I’m a funny, honest, and spontaneous buddy who made the bold decision to leave my German lifestyle behind and move to the other side of the world, embracing life as an Aussie.

My family, friends, and workmates often describe me as helpful and supportive because of my solutions-oriented mindset. I tend to focus on finding solutions rather than dwelling on problems, which allows me to approach every challenge with a constructive and positive outlook.

That’s precisely what my current role in Risk and Compliance Management is all about — solving riddles and tackling challenges head-on.

Outside of work, I enjoy exploring the craft beer scene (perhaps a bad habit!), which is hard to resist when you’re living in a Western Australian paradise.

I also love engaging in conversations about almost anything, from current events to exchanging knowledge, opinions, and perspectives — it’s always fascinating to learn from others.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Since fully settling in Australia after 25 months as a 'German backpacker,' I’ve only occasionally couch-surfed but still make an effort to connect with locals whenever I visit foreign countries or explore rural areas along WA’s breathtaking coast.

I firmly believe that the best way to truly experience a country is by staying with its people and immersing yourself in their way of life, rather than relying on public accommodations or similar options.

It’s worth mentioning that to this day, I’ve remained in contact with some of my hosts from Australia and Thailand, who have become long-time friends."

Interests

Books » Corporate Management & Leadership | History | Medicine
Camping | Fishing » Remotely without phone reception somewhere on the beach
Music
Sports » Soccer | Triathlons

• concerts
• fitness
• running
• traveling
• music
• sports
• soccer

Music, Movies, and Books

Books
» High Output Management | Andrew S. Grove
» Only the Paranoid Survive: How to Exploit the Crisis Points That Challenge Every Company | Andrew S. Grove
» The Personal MBA: Master the Art of Business | Josh Kaufman

Documentaries | Series
» Ancient Apocalypse | Graham Hancock
» IT Crowd

Movies
» Hello Ghost | Hsieh Pei Ju
» Marry My Dead Body | Cheng Wei Hao

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

In 2017, I made one of the best decisions of my life: stepping out of my comfort zone to fulfill my dream of spending at least a year in Australia — a journey that has now turned into over seven incredible years.

After living in Broome, Northern WA, for about 9 months, I realized that Germany no longer felt like home. Shortly after, I applied for my second Working Holiday Visa and began working towards permanent residency, which I achieved in 2021.

Now, fully settled in Australia, I’m on the verge of becoming an Australian citizen — a milestone that marks the next chapter of this amazing journey.

Teach, Learn, Share

I've always been a craftsman at heart, but I've also had a strong interest in helping, learning, and teaching.

With years of management experience, along with my passion for personal development through reading and further education, I’m eager to share my knowledge and experiences to help others move forward on their own journeys.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Croatia, Egypt, Hungary, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Hungary, Spain