Why we should become aware of our biases Do you know "Little Uncle," Pippi Longstocking's horse? Pippi, that red-haired girl blessed with superpowers, self-confidence, and a big heart? Pippi is one of the superheroes of my childhood. Why? She doesn't fit into any...
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What exactly is this thing called compliance…?
…and what does that have to do with me? Ever heard of compliance? For many, it ranks somewhere between the police and Miss Marple and, at first glance, seems completely unnecessary. Adhering to rules in companies is often confused with personal restrictions or even...
Speak up – What do I do if my gut feeling tells me that something is wrong?
Living by values or why acting with integrity is so important Disorder is physically described as entropy. It's a natural tendency for the entropy in a system to always increase. Everyone knows this from home: don't clean up for a week, and everything will spread...
Storytelling in compliance communication
Why rules are easier to explain – and why our brain actually wants that It's Monday morning, 9:30. Jonas stands in front of his team. The PowerPoint slide he hastily put together the previous evening flickers before him: numbers, process flows, a few green and yellow...
Clear and understandable instead of convoluted – The Feynman technique in communication
What physics, plain language, and successful compliance communication have in common What is the Feynman technique? Richard Feynman was not only a brilliant physicist but also an exceptionally clear thinker. He became known for his ability to explain even the most...
Compliance culture: More than just a “must”
As dry as crispbread or like the salt in the soup? Buzzwords like GDPR, Supply Chain Due Diligence Act, ESG, or CSRD – they almost sound like a hip-hop crew, but they are legal frameworks that keep companies busier than ever before. What was met with a shrug yesterday...
Unpleasant, but true: Without training, every guideline is worthless
Compliance trainngs - only "nice to have"? In many medium-sized companies, compliance is still primarily perceived as a collection of rules, guidelines, and control mechanisms. Training is often considered optional or is only addressed when a certification, audit, or...






