Strategy First, Business Plan Later — Why a Clear Strategy Lays the Foundation for Every…Every startup begins with a vision — an idea with the power to revolutionize markets or solve pressing problemsNov 28Nov 28
Fast but Directionless?Move fast and break things” — this motto coined by Mark Zuckerberg has become a mantra in the culture of many startups.Nov 13Nov 13
Excellence as a Principle: How Outstanding Performance and Regenerative Models Secure Our FutureMediocrity is not a path to success. At our venture studio we see no advantage in settling for the average.Oct 30Oct 30
Breaking Boundaries: Why Trans- and Interdisciplinarity Are the Keys to Startup SuccessIn an increasingly complex and interconnected world, traditional problem-solving approaches are often no longer sufficient.Oct 16Oct 16
Hiring the Wrong Skills at the Wrong Time: A Common Founder PitfallTime and again, we encounter founders who make the mistake of bringing the wrong skills on board at the wrong timeOct 2Oct 2
Stop Boring Investors: How a Paint-By-Numbers Pitch Deck Could Be Your Biggest MistakeAs a venture studio, we review countless pitch decks and must admit that most of them really bore us…Sep 18Sep 18
How the Pursuit of Inspiration Destroys Appreciation for KnowledgeWe’ve all heard them before: “Surround yourself with people who inspire you to aim higher” but this is not the right way to do it.Sep 4Sep 4
From the Lab to Market Leadership: The Challenges of Expectation ManagementIn the fast-paced world of innovation, the expectations of potential users play a crucial role in the success of new technologies.Aug 21Aug 21
From the Lab to Market Leadership: The Challenges of the Innovator’s Dilemma for SciencepreneursSciencepreneurs face the challenging task of establishing groundbreaking innovations in profitable markets.Aug 7Aug 7
The Dark Side of Speed: Why Founders in the Startup Frenzy Often Miss What Really MattersSummer is just around the corner, and for many, it means vacation time — an opportunity to escape daily life and recharge.Jul 24Jul 24