at all ages. My studies and encounters in early childhood research confirmed how play nurtures curiosity, problem-solving, and social skills - thereby providing a foundation for lifelong learning. It reminded me that joy and discovery are closely intertwined. Perhaps what has influenced me most are the many conversations I have had - both in person and online - with people who share this passion for education. These exchanges, often spontaneous and full of insight, have widened my perspective and reinforced my belief that learning is a deeply human process.

Among the many advantages enabled by digital technologies, open education stands out to me as one of the most transformative. It serves, I find, as a powerful force for democratizing knowledge, breaking down barriers of geography, background, and privilege. I have long believed that education should be a universal right rather than a privilege reserved for a few, and open education brings that vision closer to reality. Through freely accessible learning platforms, people across the world can now explore ideas, acquire skills, and contribute meaningfully to their communities, regardless of location or financial means. As someone who deeply values lifelong learning and equal opportunity, I find it both motivating and humbling to take part in open education initiatives. The wealth of perspectives and the spirit of curiosity that these platforms foster are truly inspiring. I experience that open education not only provides access to knowledge but also invites collaboration, creativity, and shared growth across borders. I feel grateful for the opportunity to have participated multiple times in Stanford University’s open learning programs. Thank you for making open education an inspiring journey of exploration and contribution.

Through Stanford University’s open learning programs, I have had the privilege to engage with and contribute to four particularly memorable initiatives that have enriched both my professional work and personal outlook. In Business Models for Social Impact, I examined with fellow contributors how innovation and entrepreneurship can be applied to create sustainable, positive change. This education initiative deepened my understanding of how thoughtful business design can serve as a catalyst for addressing complex societal challenges. Design Thinking offered a hands-on framework for creative problem-solving and encouraged me to look at user needs from multiple perspectives, applying empathy and experimentation to develop meaningful solutions. In Mobile Health Without Borders, I explored together with other participants how technology can transform healthcare delivery, especially in underserved regions - a reminder of how digital innovation can directly improve lives. In addition, The Active Citizen in a Digital Age invited deep reflection on civic participation and digital responsibility, underscoring the importance of engagement, ethics, and awareness in an increasingly interconnected world. Each of these experiences has strengthened my conviction that digital tools and open resources can help build a more inclusive, informed, and compassionate global community. 

Participating in open education initiatives offered by Yale University has been intellectually stimulating and deeply enriching. The learning challenges I have felt joy of being part of exemplify to me how accessible, high-quality academic resources can expand one’s perspective well beyond traditional boundaries. I have had the pleasure of engaging in two particularly thought-provoking courses: Moralities of Everyday Life and Narrative Economics. Each provided distinctive insights into human behavior, society, and decision-making, yet together they revealed fascinating connections between ethics, psychology, and economics. Engaging with these two learning initiatives broadened my intellectual horizon and reinforced my belief in the power of interdisciplinary learning. The combination of economic storytelling and moral psychology  offered a uniquely holistic perspective on how human motivations, collective emotions, and shared meanings drive both ethical and economic systems. Beyond the academic content, the learning challenges strengthened my appreciation for lifelong learning and for initiatives that democratize access to world-class knowledge. The lessons I have drawn - between narrative and rationality and about the interplay between empathy and incentive, continue to inform my professional approach to leadership, strategy, and innovation.

The learning challenge Narrative Economics highlighted how stories, metaphors, and collective myths influence economic behavior and shape societal change. What resonated most with me was the idea that data and logic alone rarely drive economic outcomes; rather, it is the stories people tell about the economy—about confidence, fear, innovation, or prosperity—that shape investment decisions, consumption patterns, and even political movements. This course illustrated how economic narratives spread like social contagions, affecting behaviors on both individual and institutional levels. Reflecting on these insights, I became more attentive to the role of communication, framing, and public sentiment in shaping strategic decisions and market dynamics. Moralities of Everyday Life explored how moral behavior and ethical decision-making emerge in everyday contexts, drawing on findings from psychology, philosophy, and neuroscience. I learned how empathy, fairness, and group identity shape our judgments of right and wrong. The course invited me to reflect on how intuitive and rational processes interact when people face moral dilemmas, and how cultural norms and emotional predispositions influence our sense of justice. I found these ideas immediately relevant - both in interpreting social interactions and in understanding leadership challenges where competing moral values often coexist. The course encouraged a more nuanced awareness of how our moral reasoning evolves and how empathy can be cultivated as a skill rather than viewed merely as a trait. 

Since 2012, I have had the great privilege to actively contribute to research as part of the Harvard Business Review (HBR) Advisory Council, an online research community of global professionals. Through this collaboration, I have deepened my understanding of emerging trends in business, technology, leadership, and education. My involvement has strengthened skills in analytical thinking, strategic reflection, and evidence-based communication.

