Quick Coffee

In this week’s Quick Coffee, we are reflecting on our trip to the Bay Area in California. We chat about how we met back in the days on the Stanford campus, our first encounter with the Cybertruck, what we think about it as a product and what is next for the podcast. We are excited about this episode, and to share with you how Quick Coffee is going to evolve. Grab a coffee and listen in! Our episod...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, we are chatting about our first ever angel investment: Aware. On Tuesday, Aware launched publicly and we are reflecting on learning about Aware for the first time, the journey of Aware being built and their mission. Why is Aware relevant in today’s world? And how can Aware be the start of one’s longevity journey? Grab a coffee and listen in! Our episode overview (00:00...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, we talk about N26, a product both Felix and Pat have been using for many years, but that has changed very little in the past two years. We are diving into the FinTech space with a short introduction, and afterwards look at specific N26 screens and features to discuss how the N26 app has evolved over the years. Why did Pat cancel his subscription? What is he using inste...

Text : In this week’s Quick Coffee, Patrick and Felix are chatting about their product and design review of the new Trade Republic app. The company recently launched a large redesign, and we are sharing our thoughts on some of the things that worked well and not so well. We’ll guide you through the app and share design best practices based on some of the new functionalities. This is one of our fir...

n this week’s Quick Coffee, we are chatting about one of the most talked about people in the health community right now: Bryan Johnson. What is his mission, aside from living more than 100 years? He spends $2M per year on his health, but what can the average person do? Why is it relevant to founders and people in the startup community? And what are our takes on healthy routines and navigating a wo...

In this week's Quick Coffee, we are talking about why some of the most commonly used products are being built in the US. We start the episode with a regular quick coffee chat and then discuss our philosophy of designing and building truly great products. Make sure to listen in, and as always, let us know what you think. Our episode overview (00:00:00) Introduction to the episode, personal upda...

In this week’s Quick Coffee we are talking about startups, and corporates. We are exploring the interesting question of whether startups can become corporate on the inside, and what being “corporate” even means specifically. We define factors that make a startup turn corporate, and we outline what founders can do to prevent that from happening. If you want to know what makes a startup effective an...

In this week's Quick Coffee, we are chatting about the difference between UI and UX design. In a deep dive to last week’s episode, we explore which of the two is more important, what to look out for when recruiting designers, and why product quality can improve or deteriorate with redesigns. If you are aiming for a better understanding of design, grab a coffee and listen in! Our Episode Overvi...

In this week's Quick Coffee, we cover design essentials that every founder needs to know. We kick off by discussing the importance of inspiration and how it can fuel your creativity. Next, we dive into different methods for testing your ideas with real users, ensuring that your product meets their needs. Finally, we wrap up with some best practices for creating user-friendly and visually appea...

In this week’s Quick Coffee we are speaking about ESOP, a topic that we feel is discussed often on a political level, but not so much in terms of transparency for employees. We are kicking off the episode with what ESOP specifically is and why it is so relevant in the startup world. We are looking at issues with ESOP and comparable incentive plans and talk about responsible, and transparent entrep...

Hey everyone, in this week's Quick Coffee, we're discussing how to handle stress and tough situations as a founder. We'll be exploring the sources of stress and their physical and mental impacts on us. As founders, we face constant uncertainty and ambiguity, so it's crucial to learn how to manage stressful situations. In the episode, we'll share some tips and strategies to help...

In this week’s Quick Coffee we are talking about focus. What does focus actually mean to us in a personal, or startup context? Why do many founders get distracted? Most importantly: How can you maintain focus for yourself, and the project or startup that you are working on? And what are the additional challenges to staying focused as a creative person? Grab a coffee and listen in! Our episode over...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, we are taking time to chat about a topic relevant for everyone managing other people in a project or company: Delegation vs. focusing on every detail. We speak about the challenges we have had ourselves with becoming strong at delegating within the team’s we have built, while still staying in control of the details that fundamentally matter to a company or product. How...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, we are finally getting back to Quick Coffee! After a special summer break, in which Pat became a parent, we are reflecting on this time, his learnings and what has happened at Sonic and Blossom. How did Pat prepare for a whole month off work? What reflections did he make during this time? And how has it shaped his work life today? Grab a coffee and listen in! Our episo...

Welcome to this week's Quick Coffee! Have you ever wondered what it is like to consider your colleagues friends? In this week’s episode, we will explore the numerous benefits of working in a close-knit team. Communication takes center stage in such an environment, and we'll delve into the pivotal role it plays. How does open and effective communication contribute to a harmonious work cultu...

In this week’s Quick Coffee, we are revisiting the topic of leadership but this time from a different angle. We are reflecting on our encounters with leaders over the years and the negative leadership styles we observed in the process. What attributes are characteristic of a negative leadership style? How do these attributes come about? And what can one do to overcome them? Grab a coffee and liste...

Welcome to this week's Quick Coffee, where we are diving into the topic of leadership. Get ready to join us as we explore what leadership truly means and whether there are ways to measure good leadership. We will also be delving into the key attributes that can turn a good leader into a great one. Is it possible to be a great leader without being friendly and human at the same time? Are leader...

In this week’s Quick Coffee we are once again talking about the subject of finding product market fit. While we have previously focussed on the required mindset for doing so, in this episode we want to focus on how to operationalise finding product market fit. Looking at our founding journeys, what were the key learnings we have had? How can you build an operational engine which will carry you tow...

In this week's Quick Coffee, we are discussing what role having a clear vision plays in building a successful company. Some of the questions we will be reflecting on are: Should a company's vision aim for positive impact beyond financial success? What are the key building blocks of a vision as a source of inspiration? Can a vision evolve over time and still be effective? If you're a st...

In this week’s Quick Coffee we are celebrating a major milestone - our 30th episode of the podcast. We'll be sharing some insights into the early days, when we started out and the expectations we had for this project. But more than that, we'll be acknowledging all the unexpected, beautiful things that have come out of it. And of course, we'll be sharing what Quick Coffee has turned int...

In this week’s Quick Coffee we are talking about the journey towards finding product market fit. How is product market fit defined and how can you realize that your product or service has achieved it? How can you maximise your chances of getting there and how to deal with not having gotten there yet? We are looking at these questions and many more from the perspectives of our founding journeys. If...

In this week’s Quick Coffee we are talking about the importance of finding the “right” investor. Why is this decision important? What are the key investor attributes one should look out for? Why are humbleness and open communication two of the most important traits to consider? Looking back on our experience as both founders and angel investors we aim to discuss the issue from two angles. If you a...

In this week’s Quick Coffee we are talking about the fundamental principles of fundraising. When is a good time to start a fundraising process? Who are the ideal investors? Why is it crucial to fully understand the end to end fundraising process before starting conversations with investors? We are super excited about this episode, and are sharing some of our most valuable lessons that we have lear...

In this week’s Quick Coffee we are talking about difficult times as a startup team or startup founders. How do we think about failure? What are examples from our past in which we went through difficult times? And what would we recommend a struggling startup team from today’s perspective? Grab a coffee and listen in! Our episode overview (00:00:00) Updates from Pat, Felix, Sonic and Blossom (00:03:...

In this week’s Quick Coffee we are talking about our learings from being second time founders. We are covering questions like: What kind of a company do I want to build? When is the right timing to start fundraising? Does it make sense to bootstrap my business? We are super excited about this episode since it is a refelction of our own experiences and a collection of tons of learnings. Entrepreneu...