The doer mentality: Tim’s approach to life

FIV: In our eyes, you are a real doer – constantly fulfilling dreams and achieving goals. What would you say are essential aspects that contribute to this “doer mentality” and how can I embrace them?

Tim: First of all, thank you for the kind words! I have always been someone who does not let chances and opportunities lie. No matter how small it still is. So in my life I have gained the mentality to keep my curiosity and just take away from past experiences that these small opportunities give me a huge added value. Trying bread baking and getting better every time, that now I can make the best bread for ourselves in the shortest time. Or handicraft things, getting to grips with something and now I can fix all the problems myself without having to rely on others. That encourages you not to stop at any challenge, no matter how big it may be.

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Finding an optimal work-life balance: Routines & Milestones

FIV: How important is discipline and structure for you – is every day always planned out or do you just let yourself drift? – How do you manage to find a healthy work-life balance and avoid overwork?

Tim: The balance and especially the routine is the key. My day starts at 6 a.m. with my workouts, which give me a perfect start to the day. Extreme order and not leaving any task too long to clear my head for any new challenge. I also try to find fun or enjoyment in any work or effort so it just doesn’t feel like “work” but another mini-milestone completed. I’m passionate about gaming and I often just compare it like quests. Checking off my main quest in my life storyline and doing the exciting side quests every now and then to increase my experience!

Formulate goals: Gather experience & learn from mistakes

FIV: Tell us – How do you go about setting your goal(s) to make sure they are realistic and achievable?

Tim: In the past, I also wasted a lot of time dealing with things that didn’t really get me anywhere. But that’s part of it, so that over time I can evaluate much better what’s important and what’s not. That’s part of becoming a doer, to always become the best version of yourself. You can’t dismiss this process either, because it’s only through experience that you get better and better and so you can define your goals much better.

FIV: How do you deal with setbacks, especially when, despite your best efforts to be productive, you don’t get the results you want at the end of the day?

Tim: Happened very often! Without these setbacks, we would never be where we are today. Learning from mistakes and really internalizing them is the most important thing. Analyzing and reflecting is super important and in the end it’s also fun, because the next time you make a decision you just know what you did wrong before and you can always improve and also be a role model for others or give sound advice.

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“Teamwork makes the dream work”: Strong together

FIV: House building, travel planning, van extension, family planning, podcast & co. – How do you manage to tackle so many topics at the same time and not neglect the overview or even the love behind it?

Tim: Quite clearly: teamwork and absolute structure. My wife Ana and I are perfectly synchronized with each other. Especially when it comes to our work, we are now always of one mind and can rely on each other. As I just said, these things are such great life stages and tanks that it’s fun, after a planning, then tackle the implementation and when you look back on what you’ve done, is the pride that always pushes you to tackle new!

“I been tryna change life around for everyone I know ‘Cause if I don’t share the wealth then how the f*** we supposed to grow?” ~Drake

FIV: Besides work and me-time, there are of course your friends and family. How do you manage to stick to your goals, work hard and still be there for your loved ones and give them your time?

Tim: My friends and family are absolutely sacred to me. My closest friends I’ve had for many, many years and my overriding credo is, as Drake once said “I been tryna change life around for everyone I know ‘Cause if I don’t share the wealth then how the f*** we supposed to grow?” I always try to grow with my friends and so there is an incredible growing together and so private life is just completely in balance.

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Optimization in all areas of life: Tips for success

FIV: Do you have any advice for someone who just doesn’t achieve their goals, even though they work hard and are always disciplined?

Tim: Time is the key word here. Many years went by before we had the right moment. Part of this process is to keep developing and, above all, not to stop at one point. No matter how good you are, there is always room for improvement. No matter if it is the nutrition, contacts you make, chances you take. Sometimes even supposed 1-2 steps back mean 5 steps forward.

Maximize productivity: What apps does Tim use?

FIV: What are some tools and techniques you use to maximize your work time and increase productivity?

Tim: I organize myself completely with my daily apps TickTick and Trello. I use Trello to give my projects a horizon and to mature ideas, and I use TickTick to put plans into action and check them off. The more things left undone, the more stressed I am, so it’s a good day when I’ve been able to check off a lot of boxes!

