117 -🎙 How Curiosity Transforms Engineers into Entrepreneurs - Stefan Siarov

Stefan Siarov is an accomplished aerospace and electromechanical engineer with a passion for systems thinking, innovation, and human-centered organizational growth. His career journey spans roles at the European Space Agency, where he worked on pioneering lunar habitat projects, to pivotal contributions in scaling early-stage startups like Valispace. Along the way, Stefan has also distinguished himself as a guest lecturer, advisor to sustainability-focused startups, and a vocal advocate for the importance of personal well-being and authentic self-expression within entrepreneurial environments.

💡 What You’ll Learn from Stefan's Journey:
🔸Embracing Systems Thinking: Stefan demonstrates how applying a systems engineering mindset not only tackles technological complexity, but also enhances team-building, organizational structure, and personal decision-making.

🔸Fostering Human Systems: Learn how Stefan’s experience building and scaling diverse teams taught him the importance of culture, communication, and empathy—crucial ingredients for startup success.

🔸Navigating Burnout & Personal Alignment: Gain insights into Stefan’s honest reflection on burnout, how self-awareness and proactive care are essential for sustainable leadership, and the courage required to realign your path with your values.

🔸Taking Radical Action & Following Flow: Be inspired by Stefan’s advice to continuously act on clarity, pursue work that energizes you, and courageously use your voice—reminding founders to prioritize meaningful action and authentic connection above all.

You can connect with Stefan on ⁠LinkedIn⁠ to follow his journey.

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👏 Props to the stellar crew: Nancy Nash, Daniel M. Melo, Carlos Javier Chacón Sánchez, Matthew Ray, and host Spencer Walker-Fooks. You bring this show to life.

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