To wrap up Stress Awareness Month, hosts Jenn Summe of Primordial and Melissa Crosby are back with another In The Soup episode to discuss the importance of managing your mental health as a founder. As a founder, wearing many hats and handling numerous responsibilities can lead to many stressors. That’s why our hosts are joined by Doug Kaufman, CEO and Founder of Belongly, who is an experienced entrepreneur and trained psychologist.
In this episode, Kaufman shares valuable insights and tips on how founders can prioritize their mental well-being while juggling the demands of running a business. From establishing healthy routines to seeking support from mental health professionals, there are various strategies that founders can implement to ensure their mental health remains a top priority.
As Kaitlyn, a reporter covering tech startups and entrepreneurs, joins GrepBeat after graduating from UNC-Chapel Hill with a degree in media and journalism, she brings her passion for sharing stories about innovation and entrepreneurship. With her background in writing for The Daily Tar Heel, she has experience in writing about the challenges faced by founders as they navigate the ups and downs of building businesses.
Listen to the episode (and subscribe to the show) to learn more about managing your mental health as a founder. Managing stress and maintaining stability is crucial for founders to effectively lead their businesses and foster a positive work environment.