Welcome to a research-first tech company & community
Want to build a tech company that leads with big ideas and creates a community around them? This guide shows you how to turn research into a business that makes money, lasts long, and stands out. It's for anyone; entrepreneurs, researchers, or dreamers; who wants to solve problems and bring people together.
A research-first company puts discovery first. You dig into tough questions, create new solutions, and share knowledge that makes an impact. It's not just about profits (though those matter!). It's about building a brand people trust and a community that grows with you. This guide breaks it down into simple steps: start with a great team, find your unique mission, and keep going even when things get tough. You'll learn how to make more money than you spend, grow a reputation for awesome work, and attract people who share your vision.
With practical tips and real-world lessons, each chapter gives you clear advice to build a company and community that thrive. Expect straightforward ideas, a few techie terms (like trade secrets or ops), and no fluff. Whether you're starting small or aiming big, this is your guide to creating something that lasts; a business that turns research into real results and a community that supports it.
Core model
- Profitable: Make more money than you spend
- Sustainable: Stay strong over time
- Research to Value: Turn ideas into products or impact
- Company: Brand value + Trade secrets
How to build
- Research/Consulting Team: Start with a strong research/consulting team
- Identity: Know your mission & what makes you special
- Get money to grow: Investors, grants, or partners
- Trusted Brand: Build a trusted brand: Be known for great work
- Share your ideas: Create research, posts, or tools
- Resilience: Stay resilient: Pass the test of time
- Knowledge Hub & Ops: Build a central hub for knowledge & ops
- Tough Times: Handle tough times (tech shifts, money issues)
- Talent: Attract & keep talented people
- Community: Grow a community: Events, forums, or online groups
- Scaling: Scale smart: Grow big but stay research-first
