founder psychology
Navigating the entrepreneurial journey can be a mental maze. Explore our Founder Psychology series to understand the unique challenges and circumstances that come with the territory.
What’s the point of having a vision? (And how to create one.)
A skeptical convert's argument for the power of a clear vision.
Practical steps for navigating founder burnout (without quitting your day job)
I have coached dozens of founders through founder/CEO burnout. Here are some of the avenues of exploration I have found most helpful.
Sanity Notes #036: The risks of owning my enoughness
Stepping into responsibility for my life
Sanity Notes #033: One thing at a time
When making your way through anything difficult, focus on the next right step
Sanity Notes #030- Assuming the best of our partners
The moment your co-founder, teammate, or romantic partner frustrates you the most may be the moment of greatest opportunity
Sanity Notes #029- Depression as data
Anxiety, depression, and anger come for us all. Consider looking at the experience as an indication of what is missing.
Sanity Notes #027 - The power of 'we'
Next time you feel stuck wondering how you'll figuring out, try asking how 'we' will figure it out.
The cost of beating ourselves up when we fail
Change is hard. Being our own harshest critics does not help.
Sanity Notes #010- Rethinking ambition
How to navigate the tension between reaching high and living a more content life.
Sanity Notes #008- The power of a shitty first draft
Feeling like you always have to get it right the first time? You are not alone.