Life & value creation / DL
— A list of things I live by and live for: entrepreneurship, travel, music, inspiring individuals, literature, gadgets and beyond.
THE QUOTE I LIVE BY
“You are always a student, never a master. Keep moving forward always.”
— A quote that reflects how I approach life — with curiosity, humility, and a constant drive to learn and grow.
MUSIC
Music is a big part of my life. I listen broadly, and I live by the principle: let the mood set the tone. Here’s my Spotify profile if you’re curious about my soundtrack. 🎶
EVENT
Some of the most inspiring and mind-expanding gatherings I’ve attended or followed include:
- SIME — where innovation meets purpose
- SLUSH — the world’s most founder-focused startup event
- TED TALKS — a global goldmine of ideas worth spreading
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Eat your greens — rule number one. But I also love the art of indulgence. Great food and drinks are part of life’s joy 🍦🥂 — and yes, I consider myself a bit of a connoisseur in that department.
Training is another non-negotiable. I believe in integrating passion with discipline. My fitness journey includes everything from obstacle course races like Tough Viking and Spartan to snowmobile freeriding in Canada with some of the world’s best sledders or competing in top Padel tournaments in Spain.
I set both micro and macro goals — physical, intellectual, and personal — to keep evolving. A strong body and a curious, stimulated mind go hand in hand. I aim to stay open, learn constantly, and remain grounded through mindfulness 🧘🏼♂️
NOTABLE INDIVIDUALS
Bill Gates (Bill & Melinda Gates foundation and The Giving Pledge 🙏🏻)
John Hagel– for his systems thinking and long-term perspectives.
NON-FICTION
I love reading biographies and inspirational stories. Authors like Walter Isaacson bring complex people and ideas to life in brilliant ways.
FICTION
One of my favorite books of all time: The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown — I love all historical connections and mystique. Snow Crash by Neal Stephenson is another great book. If you consider when it is written, it’s probably one of the most visionary and influential SciFi pieces ever.
Some other notable books, Shamaran.
MOVIES
I love a great movie and is storytelling at its most immersive. A few directors who I like that consistently push the edge:
and you are welcome to check out my Favorite Movie Toplist on IMDb
GEAR
Macbook + iPhone + Airpods = everyday essentials👌🏻
GoPro — awesome action camera for outdoor activities
Soundboks — because as I like music, you need to feel the bass...
TRAVEL
I was raised with a traveling mom & dad and visited many not so usual touristy countries during my upbringing. Travel has taught me perspective and empathy, and continues to fuel my curiosity.
