Diego Chavez

Diego Chavez, founder of the Local Contact travel-support app, shares his journey through startup burnout and the intense pressures that led to personal crises. He emphasizes the need for founders to prioritize mental health and the benefits of taking time off and seeking therapy. Therapist Susan Zinn provides evidence-based strategies for managing stress and discusses the stigma of mental health in startup culture. They explore the importance of honest communication with investors and advocate for reassessing growth goals to ensure well-being.