Challenging decade old processes and breaking Barriers in 3D Design: Engineering a Path from Mechatronics to Entrepreneurship

Imagine entering the workforce and onboarded with process that have not changed for decades.

That's where Sophia Kurianski, CEO and founder of Jinolo, found herself.

With a background in mechatronics engineering, Sophia didn't conform to the 'this is how it's always been done' mentality.

Instead, she built Jinolo, a platform bridging the gap between technical designers and non-technical stakeholders in 3D collaboration.

Dive into her journey from scrapping her first code attempt to launching a platform now serving 500+ customers worldwide.

Listen up for practical insights to learn about:

• problem-solving as critical source of idea,
• MVP development,
• customer discovery/ customer research - How to validate your business idea by talking to potential users before writing a single line of code
• grants and cashflow optimisation
• product adoption approach
• The power of accelerator programs to provide structure, mentorship, and community for early-stage founders
• Mindset change: Why embracing failure in sales is essential for STEMM professionals used to academic success

Listen now to learn how Sophia built a scalable tech product as a solo founder with limited resources and discover actionable strategies to turn your technical expertise into entrepreneurial success.

If you're a STEM professional eyeing entrepreneurship or curious about 3D design evolution, this episode is a must-listen.

Check out Jinolo at jinolo.com and transform your 3D design workflow!

00:00 Introduction to Multiple Hats

00:29 Meet Sophia Kansky: CEO and Founder of Jinolo

00:37 The Problem with Traditional Processes

01:21 Introducing Jinolo: Bridging Technical and Non-Technical Collaboration

02:22 Sophia's Journey into Engineering

03:34 Challenges and Solutions in 3D Design Collaboration

09:19 Sophia's Early Career and Work Experience

13:01 Starting Jinolo: From Idea to Execution

19:26 Building the Minimum Viable Product

22:30 Overcoming Challenges and Gathering Feedback

27:40 Approaching Sales and Adoption Strategies

34:37 The Importance of Customer Discovery

35:58 Solo Founder Journey Begins

37:37 Building the MVP and Early Challenges

40:07 Hiring Contractors and Team Dynamics

43:27 Customer Acquisition Strategies

46:34 Technical and Customer Scalability

55:00 Funding and Financial Sustainability

58:58 Sales and Personal Growth

01:06:57 Reflections and Future Vision

01:09:27 Conclusion and Call to Action

Hey, I hope you have enjoyed this interview and the career twists!

While you listen, can you see the pattern - Founders tend to go get their destiny and create their own luck.

And so can you!

Creating your own luck has a lot to do with how you put yourself out there and speak about what you want to do.

Send me a message if you want to start being at the right place, at the right time and make your own stars align.

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The Femtech revolution with Ida Tin, founder of Clue

Did Apple "forgot" to add a period tracker to the Apple Heath tracker at a time when Femtech was not a thing?

Imagine you’re pioneering a product in a completely new sector, carving out an entirely new market category.

That’s the journey of Ida Tin, the co-founder of Clue, one of the largest Femtech health apps serving 10+ million active users across 190+ countries.

Ida coined the term 'Femtech,' to provide a unifying banner for the sector dedicated to women's health technology.

We get to hear how it started from the ida of a home hormonal test ( a decade before home testing of anything was a thing) to taking a 100% digital approach to contraception.

Despite navigating the challenges of a male-dominated investment landscape and spearheading a deeply ethical approach to data privacy, Ida Tin shares how Clue rose to become a trusted app for women’s reproductive health.

This episode covers everything from the struggles of combating gender norms to finding innovative ways to fund and market a startup in a stigmatized area.

Ida's story is also a testament to why inclusive data and ethical business practices are paramount in creating lasting and meaningful products for women around the world.

00:32 Meet Ida Tin: The Mother of Femtech

01:45 The Journey of Clue

03:55 Data Privacy and Ethical Considerations

07:09 Challenges and Innovations in Femtech

17:55 Building the Clue Team

33:33 The Birth of the Term 'Femtech' , definition and a new unifying banner

39:41 Inclusivity in Femtech: Bridging the Gender Gap

40:57 The Duality of Periods: Normalization vs. Medical Attention

42:28 Creating a Supportive Work Culture for Women

44:11 Challenges in Femtech: Data Gaps and Funding Issues

51:31 funding , Ethics and Success in Femtech: A Comparative Analysis

56:24 Navigating Gender Bias in Venture Capital

01:07:14 Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship

01:09:23 Conclusion: Building a Unified Future

You can follow Ida Tin on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/idatin/

Sign up for her Femtech book release https://femtechbook.com/

And check out Clue on your app store https://helloclue.com/

You can visit my website - angeliquegreco.com.au

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The end of the year is always a good time to look back and take one action.

Look back at :

• Your gut! What project was your heart signing to this year?
• Your surrounding. Who's around you? Do they get it? Do they support you? Do they detract you?

Time to shift towards these who lift you up.

• Your Patchwork: what makes YOU you? What's your special lens?
• Forget about your age. It does not matter.
• Get immune to detractors. Hear them then ignore them.
• Act this month - What is one thing you can take a shot at ?

In this episode, we review practical real life examples.

01:02 The Importance of Community

01:50 Facing Detractors and Naysayers

02:58 Finding Support in Startup Communities

06:06 Real-Life Examples of Overcoming Detractors

13:37 Embracing Your Unique Path

17:17 The Value of Taking Risks

21:58 Age is Just a Number

25:38 Conclusion and Call to Action

Featured stories from:

- Melina Georgousakis (Franklin Women)

- Heather Catchpole (Refraction Media)

- Annabel Zhou and Vivian Shen (Toastie)

- Dr. Loz (SciencePlaykids)

- Dr. Dharmica Mistry ( Medtech, breast cancer diagnostics)

- Dr. Maryam Parviz (Medtech, SDIP Innovations)

### The Importance of Community

### Breaking Entrepreneur Stereotypes

- Challenging the "tech bro" stereotype

- Different paths to entrepreneurship

- How researchers can transition to business

- Corporate founders' unique challenges

### Success Stories at Any Age

- Young founders: Canva co-founders, Alinta, Viv and Annabel

- Mid-career transitions: Heather Catchpole, Natalie Chapman, Melina Georgousakis

- Later-stage entrepreneurs: Dr. Sarah Cru (OOxii Global)

## Featured Quotes

> "There isn't one way, one personality." - Angelique Greco

> "Learn not to be perfect, even when it comes to motherhood. Being good enough is enough." - Dr. Maryam Parviz

## Call to Action

- Take a shot at something new before Christmas

- Share your goals with the host or keep them as your secret

- Connect with Multiple Hats:

- Website: angeliquegreco.com.au

- LinkedIn & Instagram: @Angelique Greco

- Share feedback and guest suggestions

## Show Status

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*Multiple Hats explores the journeys of STEMM professionals who have carved their own paths beyond traditional career tracks, sharing insights on innovation, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.*

💬 Message me on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/angelique-greco

⭐️ Visit my website https://angeliquegreco.com.au/ for short bite insights and on how to start crafting your message to set you on track for the career your want (Discover, Articulate, Master).

♻️ If you like the show share it with your community!

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