Good News from Finland: Inspiring stories of remarkable people

Blen believes programming skills can help solve societal problems

“Wild food isn’t just a privilege of rich people or fancy restaurants, it’s an everyman’s right”, Sami Tallberg states

The Finnish startup ecosystem is focused on solving real problems, says Erdal

“Without art and music, life would be soulless,” ponders Siamäk Naghian

“Sign language should be considered a minority language, not a disability,” says Signmark

“I get bored very easily with things,” says Minna Parikka

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“We've captured the essence of the Finnish berries in our wine,” say Paola Guerrero de Cohen and David Cohen

“Wild food isn’t just a privilege of rich people or fancy restaurants, it’s an everyman’s right”, Sami Tallberg states

“Sign language should be considered a minority language, not a disability,” says Signmark

“There are many problems so complicated that classical computers will never be able to solve them,” says Jan Goetz

“I get bored very easily with things,” says Minna Parikka

“The meaning of sisu lives, grows and changes,” says Katja Pantzar

“Our styles are like the two sides of Finland,” say Chao-Hsien Kuo and Eero Hintsanen

“We should all be a bit more ambitious,” declares Ronny Eriksson

“There’s still truth in the stereotype of Finns being silent,” says Max Ovaska

“Eating disorders are common in sports, but their treatment is focused too much on how to eat,” says Nina Chydenius

“Without art and music, life would be soulless,” ponders Siamäk Naghian

My Career: From Start to Finnish

Shalini’s connection with Finland continues to deepen

Finnish startup ecosystem is easy to get involved in, says Anjana

Aiman highly values the freedom Finland offers

Trust is very important in Finland, says Slobodan

The Finnish startup ecosystem has impressed Hoang-Mai

Anna Fatima sees Finland as a good place to start a company

Glenn thinks Finland is a great place to raise children

Hyunseok appreciates the good work-life balance in Finland

Evon applauds the entrepreneur ecosystem in Finland

Mark appreciates Finland’s startup sector

MJ values the low hierarchy in working life

Be a doer in Finland, not a talker, suggests Suvi from China

Helsinki keeps its promises, says Suphi

Networking is the key to finding a job in Finland, says Inga

Blen believes programming skills can help solve societal problems

The Finnish technology sector is in an exciting phase, says Talita

Mariana applies service design to immigration questions

Windi Muziasari became an entrepreneur to help people

The people and nature here have made an impact on Katerina

Finland’s vibrant startup ecosystem appeals to Parneet

Finland’s IT industry is inclusive, balanced and has low hierarchy, says Igor

Uchida from Japan likes the flexibility of working here

Svetlana never gave up and landed the job of her dreams

Education brought Daniel to Finland, entrepreneurship made him stay

Finnish and Australian work cultures are fairly similar, says Adam

The Finnish startup ecosystem is focused on solving real problems, says Erdal

Sadeem switched from pharmacy to become a marketing executive

Minwoo appreciates the creativity of Finland’s mobile games industry

Vibha has embraced Finnish work-life balance

Turning research into business drives Kunal Garg

Fabien runs a food kit delivery company in Helsinki

Pete from the UK admires the work hard, play hard mentality

Life is wonderfully predictable in Finland for Priyam

For Saurabh, Tampere is a home away from home

Finland is a perfect working environment for Frenchman Erwan