How to Break the 147-Day Sales Cycle for Women-Led Startups

"I'm stuck in my 147th meeting with decision-makers who keep saying 'just one more'..."Sound familiar? In this week's episode, I dive into the hidden barriers facing women-led healthcare innovations and why solutions that could save lives get trapped in procurement purgatory.Episode Highlights:The Hidden Barriers in Women's Health InnovationLess than 3% of venture capital funding goes to women-owned businessesWomen-led companies generate 35% higher ROI and 12% higher revenue than male counterpartsSabrina introduces the three Gatekeeper Myths from her TEDx talk that hold women founders backThe Mental MoatHow self-doubt affects even accomplished healthcare professionalsWhy your unique perspective is actually your greatest strengthSuccess story: How reframing personal experience as expertise led to partnerships with three major health systemsThe Perception DrawbridgeThe perfectionism trap that high-achieving women often fall intoWhy "doing it all yourself" leads to overwhelm and stalled growthPractical approaches to strategic delegation, automation, and elimination of non-essential tasksThe City WatchThe shocking statistic: less than 2% of medical research funding goes to pregnancy, childbirth, and female reproductive healthHow historical exclusion of women from clinical trials (pre-1993) continues to impact innovation todayRecent progress: Nearly $1 billion in new investments announced at the White House Conference on Women's Health ResearchBuilding Your Breakthrough StrategyFour proven approaches that successful women founders are using right nowHow one founder cut her sales cycle from 147 days to just 45 daysThe rise of FemTech and new opportunities across the women's health spectrumThe HealthTech Showdown OpportunityWhy Sabrina created this monthly virtual event specifically for healthcare innovatorsWhat to expect at the March 27th event focused on women's health solutionsHow to connect directly with health system leaders, investors, and successful foundersResources Mentioned:HealthTech Showdown (March 27th, 11am EST): Register at HealthTechShowdown.comSabrina's TEDx Talk "The 3% Problem: Why Women-Led Healthcare Innovation is So Hard": Watch at PulsePointPath.com/TEDx"Funding Her Future" Interview Series: Watch on YouTubeConnect with Sabrina:LinkedIn: Sabrina RunbeckWebsite: PulsePointPath.comThis episode was recorded as part of Sabrina's ongoing commitment to supporting women founders in healthcare innovation. If you found this valuable, please share with a founder who needs to hear it.Episode Timeline:00:01:18 - Challenges in Healthcare Innovation00:02:38 - Barriers for Women's Health Innovations00:04:47 - Myth #1: The Mental Mode (Self-Doubt)00:07:48 - Myth #2: The Perception Drawbridge00:13:25 - Myth #3: The Citywatch (Systematic Challenges)00:15:27 - Creating an Empowered Ecosystem00:17:45 - Key Strategies for Founders Today00:18:59 - HealthTech Showdown & Opportunities for Founders00:20:32 - The Future of FemTech00:24:39 - Conclusion & Next StepsListen 🔊to this episode now and Subscribe to the Provider’s Edge to never miss an episode❗🎧 SabrinaRunbeck.com/Podcast ------------------------------------------Rather read our episode's best highlights?For the visual learners, 📚 subscribe to our LinkedIn Newsletter where we summarize each episode into a 4-5 minutes blog for you.Click here to 🔔 subscribe: SabrinaRunbeck.com/LinkedInNewsletter------------------------------------------We love to hear your feedback. Send me a personal message on Linkedin.com/in/SabrinaRunbeck or share a post and tag me @SabrinaRunbeckLet me know how you like to uplevel your success!

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The healthcare industry is in a state of flux, with new technologies, regulations, and challenges emerging all the time. Healthcare entrepreneurs and startup founders face an uphill battle, competing with established players in the industry while striving to make a positive impact. The Provider's Edge is a podcast that recognizes these challenges and aims to provide a roadmap for success. Sabrina Runbeck, the host of Provider's Edge podcast, has first-hand experience with the challenges facing healthcare entrepreneurs. As a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate with more than 12 years of experience in public health and neuroscience, she has seen the toll that burnout and other obstacles can take on healthcare professionals. After overcoming burnout herself, Sabrina took a career pivot, leveraging public speaking to share her true mission. Sabrina believes that changemakers in healthcare do not burn out because they want to do less. They want to do more of what they love and be seen and appreciated. She is passionate about helping healthcare entrepreneurs and startup founders break free from the traditional healthcare model and creates a business that not only generates income but also has a positive social impact. In each episode of Provider's Edge, Sabrina and her guests provide valuable insights and actionable tips to help healthcare entrepreneurs and startup founders overcome the common obstacles that they face. They provide guidance on improving operational efficiency, reducing provider fatigue, increasing access to meet patient expectations, and introducing the next generation of healthcare innovators who are truly making a difference. Sabrina and her guests are experts in their field and have a wealth of knowledge to share. They provide real-world examples and practical advice that you can implement right away to transform your business. The Provider's Edge podcast is the perfect podcast for healthcare entrepreneurs and startup founders who want to make a difference in the world. As a healthcare business owner, you can have it all - an efficient team, clients who feel well cared for, and reclaim an extra day per week. Sabrina and her guests will guide you through the process of rewriting the rules for your business so you can have more time off, a great team, and more income. They will help you break down the barriers that are holding you back and show you how to take control of your business, your life, and your future. In addition to the podcast, Sabrina runs a monthly event called "Healthcare Disruptors Think Tank," which is a collaborative networking event that brings together healthcare entrepreneurs and startup founders to share ideas and insights. Sabrina believes that collaboration is key to success in the healthcare industry, and she is passionate about building relationships and sharing knowledge. Podcast speaking has become one of the most effective ways for healthcare entrepreneurs to scale their businesses in today's world. The Provider's Edge podcast provides a platform for entrepreneurs to share their expertise, build credibility, and connect with a wider audience. Sabrina understands the importance of leveraging podcast speaking to scale your business, and she encourages healthcare entrepreneurs and startup founders to embrace this platform. The Provider's Edge is the perfect podcast for healthcare entrepreneurs and startup founders who want to make a difference in the world. Join Sabrina and her guests to discuss the smartest strategies for scaling your business and creating a positive social impact in the healthcare industry. Start listening today and take your healthcare business to the next level! For more information about the podcast or Sabrina Runbeck visit SabrinaRunbeck.com