April 10th, 2024 Posted by Anne BeckerPrisma 0 thoughts on “10×6 Female founders”
What do Donkeys, Jude Law, not being important and the 10×6 Female founders event (by Paperjam + Delano Business Club) have in common? 10 female founders had six minutes each to share their stories. Among them was Prisma’s CEO Carole Miltgen!
I can relate to the previous German chancellor, Mrs Merkel, who once said in an interview -I draw a distinction between those who fought all their life for women’s rights and people like me who merely had to find their way to contribute. My importance to women came automatically by simply being a woman and being powerful.- This is exactly how I feel.
Carole Miltgen
Did you miss the event?
Carole Miltgen talked about her thoughts on company culture and creating a company of trust where everyone is their own entrepreneur. Don’t worry if you have missed it.
April 3rd, 2024 Posted by Anne BeckerBusiness 0 thoughts on “It is my job to create a culture of trust – 10×6 Female Founders”
Our CEO, Carole Miltgen, joined the 10×6 Female Founders event. 10 women had only six minutes to share their experience on entrepreneurship, founding companies and the challenges along the way.
What does Jude Law have to do with all of this? Listen to the Carole Miltgen’s talk at the 10×6 Female Founders event here.
Paperjam conducted an interview with the Prisma CEO:
What has fascinated you about your field and how has this passion been the catalyst for the creation of your company?
Carole Miltgen. – “I want to be the master of my destiny as I do despise any kind of dependence. After what felt like the end of my world, I didn’t know what direction to take, so I decided to go straight ahead, take my destiny in my own hands and work at my rhythm, creating a company that I would have liked to work for when I was young.
What has been the most valuable lesson you’ve learned during your entrepreneurial journey and how has it shaped your approach to professional challenges?
“Oh, there are so many. If I had to pick just one, I’d say it is consistency. Enthusiasm fluctuates – consistent actions accumulate! This is valid for all aspects in life, not only work life. Whether you want to learn the piano, win a sports competition or run a company. If you rely on your motivation, some days will simply be difficult. If, however, one consistently does a good job, at one’s best ability, one will be successful, because a bad day does not mean a bad life.
How would you describe your leadership style and how do you think it contributes to your company’s culture and success?
“ ‘Be the least important person in the company!’ I always considered it my job to create a culture of trust in which this is possible, and I’m happy to see that I have achieved this. My goal has always been to share all my knowledge and slowly let go of the day-to-day activities. I have provided a full toolbox to my team members, enabling them to be their own entrepreneur of their own project in a safe environment. This said, I will always have their back, as ‘being the least important person in the company’ does not mean dropping anyone in the thick of it, but rather trusting and appreciating their own way of handling their work. Mind you, if Prisma was a country, they could hold a coup against me and gain total power if they wanted to, LOL…”
December 28th, 2023 Posted by Anne BeckerPrisma 0 thoughts on “Merry Prismas Op de Patten”
It feels like it’s been donkey’s years since we’ve been in touch. Instead of offering individual gifts, Prisma is donating 4,000 EUR to Asbl Solidarité Jeunes “Op de Patten” who offers educational and therapeutic interventions assisted by animals to children and adolescents.
The “Zoo-Therapy” focuses on verbal and non-verbal communication to improve empathy. It aims to complete traditional therapy methods. For more information about the association, please visit: https://www.solina.lu/fr/facilities/op-de-patten/
We are convinced that you will agree this is a cause worth supporting because a world without hope is unimaginable.
Merry Prismas and a very Happy New Year. The Prisma Team wishes you all the best for 2024.
September 30th, 2023 Posted by Anne BeckerPrisma 0 thoughts on “Prisma supports Rugby Club de Luxembourg”
The new balls for the Rugby Club de Luxembourg have arrived! Prisma is a proud sponsor of RCL especially in the year of its 50th anniversary. What an achievement!
What do you think is the most important value in sport and how does it relate to our working life?
developing more motivation to managing mistakes
knowing your core values will lead you to be a better player
August 29th, 2023 Posted by Anne BeckerPrisma 0 thoughts on “Schueberfouer – Luxembourgish Traditions”
In Luxembourg, it’s time for Schueberfouer when the summer holidays are nearly at the end.
The first known Schueberfouer (Schuebi) took place in 1298 under Heinrich VII, father of Jean de Luxembourg (John the Blind). At this time it was a market where people from all over the country came to buy and sell cloth. This fair was however not very successful and stopped again a few years later.
The Schueberfouer as we know it today, eventually took place on 20 October 1340 under the famous John the Blind, count of Luxembourg and King of Bohemia (Böhmen). The fair went on for 8 days and its main goal was for farmers to come into town and buy/sell cattle.
The Schueberfouer trough the ages
The origin of the name is from the place where the Fouer took place, which was the “Schuedbuerg” nowadays known as Plateau du Saint-Esprit. Over the years the fair become more and more successful so the Holy Ghost Square was soon too small. It therefore moved to Limpertsberg in 1610 where the forest had just been cut down. In the 18th century the market developed and live concerts became part of it only to be succeeded in 1844 with cabarets. Although it still remained a cattle-market, you could now also buy bone china, comestibles and stationary. When, in the 20th century, the big wheel and the roller coaster arrived, there was no more stopping its development into the fair that we know today.
The big fun fair this year is on from 23 August until 11 September. Are you excited to go?
