Grind or Guilt, the Founder Dilemma

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In today's Startup Therapy Podcast, Wil and Ryan discuss about the grind and guilt dilemma of founders. Founders often struggle with the never-ending hard work of growing their business, driven by their passion and ambition. This can create a persistent feeling of guilt as they try to juggle work demands with their personal life and health. So how can you achieve a harmonious equilibrium that allows you to pursue your entrepreneurial dreams while also nurturing your mental and physical health and maintaining meaningful relationships?Sign up for the Startups Newsletterhttps://www.startups.com/newsletterResources:Startup Therapy Podcast https://www.startups.com/beginJoin our Network of Top Founders Check in with us on LinkedIn | Wil Schroter | Ryan RutanWhat to Listen For00:00 Intro00:08 Guilt out of fear04:31 The fear of failing as a founder08:57 Pride, guilt, and the struggle with asking for help10:15 Entrepreneurship as a way out13:29 Fear as a superpower16:18 When guilt compounds…18:31 The nobility in hard work20:22 When work defines comfort22:39 More money, more problems25:08 Passion and pressure28:45 Fear and greed in later life31:06 Escaping the grip of work addiction36:58 Self-imposed workaholism