Thomas van Haaften worked for the Cantonal Court of Zurich for 26 years. At the age of 48, he decided to change careers and took the plunge into the world of self-employment.
Heavy legs, burning feet and back problems – familiar problems for employees in standing professions.
Dora Huguenin works as a museum guide at the Horological Museum in Le Locle. Her heel spur used to cause her severe pain when walking and standing.
Santo Palamara was plagued by serious pain in his veins for years. As the operator of the Friulana Osteria & Pizzeria in Munich, he spends hours on his feet every day.
Gian Kaufmann has turned his passion into his job. The photographer from Rheintal, Switzerland, works for companies and at weddings and VIP events.
Coffee roaster Oliver Künzle impressed by Swiss innovation
As an insurance expert, René Leuppi is often out and about. For 25 years he suffered from serious pain and had to wear orthopaedic insoles. He also had pain in his hip.
Jürg Sieber has suffered from fallen arches since his youth. The innovative air cushion in this shoe has given him immense relief from his symptoms.
Dutchman Olivier van der Staal works as a chef at the Renan community in Bern, where he conjures up delicious meals for residents made with fresh products from the community's own farm.
The two garage owners Peter Meier and Patrick Odermatt are on their feet for hours every day. Whereas once, in their hard shoes, they complained of tiredness and pain, today they are no longer exhausted after their day at work. The two workmates simply brought a soft, supple surface into their garage.
