EPISODE · May 2, 2025 · 22 MIN
Startup Life in Clinical Research w/ Joe Dustin
from Inclusion Criteria: a Clinical Research podcast · host John Reites
Joe Dustin shares his journey from a computer geek to a significant player in the clinical trials industry. He discusses the differences between corporate and startup environments, emphasizing the importance of embracing chaos in startups. Joe reflects on the challenges he faced, including getting laid off, and offers insights into navigating the current market trends in life sciences. He provides valuable advice for startups, highlighting the need for product-market fit and the importance of reducing risk for potential clients. The conversation concludes with personal insights and thoughts on the future of the industry.Click here to message/text me your insights and ideas for future episodesThank you for joining Inclusion Criteria: a Clinical Research podcast hosted by me, John Reites. This is an inclusive, non-corporate podcast focused on the people and topics that matter to developing treatments for everyone. It’s my personal project intended to support you in your career, connect with industry experts and contribute to the ideas that advance clinical research. Inclusion Criteria is the clinical research podcast exploring global clinical trials, drug development, and life‑science innovation. We cover everything clinical research to deepen your industry knowledge, further your career and help you stay current on the market responsible for the future of medicine. Our episodes discuss current industry headlines, career tips, trending topics, lessons learned, and candid conversations with clinical research experts working to impact our industry everyday. Watch on YouTube and listen on your favorite podcast app. Thank you for supporting and sharing the show. Please connect with me (John Reites) at www.linkedin.com/in/johnreites or www.johnreites.com. The views and opinions expressed by John Reites and guests are provided for informational purposes only. Nothing discussed constitutes medical, legal, regulatory, or financial advice.
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Joe Dustin shares his journey from a computer geek to a significant player in the clinical trials industry. He discusses the differences between corporate and startup environments, emphasizing the importance of embracing chaos in startups. Joe reflects on the challenges he faced, including getting laid off, and offers insights into navigating the current market trends in life sciences. He provides valuable advice for startups, highlighting the need for product-market fit and the importance of...
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