https://simplecast.com The STEMpreneur's Guide: From Lab to Market On the STEMpreneur's Guide I draw from my journey as a deep tech founder to guide fellow STEM innovators through the maze of commercializing their breakthroughs. From navigating product-market fit to overcoming common pitfalls, I share firsthand insights and lessons learned to help you transform your cutting-edge ideas into successful ventures. Tune in for practical advice and mentorship tailored for the next generation of STEM entrepreneurs. en Thu, 3 Apr 2025 22:04:41 +0000 Thu, 3 Apr 2025 22:04:51 +0000 https://the-stempreneurs-guide-from-lab-to-market.simplecast.com The STEMpreneur's Guide: From Lab to Market https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/b2efc978-e86f-4b05-8122-2b91f32af688/30546fd6-ce8f-4a6b-9453-0d6029eb33c9/3000x3000/the-stempreneurs-guide.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://the-stempreneurs-guide-from-lab-to-market.simplecast.com episodic On the STEMpreneur's Guide I draw from my journey as a deep tech founder to guide fellow STEM innovators through the maze of commercializing their breakthroughs. From navigating product-market fit to overcoming common pitfalls, I share firsthand insights and lessons learned to help you transform your cutting-edge ideas into successful ventures. Tune in for practical advice and mentorship tailored for the next generation of STEM entrepreneurs. Christine Johnson false https://feeds.simplecast.com/VA_RZWfz mba, stem, commercialization, deep tech, deep tech ventures, entrepreneurs Christine Johnson missjohnson6@gmail.com e238e279-3e91-449c-bb5e-219d74e9b8da Optimizing Energy as a Founder Thu, 3 Apr 2025 22:04:41 +0000 missjohnson6@gmail.com (Christine Johnson) https://the-stempreneurs-guide-from-lab-to-market.simplecast.com/episodes/optimizing-energy-as-a-founder-haK97nPP Optimizing Energy as a Founder Christine Johnson 00:06:55 In this episode, I explore what it means to lead and grow a business from a place of energetic alignment. Rather than reacting to pressure or hustle culture, I discuss how to manage and optimize your energy as your most valuable resource. Whether you're a founder, executive, or creative builder, this episode invites you to redefine productivity through presence and precision. In this episode, I explore what it means to lead and grow a business from a place of energetic alignment. Rather than reacting to pressure or hustle culture, I discuss how to manage and optimize your energy as your most valuable resource. Whether you're a founder, executive, or creative builder, this episode invites you to redefine productivity through presence and precision. deep tech, deep tech ventures, startup, entrepreneurs, business false full 11 c299e76e-f0db-4ba3-96f5-4032230b9d31 Turning Imposter Syndrome into Curiosity in Deep Tech Thu, 27 Mar 2025 14:33:04 +0000 missjohnson6@gmail.com (Christine Johnson) https://the-stempreneurs-guide-from-lab-to-market.simplecast.com/episodes/turning-imposter-syndrome-into-curiosity-in-deep-tech-2t6jeOIX Turning Imposter Syndrome into Curiosity in Deep Tech Christine Johnson 00:05:11 When you're working at the edge of what's possible, of course you won't have all the answers. But that's not a flaw — that's the frontier. In deep tech, it’s easy to feel like you don’t know enough — like everyone else has it figured out. This week, I’m sharing a quick mindset shift that’s helped me personally: reframing imposter syndrome as a cue to drop out of ego and into curiosity. Instead of spinning in “I’m not qualified,” I ask, What’s here to learn? What am I being invited to explore? Curiosity softens the edges. It moves us from needing to prove something to genuinely discovering something — which is exactly what deep tech is about. For anyone building in high-stakes, high-uncertainty spaces — this one’s for you. When you're working at the edge of what's possible, of course you won't have all the answers. But that's not a flaw — that's the frontier. In deep tech, it’s easy to feel like you don’t know enough — like everyone else has it figured out. This week, I’m sharing a quick mindset shift that’s helped me personally: reframing imposter syndrome as a cue to drop out of ego and into curiosity. Instead of spinning in “I’m not qualified,” I ask, What’s here to learn? What am I being invited to explore? Curiosity softens the edges. It moves us from needing to prove something to genuinely discovering something — which is exactly what deep tech is about. For anyone building in high-stakes, high-uncertainty spaces — this one’s for you. false full 10 d33e8c67-9c01-46f1-8432-698195c2125d How to Pick an Accelerator Program Thu, 25 Jul 2024 14:22:52 +0000 missjohnson6@gmail.com (Christine Johnson) https://the-stempreneurs-guide-from-lab-to-market.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-pick-an-accelerator-program-Fz5vxRRL How to Pick an Accelerator Program Christine Johnson 00:10:37 In this episode I share my experiences selecting aligned accelerator programs that add fundamental value to your STEM venture. In this episode I share my experiences selecting aligned accelerator programs that add fundamental value to your STEM venture. deep tech, deep tech ventures, accelerators, stem false full 9 90880e42-35e8-4ddc-b044-4c084036d722 You Get to Feel Good Thu, 20 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000 missjohnson6@gmail.com (Christine Johnson) https://the-stempreneurs-guide-from-lab-to-market.simplecast.com/episodes/you-get-to-feel-good-tN0v9trO You Get to Feel Good Christine Johnson 00:11:11 In this episode I talk about how your mindset affects not just how you experience your startup journey but also the tone you set for your culture. You get to feel good. In this episode I talk about how your mindset affects not just how you experience your startup journey but also the tone you set for your culture. You get to feel good. deep tech ventures, stem, entrepreneurs false full 8 6613032a-690c-4a47-bf06-3d8df193dea1 Why You Need a Process Around Your Product Research Join my community of STEM founders - https://www.stembusinessacademy.com/

