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#12 | Why Most Founders Ignore Mental Health — Until It’s Too Late
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Naomi Osaka’s decision to step away from the French Open sparked global conversation — but do we really take mental health seriously in high-performance environments like MedTech?
In this episode, Hakeem is joined by clinical psychologist and mental health professional Anne Avgerin to explore how we can better identify signs of mental health issues, especially in colleagues, teams, and clinical leaders under pressure. The discussion touches on leadership blind spots, emotional awareness, and how to build cultures that genuinely support well-being.
- Discover how early recognition of mental health struggles can reduce risk and improve leadership outcomes
- Learn what support actually looks like in high-pressure, high-growth industries like MedTech
- Understand the leadership mindset shift needed to create sustainable, human-centered go-to-market strategies
Hit play now to learn how emotional awareness can be a powerful advantage in your leadership toolkit.
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