🌟 Let me tell you a short tale about mental wellbeing and founders.....
Once upon a time, in the highly competitive world of startups, there was a founder named Alex.
Despite facing mounting pressure from investors and a tough market, Alex soldiered on alone. His independence got him to where he is today 🚀
With each passing day, he felt he got a promotion, but without any title change. The weight of responsibilities grew heavier, his role became bigger and bigger, spending much of his time out of his comfort zone.
The stress began to take its toll. Sleepless nights turned into restless days, and soon, Alex found themselves trapped in a cycle of anxiety and burnout.
Without a support system to lean on, not knowing where to go, no-one asking him proactively how he was doing, the journey became unbearable, and the once-promising startup wasn’t doing so well anymore.
➡ Result: Limited business success, unhappy employees, and no real personal happiness 💔
But amidst the chaos, there was another founder, named Jamie.
Jamie was made aware of the importance of seeking support and building resilience. 💪 With the active help of their investors and a network of fellow entrepreneurs, Jamie navigated the challenges of startup life with grace and determination.
Through regular coaching sessions and access to mental health resources, Jamie learned to prioritize self-care and manage stress effectively.
➡ Result: Jamie's startup not only survived but thrived in the long run, but became a success in the startup ecosystem. 🚀
Founders like Alex and Jamie, exist in the real world. There are plenty of them. And everyone deserves a community like Jamie's.
It makes a founder (and therefore its company and all the people involved) more holistically successful.
▶ I personally believe: it really does take a village and you need to get yourself a dream team.
#ExecutiveCoaching #FounderSupport #StartupSuccess #CommunityEmpowerment #ResilienceJourney #community
Resource Manager Lead EMEA at Hitachi Digital Services
9moIt was a really nice session. Only with sessions like this we can create awareness that will help to reduce the stigma.