#5: Julie - Coaching Founders, Founders' Mental Health, and Understanding your "Why"

In this podcast episode, Julie Elmvang Beicker, founder of the Institute for Coaching Psychology, shares her journey from an interest in personal development to coaching entrepreneurs. She is coaching other founders and is a founder herself! Key topics include the loneliness inherent in entrepreneurship, the criticality of work-life balance, and the challenges associated with decision-making in business. Julie emphasizes the importance of personal development, integrating scientific understanding into coaching, and building authentic connections with clients. The conversation also explores strategies for entrepreneurs to maintain mental well-being, highlighting the value of having a sparring partner, practicing gratitude, and engaging in hobbies outside of work. And also, we discuss the importance of defining your why on both business and personal level and imagining what you'd like your work day to look like as you venture on the founders journey. Your host: Paula Petcu Guest: Julie Elmvang Beicker, Founder of Institute for Coaching Psychology Theme song: The Pelican Brothers