ceo psychology
Sanity Notes #038: The Freedom That Comes When You Stop Trying to Get It Right
A small moment with my daughter that I wish I could have given my younger founder self
Sanity Notes #037: On becoming the predator
I grew up wired for self-protection. Many founders did. Here’s how we can learn to shift from prey energy to a grounded, steady predator stance when it matters most.
Why is it so hard to fill my own cup first?
As leaders, we are told that we must care for ourselves before we can support others; why is this so challenging?
Let your life breathe (and your company too)
How the art of slowing down might help you arrive faster.
My journey through founder depression
A look at why depression is so common among entrepreneurs and how to care of yourself if you are in the midst of it.
How to be a founder with kids
I had little cash left and a kid on the way – but I survived and so can you.
What is your grounding vision?
What would be enough—even if it all went away?
F*ck founder mode and the strongman archetype
Don't let them tell you that you have to choose. You can (and must) lead with heart and strength.
How to make anger your ally
As a founder and leader, I found my anger sometimes overwhelming. Let's explore how to make this emotion an asset instead of a liability.
The Hidden Cost of Anxiety in Leadership and Relationships
Anxiety quietly erodes our ability to lead, parent, and show up fully for the people who rely on us. Whether in business or at home, why our own best work must start with managing our own nervous systems.
