Can we talk about how a delayed flight in Helsinki reframed my view on founder resilience?
I was stranded overnight at Helsinki Airport last week, and instead of stressing, I noticed how seamlessly the staff handled the chaos with calm problem-solving. It struck me that their approach mirrored the mindset we need when our startups hit unexpected turbulence. They didn't panic or overpromise, they just systematically rerouted passengers and provided clear updates, much like how we should communicate with our teams during crises. Watching them turn a negative situation into a managed process showed me that resilience isn't about avoiding failures, but about mastering the response. As founders, we often glorify hustle, but sometimes it's about steady, composed adaptation under pressure. That night, I realized I'd been equating urgency with effectiveness, when in reality, a methodical pivot can save more energy and morale in the long run.