The Researcher Entrepreneur

Discover a transformative book that equips aspiring 'researcher entrepreneurs' with invaluable strategies to avoid common start-up mistakes. Unveiling a fresh perspective, it emphasizes that technological researchers already possess critical entrepreneurial traits, merely needing the right approach to succeed. From preparing and setting up a tech start-up to illuminating best practices, this book sets you on the path to triumphant technological entrepreneurship.

This essential guide tackles the paradox of start-up failures, even after a very promising start, providing insights into how to overcome internal and external problems and obstacles and secure a thriving future. Tailored for researchers aiming to commercialize their technology by setting up a start-up and for technology transfer strategists supporting academic commercialization, the book ensures clarity by avoiding jargon and employing real-life case studies and exercises. Decision-assisting activities such as a "Commercialization Readiness Index (CRI)" and a "Market-prioritization Decision Matrix" offer valuable tools to help a researcher become a successful entrepreneur.

Whether you're a seasoned researcher or an aspiring entrepreneur, this book will empower you to harness your potential, turning visionary ideas into flourishing businesses. Embrace the entrepreneurial journey and embark on a transformational ride towards success in the dynamic world of technological entrepreneurship.

1. Researchers and Entrepreneurship. - 2. Bridging Two Worlds. - 3. Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained. - 4. Decisions, Decisions. - 5. An Invention Is not an Innovation. - 6. Opportunities Are Everywhere and If There Aren t, Create Them! . - 7. Can You Manage as well as You research? . - 8. Strong Foundations. - 9. Aim for Perfection. - 10. Strategise like a 5* General. - 11. There Is More than One Way to Rome. - 12. Be Disruptive But Don t Disrupt! . - 13. Think Ahead and Fit the Purpose. - 14. Is Your Financial Base Solid? . - 15. In. . . Agreements We Trust. - 16. Timing Is Critical. - 17. Risk Wisely. - 18. Protect Your Technology. . . But Not Too Much! . - 19. Viability, Not Just Feasibility. - 20. Skilling and Re-skilling. - 21. The Market Is Your Guide. - 22. Position, Position, Position. - 23. Commercialisation Readiness Index. - 24. Obstacles Are Just Challenges. - 25. There Is Always That Little Bit Extra You Can Offer. - 26. Consolidate First, Diversify Later. - 27. Diamonds From Ashes. - 28. Open a Window to the World. - 29. A Final Thought: Proactivity Breactivity Every Time.