In this episode of Founders, Future, host Joseph Fitzgerald sits down with Jan Trautwein, co-founder of Coliberate Ventures, to discuss his journey from physics student to entrepreneur. Jan shares how his career evolved from tech startups to personal coaching and, ultimately, to founding Coliberate Ventures with his partner Diara. Together, they help independent consultants refine their offerings and implement smart lead-generation strategies to scale their businesses.

The conversation dives into the challenges of transitioning from employee to entrepreneur, overcoming identity shifts, and battling self-sabotage. Jan also shares insights into navigating a business and life partnership, managing work-life balance, and staying aligned with personal values.

Listeners will gain practical advice on leveraging existing skills to start a business, why productized consulting is a game-changer, and how to make meaningful contributions to industries that resonate with their values.