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She is one of Swedish skiing’s greatest ever.
But now Charlotte Kalla puts her foot down firmly and roars.
– I have gained insight and understanding of what crap it is, she says in the podcast “In the head of an entrepreneur”.
Almost exactly a year ago took Charlotte Kalla farewell to the long and successful skiing career. She will forever be remembered for her fantastic efforts on the ski slopes and for all the joy she has brought to us Swedes in the 21st century.
Called career
Kalla is a true sporting hero and possesses an impressive track record that few others can match. During his career, there were as many as three Olympic gold medals, three WC gold medals, an incredible 37 SM gold medals and as many as 22 medals in major championships.
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But now the 35-year-old has taken on a completely new challenge as a businesswoman. Alongside her participation in the TV4 program “Let’s Dance”, she has several new projects underway, such as her own clothing collection which will be launched later in 2023.
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New challenge
Now Kalla has guested on the podcast “In the head of an entrepreneur” to tell more about her new life and first experience of the business world.
– It has been great fun working with companies that want to think long-term. Companies that care about making sustainable decisions – that has always been very important to me, she says in the podcast.
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However, she has not yet been as interested in chasing money as chasing victories on the ski slopes and admits that she is not so interested in her company’s numbers.
– Well, actually I’m not. I thought that when I quit I would become even more interested – but that’s never been my focus. But it might come. That I become more competitive in terms of my company, says Charlotte.
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During her skiing career, the Swede has been very careful and consistent not to cooperate with betting companies at all. Now she explains why.
– Early in my career I came into contact with my psychologist Thomas Nilsson, who also works with gambling addiction. And thanks to Thomas, I have gained insight and understanding of what crap it is. And what a mess you’re not only putting yourself in, but also your entire environment, says Charlotte Kalla and puts her foot down firmly.
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