Episode Summary
In Episode 36 of Think Like a Pancreas-The Podcast host Gary Scheiner and his guests Naomi Garlick and Justin Eastzer discuss the intersection of entrepreneurism and diabetes management.
They all share how personal experiences with diabetes have driven them to create innovative products and content aimed at improving the quality of life for those living with the condition.
Learn about the challenges of product development, the importance of community support, and the resilience required to balance personal and professional...
Episode Summary
In Episode 36 of Think Like a Pancreas-The Podcast host Gary Scheiner and his guests Naomi Garlick and Justin Eastzer discuss the intersection of entrepreneurism and diabetes management.
They all share how personal experiences with diabetes have driven them to create innovative products and content aimed at improving the quality of life for those living with the condition.
Learn about the challenges of product development, the importance of community support, and the resilience required to balance personal and professional lives in the diabetes space!
Key Takeaways
- Entrepreneurism often stems from personal experiences with diabetes.
- Creating products that address real-world usability is crucial.
- Building a community around shared experiences enhances support.
- Quality of life should be a primary focus in diabetes management.
- Balancing personal and professional life is essential for mental health.
- Resilience developed from managing diabetes translates to business success.
- Mistakes should be viewed as learning opportunities.
- Utilizing available resources can aid in business development.
- Community support is vital in the diabetes space.
- Starting a business as a side project can reduce pressure.
Chapters
00:18 -- Introduction and welcome.
01:33 -- Naomi Garlick, Founder of Glow Gummies
04:58 -- Jason Eastzer, Founder of DiabeTech
07:42 -- Why did you create a business in the diabetes space?
11:28 -- How do you avoid getting overwhelmed by diabetes?
17:44 -- How has having type 1 diabetes helped your business?
20:30 -- What flavours you won't see in Glow Gummies
22:34 -- What have been the biggest challenges for you in developing your business?
26:13 -- What advice do you have for new entrepreneurs who also have diabetes?
30:43 -- Final Thoughts
Links
Integrated Diabetes Services or email info@integrateddiabetes.com
https://bit.ly/m/diabetech
https://glowgummies.com/
Disclaimer
The information contained in this program is based on the experience and opinions of the Integrated Diabetes Services clinical team. Please discuss any changes to your treatment plan with your personal healthcare provider before implementing.
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