We enable
to build high
performing teams
The Gottman Initiative: designed for entrepreneurs - supported by VCs and research.
We're proud to work with a diverse range of partners. Here is a sneak peek for you:
What Sets a Great Team Apart?
What qualities turn a group of individuals into a high-performing, resilient team?
Friendship
Trust
Empathy
Commitment
Adaptability
Respect
Friendship
Trust
Empathy
Commitment
Adaptability
Respect
Motivation
Transparency
Synergy
Accountability
Passion
Diversity
Motivation
Transparency
Synergy
Accountability
Passion
Diversity
Curiosity
Initiative
Mindfulness
Dedication
Engagement
Openness
Curiosity
Initiative
Mindfulness
Dedication
Engagement
Openness
We Don't Replace, We Complement
We complement established programs with psychological feedback to help understand your high-performing team.
Incubator
Financial Support
Mentoring
What others do
Psychological Feedback
Virtual Touchpoints
Tailored Perks
The Gottman Initiative
A Proven Approach to Understand High-Performing Teams
We combine proven research with team-focused insights to gain insights how founders build partnerships that last.
We don't do Marital Research
Our approach is inspired by studies that predict relationship success, providing insights into what makes partnerships thrive.
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Founding is Like a Marriage
Starting a business together requires the same trust, communication, and commitment needed to make a marriage work.
We do in-depth Team Analysis
Our assessments delve into team dynamics, offering founders a clear view of their strengths and areas for growth.
In Depth Team Analysis
Our three-step process makes it simple to get involved and start seeing results right away.
Initial On-Site Session
Duration
60 minutes
Location
Munich or other major cities
Details
Conducting personality assessments
Quarterly Virtual Check-Ins
Duration
15 minutes every 4 months
Location
Virtual questionnaire
Details
Monitor progress
Take the First Step Toward a Better Understanding
After 2 years as a contributor to The Gottman Initiative, you get access to the rewards of the TUM ecosystem
Apply
Join our waitlist and provide basic details about you, your co-founder, and your startup. The process takes only 2 minutes.
Participate
Take part in a 60-minute lab session in Munich or nearby cities. We'll measure key metrics and offer insights into your team dynamics.
Benefit
Receive ongoing team performance insights every three months and access perks like university talent for your startup promotion.