That’s what it’s all about

Resilience is the superpower of many female founders – it shapes how we navigate uncertainty, pressure, and challenges. But inner strength is not only built through discipline, it also thrives on self-awareness and creativity. In this impulse workshop, we combine both: artistic methods as a key to more clarity, trust, and empowerment in everyday entrepreneurial life. Together, we will explore concrete methods and practices that female founders can use in their daily lifes to stay grounded and resilient throughout their entrepreneurial journey. In a group of max. 15 women, participants will have the opportunity for deep exchange and connection in a safe space.What to expect?

Part 1 – Introduction to the Seven Pillars of Resilience

Solution OrientationAsking: What can I do right now?

Leaving the Victim RoleFrom “Why does this always happen to me?” to “What can I actively shape?”

OptimismBelieving in opportunities instead of focusing only on risks.

Taking ResponsibilityOwning one’s actions and decisions.

AcceptanceAcknowledging what cannot be changed, instead of wasting energy on resistance.

Building NetworksActively nurturing relationships and seeking support.

Future PlanningDeveloping visions and setting concrete goals.

Part 2  – Creativity

Three sessions of 30 minutes each (with breaks/transitions in between)

SLOT 1 – “Foundation & Flow” – Discovering inner strength
Introduction to the topic of resilience, initial creative activation, building trust

• Short impulse: “What does resilience mean as a founder?”
• Mini exercise: Visual mapping
• Mini-sharing in groups of two

Materials: Thick paper, pens, markers, watercolors

SLOT 2 – “Shake it Off” – From Pressure to Expression
Dealing with resistance, stress, or doubts – letting go creatively & reinterpreting

• Short tutorial: Introduction to “automatic painting”
• Exercise: Transforming stress
• Reflection: “Let it flow. Trust in you.” “What problems have recently resolved themselves, simply through trust?” (short discussion)

Materials: Marbling technique, acrylic in water bath

SLOT 3 – “Anchor & Action” – Making the essence visible
Anchor insights & create a personal symbol as an anchor for everyday life

• Impulse: “What carries you through highs and lows?”
• Exercise: Design a resilience talisman
• Handing over the portraits and gallery walk

Materials: pens, stamps, collage, DINA 5 picture frames

Our experts

Christine Tiedemann
Head of Startup Port. As a successful entrepreneur, she knows what it takes to stay healthy under pressure. For many years, she has supported individuals and teams in challenging situations with passion and heart.

Miriam Bundel
Serial founder and artist. As a UX/UI expert, she helps companies shape their online presence. Her creative mindset is inspiring, and her enthusiasm for artistic processes is truly contagious.

Location
AI.STARTUP.HUB im Digital Hub Logistics
Am Sandtorkai 32, 20457 Hamburg

Eventdatum: Donnerstag, 20. November 2025 10:00 – 15:00

Eventort: Hamburg

Darum geht’s

Du willst die Bedürfnisse deiner potentiellen Kund*innen besser verstehen, um ein passgenaues Geschäftsmodell zu entwickeln? Und dein Know-How in der Durchführung von Kund*innen-Interviews auffrischen oder vertiefen? Dann bist du hier richtig.

Was erwartet dich? In unserem Workshop “Customer Development” zeigen wir dir, wie du Interviews effektiv nutzen kannst, um wertvolle Einblicke in die Bedürfnisse deiner potenziellen Kund*innen zu bekommen. Wir vermitteln praxisnahe Methoden, mit denen du Geschäftsmodelle entwickeln kannst, die sich stark an den Bedürfnissen deiner Zielgruppe orientieren. Du hast Interesse eine konkrete Zielgruppen-Fragestellung / Hypothese mitzubringen? Lass es uns wissen – wir freuen uns über eine kurze Beschreibung deiner Fragestellung / Hypothese und planen sie ein.Zielgruppe

Die Gründungstoolbox richtet sich an Gründungsinteressierte mit und ohne eigene Geschäftsidee aus dem Hochschulumfeld in der Metropolregion Hamburg.

Sprache
Deutsch

Barrierefrei
Nein

Standort
Universität Hamburg | Transferagentur
Rothenbaumchaussee 19, 20148 Hamburg

Eventdatum: Mittwoch, 05. November 2025 15:00 – 17:00

Eventort: Hamburg

That’s what the event is about

Learn from experienced founders and entrepreneurs. What has proven successful when starting a business? What are the biggest pitfalls? Is there a blueprint for the founding process? During a shared lunch, you’ll gain insights into successful startups, practical tips and the opportunity to exchange ideas with experts and like-minded individuals – concise, practical, and full of valuable impulses to advance your own project.

Description – What can you expect?

In this session, Lukas Gaats will talk about how he founded his startup mo:re, the hurdles he encountered and how his team overcame them. You will have the opportunity to discuss your own challenges with him and gain valuable tips for your own startup project from his experiences.

More information about our experienced founder

Our special guest is Lukas Gaats, CEO and co-founder of the Hamburg-based biotech start-up mo:re. From the initial idea during his research stay at Queensland University of Technology to the founding of the company at Hamburg University of Technology and the €2.3 million seed round, Lukas has achieved many milestones in the startup process – and gained a wealth of experience that he is now keen to share with young (pre-)startup teams.

Target group
founders and people interested in starting a business in the life science industry

Location
Life Science Nord Management GmbHSteinhöft 5, 20459 Hamburg

Language
English

Barrier-free
One step at the entrance

Eventdatum: Montag, 06. Oktober 2025 12:00 – 14:00

Eventort: Hamburg