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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—especially in complex deep tech sectors like biotech and AI—and how to implement them to build durable, high-value companies.
🎙 Expect each episode to deliver:
- Founder & Investor Blueprints: Real-world lessons from biotech, deep tech, and beyond—from Series A to IPO
- 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 22: Solving Big Problems: Luis Pareras on Smart Investments
Are you ready to discover the secret behind successful investments? Join us as we delve into the mind of Luis Pareras, a venture capital expert, as he reveals the critical investment principle many founders overlook.
🚀 What if the key to successful investments isn't just about having a solution, but finding the right problem to solve?
🎙️ In this Clip:
1️⃣ Learn why identifying and solving big problems is essential for investment success.
2️⃣ Discover the value of elegant solutions with strong biological rationale.
3️⃣ Understand how tackling underlying issues leads to impactful and profitable investments.
👨💼 About Luis Pareras: Luis Pareras is a seasoned venture capitalist with a deep understanding of biotech and innovation. His approach focuses on investing in companies that address significant issues with groundbreaking solutions.
📈 Why Watch: Whether you're an investor or an entrepreneur, this clip offers valuable insights into how focusing on the right problems can transform your investment strategy.
👍 Call to Action: Don't miss out on these essential investment tips! Watch the full clip, like, comment, and share to spread the knowledge. Subscribe for more insights and stay ahead in the world of venture capital.
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