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I’m taking 4 weeks off (here’s why)
Building ETA Europe: the infrastructure European searchers need. First 50 get founding member access.
Jan 26
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Alexander Kelm
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From ETA Amsterdam to ETA Benelux: What I’m Building in Q1
Expanding beyond one city. Building European acquisition infrastructure together.
Jan 19
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Alexander Kelm
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The 3 Execution Mistakes That Cost Me Most (Part 2: The Execution Mistakes)
Why building relationships matters more than I thought
Jan 12
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Alexander Kelm
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I Wasted 6 Months in 2025 (Part 1: The Planning Mistakes)
Here are the 4 planning mistakes that cost me time, money, and momentum
Jan 5
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Alexander Kelm
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December 2025
2025, The Year of Building in Public
From searching for one business to building infrastructure for many. My honest reflection on 2025 and what’s next.
Dec 29, 2025
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Alexander Kelm
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Building Something Bigger Than My Own Search
Why I’m focusing on community, ownership, and the long game as the year closes.
Dec 22, 2025
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Alexander Kelm
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The Weeks Nobody Sees But Everyone Goes Through
A candid reflection on the demanding side of the ETA journey and why the quiet, difficult weeks often shape the owner you become.
Dec 15, 2025
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Alexander Kelm
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Three Ideas That Are Shaping My Acquisition Path
Choosing what to build and what to avoid.
Dec 8, 2025
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Alexander Kelm
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Field Notes From My Acquisition Journey
Where I’ve Been, What I’m Learning, And What Comes Next
Dec 1, 2025
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Alexander Kelm
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November 2025
Closing The Deal And Entering Ownership
Where Momentum Ends And Responsibility Begins
Nov 23, 2025
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Alexander Kelm
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Due Diligence Beyond the Spreadsheet
Where illusions end and responsibility begins
Nov 16, 2025
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Alexander Kelm
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Negotiation as Partnership, Not War
How to earn a founder’s trust without losing your edge
Nov 10, 2025
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Alexander Kelm
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