Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Speak in Flow podcast! Host Melinda Lee sits down with Shun Fujisawa, CEO and co-founder of Lumena, who takes us through his incredible journey from aspiring K-pop star to tech entrepreneur. In this episode, Shun shares his story and the resilience required to transition from music dreams to leading a successful startup.In This Episode, You Will Learn:Communication in StartupsShun emphasizes how crucial clear and consistent communication in startups has been for overcoming challenges. He reveals how open dialogue is vital for navigating uncertainties and keeping his startup aligned with its goals.Leading by ExampleDiscover how Shun’s approach to leading by example shapes his startup’s culture. Learn how his dedication and work ethic inspire his team to elevate their performance and follow his lead.Goal-Setting StrategiesShun provides insights into his goal-setting strategies, balancing his passion for cosmetics tech with the demands of a traditional career. He shares effective time management tips and how setting clear goals has been integral to his success.Building a Mission-Driven TeamExplore the importance of aligning your team with your startup’s mission and values. Shun discusses how this alignment fosters motivation and commitment that goes beyond financial rewards.Navigating the Startup Ecosystem Gain practical advice from Shun on overcoming the fear of launching new products. He also highlights the importance of continuous learning and growth for young leaders in the startup world.Memorable Quotes:“I think just trying to figure out whether what I'm doing is the right thing or not, and just the fear that I might upset my parents is something that's really big for me.”“A lot of dudes as well as girls as well, they were really interested in what we were doing and the concept that we had, and they also recognized that this was an issue on their experience as well. So I think in that regard that was like the biggest confirmation that I had.”“Personally speaking, I think in terms of my own grit, I just go for it. I don't think too much about it you just gotta do the job that you assigned yourself to do so.” “I do sometimes worry about the people that are on my team and how I can make sure that they're motivated to keep on working. So I think that's something that I'm just like learning over the years”Resources Mentioned:Lumen Website: https://www.lumena-app.com/ App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lumena-a-review-app/id6499122541 Connect with Shun Fujisawa:Website: https://www.arin-tech.com/ LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shun-fujisawa/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lumena_appAbout the Guest:Shun Fujisawa is a UC Berkeley student majoring in Cognitive Science with Honors in Economics. Originally from Tokyo, Japan, and having spent five years of his childhood in Shanghai, China, Shun is the visionary founder of ARIN, a pre-seed startup developing Lumena, a platform for honest beauty product reviews in the US. Beyond his entrepreneurial efforts, he is involved in a campus consulting organization that offers strategic solutions to...