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Driven by Passion, Powered by Fun
See how our value "Driven by Passion, Powered by Fun" comes to life as Max Monod shares what it means to him and how it shapes his work.
MARKT-PILOT
Feb 20, 2025
Meet Max Monod, our Operations Project Manager in Chicago! For him, Driven by Passion, Powered by Fun is more than just a company value, it’s the key to a motivating and dynamic work environment. In this interview, he shares what this mindset means to him and how it shapes his daily work.
In your own words, what does our company value "Driven by Passion, Powered by Fun" mean to you, and why do you think it’s important?
This value is all about doing what you love and having a blast while you’re at it, because that’s when you perform at your best and create your best work.
Can you share a specific moment where you felt proud to see this value in action—either in your work, in your team, or across the company?
Here in Chicago, we’re big on ping-pong! Whenever my mind’s all over the place and I feel like I’m dragging, I’ll grab a few colleagues for a "quick" game. After that fun, competitive break, I come back sharper than ever, boosted by an energy only fun and passion can process.
"To me this value is about doing what you love and having a blast while you're at it, because that's when you bring out your best and do your best work. I believe everyone has something they are passionate about, a way to have fun. Sharing that passion ist key - it not only fuels your own excitement but also helps you connect with like-minded people. After all, nothing beats the joy of having fun together and bonding over the things that inspire us."
OPERATIONS PROJECT MANAGER, MARKT-PILOT
Max Monod
How does "Driven by Passion, Powered by Fun" shape the way you approach new challenges or opportunities?
I know myself well, I work at a slower pace on tasks that I don't like, but quickly on those that I enjoy. That's why I try to organize my working day in such a way that I always have a good mix of both. Things that I don't like doing as much, but that need to be done, and topics/projects that inspire me and that I'm passionate about. That way I always have something to look forward to!
If this value were a person, how would you describe its personality?
Fun, passionate, driven ;) motivated, sociable and extraverted. This Person has fire in his/her eyes, a positive energy, is mentally strong and aware, always pushing for whatever their definition of success is.
Is there anything else you'd like to share about why this value is important to you?
While for some folks, passion is just part of their life, it may take longer for others. But everyone has something they enjoy, some way to have fun. Sharing what you love is important—it not only fuels your own joy but also helps you connect with others who feel the same.
At the end of the day, nothing beats having fun together or sharing the joy of being passionate about something.