EPISODE · Apr 5, 2021 · 43 MIN
Why Success Makes Founders Lonelier
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Most people think success solves everything, but do you know Why Success Makes Founders Lonelier? As her business grew, today's guest felt like she was on an "island, floating away out at sea". In this candid conversation, CEO Janet Semenova discusses the unique isolation entrepreneurs face, a feeling that can get worse with success. We explore the difference between personal and professional loneliness, the impact of remote work, and a simple daily practice that serves as an "antidote to loneliness". Our guest is Janet Semenova, the co-founder and CEO of Boutique Travel Agents and Centered CEOs. Check out the company: https://centeredceos.comBook a 1-on-1 advisory session with me to apply these principles to your business: https://calendly.com/wltb/advisory👀 CONNECT WITH SEANSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@seanweisbrotLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/seanweisbrotInquiries: [email protected]🕒 CHAPTERS00:00 - The Unspoken Truth About Founder Loneliness05:41 - What is Isolation? (The Lack of Human Connection)10:16 - Personal vs. Professional Loneliness15:01 - The Paradox: "The Bigger Our Business Got... The Further Out at Sea I Felt" 18:55 - How Remote Work Changes Everything21:28 - The Benefit of Remote Work: Finding Your "Flow State"26:18 - Are We Facing a Mental Health Pandemic?39:05 - The Antidote to Loneliness: A Daily Gratitude Practice42:00 - How to Build Your "Gratitude Sanctuary"📈 WORK WITH ME▶ Book a Paid Advisory Session: https://calendly.com/wltb/advisory▶ Sponsor the Channel: https://www.welivetobuild.com/collaborate▶ My AI/Automation Agency: https://optimai.aiLeave a Review (it truly helps us grow): https://welivetobuild.com/review Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Most people think success solves everything, but do you know Why Success Makes Founders Lonelier? As her business grew, today's guest felt like she was on an "island, floating away out at sea". In this candid conversation, CEO Janet Semenova discusses the unique isolation entrepreneurs face, a feeling that can get worse with success. We explore the difference between personal and professional loneliness, the impact of remote work, and a simple daily practice that serves as an "antidote to loneliness". Our guest is Janet Semenova, the co-founder and CEO of Boutique Travel Agents and Centered CEOs. Check out the company: https://centeredceos.comBook a 1-on-1 advisory session with me to apply these principles to your business: https://calendly.com/wltb/advisory👀 CONNECT WITH SEANSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@seanweisbrotLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/seanweisbrotInquiries: [email protected]🕒 CHAPTERS00:00 - The Unspoken Truth About Founder Loneliness05:41 - What is Isolation? (The Lack of Human Connection)10:16 - Personal vs. Professional Loneliness15:01 - The Paradox: "The Bigger Our Business Got... The Further Out at Sea I Felt" 18:55 - How Remote Work Changes Everything21:28 - The Benefit of Remote Work: Finding Your "Flow State"26:18 - Are We Facing a Mental Health Pandemic?39:05 - The Antidote to Loneliness: A Daily Gratitude Practice42:00 - How to Build Your "Gratitude Sanctuary"📈 WORK WITH ME▶ Book a Paid Advisory Session: https://calendly.com/wltb/advisory▶ Sponsor the Channel: https://www.welivetobuild.com/collaborate▶ My AI/Automation Agency: https://optimai.aiLeave a Review (it truly helps us grow): https://welivetobuild.com/review Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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