Ep. 39 - Starting a Hardware Company
05/15/25 • 81 min
In this episode of the Open Hardware Manufacturing Podcast, we tackle the daunting yet exhilarating journey of starting a hardware company. Join Stephen and Lucian as they share their insights and experiences, breaking down the essential steps to kickstart your venture. From embracing failure to navigating imposter syndrome, this episode is packed with valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs.
We discuss:
- The importance of accepting failure as part of the learning process
- Strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome
- The significance of understanding your motivation and reward structure
- How to balance work and life while managing the stresses of entrepreneurship
- The value of community and networking with fellow entrepreneurs
- Practical tips for executing your ideas and staying flexible amidst challenges
Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your approach, this episode will inspire you to take action and embrace the journey of building something meaningful.
Sources for links mentioned in this episode:
- https://kk.org/thetechnium/1000-true-fans/
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Dip
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Do you have any questions, comments, or topic suggestions? Email us at [email protected]. We'd love to hear from you!
To find out more about what we do, check out Opulo.io
To see everything else we do, including social media, check out Opulo.start.page
O.H.M. Podcast Merch is now here!
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In this episode of the Open Hardware Manufacturing Podcast, we tackle the daunting yet exhilarating journey of starting a hardware company. Join Stephen and Lucian as they share their insights and experiences, breaking down the essential steps to kickstart your venture. From embracing failure to navigating imposter syndrome, this episode is packed with valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs.
We discuss:
- The importance of accepting failure as part of the learning process
- Strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome
- The significance of understanding your motivation and reward structure
- How to balance work and life while managing the stresses of entrepreneurship
- The value of community and networking with fellow entrepreneurs
- Practical tips for executing your ideas and staying flexible amidst challenges
Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your approach, this episode will inspire you to take action and embrace the journey of building something meaningful.
Sources for links mentioned in this episode:
- https://kk.org/thetechnium/1000-true-fans/
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Dip
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Do you have any questions, comments, or topic suggestions? Email us at [email protected]. We'd love to hear from you!
To find out more about what we do, check out Opulo.io
To see everything else we do, including social media, check out Opulo.start.page
O.H.M. Podcast Merch is now here!
Intro song:
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Previous Episode
Ep. 38 - Taking Prototypes to Production
In this episode of the OHM Podcast, We explore the critical phases of product development: Engineering Validation Test (EVT), Design Validation Test (DVT), and Production Validation Test (PVT). We discuss the importance of each phase in transforming a bare-bones concept into a market-ready product and emphasize the need for structured validation processes to ensure that products meet their intended specifications and can be effectively mass-produced.
Join us as we delve into:
- The significance of product validation and the role of the Product Requirement Document (PRD)
- The differences and objectives of EVT, DVT, and PVT
- How empirical testing and user feedback shape product development
- Insights into managing engineering teams and collaboration across disciplines
- Real-world examples from their experiences at Form Labs and Opulo
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Do you have any questions, comments, or topic suggestions? Email us at [email protected]. We'd love to hear from you!
To find out more about what we do, check out Opulo.io
To see everything else we do, including social media, check out Opulo.start.page
O.H.M. Podcast Merch is now here!
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