Types of contributions

• Written contributions: Providing feedback and evaluation of article content and relevance. Sharing insights on design and content presentation. Suggesting ideas for future research themes and product innovations. Contributing to concept testing for new editorial and digital products. Participating in cover design evaluations and prototype reviews. 

• Oral contribution: Participated by invitation in a Harvard Business Review interview (June 2017) about emotional intelligence training, sharing perspectives on learning and behavioral development.

Competency areas and learning highlights

1. Strategy, innovation, and sustainability:  Through contributions to strategic and innovation-focused studies, I have developed greater systems thinking and strategic foresight capabilities. Acquired competencies: Strategic analysis, innovation mindset, and sustainability literacy. Key areas explored:

• The future of innovation and its societal impact.

• Strategic thinking and organizational adaptability.

• Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks.

2. Leadership and emotional intelligence: In participating in research on leadership development, I refined my understanding of human dynamics, resilience, and relational effectiveness. Acquired competencies: Self-awareness, empathy-based leadership, and conflict navigation. Key areas explored:

• Leadership and organizational culture.

• Emotional agility, intelligence, and competence.

• Conflict management and resolution.

3. Technology and digital transformation: Engaging with research on the evolving use of technology in the workplace has enhanced my technological awareness and critical evaluation skills. Acquired competencies: Digital literacy, trend analysis, and technology foresight. Key areas explored:

• Effective use of multimedia tools at work.

• Applications and implications of drones.

• Artificial intelligence and its role in augmenting human capabilities.

4. Education and learning practices: Participation in studies on learning and workforce development has expanded my insights into how organizations foster continuous learning and capability building. Acquired competencies: Instructional design insight, learning system evaluation, and workplace training analysis. Key areas explored:

• Learning strategies and knowledge sharing.

• Training and retention of deskless or frontline employees.

• Reliable sources for business and management education.

Participating in the innovative Citizen Science research project “Know the Air You Breathe” was a wonderfully engaging and educational experience. The project invited participants (citizen scientists) to explore the quality of indoor air through hands-on experiments, collaborative learning, and open communication with researchers. As part of my contribution, I measured air quality in different rooms of the place where I live. I used digital sensors to capture variations in factors such as carbon dioxide levels, humidity, and particulate matter. This process helped me become more aware of how everyday activities and ventilation habits influence air quality and overall well-being in living spaces.

To document and share my findings, I published reflections and data visualizations on social media and on my blog, for example here. These posts encouraged dialogues with other people interested in healthy indoor environments. Beyond the online exchange, I had the opportunity to connect - at ETH Zurich - with fellow researchers and citizen scientists during workshops such as this one. These interactions deepened my understanding of both the scientific methods involved and the societal importance of accessible environmental monitoring. Through this collaborative process, I not only gained technical skills in data collection and interpretation but also strengthened my appreciation for Citizen Science as a bridge between academic research and everyday life. The project inspired me to continue exploring how individuals can contribute meaningfully to scientific inquiry and environmental awareness in their communities.

Participating in Thinkers50’s LinkedIn Live sessions was a wonderful way to stay inspired and connected with forward-thinking people. I really enjoyed how the moderators, Des Dearlove and Stuart Crainer, created space for meaningful and insightful conversations with their guests and other contributors to the innovative digital events. Themes they explored opened new perspectives on leadership, innovation, and the future of work. What I particularly valued about the Thinkers50 LinkedIn live events was the opportunity to participate actively via the live chat. Being able to contribute with questions, experiences, and ideas during the sessions turned each event into an engaging learning experience. In 2025, the Thinkers50 Summit in London focused on regeneration - a topic that resonates deeply with me. I learned that regeneration is about restoring, renewing, and enabling human, organizational, as well as environmental systems to thrive continuously. Listening to the speakers and other event contributors discuss how regenerative thinking can shape leadership, business, and society was truly inspiring. The event inspired me to do research about regeneration. 

Participating in the Methoden am Montag workshop series, organized by researchers affiliated with the University of Zürich and ETH Zürich, has been a deeply enriching and inspiring experience. The series’ interdisciplinary format fostered a dynamic forum where scholars and practitioners from diverse fields could critically engage with one another, exchange methodological perspectives, and experiment with innovative approaches to research design and analysis. Through the workshops, I developed a sharper awareness of how methodological choices shape not only the trajectory and outcomes of research but also the underlying assumptions about knowledge, evidence, and inquiry. I especially valued contributing to reflective discussions, learning from others’ professional experiences, and collaboratively exploring what makes research both rigorous and imaginative. Engaging during the workshop series deepened my appreciation of methodological pluralism as a foundation for responsible, creative, and socially meaningful scholarship.