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//THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SKILL & EXPERIENCE In the business world, the value of what you provide is more significant than the time it takes! Here's a narrative that highlights this: A company's costly equipment had broken down. The breakdown was costing them much money. They needed to fix it promptly, so they called in an engineer. He looked at the equipment, picked up a hammer, and struck it. He then stated, "That'll be $25,000." The business owner was taken aback. All you did was strike it once with a hammer. The engineer responded, "You're not paying me to hit the machine with a hammer. You're paying me for my knowledge of where to hit the machine." Remember: "If I can complete a task in 30 minutes, it's because I spent ten years learning to accomplish it in 30 minutes. You are compensating me for the years, not the minutes." P.S. This is exactly the stuff we help our partners to achieve with our innovation factory. Reach out if you're interested in doing innovation right, efficiently, and without wasting resources unnecessarily :-) ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//WATER SPORTS INNOVATION 🔥 We got something super cool from Audi. This is the Audi e-foil. Made from advanced carbon fiber with reinforced Innegra rails, this hybrid board offers an ideal combination of durability and low weight. In the characteristic Audi design, it combines elegant, modern aesthetics with maximum stability on the water. _Speeds of up to 55 km/h  _Duration 1h or 20km range _Battery weight 8,8 kg P.S. What do you think, is this the future of water sports? ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//BEING THE RICHEST MAN IN THE CEMETERY DOESN'T MATTER TO ME. GOING TO BED AT NIGHT SAYING WE'VE DONE SOMETHING WONDERFUL, THAT'S WHAT MATTERS TO ME. This famous Steve Jobs quote reminds us what truly matters isn't wealth—it's making a difference. Here's our approach that might surprise you: We're going to build 100 startups over the next ten years. Most people think we're just playing a numbers game—launch enough companies and eventually one will become a billion-dollar unicorn. But that's missing the point. We're not building 100 startups just to improve our chances of getting rich. Yes, statistics suggest that with 100 attempts, we'll likely have a massive success. But that's not our main goal. What we really care about is creating 100 opportunities to solve real problems. To build teams that go to bed each night proud of what they've accomplished. The financial success will follow naturally from doing good work consistently. While others put everything into one big idea hoping to strike it rich, we're creating multiple paths to make an impact. P.S. You don't have to join us, but remember—when your time is up, what you created matters more than what you owned. ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//HOW TO TURN WASTE INTO BEAUTIFUL ART Everybody talks about sustainability, and then comes Deniz and turn it into beautiful pieces of art that will cost thousands of dollars : Enjoy all the details in the video from the artist born in Mersin (Turkey) DENİZ SAĞDIÇ P.S. Crazy how similar innovation development and art sometimes is. Seeing things in a different perspective is sometimes all you need to innovate. ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//ME, MONDAY MORNING AT THE OFFICE... no words needed. ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//WHAT'S HAPPENING IN MY HEAD WHEN SOMEONE IS TELLING ME THAT IT'S IMPOSSIBLE When someone tells me something is "impossible," my brain transforms into a toddler who's just been told they can't have ice cream for breakfast. First comes the rebellion: "Watch me do it while wearing mismatched socks and humming the Jurassic Park theme." Then the weird calculations begin: I'm suddenly doing complex innovation math where "impossible" = "nobody's been stubborn enough yet." The funniest part? Half the time I don't even care about the thing until someone says it can't be done. Tell me I can't build a startup that delivers meditation services to stressed houseplants, and suddenly it's my life's mission. My secret innovation formula: 1. Test before invest Who else turns "no way" into "challenge accepted"? 