So You Want to Advise Startups? Here’s Exactly How to Get Started as a Physician Consultant

Many physicians know they have valuable clinical insight, but they struggle to name where that value fits outside traditional clinical practice.

In this re-release episode, Dr. Alison Curfman walks through five common barriers physicians face when exploring startup advising, consulting, and industry work — from “I don’t have anything unique to offer” to “I’m just a doctor. I don’t know business.”

Your clinical experience already opens more doors than you may realize. This episode helps you start seeing where those doors are.

Chapters
00:00 Overcoming Mental Barriers in Medicine
02:26 Identifying Unique Offerings and Skills
05:04 Building a Network and Strategic Connections
07:45 Communicating Value Without Being Salesy
10:39 Time Management and Flexibility in Consulting
13:15 Understanding Business Fundamentals for Physicians
16:20 Crafting Your Narrative and Value Proposition
18:50 Design Thinking and Innovation in Healthcare
21:35 The Path Forward: Joining the Startup Ecosystem

Resources
Startup Physicians: https://startupphysicians.com
Free guide: 50 Things Physicians Can Do With Startups https://startupphysicians.com/resources
Join the waitlist for Launchpad Cohort: www.startupphysicians.com/launchpad
Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/startup-physicians/