05/06/2025 We spoke with Clara, our Office Coordinator in Düsseldorf, about how she balances work, family, and personal ambitions – and why flexibility makes all the difference.
Our daily life is all about teamwork. My husband and I juggle work, family, and our personal ambitions – sometimes from opposite sides of the world. Right now, he’s working on a project in Australia, while I’m managing things at home with our two kids.
How do we make it work? With trust, good planning – and flexible working hours. I start my day early, get my office work done, and pick up the kids in the afternoon.
My husband supports us from afar in every way he can – from spontaneous video calls to little surprises for the kids. Once the kids are asleep, I wrap up any remaining work – without the pressure of a rigid 9-to-5 schedule. And when my husband is home, he takes over the domestic work completely, so I can fully focus on my job.
This flexibility isn’t just about balance – it’s about freedom: The freedom to take on responsibility at work while being there for my family. And the freedom to pursue my own goals – like learning to ski and planning my next big challenge: skydiving! Today, on International Women’s Day, I’m thinking of all those who navigate this balancing act every day. We need workplaces that truly make it possible – for both women and men.
A big thank you to all those – like Clara – who make this balance work every day with dedication and passion.