Designing Successful Startups
Professor-turned-entrepreneur, and founder of nine companies, Jothy Rosenberg talks with business leaders and personal achievers. A companion to his book Tech Startup Toolkit, the “Designing Successful Startups” podcast tells the stories of Jothy's guests as they took on the challenges of building a new startup. The lessons conveyed come from both things done right and things done wrong that can help listeners learn the best way to design their own startups to be successful. Along the way this show explores the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, overcoming adversity, and where grit and perseverance can get you. Be inspired by others, and...
Annika Lundström is leading the development of a diagnostics tool for mental health
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Annika Lundström, the founder of Reminded, a medical technology startup, discusses her journey and the development of a diagnostics tool for mental health. She talks about her experience participating in a Finnish entrepreneurship program in San Francisco and the challenges and opportunities she encountered. Annika explains the focus of her startup on non-invasive medical devices that detect hormones and biomarkers related to mental health issues. She also discusses the process of FDA approval and her plans for expanding into different markets. Throughout the conversation, Annika emphasizes the importance of perseverance and finding a supportive community o...
Morgan Templar on Overcoming Personal Challenges and Building Resilience
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Morgan Templar, founder of First CDO Partners, shares her journey from starting as a secretary to becoming a successful entrepreneur. She discusses the importance of data governance and the role of a chief data officer (CDO) in organizations. Morgan emphasizes the need for good data management and governance, especially in the era of AI. She also opens up about the personal challenges she faced, including her daughter's health issues and her husband's medical condition. Despite the difficulties, Morgan's determination and resilience have propelled her career and led to the founding of her own company.
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Marco Ciaffi and the challenges and lessons he and Jothy learned from the Dover experiences
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In this conversation, Jothy Rosenberg and Marco discuss their backgrounds, their experiences working together at Dover, and their current endeavors. They touch on topics such as the importance of culture and communication in building a successful company, the challenges they faced at Dover, and the lessons they learned from those experiences. They also discuss the concept of grit and how it has shaped their careers. Marco shares his current role at Rebuild Manufacturing and the vision of reshoring American manufacturing.
Takeaways
The importance of culture and communication in building a successful company<...
Prof Frank Chindamo’s Story of Laugh MD and the Power of Bringing Laughter to Hospitals
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Professor Frank shares his journey from growing up in Queens to working at Saturday Night Live and starting his own company, Laugh MD. He discusses how his love for comedy helped him navigate a tough neighborhood and how he found his passion for film and writing. He also talks about the challenges he faced in the entertainment industry and the inspiration behind Laugh MD, a platform that provides comedy videos for hospitals. LaughMD is a digital health platform that uses comedy to help patients manage pain and reduce stress. The app provides access to a library...
Mary Voss on the importance of having the right talent, a cohesive leadership team, and a strong company culture
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In this conversation, Jothy Rosenberg interviews Mary Voss, an experienced HR professional, about the importance of human resources in startups. They discuss the factors that contribute to the success of early-stage companies, such as having the right talent, a cohesive leadership team, and a strong company culture. They also touch on the importance of behavioral interviewing and the value of experience in hiring decisions. Mary shares her philosophy of hiring no bozos and the significance of trust and efficiency in a small team. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the importance of dignity in the...
David Verrill and the Angel investing model and process for early stage financings
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In this conversation, Jothy Rosenberg interviews David Verrill about angel investing in startups. They discuss the role of angels, the evolution of angel investing, and the benefits of a fund structure. They also touch on the importance of supporting first-time CEOs and the criteria for making successful investments. David shares his passion for sports and spending time with family, and Jothy reflects on the importance of grit in the startup world.
Takeaways
Angel investing has become a significant segment of the investment ecosystem in the last decade, with the number of angel groups...Navigating the Complexities of Go-to-Market Strategy with navigator Peter Brumme
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The conversation explores the complexities of go-to-market strategy and the critical importance of product market fit. It delves into the stages of product development, the role of a lighthouse customer, and the significance of a well-orchestrated go-to-market plan. The discussion also highlights the pitfalls of not having a solid go-to-market strategy and the impact on company growth and success. The conversation delves into the concept of go-to-market (GTM) strategy, exploring the transition from an artisanal mode to a repeatable model, the importance of the initial GTM process, market analysis, target market definition, value proposition, messaging, demand...
Jothy's Story Part II: The Who Says I Can’t mindset — Memoir, TEDx talk, TV show, Foundation, Book, and this Podcast
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In part II of Jothy's story, he explains his theory on why people with disabilities tend to overachieve, highlighting traits such as insecurity, exceptionalism, and discipline. Jothy's motto, 'Who says I can't', has become a rallying cry for him and inspired a book, a TV show, and a non-profit organization. Jothy Rosenberg shares his experiences starting a production company and participating in various sports with athletes. He also discusses his foundation, The Who Says I Can’t Foundation, which helps disabled children participate in sports. Rosenberg then talks about his entrepreneurial journey, including starting multiple startups an...
Jothy's Story Part I: From Childhood Cancer and Amputation to Startup Grit
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In Part I, Jothy shares his personal story of grit and resilience after losing his leg to bone cancer. He discusses how his grit developed through overcoming challenges and setbacks, such as learning to walk on crutches and eventually climb mountains on crutches. Then he had to deal with the other shoe dropping as the cancer spread three years later to his left lung which had to be removed. He had chemo and was told he had zero chance of survival. He did survive and went on to get a PhD in computer science from Duke...
B Randall Willis has Seen and Influenced the Evolution of Digital Media
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In this conversation, Jothy Rosenberg interviews B Randall Willis, discussing topics such as the importance of a name, their backgrounds in Detroit and Boston, the evolution of digital media, the characteristics of successful startups, the role of processes in startups, and the importance of storytelling and grit in entrepreneurship.
Takeaways
The importance of one's name and its impact on personal and professional identity
The influence of Detroit and Boston on his entrepreneurial journeys
The evolution of digital media and the challenges and opportunities it presents
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