How My Autumnal British Ensemble Amplifies My Business Brand

How My Autumnal British Ensemble Amplifies My Business Brand

Oct 22, 2023 | Joakim

As the leaves begin to fall, my style takes a quintessentially British turn. The tartan flat cap, the Barbour quilted jacket, and the club tie from St. James Square come together in a cohesive ensemble.

This isn’t merely a seasonal fashion choice; it’s a strategic decision that speaks volumes in a business context. The outfit amplifies my personal brand, showcasing not just my business acumen but also my eye for detail and aesthetic refinement. Whether I’m in a board meeting, engaged in investor communications, or at a networking event, this outfit serves as a subtle yet impactful extension of my professional narrative.

Showcasing Today’s Tie: A Symbol of Growth and Business Excellence

Showcasing Today’s Tie: A Symbol of Growth and Business Excellence

Aug 16, 2023 | Joakim

The distinctive ‘tie of the day’ is back. Today’s pick is a dark blue tie, adorned with a member’s crest and the resonant message “Concordia Crescimus.” This sentiment, “Together We Grow,” aligns with the vision I’ve set for the imminent business meeting. When complemented with a checkered shirt and a sharply tailored jacket, it signifies not just my commitment to a high-level business style, but also a reflection of my unique personality.

It’s an opportune moment to coach the management team in our workshop, guiding them to adeptly present their business to prospective owners and partners, emphasizing value in a polished presentation format.

Embracing Cosmopolitan Lifestyle: The Perfect Fusion of Business and Leisure

Embracing Cosmopolitan Lifestyle: The Perfect Fusion of Business and Leisure

Jul 31, 2023 | Joakim

I thrive on the blend of business and leisure, fully immersing myself in the atmosphere of each host city. I effortlessly merge business interactions with the vibrancy of street life, embodying the cosmopolitan lifestyle in all its glory.

A Day in Hamburg.

At 8 AM, I head to Jungfernstieg station via U-Bahn. I enjoy breakfast at Alex cafe, bistro, bar, and restaurant at Alsterpavillon, where I take pleasure in the view of Alster lake while reading today’s newspaper (picture 1). After breakfast, I go for a leisurely walk around Binnenalster, one of Hamburg’s artificial lakes, starting from Ballindamm, a boulevard in the inner city. Along the way, I pass by the Hapag-Lloyd building and the headquarters of various private banks. The street is abuzz with activity, a blend of rushing business people and laid-back locals enjoying the morning air. The aroma of coffee wafting from nearby cafes, the crisp morning air, the melodic chatter of passersby, and the architectural elegance of the buildings all contribute to the distinct charm of this street. I conclude my stroll at Neuer Jungfernstieg, a riverside promenade on the west bank of Binnenalster.

If I have a meeting or some spare time, I combine the walk with a longer path to visit the last British colony on the Continent. As a reciprocal member of the Anglo-German Club, located in the heart of the sophisticated Harvestehude district, I meet other members who are socially involved, valuing and cultivating civility in their interactions. This club, steeped in history, serves as a hub for intellectual and cultural exchanges in an impressive villa complete with a lush garden.

A shorter walk just around Binnenalster and Neuer Jungfernstieg, with the tinkling of coffee cups from the outdoor cafés and the serene hum of the city in the background, makes Neuer Jungfernstieg a delightful and relaxing culmination to my stroll. This route includes a visit to my other reciprocal club, Übersee-Club. This prestigious venue, situated in a grand old building, attracts outstanding minds from the worlds of commerce, politics, culture, and learning – a “talking gallery,” to quote famous banker Max M. Warburg at the association’s founding assembly in 1922. It’s a perfect place to set up business meetings. This is a classic club with a long history of events featuring well-regarded speakers from around the world.

I then return to Jungfernstieg Promenade and the stunning Alsterhaus, part of the KaDeWe Group. Alsterhaus today extends over an area of 24,000 m² in an exclusive ambiance, blending a historic building with a modern interior. The Fashion floors of Alsterhaus follow the basic concept of the building, combining tradition with local identity and international influences. Alsterhaus is more than just a department store—it’s an institution in Hamburg, representing the city’s flair for fashion and quality.

Later, I visit Eric: Barbier, our barbershop on the 1st floor, where one can find everything for men, from haircuts to beard correction to pedicures (picture 2).

My day ends with a late lunch on the 4th floor, a haven for curious and discerning gourmets (picture 3).


We were there, and we lived

We were there, and we lived

Mar 5, 2023 | Joakim

Most of my time is used in my studio to create business communication and presentations in business development. And a majority of my time will also be used to support management and boards with my experience and business know-how.

And in some assignments, I get time to invite to meetings and networking. There I am the master of merging business into people and, conversely.

Just after 4 p.m., the sun peeked out but disappeared just as quickly. The crowd on the sidewalk created a magnetic pull, and we floated along; it was in the right direction. Charing Cross Road has personality and is always inviting as a signpost where a compass is no longer needed.

After crossing the street, the pub sign gleamed as the sun just wanted to say, here it is before the ray disappeared again to rest behind the clouds. We arrived – The Harp.

We entered into a buzz of sounds, the room was deep rectangular, and the bar stood like a majesty in the middle of one short side. The gaze swept over the taps, and the labels get memorised by our inner logical thinking. The choice fell off a local bitter and cider. Balancing glasses in the crowd, we found that place, which only a pub allows to settle in, a bit in a corner without being a seat but still a seat. The drink touched lips on the edge of the glass as guests came and went into our view. With the jacket lightly unbuttoned in a mix of indoor and outdoor but still inside, we felt the atmosphere that only a London pub, with its personality, can give to fill your mind for the moment. Just taste the atmosphere that is more than a drink.

We were there. We lived.

The sun took us back outside as its rays danced in time with the traffic on St Martins Place. This place gives in its simplicity magic, where we always let our walk stop as we take the memorial to Edith Cavell. A woman whose efforts we all know were unique to humanity.

It’s about what meetings and experiences can give in terms of impressions. Welcome to take part in the walk next time to end with a chat at the pub. As I told you earlier, we were there, and we lived. See you again next time.

From station to station

From station to station

Jan 19, 2023 | The daily gentleman and businessman

07:24 – I am going to Stockholm for several members of board sessions and the 100 years celebration of selected relations between Stockholm and Gothenburg.

My working office today will be on the train.

The daily gentleman and businessman are a lifestyle blog dedicated to a modern way of living and working by Mr Dahl, covering different occasions on a selected business day.