In this episode of the NAKED Podcast, Vladimira and Nektarios focus on co-founder dynamics through the lens of stress research and therapeutic practices. They explore a powerful conflict resolution tool known as "constellations" and emphasize the importance of communication among co-founders. The conversation extends to the impact of stress on entrepreneurs, drawing insights from Dr. Ute Stephan's mental health research specifically on entrepreneurs.

The episode also sheds light on the paradox of finding fulfilment amidst entrepreneurial stress and addresses the challenges of social isolation, particularly for solo founders. Specific topics covered in this episode include:

• Co-founder dynamics and unity.

• The constellations exercise for conflict resolution.

• Communication within co-founder teams.

• The impact of stress on entrepreneurs.

• Dr. Ute Stephan's research on mental health.

• The relationship between fulfilment and stress in entrepreneurship.

• Loneliness and social isolation among founders.

• Supportive community building.


In addition, they discuss the following questions:

• How can co-founders strengthen their unity?

• What is the constellations exercise, and how does it work?

• What are the implications of stress for entrepreneurs?

• How does Dr. Ute Stephan's research relate to personal entrepreneurship experiences?

• Can entrepreneurs be both fulfilled and stressed simultaneously?

• What challenges do solo founders face in terms of loneliness/isolation?

• How can founders build a supportive community for themselves?

Join them in this conversation as they delve into conflict resolution, co-founder dynamics, and the impact of entrepreneurship on mental health.

Show notes

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