At Activate, we know that breakthrough science alone isn’t enough to create lasting impact; it also takes a shift in mindset. For scientists and engineers considering startups as a path to scale their ideas, developing a science entrepreneur mindset is just as critical as the skills and knowledge you need.
The mindsets we cultivate at Activate and focus on in our Fellowship program help researchers step confidently into the role of founder, translating deep tech innovation into real-world solutions. We hope they’ll help you imagine what this journey could look like for you.

Healthy Performers

As a leader, my role is to create a healthy and safe environment in order to enable the best performance of my team.

Why it matters: Individuals with this mindset prioritize building equitable and inclusive practices, and they are comfortable giving clear, timely feedback to help their teams grow. They are comfortable admitting their errors in front of their team and can prioritize activities that support their well-being (such as non-work hobbies, taking PTO, etc).