Reach out to Annie if you want some help building out the backend: https://www.nobrainerbusiness.com/

]]> Thu, 13 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000 missjohnson6@gmail.com (Christine Johnson) https://the-stempreneurs-guide-from-lab-to-market.simplecast.com/episodes/why-you-need-a-process-around-your-product-research-QarssPMr Join my community of STEM founders - https://www.stembusinessacademy.com/

Reach out to Annie if you want some help building out the backend: https://www.nobrainerbusiness.com/

]]> Why You Need a Process Around Your Product Research Christine Johnson 00:19:42 In this episode, we're going to talk about why it's important to have a process around your product research rather than a one and done approach. I dig into how I break my research down into different sprints leading into a confident MVP build. In this episode, we're going to talk about why it's important to have a process around your product research rather than a one and done approach. I dig into how I break my research down into different sprints leading into a confident MVP build. product research, product market fit, deep tech, deep tech ventures, stem false full 7 9bd40961-fed0-42c9-bc36-f97915a8b4ba What is Product Market Fit? Thu, 6 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000 missjohnson6@gmail.com (Christine Johnson) https://the-stempreneurs-guide-from-lab-to-market.simplecast.com/episodes/what-is-product-market-fit-XMcC69jl What is Product Market Fit? Christine Johnson 00:10:53 What we'll cover: - What is product market fit and why is it important? - How to identify my ideal customer profile What we'll cover: - What is product market fit and why is it important? - How to identify my ideal customer profile product research, product market fit, deep tech ventures false full 6 6c19e65c-dbe6-4734-bc9e-5f710dc94f17 Research Interview Best Practices NSF I-Corps: https://new.nsf.gov/funding/initiatives/i-corps

]]> Thu, 30 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000 missjohnson6@gmail.com (Christine Johnson) https://the-stempreneurs-guide-from-lab-to-market.simplecast.com/episodes/research-interview-best-practices-QuY2DYJB NSF I-Corps: https://new.nsf.gov/funding/initiatives/i-corps