July 27th, 2023 Posted by Anne BeckerPrisma 0 thoughts on “Idioms around the world”
The Prisma team collected their favourite idioms from Iceland, Northern Germany, Luxembourg, Scotland and Mauritius. These idioms are rarely used in financial translation. Anyway, we still like them a lot and would like to share our favourites with you.
Iceland
Áfram með smjörið.
On with the butter. Meaning – get back to work.
Rúsínan í pylsuendanum.
The raisin at the end of the hot dog. Meaning – the cherry on top.
Blindur er Bóklaus Maður.
Blind is a bookless man. Meaning suggests – those who don’t read are ignorant to the world around them.
Leggja Höfuðið Í Bleyti.
Lay Your Head in Water. Meaning – you need to think about something a bit longer.
Bonus fun fact: When you are lost in an Icelandic forest all you need to do is stand up. (Psssst it’s a joke: There are barely any trees in Iceland and the ones that grow in these so-called “forests” are so young that you can easily see over them).
Luxembourg
Wien Karotten esst, dee kritt schéin Aan.
Eating carrots will get you beautiful eyes.
Duerch d’Fale léieren d’Kanner goen.
Children learn to walk by falling. Meaning – you should not give up when you fail at something but rather stand up and try again.
Do fënnt keng Katz hir Jong méi erem.
No cat will find her kittens. Meaning – it is so messy, that nobody can find anything.
Wien op d’Kiermes geet, dee verléiert seng Plaz.
Whoever goes to the fair, loses his place. Meaning – if you leave your seat, you will lose it.
Deen huet d’Klibbersuen nach an der Täsch.
He still has the money earned from “Klibberen” (a Luxembourgish Easter tradition) in his pocket. Meaning – he does not like to spend his money.
Northern Germany
Besser ein Spatz in der Hand als eine Taube auf dem Dach
A sparrow in the hand is better than a pigeon on your roof (A bird in the hand is worth two in a bush). Meaning – you should be content with what you have.
Nu ma Butter bei die Fische!
Now put the butter to the fish. Meaning – speak clearly!
Wat de Buur nich kennt, dat frett he nich.
What the farmer doesn’t know he will not eat. Meaning – that someone is not open for new ideas.
Schieß den Döspaddel in Wind!
Shoot the idiot into the wind. Meaning – it’s time for a new beginning.
Scotland
Yer aff yer heid
You’re off your head. Meaning – you’re crazy.
Haud yer wheesht
Hold your tongue. Meaning – to be quiet.
Dinnae teach yer Grunny tae suck eggs
Don’t teach your grandmother to suck eggs. Meaning – do not teach or tell someone how to do something they already know.
Bonus carrot fact: Britain has a similar saying to the one from Luxembourg above: ‘Eating carrots helps you see better at night’. The rumour started in WWII when the Royal Air Force had developed a new Radar technology. To hide their success, a big campaign claimed that they just ate a lot of carrots. Nowadays, the saying is used to get children to eat their vegetables.
Mauritius
Dife dans lanka.
Problems are cropping up.
Ti kouto koup gro ziromon.
A small knife cuts a big pumpkin. Meaning – a small action can have a big consequence.
Prisma translates
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March 17th, 2023 Posted by Anne BeckerPrisma 0 thoughts on “Brezelsonndeg”
Sweet, Sweeter, Brezelsonndeg!
This is your reminder to get a Brezel for that special someone. The Sunday 20 days before Easter is Brezelsonndeg (Pretzel Sunday) in Luxembourg! It is also called Halleffaaschtensonndeg (half lent Sunday) as it is halfway through lent. This year, the days falls on 19th of March.
Traditionally, a boy will buy a sweet pretzel for the girl of their affection. The girl, if she shares the feelings, will get him a chocolate egg on Easter.
Every leap year, the girls will get the pretzel instead.
February 21st, 2023 Posted by Anne BeckerPrisma 0 thoughts on “Buergbrennen”
How to say the winter goodbye? Luxembourg has its own answer and beloved custom: Buergbrennen. Each year on the Sunday after carnival people come together to watch a bonfire and enjoy “Mettwurscht”, “Ierzebulli” (sausage and pea soup) and mulled wine.
Despite the name, the Luxembourgers do not set fire to a castle. In the bonfire – made of old Christmas trees and wooden pallets – a cross plus an unfortunate straw man (possibly a symbol for the end of carnival) are lit.
What to prepare for Buergbrennen?
Usually, the local scouts or fire brigade organize the festival. They collect the old Christmas trees and wooden pallets for the construction. Traditionally, a cross is placed in the bonfire. Other villages build a construction that resembles an actual castle. The preparation does not end there. At the “Buergplatz” everyone will gather to watch the spectacle and enjoy hot food and drinks. A popular dish is of course Mettwurscht and Ierzebulli.
Some villages might also have a torchlight procession to the bonfire. In other places, a newly wed couple sets the “Buerg” on fire.
The end of winter is here
Buergbrennen or “Fête des Brandons” is observed in Luxembourg, as well as a few places in France and the German borderland (Eifel).
The festival at the beginning of lent represents the end of winter. Legend has it that the quality of the fire will determine the beginning of summer.
The word “Buerg”, according to some experts, has nothing to do with today’s meaning of the word (ie. castle). The latin “comburo” (=to burn) is a suspect for the origin. This would link Buergbrennen to the New-Year celebrations in the antique Rome.
Buergbrennen is next Sunday! So enjoy the fine tradition around the warming bonfire. Finally, the end of winter is here. On that note: Have a wonderful springtime!
