Ryan and Will delve into the complexities of maintaining a healthy relationship with your startup. They discuss their personal experiences and challenges in balancing the demands of a startup with personal well-being. Will shares an incredulous story about a friend enjoying a Tuesday afternoon in the pool, leading to a broader discussion on the importance of setting boundaries and recognizing the signs of burnout. The hosts emphasize the need for self-awareness, prioritizing personal values, and finding joy in the journey, not just the destination. They also touch on the benefits of giving team members autonomy and creating a supportive, non-toxic work culture.
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What to listen for: 00:32 The Pool Story: A Lesson in Work-Life Balance 02:08 The Toxic Relationship with Work 03:11 Startup Therapy: The Podcast's Origin 08:15 Balancing Work and Family 13:17 Non-Negotiables and Personal Values 14:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 15:35 Mitigating Guilt Through Productivity 17:29 The Elusive Goal of Profit 19:21 Emotional ROI in Startups 21:57 Autonomy and Company Culture 24:50 Balancing Safety and Happiness 28:26 Avoiding the Trap of Obligations 29:40 Creating a Non-Abusive Startup Relationship 30:50 Join the Startups.com Community

Wil Schroter

Ryan Rutan

Building a Startup That Loves You Back

Ryan and Will delve into the complexities of maintaining a healthy relationship with your startup. They discuss their personal experiences and challenges in balancing the demands of a startup with personal well-being. Will shares an incredulous story about a friend enjoying a Tuesday afternoon in the pool, leading to a broader discussion on the importance [&hellip;]

Startup Therapy Episode #297

Building a Startup That Loves You Back