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An executive coach shares the 6 types of stress silently killing your startup’s potential
Stress is sometimes not just an occasional visitor—it's practically part of the team. But as a leader, understanding the nuances of stress can be your secret weapon in building a resilient, high-performing team. We sat down with Natalya Berdikyan, executive coach who works with entrepreneurs and founders globally. In our convo, Natalya breaks down the six types of stress that could be silently sabotaging a startup's success.
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Nearly 50% of founders report a stigma around going to a shrink. This millenial founder explains why.
Serial Entrepreneur Gal Bechor digs into the data, analyzing the stigma around professional existing and offering solutions for wider ecosystem change
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The most surprising factors in building stress-free cofounder teams
Join Dr. Neetu Johnson, a consultant psychiatrist and Chief Medical Officer at Prescribed Life, as she delves into the challenges faced by startup founders, sharing practical strategies to enhance mental well-being
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Investing in Founder Well-being: The Investor’s Perspective with Lisa Mikkelsen
Lisa Mikkelsen is a VC and a passionate advocate for founder mental health. In this interview she shares her view on investor support extending far beyond the bottom line.
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Entrepreneurship and Love: Three psychologists discuss how to bring home the stress
Entrepreneurs operate in a pressure cooker. Whilst they need a place to release their steam, frequently their spouse or intimate partner can't handle the heat. This video provides insights for how founders can bring home their stress.
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Lonely at the top: Why are high achievers struggling to open up?
Three ecosystem experts discuss the psychological workings behind this phenomenon
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Why do only 23% of founders go to a psychologist or coach? Experts discuss the troubling trend
Despite the overwhelming emotional toll of starting a new venture, only 23% of founders report that they go...
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How to prep for the spotlight: Game-changing strategies for stress-free pitches
Investor pitches are stressful, make sure you use these three strategies to prepare for the the big day
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Managing the ADHD-Burnout Connection: Insights from a Psychiatrist
In today's fast-paced entrepreneurial landscape, an unexpected challenge is surfacing: the intersection of ADHD and burnout among founders. We sat down with Dr. Neetu Johnson, a leading psychiatrist, to highlight tips for CEOs.
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Behind the silence: Why do only 10% of founders open up to their investors?
Exploring the Communication Gap and Its Impact on Startup Success with Insights from Executive Coach Stephen Stynes
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Manage your energy, not your time
Discover how creating lists of energy generators and drainers can transform your approach to managing daily challenges and interactions
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Only 30% of founders are comfortable asking their investors for help. This VC explains why.
Lisa Mikkelson, Global Head of Capital at Flourish Ventures, explains why transparency is essential and how both sides can bridge this communication gap
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In-depth interviews with 100+ therapists reveal the real reasons founders don’t get help
Monika Holod, founder of the OMA Mind platform, shares the real reasons founders don't open up
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Crisis Communication in Times of Uncertainty
Brand strategist Adam Hanft reveals common pitfalls that startup founders and CEOs encounter during challenging times.
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Navigating Startup Uncertainty
Learn from Adriana Cerundolo, founder of Bloomtree Wellness, about how startup founders can be empowered and lead with resilience
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Inside The CEOs Mind – Psychologist Shares Secrets To Entrepreneurial Success
Renowned psychologist, Sherry Walling, PhD. Unlocks the Secrets Of Managing Stress As An Entrepreneur.
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Schrodinger’s Cat: The Main Cause of Stress for Founders
Nimrod Vromen, CEO of founder advisory firm Consiglieri, explains how the main source of stress for founders is like the Schrodinger's cat analogoy.
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Mastering Mindfulness: The Unconventional Method Alleviating Stress in Startups
Within the adrenaline-fueled startup lifestyle, mental health often takes a backseat. Dr. Krohn explains how prioritizing mindfulness and mental well-being can redefine the narrative of what it means to be an entrepreneur in today’s stressful startup culture.
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The four circles of founder support. When and how should you reach out?
Founders can find valuable ways to overcome problems by consulting their support network. Find out from Ori Schnitzer, Executive Director, Zell Entrepreneurship Program, about which type of groups in this network can help when.
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The Leading Researcher On The Entrepreneurial Psyche Shares Tools For Building Resilience
To get through the startup journey, you need resilience. This is why Psychologist Dr. Michael A. Freeman explains that every founder should prioritize a wellness-oriented lifestyle.
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ADHD and Entrepreneurs: How These CEOs can Build Leading Startups
Brett Greene, founder of New Tech Northwest and an ADHD coach explains how startups can benefit from founders who think differently
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What do CEOs and NBA Athletes Have in Common?
While stress is an intrinsic part of a startup founder journey, it can either hurt or help your path to success. Performance phycologist Alex Auerbach PhD, reveals what startup founders can learn from NBA players with how to approach stress.
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Unlocking Investor Communication Secrets with Tzahi Weisfeld
Communicating stress to investors is a difficult task. Find out from Tzahi Weisfeld, the Vice President and General Manager of Ignite, how to effectively manage investor relations.
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CEOs Guide to the Mind: Communicating ADHD as a Unique Operating System
When speaking to investors about your ADHD, highlight how your neurodivergence leads to a unique competitive edge. Coach Brett Greene shows you how
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Serial Entrepreneur Reveals How to Conquer Fear of Failure
Find out how to conquer your fear of failure from serial entrepreneur Erik Severinghaus.
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Married to Success: How to Support your Founder Spouse
Dr. Hokemeyer, renowned marriage and family therapist, offers invaluable advice on supporting your entrepreneur spouse during their startup journey.
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From Dumb to (Artificially) Intelligent: The Rise of Mental Health Chatbots
From primitive, offensive chatbots to intelligent, empathetic ones, technology has come a long way. AI’s application in mental healthcare especially in the form of chatbots will undoubtedly democratize mental healthcare. But what exactly are the potential and pitfalls of chatbots?
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Small Wins, Big Celebrations: Why every startup needs to unleash their NBA player party vibes
Performance psychologist Alex Auerbach PhD opens up about why startup founders should adopt the NBA post-win parties tradition
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How a Short Snooze Can Supercharge Your Startup
In the world of pro-athletes, the value of hard work is undeniably crucial, yet the top players also recognize the significance of rest and recovery. Interestingly, this principle holds equal weight for startup founders.
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Stress Debunked: Everything you thought you knew about stress is wrong
By changing the way they interact with their stress daily, the best athletes can use that signal to sustain motivation, bounce back from setbacks, and push themselves to greater heights. Founders should do the same
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Zen and the Art of Founder Resilience
Professor of Entrepreneurship Dr. Yuval Engel tested whether Buddhist loving-kindness meditation can help entrepreneurs deal with fear of failure. The results were eye-opening.
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Are you a stressed out CEO? Four Proven Tactics from Elite Athletes
Stress is just your brain and body preparing you to do something effortful. Our goal isn't to get rid of stress- it's to learn to use stress more effectively
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The Three Pillars of ADHD Support for Startup CEOs
The journey for CEOs with ADHD involved navigating a unique set of challenges and opportunities. These three pillars should guide the way