Cases and things that went wrong
Content to challenge the work culture
When startups fail
Challenging gender paradigms
Here are some of the discoveries we found most interesting along with some tragicomic stories we had.
A close friend of the Fuckup Nights team had a failed business, that experience, rather than being all doom and gloom, taught him valuable lesson.
Some say never combine projects and love, but what if it's a good idea after all?
I grew up deeply influenced by online media, I used to jump from interest to interest and opportunity to opportunity.
Curious about how Fuckup Nights grew from a local Mexico City event into a global movement: some FAQ.
Karla Huerta, Liza Durón and Verónica Del Castillo share their stories of failure for Mujeres sin Filtro 's first event at CDMX.
The CEO and co-founder of the largest interoperable QR payment network México tells us valuable lessons he learned... losing 12.4 MDD
Explore how inspirational and empowering leadership, based on active listening, vulnerability and collaboration, can transform relationships and teams.
We explore the resilience of Fuckup Nights in 2024 with vital lessons for strengthening teams in the face of future crises.
Leo shares his failure in Cozumel, a $130k plane crash that turned into a priceless lesson
Mariana Maciel, organizer of FuN São Paulo , shares her learnings on how to turn our failures into catalysts for growth.
Elena Krutova shares how a software purchasing mistake revealed warning signs and taught important leadership and management lessons.
Broadcasting a party on Burger King's account by mistake led Abel to unexpected success, turning a crisis into an opportunity.
The Senior Director of International Events at Ubisoft reflects on his experience, the lessons learned, and how they shaped his career.
Anshul Punhani, our Lisbon Fuckupper faced an unexpected crisis just hours before a significant launch event for Microsoft.
From aviation to healthcare, preventable failures can lead to significant financial losses, reduced customer satisfaction, and damage to reputation
We uncover the blatant inequalities, the erasure of cultural identities, and the collective agency of communities fighting back with hope.
Alejandro shares his personal vision of failure, framed in his extensive 25-year career in the corporate world.
We're recognizing and celebrating our global community by helping you get to know our "Fuckuppers" a bit better
We're recognizing and celebrating our global community by helping you get to know our German Fuckuppers a bit better.
Join us on a journey through the realms of economics, identity, and social justice as we discover how the economic system has not been able to do so.
In the spirit of Pride Month, join us on a ride through the realms of economics, identity, and social justice for QPOC
Burnout can affect up to 70% of employees - learn to identify the signs and manage or prevent them effectively.
The failure of the war on drugs surprised no one, least of all mental health scholars.
After 6 long years, Fuckup Nights is finally back in the lovely city of Vienna with the help of Salomé and Stephan, but who are they, you might ask?
This is not just a modern problem. It has its roots deep in history, starting with a little thing called colonialism.
In the digital age, information is omnipresent and skills are as vital as knowledge. Where is the university in this context?
In our digital age, information is as omnipresent as air, and skills are becoming as vital as knowledge. Where does a college degree fit in here?
The word 'Fuckup' resonated profoundly with his personal experiences, especially considering the challenges he faced since 2022.
Western colonialism and imperialism, perpetuated by capitalism, continue to harm Indigenous Peoples.
Self-discovery and the unwavering power of these values await for you after you fail, wanna know how?
The evolution of philanthropy witnessed the rise of large-scale organized efforts to address social problems.
Adultcentrism is a system of oppression that favors adults and their views, often at the expense of the well-being of children.
We're celebrating our global community by getting to know our Fuckuppers and what motivates them to become official Fuckup Nights Organizers.
From the medical field to education and the workplace, fat people face barriers and prejudices that hinder their well-being.
As an organization, we're firm believers in the abundance mindset. However, we let a lot of time pass before writing up this blog post.
These are the tips and mental models I've used to help me get by when things get tough.
Before falling into despair, let us stop for a moment and take a closer look at climate catastrophism.
Capitalism is the direct cause of ableism. People with psychosocial disabilities are systematically discriminated against.
As we strive for greater equity in society, we can't shy away from difficult conversations about ableism and capitalism.
Millennials and GenZ are not afraid to change jobs. We understand that we are not our job and that there is more to life than just making money.
What if we told you that you're wrong, you're not as special as you think. Check out why we think we shouldn't call ourselves "special".
There comes a time in life when we look back and realize that we have not achieved any of our life goals.
Fear of failure is fear of that lump in the throat, of crying, of blushing, or of not finding the words to share it.
Fuckup Nights Manifesto As the movement that helps people break free from the paradigms that limit...
With so many expressions and identities, why should success be so limited?
Following the tradition of Day of the Dead, we made an altar to some projects that are no longer with us but inspired ideas in modern times.
Suddenly, a pain in my chest tormented me, as if I had been hit with a baseball. Breathing was becoming more and more difficult....
Although the WHO removed homosexuality from the list of mental disorders 31 years ago, there are still some pending fights...
We recognize the cathartic power of sharing failure, which is why we teamed up with StoryPlace to create a safe space to do so.
The pandemic touched so many people's lives, it seems that it has now turned into a failure pandemic.
Why is resilience a core value for families and caregivers around autistic infants?
A lot happened this year: migration, vaccinations, rebellions, kittens on Zoom and more. Here's our recap: the good, the bad and the fuckup.
What would it be like to live in a place where failure and perfection have another meaning? This story shows us an average day at Fuckup Nation.
What role do stories and information play when getting through difficult times?this is why, just like food, we should care about what we consume.
What do Penicillin, Viagra and LSD have in common? Learn how some accidents resulted in great pharmaceutical discoveries.
Have you ever felt that your accomplishments have been by pure luck? Maybe you have the impostor syndrome?
We're proud and excited with every new city that joins the movement
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