]]> Research Interview Best Practices Christine Johnson 00:20:01 In this episode, we're going to talk about interview best practices. Some key things we'll cover - Conversion tactics and messaging - Timing and how to keep the interview on track - How to structure your questionnaire and how to mitigate bias In this episode, we're going to talk about interview best practices. Some key things we'll cover - Conversion tactics and messaging - Timing and how to keep the interview on track - How to structure your questionnaire and how to mitigate bias false full 5 99831727-57b4-4e14-b637-d41e727bdb43 Lifestyle design for new founders Thu, 23 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000 missjohnson6@gmail.com (Christine Johnson) https://the-stempreneurs-guide-from-lab-to-market.simplecast.com/episodes/lifestyle-design-as-a-founder-E4mCMW6n Lifestyle design for new founders Christine Johnson 00:08:33 In this episode I talk about intentional lifestyle design. How to align your business with your personal goals and well being. In this episode I talk about intentional lifestyle design. How to align your business with your personal goals and well being. false full 4 d2925484-a795-439c-a8a7-545ddc9b68fd Building a product research engine that doesn't break the bank Some resources:

Annie Ratner - Fractional CMO services: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-ratner/

Airtable (Core database & project tracker): https://airtable.com/pricing

Zapier (Integration automation): https://zapier.com/pricing

Expandi (LinkedIn automation): https://expandi.io/pricing/

Calendly (Calendar links & management): https://calendly.com/pricing

SendGrid (Email automation): https://sendgrid.com/en-us/pricing

 

]]> Thu, 16 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000 missjohnson6@gmail.com (Christine Johnson) https://the-stempreneurs-guide-from-lab-to-market.simplecast.com/episodes/building-a-product-research-engine-that-doesnt-break-the-bank-PoX7rkxB Some resources:

Annie Ratner - Fractional CMO services: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-ratner/

Airtable (Core database & project tracker): https://airtable.com/pricing

Zapier (Integration automation): https://zapier.com/pricing

Expandi (LinkedIn automation): https://expandi.io/pricing/

Calendly (Calendar links & management): https://calendly.com/pricing

SendGrid (Email automation): https://sendgrid.com/en-us/pricing

 

]]> Building a product research engine that doesn't break the bank Christine Johnson 00:12:38 In this episode I discuss how to build a cost effective product research engine that is scalable and integrates directly into your business strategy and product roadmap. In this episode I discuss how to build a cost effective product research engine that is scalable and integrates directly into your business strategy and product roadmap. product research, product market fit, deep tech, deep tech ventures, stem, founders false full 3 01a9786a-2341-42ee-b504-c922b73ebd26 When to bring on a co-founder Wed, 8 May 2024 23:16:22 +0000 missjohnson6@gmail.com (Christine Johnson) https://the-stempreneurs-guide-from-lab-to-market.simplecast.com/episodes/when-to-bring-on-a-co-founder-5eDec1iQ When to bring on a co-founder Christine Johnson 00:13:16 In this episode I discuss how to think about bringing on a co-founder. I also cover some common issues with incentivizing with equity and how to protect yourself and your cap table for long term growth and scale. In this episode I discuss how to think about bringing on a co-founder. I also cover some common issues with incentivizing with equity and how to protect yourself and your cap table for long term growth and scale. deep tech, deep tech ventures, stem, entrepreneurs, cofounders false full 2 8034a03b-7fe0-4648-ad4f-48976bd424c0 WELCOME TO THE PODCAST! Fri, 3 May 2024 01:06:39 +0000 missjohnson6@gmail.com (Christine Johnson) https://the-stempreneurs-guide-from-lab-to-market.simplecast.com/episodes/welcome-to-the-podcast-YM4MFCyP WELCOME TO THE PODCAST! Christine Johnson 00:17:11 Hello fellow founders! In this episode, get to know a bit more about me and my journey validating product market fit with my own deep tech venture. Hello fellow founders! In this episode, get to know a bit more about me and my journey validating product market fit with my own deep tech venture. false full 1