Beginner's Mind
Blueprints for Builders and Investors
Hosted by Christian Soschner
From pre-seed to post-IPO, every company lives or dies by the frameworks it follows.
On Beginner’s Mind, Christian Soschner uncovers the operating principles behind the world’s most successful companies—through deep-dive interviews, strategic book reviews, and patterns drawn from history’s greatest business, military, and political leaders.
With 35+ years across M&A, company building, board roles, business schools, ultrarunning, and martial arts, Christian brings a rare lens:
What frameworks actually work at each stage of scale—and how to implement them to build durable, high-value companies.
🎙 Expect each episode to deliver:
- Founder & Investor Blueprints: Real-world lessons from Series A to IPO and beyond
- Historical & Biographical Frameworks: Actionable insights from the playbooks of giants
- Operating Clarity: No fluff—just what moves the needle
Whether you're leading a company, scaling one, or investing in the next great one—this podcast gives you the strategic edge.
Listen in. Apply what matters. Build companies that last.
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Beginner's Mind
MM 19: Merry Christmas from Christian Soschner: Uniting Deep Tech with Timeless Wisdom
📢 About This Memorable Moment
This festive season, I reflect on the journey we've shared through the 'Beginner’s Mind' podcast and our collective mission in the deep tech world.
📘 Inspiration Behind the Message:
Drawing from the insights in Sebastian Mallaby’s 'The Power Law', I discuss how we’ve aimed to nurture connections within the deep tech ecosystem. My message intertwines the philosophies of my Christian and Buddhist heritage, emphasizing the importance of kindness and mutual respect.
🥋 Philosophy and Martial Arts:
Explore how teachings from Jesus Christ, Viktor Frankl, and the principles of martial arts like Bujinkan have influenced my approach to life and business. These philosophies guide us to not take things personally, to ask questions, and to separate people from problems.
📊 Applying Philosophies to Business:
Discover five simple yet impactful actions that can elevate startups, scale-ups, and public companies. These include active listening, understanding perspectives, creating win-win negotiations, and more.
🙏 A Universal Message:
As we celebrate this festive season, let's embrace the spirit of the Golden Rule - a philosophy of kindness and mutual respect that transcends cultures and beliefs.
📌 Join the Conversation:
I invite you to watch, reflect, and share your thoughts on how these philosophies resonate with you in your personal and professional life.
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