😂 P.S. This is exactly the stuff we help our partners to achieve in our innovation factory. Reach out if you're interested in doing innovation right, efficiently, and without wasting resources unnecessarily :-) ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//BEYOND GUESSWORK: REDEFINING HOW STARTUPS ARE BUILT The entrepreneurial journey involves countless decisions made under uncertainty. What separates sustainable ventures from the rest often lies in the foundation they're built upon. When examining startup studios versus traditional founding approaches, several research-backed patterns emerge: _Studio-built startups demonstrate a 30% higher five-year survival rate _The average time to validate core business assumptions is reduced by 7.3 months in studio environments _Traditional startups typically pivot 3-4 times before finding product-market fit, while studio-created ventures average 1.8 pivots _65% of traditional startups cite "team gaps" as a primary failure reason - a challenge eliminated in the studio model What makes this difference? Startup studios leverage their own cross-functional teams of experts who build ventures from the ground up. The numbers tell a compelling story: _Studio ventures reach break-even 43% faster than traditional startups _72% of studio-built companies achieve their first year revenue targets versus _34% of traditional startups _Customer acquisition costs average 38% lower in studio-launched businesses due to specialized marketing expertise _Engineering efficiency metrics show studio teams deploy functional MVPs with 52% fewer development hours _The average studio has successfully exited 3.7 ventures, recycling both capital and knowledge The financial metrics are equally impressive: _Studio ventures raise 40% less capital to reach the same revenue milestones as traditional startups _Initial traction metrics (first 100 paying customers) are achieved in an average of 4.8 months versus 11.3 months _Studio portfolios demonstrate 2.4x the capital efficiency when measured by revenue generated per dollar invested The data clearly demonstrates that while innovation remains challenging, the studio model significantly improves the odds through specialized expertise and methodical execution. P.S. This is exactly the stuff we help our partners to achieve with our innovation factory. Reach out if you're interested in doing innovation right, efficiently, and without wasting resources unnecessarily :-) ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

WHENEVER YOU MIGHT GET FIRED, WATCH THIS VIDEO 🔥 This is probably the most inspiring video, whenever someone does not believe in you. From complete destruction to rising as one of the biggest stars out there. This is the story of American rapper Doechii. P.S. Did you know that I have been rejected so often in my life, that I simply can't count it anymore? What I found is that there are many people without vision, without purpose, and without energy. They simply can't imagine that something you might believe in could become so successful because they don't believe in anything. Don't let yourself be stopped by these kinds of people. Simply believe in yourself. ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this

//THE FIRST STEP IS ALWAYS THE HARDEST. Just watched the most touching video that perfectly captures what we do at our innovation factory. A little girl stands before a stool, determination in her eyes. She jumps, falls short. Tries again, stumbles. Each attempt met with disappointment but never defeat. Then her father steps in—not to lift her onto the stool, but to offer just enough support so she can make the leap herself. And finally... success! Her face lights up with that magical mixture of pride and joy that comes from overcoming a challenge. This moment hit me hard because it mirrors exactly what we've learned about innovation. The statistics are brutal—90% of new ventures fail. But we've discovered something powerful: instead of pouring everything into a single "perfect" idea, we apply our rapid-testing framework across multiple smaller bets. By investing less in each individual project but running more iterations, we've flipped the script. After 21 tries, our success rate climbs to 90%. It's not magic—it's mathematics applied to innovation. Like that father, we don't carry our ideas to success; we give them just enough support to find their own way there. And when they do? That feeling is worth every failed attempt along the way. What challenge are you supporting today? Sometimes the greatest achievement isn't avoiding failure—it's creating the conditions where success becomes inevitable. P.S. This is exactly the stuff we help our partners with in our innovation factory. Reach out if you're interested in doing innovation right, efficiently, and without wasting resources unnecessarily :-) ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//SELL THE PROBLEM YOU SOLVE, NOT THE PRODUCT We don't buy products because they have the best specs. We buy them because of how they make us feel. Everyone talks about rational decision-making in business. But here's the truth that transformed Apple into a $3 trillion company: humans are fundamentally irrational. We don't choose restaurants based on nutrition facts. We pick them based on memories, ambiance, and that inexplicable "vibe." And guess what? The most successful companies understand this deeply. • Nike doesn't sell shoes. They sell the feeling of being an athlete. • Tesla doesn't sell cars. They sell the dream of being a pioneer. • Starbucks doesn't sell coffee. They sell a daily escape. The secret? Stop trying to win the rational argument. Start designing for human nature. When Steve Jobs returned to Apple in 1997, he didn't focus on