The professional life of an external Data Protection Officer is anything but boring. To excel in this role, one quickly assumes project responsibilities and acquires their own clients. The relationship between an external Data Protection Officer and their clients is often long-term and characterized by intense collaboration. The tasks of an external Data Protection Officer include advising company management, providing training to employees, and conducting audits of data processing activities. Many of these activities can be carried out from their own office (e.g., regular status meetings with clients), but on-site inspections and training sessions are also part of the job. Furthermore, the responsibilities of a Data Protection Officer encompass communication with supervisory authorities and direct interaction with individuals whose data is processed by the clients. In recent times, the role of a Data Protection Officer has also involved judicial and extrajudicial representation, particularly for licensed attorneys. This primarily pertains to defending against cease-and-desist letters or claims for damages, and also includes defending against fines.