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Advice Line with Andy Dunn of Bonobos
Apr 17, 2025
Andy Dunn, co-founder of Bonobos and creator of the social app Pie, joins the conversation to offer savvy advice to early-stage entrepreneurs. He discusses strategies for positioning a tennis-inspired athletic brand, reaching health-conscious consumers with vodka, and the intricacies of launching a biscotti brand. Dunn also emphasizes the importance of mental health in entrepreneurship, offers insights on community building, and shares the motivation behind his new app focused on fostering real-life connections.
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- Andy Dunn underscores the importance of addressing mental health openly among entrepreneurs to foster a supportive environment for those struggling.
- Dunn highlights the value of building genuine relationships among men over 40, suggesting low-pressure activities to strengthen connections.
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Overcoming Mental Health Challenges
Andy Dunn shares his journey with mental health, specifically his diagnosis of bipolar disorder, which he experienced during his entrepreneurial journey. This awakening not only led him to seek treatment but has also become a focal point of his new mission to destigmatize mental health discussions among entrepreneurs. He emphasizes the importance of addressing mental health openly to help others who may be struggling silently. His struggles with mental health also shaped the creation of his new social app, Pi, aimed at fostering connections and support.
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