Insights From the Founder of Insurance Startup Emma Labs


Any entrepreneur can tell you, launching a startup is a learning process. Therefore, one of the best things you can do prior to launching a startup of your own is to learn from those who have blazed the trail. We were fortunate enough to hear some valuable insights during our interview with Jacomo Deschatelets of Emma Labs that will inspire, motivate, and teach aspiring and established entrepreneurs alike. 

What advice do you have for aspiring entrepreneurs?

“Build fast. Launch as early as possible. Product-market fit is rarely at your first attempt.”

What is your advice for entrepreneurs in your industry specifically?

“Build a relationship with [an] insurer.”

What is your advice for coming up with a unique startup idea?

“Be bold. Crazy ideas are sometimes the most effective.”

What is your advice for overcoming challenges and failure?

“Stamina. You need to have great people around you.”

What is the biggest lesson you learned and what can aspiring entrepreneurs take from it?

“No need to have venture capital. Build a profitable business without borrowing money if you can.”

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