We had the good fortune of connecting with Loris Zimmerli and we’ve shared our conversation below.
Hi Loris, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?
My dream has always been to be my own boss. I worked as an employee for 9 years. After a certain time, I could no longer reconcile my conscience with working for one person or for a “foreign” company. I wanted to be able to decide for myself how long I work, when I can take weekends and most importantly: when and how long I can take holidays. So I had a goal and a passion. These two aspects, in combination with hard work, are the best prerequisites.
Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I actually got into the field of film and social media rather by chance. I found great joy in inspiring people with my pictures and videos. Our own produced series became one of the most successful on the German streaming platforms. I am incredibly proud of this, but it was only the beginning. The way there was anything but easy. It took an incredible amount of patience. The biggest challenge and the most important thing is to manage time sensibly. So I worked very, very hard, but still had a good balance with sports and other activities with my friends.
I wouldn’t say that there is a “key to success”. There are different components that are essential. The most important ones are: time management, self-discipline, patience and passion, and of course hard work.
Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I am of the opinion that there is no such thing as “self-made”. You always get an external influence, whether it’s a book (which of course has to be written by someone) or people around you. Just as you have mentioned. I read a lot of John Strelecky’s books in the start-up phase to realise that there is much more to it.
My personal inspiration, were motivational speeches by Arnold Schwarzenegger, Kobe Briant and Elon Musk. Not forgetting the warm support I have received from my family and closest friends.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loriszimmerli/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LoZiTV
Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@loris.zimmerli?lang=de-DE