making better computers. He focused on making computers that people would fall in love with. That's why innovation isn't about logic. It's about empathy. Understanding not just what people say they want, but what they truly desire. Stop asking "What makes sense?" Start asking "What makes people feel?" That's how you think different. P.S. This is exactly the stuff we help our clients with our innovation factory. Reach out if you're interested in doing innovation right, efficiently, and without wasting resources unnecessarily :-) ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//NEVER ASSUME WHEN BUILDING YOUR STARTUP Most people rely on assumptions when they are investing in startups and innovations. They think that because they have done market research, due diligence, nice concepts and plans for the future, success will very likely follow. The harsh truth is that more than 90% fail. For de-risking your innovation idea today, it has become a must to test before investing. Otherwise, you might end up spending all your budget on nothing. What happens most in our Innoweeks is that we discover something totally unexpected when testing new product ideas with real customers. An early pivot drastically raises the chances of success. P.S. This is exactly the stuff we help our partners to achieve in our innovation factory. Reach out if you're interested in doing innovation right, efficiently, and without wasting resources unnecessarily :-) ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//TYPICAL REACTION WHEN A GERMAN INNOVATION DIRECTOR RECEIVES A FAX The video perfectly captures corporate Germany's innovation paradox - a cat (aka Innovation Director) frozen in terror at a fax machine's unexpected activity. Six sigma certifications, innovation workshops, and digital transformation roadmaps... yet completely paralyzed by 1980s technology making actual noise. "I've prepared 47 PowerPoint slides about quantum computing, but WHAT IS THIS PAPER-BASED INTRUSION?!" The truth behind Germany's innovation gap isn't complex processes or perfectionism—it's this primal fear response when theoretical change becomes actual change. Our feline friend represents thousands of well-paid executives whose job descriptions mention "disruption" but whose instincts scream "TRADITION!" Germany: Where Innovation Directors get seven-figure budgets but keep the fax number "just in case." P.S. As Oscar Wilde once said: "Sarcasm is the lowest form of humor, but the highest form of intelligence... and the only way to survive a meeting with German executives who claim to embrace innovation while jumping at the sound of a fax machine." ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//HOW WE BLOCKED PEOPLE BACK IN THE DAYS... Before "ghosting" was cool, we had the OG method: receiver off the hook, baby! That chunky beige phone in the picture? That's not a broken phone - that's 1980s "Do Not Disturb" mode in action. Taking that receiver off and laying it down was like telling the ENTIRE WORLD to talk to the hand. The best part? Anyone trying to call you got the busy signal - that annoying "beep-beep-beep" that screamed "I'M IGNORING YOU AND I WANT YOU TO KNOW IT!" Today's kids will never understand the satisfaction of physically disconnecting. No subtle "active 2 hours ago" status - just an honest "I'm deliberately unavailable and everyone knows it." We didn't ghost quietly - we slammed the digital door in people's faces and it felt AMAZING. P.S. Sometimes I miss when "blocking" required upper body strength and commitment. ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//BE THE REASON SOMEONE SMILES TODAY 👇 There are people who are putting in their best effort, yet there are also those who are watching from the sidelines without offering any encouragement. It's important to consider how we can show support to those who are working hard. _Why not give them some support... _Why not clapping and cheering... _Why not give them a high five... Far too often, we simply take things for granted and complain because things could be even so much better not recognizing we are on the wrong track. _It's not about being the best in the world. _It's not about being the fastest in the world. _It's not about being the smartest in the world. You're totally awesome and can handle anything! You are enough! P.S. I know there are numerous people out there that actually demand a high-five in the face with a stool. But this is not the topic today. Have a sunny weekend! ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//SCIENCE CAN BE SO FASCINATING🔥 Fascinating concept! 🔬 It's incredible how the combination of electromagnetism and the viscosity of castor oil can lead to such ordered structures from seemingly chaotic motion. The magnetic field aligning the ferromagnetic ball bearings, combined with the damping effect of the oil, creates a dynamic yet stable system. This principle can likely be applied in various fields like material science or robotics. ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal.

