Things Are Moving Fast! The Fourth 2-Week Review

The first ? of the 90-Day Comeback Challenge is finished, and today we reflect on the last two weeks. It’s amazing how far we’ve come so far in the 90-Day Comeback Challenge – time flies when you’re working really hard! In case you missed the previous reflections, here are the links to the previous résumés:

• First 2-week résumé
• Second 2-week résumé
• Half-Time Review

Let’s now start into the fourth 2-week review:

Day 46: A Hike & a Group of Teenagers

On Day 46, I went on a hike and met a group of teenagers who impressed me.?It was amazing to see these teenagers hiking without their phones, laughing, and talking to each other – a rare sight these days.?This made me reflect on the importance of education and societal changes.

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Day 47: Board Games

Day 47 was all about board games.?Board games have played a central role in my life by fostering a fighting spirit, patience, and strategic thinking.?They are not only entertaining but also educational and promote social interactions.

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Day 48: Board Meetings Explained

On Day 48, I explained how our board meetings are conducted and the role of the board in a company.?Effective board meetings are crucial for strategic alignment and transparency in a company.

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Day 49: Manager Feedback & Self-Reflection

Day 49 was dedicated to the topic of manager feedback and self-reflection.?Feedback is a powerful tool for development, recognizing both strengths and weaknesses.?I explained how our performance reviews are conducted internally and the methods we use.

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Day 50: Design vs. UX vs. Cost vs. Features – What Should You Focus On?

On Day 50, it was all about priorities in product development.?An attractive design can attract customers, but a good user experience ensures they stay.?It is important to set the right priorities and decide based on customer feedback and research.

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Day 51: Marketing Focus on NEW or EXISTING Customers?

On Day 51, I talked about an important tactical marketing decision:?Should you focus your marketing on existing customers or new customers??Both approaches have their pros and cons, and I shared tips and tricks on this topic.

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Day 52: Plan Change

Day 52 was dedicated to the topic of changing plans.?Sometimes it is necessary to change a plan to respond to new challenges and circumstances.?I talked about my decision tree and how to recognize when it’s time to change a plan.

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Day 53: Strengthening Relationships: Couple Sports

On Day 53, I talked about how shared sports can strengthen a partnership.?Shared activities like sports can bring both physical and emotional benefits.

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Day 54: Singapore – Would I Emigrate Here Again?

On Day 54, I addressed the question of whether I would emigrate to Singapore again.?I explained my reasons for the original decision and the changes that have occurred since then.

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Day 55: Why You Should NOT Scale

Day 55 was dedicated to the topic of scaling.?Sometimes it is more sensible not to scale immediately but to first achieve product-market fit.?I explained why it is important to scale in small steps and use direct customer interactions.

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Day 56: Short-Term Marketing Strategies – My 2 Tips

On Day 56, I talked about two short-term marketing strategies that have worked well for me.?Referral marketing and performance marketing are two effective ways to quickly attract many customers.

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Day 57: Hands On – How Much Should Managers “Get Involved”?

On Day 57, it was about how much managers should get involved.?It is important to find the balance between hands-on and hands-off to be an effective leader.

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Day 58: Save 40 Hours a Week with These Tips

On Day 58, I presented five strategies for saving up to 40 hours a week.?Establishing routines, delegating chores, and efficient communication are just some of the tips I share.

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Day 59: School vs. Professional Life – 5 Critical Differences

Day 59 was dedicated to comparing school and professional life.?I highlighted five critical differences and suggested ways to improve the school system.

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Kai, the Silent Listener

Hi, I’m Kai: the silent listener. I like to sneak into Julian’s meetings with the goal of listening for you and sharing the most important insights with you. Whether Julian is talking to the compliance team, the marketing team, the developers, or the lawyers… I always sneak in, especially when there is something to learn.

During days 46 to 60 of the 90-Day Comeback Challenge, I once again sneaked into Julian’s office and picked up the most valuable tips and lessons.?Here are my key insights:

1. The importance of feedback and self-reflection: Feedback is a powerful tool for development, recognizing both strengths and weaknesses. Regular self-reflection helps in continuous improvement.
2. Effective short-term marketing strategies: Referral marketing and performance marketing are two short-term strategies that can quickly attract many customers.
3. Time savings through routines and efficient communication: Routines and efficient communication can save up to 40 hours a week. Establishing fixed procedures and delegating tasks are crucial.
4. Critical differences between school and professional life: The school system and the professional world sometimes couldn’t be more different – for example, “copying” in school is punished, while in the professional world it is important to analyze your competitors and learn from them.
5. The balance between hands-on and hands-off leadership: It is important as a manager to find the right balance between hands-on and hands-off to effectively lead and motivate the team.

Conclusion

The first 60 days of my 90-Day Comeback Challenge have been intense and full of valuable experiences.?We have made significant progress in our products and internal processes.?Of course, there have been challenges, particularly regarding the current market environment and necessary adjustments.

I look forward to tackling the final 30 days of this challenge with the same energy and commitment. There is still much to do. Thank you to everyone who is accompanying and supporting me on this journey!