Quick Coffee

In this episode of Quick Coffee, Patrick and Felix discuss their recent experiences and insights on product development, the impact of the recent US elections on the tech ecosystem, and the opportunities for Europe in the face of rapid technological advancements. They emphasize the importance of mindset in product management, the need for Europe to embrace technology rather than resist it, and the...

In this episode of Quick Coffee, Felix and Patrick discuss the importance of organization in life, sharing personal experiences and insights on how they structure their lives. They explore different approaches to organization, the significance of prioritizing tasks, and the impact of decision-making on personal and professional life. The conversation also touches on the future of time management a...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, Felix and Patrick explore the themes of spontaneity, creativity, and the importance of designing one's environment. They discuss their recent experiences, including team-building activities and the influence of art on design. The conversation emphasizes the significance of taking action to trigger change and build confidence, highlighting that small steps can lead to s...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, Patrick and Felix discuss the nature of innovation in consumer products, exploring how many startups focus on solving problems that have existed for centuries. They delve into the distinction between innovating on the problem versus the solution, and how understanding this can impact startup success and market fit. The conversation highlights the importance of recogniz...

In this week’s  Quick Coffee  episode, Pat and Felix take the stage for their very first live podcast, recorded in front of a dynamic audience of students and founders at WHU’s Idea Lab in Vallendar. Together, they dive into an exciting discussion about the three biggest misconceptions in creating exceptional products and designs. Drawing from their early product experiences at Mapify, Gorillas, a...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, Patrick and Felix reflect on their podcasting journey as they approach 100 episodes. They discuss the importance of designing one's career, the value of university experiences, and the significance of networking and connections. The conversation emphasizes the need for experimentation and finding one's North Star in career development. They also highlight the role of p...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, Felix and Patrick discuss various themes ranging from personal reflections on weather and lifestyle to the profound impact of AI on design and user experience. They explore how AI is transforming product development, emphasizing the importance of human touch and taste in an increasingly automated world. The conversation also delves into the concept of home controlling,...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, Patrick and Felix discuss their recent experiences, including team dynamics at Creandum, the vibrant startup ecosystem in the US, and the insights gained from attending the All-In Summit. They explore the differences between the US and European tech cultures, emphasizing the importance of networking, support, and future-oriented thinking. The conversation highlights th...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, Felix and Patrick discuss the concept of founder mode versus manager mode in running a company. They explore the differences between the two approaches and the impact they have on the product and user experience. They highlight the importance of emotional attachment, attention to detail, and conviction in founder mode, as well as the value of strategic thinking and man...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, Julian, a member of the Linear team, discusses the company's focus on quality and how it is achieved through a design-driven approach. He shares insights into the remote work setup at Linear and the importance of hiring senior and experienced individuals who share the same vision and taste. Julian also talks about the use of AI in the product, emphasizing the impor...

In this episode of Quick Coffee, Felix and Patrick discuss the importance of winding down in a fast-paced world. They share their personal experiences and strategies for finding time to relax and recharge. They emphasize the need to listen to your body and create an environment that supports relaxation. They also discuss the challenge of finding the right methods for winding down, as different app...

In this episode of Quick Coffee, Felix and Patrick discuss the importance of building a strong company culture, especially in a remote work environment. They emphasize that culture is not just about having value posters on the wall, but about living those values in daily interactions. They highlight the significance of empathy, supportiveness, and collaboration in creating a positive culture. They...

Quick Coffee is back! We are finally launching Quick Coffee again, and this is an exciting one. Felix and Pat are chatting about: Why Felix went on a spontaneous trip around the world We dive into his experiences of traveling around the globe, especially his time in Japan We speak about the power of emotional design and how he rediscovered design And we explore how design is so much more than just...

Hi everyone, welcome back to Quick Coffee! Today, we are announcing a short “Quick Coffee Break”. There is so much happening in our professional and private lives right now, that we want to take a couple of weeks to fully focus on routines, sport, health and our companies Sonic & Blossom. We look forward to being back soon! Want to connect with us? We look forward to hearing from you on Twitte...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, we are speaking about “Outlive”, an inspiring book by Dr. Peter Attia which Pat has been ready the last couple of weeks. How has longevity become such a relevant topic in the health space? What does being an “Athlete of life” and “Medicine 3.0” refer to? How can someone design their journey to longevity? And how do we think about longevity in terms of technology produc...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, we are chatting about Pat’s reflection on nearly 9 months of being a parent. How is he managing life as an entrepreneur and parent at the same time? What health tactics did he discover for himself? What does an average day look like? We are excited about this personal Quick Coffee episode, grab a coffee and listen in! Want to connect with us? We look forward to hearing...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, we are chatting about design in the age of AI. Similar to one of the recent episodes, in which we spoke about the future of product management, we are exploring the future of design, and how this profession will evolve. Will people still be designing in 5 or 10 years? Which tools will we use? And if AI takes over the design work, what will be left for people to do? An...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, we are welcoming a very special guest to the show: Dennis Müller, the founder and designer of Amie. On Tuesday, Amie officially launched and dropped the waitlist, so this is a very special week for Dennis, the team and Amie. We are going back to the early days of Amie, how the idea originated and how it progresses to what Amie is today. We speak about product quality,...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, we are chatting about the future of Product Management. With all of the recent developments in AI, new tools becoming available and companies getting rid of Product Managers entirely, it raises the question: Is Product Management a future-proof profession? Since Pat has been in Product Management for around 10 years, we are taking a deep dive into what makes a great Pr...

Welcome back to Quick Coffee and welcome to 2024! In this week’s Quick Coffee, we are doing a personal and professional outlook to the year 2024, and we are talking about a product that has recently seen a lot of adoption among our closest friends and colleagues: Arc browser. What is special about Arc? Why is a new internet browser needed? And what can be learned from their approach to product and...

This week’s Quick Coffee is the last one for the year! We are reflecting on a crazy year 2023, the many personal and professional highlights, challenges and learnings and it becomes clear: So much can happen in just 12 months. We are wrapping up the episode with some of our wishes for 2024 and a big thank you to all Quick Coffee listeners. We look forward to seeing you back here in January and for...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, we speak with Ben Blumenrose, the Co-Director & Managing Partner at Designer Fund. We start out with some storytime and learn about Ben’s career step joining Facebook early as a Design Lead. We speak about how this step shaped him as a designer, how he interprets impact and how he believes founders create a truly product and design driven culture. And we cover the...

Welcome to this week's Quick Coffee! Today, we dive into the delicate dance between micromanagement and meaningful involvement. It's a topic that often perplexes people managers—should they distance themselves from the day-to-day or follow in the footsteps of successful CEOs who thrive on diving into the minutiae? We'll unravel the mystery behind why some of the most accomplished leade...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, we are chatting about our journey of becoming angel investors. Patrick and I have spent a significant amount of our time into finding and choosing the right founders to invest in and have made major learnings along the way. Everything from what angel investing truly means all the way to shaping your personal brand as an investor and fundamentally understanding what it...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, we are chatting with Kevin Hartz, Co-Founder and General Partner A* as well as the Chairman & Co-Founder of Eventbrite. Kevin has an incredible story as an entrepreneur, leader and investors. We are going back in time to how he started Xoom and Eventbrite, how it all related to PayPal and his $1B exit from Xoom. We speak about his vision for A* and what kind of inv...