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Accepting help: Allowing others to share in the growth

FIV: Do you find it difficult to hand over tasks or do you like to accept help from others? What is your attitude towards the subject?

Tim: It used to be absolute hell for me. In the meantime, I have learned that there is no other way and that it is incredibly important and also works very well. To give people the chance to grow as well and to make our lives a lot easier, of course, so that the focus can be directed to other things.

Dealing with overwhelm: Tim’s experiences

FIV: Let’s be honest – are you also sometimes overwhelmed?

Tim: The answer here is the same: in the past, yes. Today, I’ve become more hardened through all these years and I’m much better at dealing with stress and, most importantly, being in control of the situation. The doer mentality is a big part of me and helps me to overcome any challenge, no matter how insurmountable, and to go to sleep with a relaxed mind.

Future outlook: New projects at the Johnsons?

FIV: Finally, a little look into the future. Are there any new ideas or projects coming up at the Johnsons that you’d like to share with us?

Tim: Oh yes! We’ve got some incredibly big projects coming up again this year that our communities are waiting for, and on top of that our biggest dream is coming true this year, and that’s to become parents. I’m just more excited than anything to finally become a dad and that will be my absolute biggest task in life, which I take very seriously. I want to become the best dad our child can imagine and there is still a lot to learn and do!

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Winner Season 13: Toni Dreher-Adenuga

She was not only one of the top favorites of the 13th season because of her unique face, but also made a name for herself with her endearing nature. After her victory, Toni was booked as a model, so you can see her on various pictures, as well as hovering over catwalks. In addition to modeling, the winner is also committed to good causes and thus supports the heart project “Hoffnungsträger” in Zambia. To this day, she stands for a real power woman who conveys strong messages to her fans, to give them courage and above all to be one thing: unique. Admittedly, Toni is still waiting for her big breakthrough, but she has achieved one thing: to be a good role model for her fans.

• Toni Dreher-Adenuga

Candidates of the season: list

Here you can find all participants of the 13th season including ranking:

• Toni Dreher-Adenuga – 1st place
• Julianna Townsend – 2nd place
• Pia Riegel – 3rd place
• Christina Peno – 4th place
• Jennifer Michalczyk – place 5
• Sally Haas – place 6
• Sara Leutenegger – 7th place
• Klaudia Giez – 7th place
• Trixi Giese – place 9
• Zoe Saip – rank 10
• Victoria Pavlas – 11th place
• Bruna Rodrigues – 11th place
• Abigail Odoom – Rank 13
• Shari Streich – 14th place
• Stephanie Groll – place 15
• Anne Volkmann – place 16
• Gerda Lewis – place 17
• Sarah Amiri – place 18
• Isabella Özdemir – place 19
• Franziska Schwager – place 21
• Karoline Seul – place 21
• Cindy Valèrie Wersche – place 22
• Elisabeth Kanzler – place 22
• Julia Freimuth – place 24
• Liane Polt – place 25
• Lania Barzanji – place 26
• Viktoria Wendell – rank 26
• Ivana Rajić-Hrnjić – rank 26
• Selma Toroy – rank 29

Jury members: Thomas Hayo & Michael Michalsky

In addition to Heidi Klum, Thomas Hayo and Michael Michalsky were once again members of the jury. In addition, as in the last two seasons, there were two teams led by the two male jurors.

• Heidi Klum
• Thomas Hayo
• Michael Michalsky

Heidi Klum:

Heidi Klum – Whether on ProSieben at Germany’s Next Topmodel, in the jury at DSDS or even in the American show America’s Got Talent; Heidi can be seen everywhere. Heidi was known on the catwalk and has walked for Victoria Secret, Versace and many other fashion shows around the world. Read more about the host of GNTM here:

• Heidi Klum

GNTM: Germany’s Next Top Model

Since 2006, supermodel Heidi Klum has been looking for Germany’s best models from among thousands of applicants every year. At her side are always regular jurors, as well as guest jurors. Together, candidates and jurors jet around the world for castings and jobs.

