David Shifrin is the founder of Filament Life Science Communications, where he helps early-stage life sciences companies communicate effectively to their ideal customers.
David also hosts a podcast, Science Writing Radio, where he teaches scientists how to get better at telling the story of their work.
We can learn a ton from David, in particular his approach to transforming himself from a lab scientist into an entrepreneur.
Key points:
- How to deal with ideal customers who don’t know they have a problem
- The Don Draper advice that’s essential to entrepreneurs
- How to supplement your business knowledge when you’re not a “business” person
- How to get a top-notch business education on a teeny-tiny graduate student budget
- The coveted trait baseball players and scientists have in common (and how it will help you with growing your business)
- Why clarity is underrated (plus the danger in not having it)
- What happens when you “wait to get fed” as an entrepreneur
Listen to the 25-minute episode here:
Show notes:
- Filament Life Sciences Communications
- David on Twitter: @FilamentLifeSci and @DShifrin
- Science Writing Radio
- David’s movie line
I Am the One Challenge:
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Once you’ve got your answer to the challenge question, tell me about it in the comments below!
David Shifrin says
December 7, 2015 at 1:46 PMThank you so much for a great conversation, Sonia! What you’re doing is awesome, and it was a pleasure and honor to get to be a small part of that.
Would be happy to follow up on any questions or comments if the listeners want to chat.
Sonia Thompson says
December 7, 2015 at 2:29 PMDavid – the pleasure was all mine! Thanks for being such a gracious and willing guest, and sharing your experiences. I learned a ton! 🙂