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My journey began in an unusual way \u2013 as a game tester at Activision, one of the earliest professions in the emerging digital industry. Spending countless hours testing games sharpened my attention to detail and taught me the patience required to uncover what often remains invisible to others.<\/p>\n

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In the 80s<\/h2>
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The next chapters of my career may seem unrelated to digital strategy at first glance \u2013 yet they shaped it profoundly. As a promoter in Hamburg\u2019s club scene, I learned market research in its most immediate form. Working in M\u00f6venpick kitchens taught me the value of timing, precision, and teamwork. At the Ufa cinema on G\u00e4nsemarkt, while studying at the Institute of Graphic Design, I observed day after day how stories evoke emotions and connect with people.<\/p>\n

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In the wild 90s<\/h2>
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The next chapters of my career may seem unrelated to digital strategy at first glance \u2013 yet they shaped it profoundly. As a promoter in Hamburg\u2019s club scene, I learned market research in its most immediate form. Working in M\u00f6venpick kitchens taught me the value of timing, precision, and teamwork. At the Ufa cinema on G\u00e4nsemarkt, while studying at the Institute of Graphic Design, I observed day after day how stories evoke emotions and connect with people.<\/p>\n

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More Than a Degree<\/h2>
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I graduated with distinction as a Communication Designer and carried forward the lessons from these diverse experiences: an understanding of people, their needs, and the importance of choosing the right moment.<\/p>\n

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Roots<\/h2>
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The name Schlichtegroll has accompanied my family for centuries. Perhaps this explains my appreciation for clear structures and enduring quality \u2013 or perhaps simply my love of a good story.<\/p>\n

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New Perspectives<\/h2>
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Travel, new cultures, and unfamiliar perspectives are more than a source of relaxation for me. They are inspiration, insight, and lasting impressions. They keep my perspective fresh and my thinking open.<\/p>\n

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Staying Curious<\/h2>
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That curiosity has never left me. I continue to explore, learn, and experiment. It is from this interplay of openness and depth that the qualities defining both my work and myself today have emerged.<\/p>\n

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