At DLAB, we believe in learning by doing and learning from each other. That is why every project in the lab is supported by a combination of expert-led workshops and peer-driven coaching sessions. These sessions are not just optional extras, they are an essential part of your startup journey.
You gain insight, test ideas, and develop the skills needed to turn ambition into progress.
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Each month, we host a hands-on workshop led by an invited expert. The workshop cycle follows the six KTH Innovation Readiness Levels: team, customer, technology, business, IP, and funding. The topics cover what every early-stage founder needs to know, including:
Customer discovery and validation
Value proposition design
Product development and prototyping
Startup finance and early funding
Team building and co-founder dynamics
Marketing, branding, and storytelling
Legal, IP, and university spin-off strategy
Workshops are structured to be practical and focused. Sessions typically include:
A 30-minute expert input with key insights and real examples
A 60-minute guided assignment or working time
A 30-minute peer discussion to reflect and refine
The goal is to leave with something tangible—something you can apply to your project the same day.
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Once a month, DLAB users come together in peer coaching groups of 4 to 8 participants. These sessions are led by experienced coaches, such as business developers, entrepreneurs or academics with startup experience.
What happens:
You share what you have done, what you are stuck on, and what is next.
The group reflects, offers feedback and learns from each other.
The coach facilitates, identifies patterns and connects dots across the network.
You fill out a monthly progress form based on the KTH Innovation Readiness Levels. This helps both you and the DLAB team keep track of your development, challenges, and opportunities. Peer groups are flexible and matched by project phase or field. For example, research-driven projects often share challenges around IP, funding, and tech transfer and may be placed together.
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DLAB does not offer passive content or one-size-fits-all training.
We help you learn exactly what you need, exactly when it matters.
Learn directly from people building real projects – not theory.
Stay accountable through regular reflection.
Build confidence and clarity through shared experience.
Gain access to targeted resources based on your current needs.
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Ready to learn by doing and from others doing the same?
Join DLAB and start building your skills alongside your startup.
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