All seasons, contestants and winners:

• GNTM: Germany’s Next Top Model

Here you can find all the new GNTM contestants 2020

The grand finale of Germany’s next Topmodel – The show, the location & the stars

The final took place this year in Düsseldorf, to be exact in the ISS Dome, a breathtaking arena. After the first finals of the casting show traditionally took place in the Lanxess Arena in Cologne, the show has returned to the Rhineland after several excursions, including the 2016 finals in Mallorca or 2015 in New York. This year, special security precautions were in place and the show was delayed by a few minutes to avoid a surprise like in 2013. Due to the time delay, cell phones were not allowed for the audience. You can see my backstage impressions and the show live on site here:

GNTM: The first video after the big final

The motto for the finale of Heidi Klum’s TV show is like every year, big, bigger, glitter & fireworks. We have seen a lot in the last years & seasons, from flying models to glittering dresses, crowns and of course lots of fireworks. This year Heidi outdid herself again with her show. Magician Hans Klok appeared at the beginning of the show and ‘conjured’ not only the finalists but also Heidi herself on stage. Spectacular dresses and various walks followed. The highlights were not only the walk of the drag queens, which not only set a great example in the scene but also in society and conveyed a positive message, but also appearances by world stars such as Rita Ora and Shawn Mendes. So that glitter and shine were not missing, Heidi did not miss the chance to let her Victoria’s Secret experience flow into the show and thus let the Top 2 float down the catwalk with breathtaking, extendable wings. Further show acts by rapper Cro, to whose performance Team Schwarz walked the catwalk & Vincent Weiss, to whose voice the Top 2 completed a shoot live on stage with star photographer Rankin, followed.

The show concluded with the big announcement of the winner. Julianna and Toni stood tensely next to Heidi, while the covers of the two could be seen on the big screen. Heidi made it exciting as always and finally crowned Toni Germany’s next Topmodel 2018. The crowd cheered, the family, drag queens, judges & contestants stormed the stage and congratulated the beautiful winner.

The finalists – the last 4 will fight for the title Germany’s next Topmodel 2018

Normally, it is customary to let three girls enter the final, but this has not proven successful in recent years, which is why in 2018 again four girls fought in the final for the great title of Germany’s next Topmodel & the cover of the German Harper’s Bazaar. But what qualified these four of all to the final and what the winner says about her victory.

Germany’s next Topmodel 2018 Toni – Team Michael

The girl with the beautiful face. She knows she has a great responsibility as a role model and model and uses it wisely. The final she mastered with bravura not only the vertical catwalk looked like child’s play, also the walk with the drag queens, huge dresses and the highlight of the show, the walk with the giant retractable angel wings à la Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show she mastered without error. The victory is more than deserved by the changeable Toni. Celebrated by her family, the audience and the jury, she looked at her cover for the German Harper’s Bazaar when Heidi announced her name as the winner.

#tgang there are 6 days left until the grand finale of #GNTM2018 ??â I am really looking forward to next Thursday and will give it my all ? have a great start to the weekend ? #germanysnexttopmodel #finale #harpersbazaar ©Regan Cameron

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2nd place Julianna – Team Michael & the candidate with the most beautiful voice

The curly-haired girl in Team Michael has turned her hobby into a profession, as her talent for singing now earns her a living. She has been modeling since she was 15 and thus convinces with her experience. The limelight is made for her, as she proved in the final and convinced the audience with her show. In the end, she was only beaten by one candidate and thus occupied second place.

It was an awesome shoot! I had so much fun! ??? I am sooo excited for the FINALEE! @harpersbazaargermany ?⺠ProSieben/Martin Ehleben

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3rd place Pia – Team Michael & the girl with the curves

The beautiful blonde has a great role model function for young girls thanks to her not exactly typical model measurements. She follows in the footsteps of Gigi Hadid & Co. who have changed the fashion world with their feminine curves. She is very authentic and full of life and convinces her fans and the jury of herself. In the final she delivered a strong show and was celebrated by the audience for it.

4th place Christina – last from Team Thomas

The beautiful 21 year old is the last to represent Team Thomas with pride. She already gained experience in numerous Miss elections and thus probably had a starting advantage in GNTM. Only in the middle of the season she suddenly overtook many of the girls and was considered the favorite. In the final, she was eliminated in the first decision, but managed the walk with the drag queens with flying colors.

Here you can find all the new GNTM contestants 2020