The Scientist's Dilemma: From Lab to Boardroom
- Dr. TiehKoun Koh
- May 28
- 1 min read
Updated: Jul 24
I have met a brilliant scientist who'd been producing groundbreaking research papers. When he was tasked with commercializing a government-funded laboratory, he saw it as a chance to climb the corporate ladder. However, his journey was far from smooth.
With a PhD in life science and a background in research, he relied on book-based knowledge to navigate marketing and sales. In job interviews, he'd ask candidates to "sell me this pen" - but his own approach felt forced and awkward.
The result?
A team of scientists struggling to make sense of the commercial world. Despite initial fanfare, commercialization and scaling up operations failed to gain traction.
Do You Face Similar Challenges?
If you're struggling to bridge the gap between scientific research and commercial success, you're not alone. Many organizations face similar pain points.
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