As Stress Awareness Month comes to a close, hosts Jenn Summe of Primordial and Melissa Crosby are back with another In The Soup episode. This time, they’re joined by Doug Kaufman, the CEO and Founder of Belongly, a free and secure space for mental health professionals to collaborate, meet and support new colleagues.
Kaufman is a seasoned entrepreneur and trained psychologist, making him the perfect person to take a deep dive into managing mental health and stability as a founder. In this episode, Kaufman shares valuable insights and tips on how founders can prioritize their mental well-being while juggling the demands of running a business.
From establishing healthy routines to seeking support from mental health professionals, there are various strategies that founders can implement to ensure their mental health remains a top priority. Kaufman emphasizes the importance of taking care of one’s mental health in order to effectively lead businesses and foster a positive work environment.
As someone who covers tech startups and entrepreneurs for GrepBeat after graduating from UNC-Chapel Hill with a degree in media and journalism, Kaitlyn has firsthand experience with the challenges that come with starting a business. With a background in writing for The Daily Tar Heel, she has developed a passion for sharing stories about innovation and entrepreneurship. In her free time, she enjoys attending live music events and writing movie reviews.