//THE FUTURE OF WINDOWS DISPLAYS Here’s an idea inspired by the Hermès vibe, focusing on Valentine’s Day and window displays with some cool AI videos and images. A Hermès store feels more like an art piece than your average shop! Each display is packed with eye-catching visuals and bright colors, telling a fun story. It’s not just about selling stuff; it’s all about sparking feelings and creating excitement! Credits Amar A. ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//WHAT IF YOU COULD WALK INTO FAMOUS PAINTINGS An artist is bringing famous paintings to life, captivating millions. Imagine if Vincent van Gogh could see his art animated, with The Sea at Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer rippling or the lights in Café Terrace at Night flickering. Andrey Zakirzyanov, a multidisciplinary artist and animator, is doing just that. His hand-crafted animations transform iconic works like Van Gogh's Starry Night Over the Rhône and Renoir's Le Pont-Neuf into lively scenes where people dance and the ocean moves. By merging classic art with modern visuals, he offers a fresh perspective on these masterpieces. Zakirzyanov’s animations enhance the emotions of traditional paintings, making them feel alive and engaging. This innovative approach links the past with the present, appealing to both art enthusiasts and those less familiar with classical painting. P.S. What paintings would you want to see come to life? ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//A DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVE ON INNOVATION True Innovation isn't about sleek gadgets or breakthrough algorithms. The most transformative innovations throughout history weren't created by people obsessed with technology - they came from those haunted by problems that needed solving. When I see failed startups with cutting-edge tech but no users, I'm reminded that innovation's true north isn't technological advancement. It's empathy. The innovator's most powerful question isn't "How can I build something impressive?" but rather "What keeps people awake at night, and how might I help them?" The greatest innovations don't begin in labs - they begin in hearts that genuinely care about improving human lives. Technology is just the vehicle. Compassion is the driver. What problem are you solving today? P.S. This is exactly the stuff we help our partners to achieve with our innovation factory. Reach out if you're interested in doing innovation right, efficiently, and without wasting resources unnecessarily :-) ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//IF YOU THINK YOU ARE TOO SMALL TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE... WATCH THIS 👇 Small actions can trigger massive change. You know that ONE idea that's been living in your head? The one you keep putting off because you think it's "too small" or "not groundbreaking enough"? Watch how this tiny block creates a chain reaction, taking down blocks many times its size. Your "small" idea can do the same. _That startup giant you admire? They began with a single line of code. _That industry leader you follow? They started with one customer. _That viral movement you witnessed? It began with one person hitting "post." Stop waiting for the "perfect" moment or the "bigger" idea. Your small start today could cascade into something extraordinary tomorrow. P.S. The only question is: When will you tip that first domino? credits @ stephen morris P.S. This is exactly the stuff we help our clients to achieve with our innovation factory. Reach out if you're interested in doing innovation right, efficiently, and without wasting resources unnecessarily :-) ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #creativity #future #whatinspiresme #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.

//THE IRONY OF PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING I had a moment of clarity yesterday... INBOX: *23 unread connection requests with immediate sales pitches* ME: *Scrolls past them without responding* ALSO ME: *Sends a thoughtful connection request to someone* ALSO ME: *Checks daily to see if they've responded* ALSO ME: *Wonders what I did wrong when they don't* The irony isn't lost on me. After 15+ years in this business and projects with some of the most renowned companies like Porsche, IBM, Siemens, etc, I STILL face the silence. The dreaded non-response. The professional ghosting. We're all guilty of it - we ignore the people trying to sell us something immediately after connecting, yet we take it personally when our own outreach goes unanswered. But here's what I've learned: It's rarely about YOU. It's about: - Their overwhelmed inbox - Their current priorities - Their personal systems for managing connections - Their own professional anxieties - Simply timing So the next time you don't get a response, remember: the same person who ignored your thoughtful message probably just finished ignoring 20 others. Don't be hard on yourself. Keep reaching out. Keep connecting authentically. And maybe... just maybe... respond to one of those sales pitches. Not to buy anything, but to acknowledge the human on the other end who's feeling exactly like you do right now. ——— Chances your innovation strategy is broken are 94% https://lnkd.in/dexsVrw8 #innovation #innoweek #venturestudio #companybuilder #startupstudio #vc All rights and credits are reserved to the respective owner(s).  Contact me to add you as a reference or content removal. ♻️ Repost to help your network to bring their ideas to market.  And follow Dipl.-Ing. Lars Behrendt for more posts like this.