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Insider knowledge and real stories about how to build a business from Europe while staying sane. Each week founders Melanie Gabriel and Christian Woese dive deep into one specific topic on a founder's or startup operator's mind and share how to solve the challenge together with an expert. Follow the Gradient and stay tuned. followthegradient.io/

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What happens when the traits that make you win are the same ones that quietly undo you?

Most founders learn how to push. Few learn when stopping is the harder, necessary move.

Follow the Gradient sits down with Adrian Locher, Managing Partner at Me... more

What happens when Europe stops cheering itself on and starts taking responsibility for the outcome?

In this episode of Follow the Gradient, we sit down with Judith Dada, Partner at Visionaries Club, to unpack one of the most uncomfortable conversati... more

What happens when Europe stops apologizing for its ambition and starts executing at full speed?

Some founders still believe Europe’s biggest constraint is confidence. This conversation challenges that idea head on.

Follow the Gradient sits down wit... more

What actually breaks deep tech startups isn’t lack of vision, but running out of patience before reality catches up.

Follow the Gradient sits down with Roland Siegwart, Professor of Autonomous Systems at ETH Zurich and one of Europe’s most influenti... more

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Judith Dada
General Partner at Visionaries Club
Visionaries Club
Episode: Europe Isn’t Behind, It’s Playing the Wrong Game | Judith Dada, Visionaries Club
Laura Modiano
Leads startups EMEA at OpenAI, previously held leadership roles at AWS, active angel investor
OpenAI
Episode: Why Shipping Faster Isn’t Enough in the Age of AI | OpenAI’s Laura Modiano
Roland Siegwart
Professor of Autonomous Systems at ETH Zurich and key figure in Europe's robotics spin-out ecosystem.
ETH Zurich
Episode: Why the Last Mile Breaks Most Robotics Startups, with Roland Siegwart, Professor at ETH Zurich
Lina Chong
Partner at HV Capital, former founder who built and exited companies
HV Capital
Episode: How founders build (or break) trust in high-stakes moments - HV Capital's Lina Chong on hard decisions in startup leadership
Bea Knecht
Co-founder of Zattoo, one of Europe's first legal live TV streaming services.
Zattoo
Episode: Nice-to-Have Is Not Enough - Building Must-Have Products with Bea Knecht, Founder of Zattoo
Olivier Gaudin
Co-founder and CEO of SonarSource
SonarSource
Episode: Why you don't need HR until 200 people - Olivier Gaudin on Scaling SonarSource Intuitively
Andy Yen
Founder and CEO of Proton, a tech scale-up behind ProtonMail and ProtonVPN
Proton
Episode: Why Europe Keeps Losing the Tech Race | Proton Founder Andy Yen
Jonas Muff
Founder of Vara, an AI healthcare company
Vara
Episode: Why Being Driven Nearly Destroyed VARA’s Founder Jonas Muff
Dr. Thomas Dübendorfer
Driving force behind one of Europe's most active angel communities
Sictic
Episode: Not All Angels Have Wings: Thomas Dübendorfer on How to Spot the Right Angel Investors

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Christian Woese
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Melanie Gabriel
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5.0 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Highly recommended - insightful, real & refreshingly honest podcast

    “Follow the Gradient” is a gem for anyone building or working in a scaleup. Melanie and Christian bring not only insider knowledge but also real, relatable stories. It’s insightful, grounded, and genuinely helpful. I can highly recommend for founders, operators, and anyone curious about the startup / scaleup ecosystem.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maushart13
    Switzerland10 months ago
  • Priceless start-up podcast!

    Melanie and Christian tell it like it is. The highs, the lows, and how to best manage start-up life. Every week they invite founders and leading experts, serving up invaluable tips and tricks, and brutally honest experiences, to help start-ups learn from their mistakes and also focus on what matters. Love it!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alice the Malice 666
    Switzerlanda year ago

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The content is praised for its actionable insights that are both practical and relevant to modern entrepreneurs, and many recommend it for anyone in the startup ecosystem.
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Why Shipping Faster Isn’t Enough in the Age of AI | OpenAI’s Laura Modiano
Q: What should European founders be thinking about in 2026?
Keep shipping, learn continuously, and engage with OpenAI for support.
Why Shipping Faster Isn’t Enough in the Age of AI | OpenAI’s Laura Modiano
Q: What happens when the cost of curiosity drops to near zero?
Startups can cut development sprints from three weeks to just three days with the help of advanced AI tools.
Trusting Your Gut Beats Following Playbooks - year-end reflections of Melanie and Christian
Q: What is one advice founders should actually ignore?
Many founders are pressured into pursuing venture capital when it's not the only path to success; many alternatives are viable depending on the business model.
Trusting Your Gut Beats Following Playbooks - year-end reflections of Melanie and Christian
Q: What is the single most underrated founder skill?
The ability for introspection, as it allows founders to learn from their mistakes and improve over time.
Trusting Your Gut Beats Following Playbooks - year-end reflections of Melanie and Christian
Q: What is the single biggest lesson from your guests that changed how you approach your work?
The mindset to think big from day one and to think international, moving beyond local markets and embracing a global perspective is crucial.

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Focused on the challenges and dynamics of building startups in Europe, this podcast provides invaluable insights from founders and experts in the entrepreneurial space. Frequent topics include company culture, scaling operations, customer success, and navigating funding challenges, all while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. The hosts engage in candid conversations, presenting real stories and practical advice designed to support founders and startup operators as they navigate the complexities of growth. Notably, the content often highlights a collaborative approach to problem-solving, making it particularly appealing for those involved in startups, especially in the European context.

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2. Laura Modiano
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