Building your first startup? Let’s talk about what nobody tells you.
Going from 9–5 to becoming an entrepreneur sounds exciting — until the stress hits. The pressure, the loneliness, and the emotional rollercoaster are real.
In this episode, I share the 3 essential support systems that helped me protect my energy, lead my team with clarity, and avoid the burnout most founders fall into.
Whether you're scaling your startup or just taking the leap, this is the mental and emotional framework that will keep you grounded and powerful.
✅ What You’ll Learn:
• How one toxic teammate almost broke my momentum
• The difference between productive tension vs. draining relationships • Why your co-founder or partner must be your emotional safety net
• How to attract and keep mentors who actually guide you • A mindset shift that keeps your energy protected as you grow
⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 — The hard truth about being a first-time founder
00:25 — Why stress creeps in even if you love what you do
01:45 — Support System 1: Energy management inside your team
04:20 — Support System 2: Vulnerability with your co-founder(s)
06:50 — Support System 3: Mentors who hold you accountable
08:10 — Practical steps to build your support stack today
🚀 Take Action:
DM SUPPORT on Instagram or comment FOUNDER ENERGY below 👇 I’ll send you my Founder Support Stack — including: → Team energy tracker → Mentor outreach script → Co-founder check-in framework
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