Mental Health of Entrepreneurs

Inside the Mind of a Entrepreneur

There are over 33M SMB owners. Of that, 75% are concerned with their mental health. 56% have been professionally diagnosed with anxiety and depression. Moreover, depression and anxiety disorders cost the global economy $1 TRILLION in lost productivity.

This survey seeks to uncover what goes on behind the facade entrepreneurs all too often create.

Please answer openly and honestly. The survey is anonymous and confidential. It should take about 5 minutes to complete.

The survey will be open for one week (9/19-9/26) and results will be made available after.

This survey is being conducted by Tina Phillips for the purpose of mental health advocacy. If you have any questions or comments, please email Tina at tina@615innovations.com.

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* 1. How many years of experience do you have as a founder?

1-5

6-10

11-15

16+

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* 2. Do you manage a team? ("Team" can include W2, 1099 or hourly workers.)

Yes

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* 3. If you answered yes to Q2, on a scale of 1 to 10, 1 being "not stressful" and 10 being "very stressful", how stressful is managing a team?

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i We adjusted the number you entered based on the slider’s scale.

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* 4. On average, how many hours a week do you spend working on your business?

Less than 40 hours

40-50 hours

51-60 hours

60-80 hours

Other or Comment

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* 5. On a scale of 1-10, 1 being "not at all" and 10 being "very satisfied" how satisfied are you with your personal life? (e.g., relationships with friends, personal growth, hobbies)

Clear

i We adjusted the number you entered based on the slider’s scale.

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* 6. On a scale of 1-10, 1 being "no impact" and 10 being "significantly impacted", how much is your family affected by you owning your own business?

Clear

i We adjusted the number you entered based on the slider’s scale.

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* 7. On a scale of 1-10, 1 being "not healthy" and 10 being "very healthy", how would you rate your eating and nutritional habits?

Clear

i We adjusted the number you entered based on the slider’s scale.

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* 8. On average, how often do you exercise or do some kind of physical activity each week such as cardio, weights, sports, or workout classes like yoga and pilates?

Unfortunately, none

1-2x a week

3-4x a week

5x a week

Every day

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* 9. How often are you concerned with your mental health?

Always

Often

Sometimes

Rarely

Never

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* 10. How often do you prioritize your mental health and self care?

Always

Often

Sometimes

Rarely

Never

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* 11. On a sale of 1-10, with 1 being “not at all” and 10 being “great”, how would you rate your self-esteem?

Clear

i We adjusted the number you entered based on the slider’s scale.

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* 12. On a scale of 1-10, 1 being "not at all" and 10 being “very” how confident do you feel about your career?

Clear

i We adjusted the number you entered based on the slider’s scale.

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* 13. Have you found your life's purpose?

Yes

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* 14. Have you achieved the level of success you envisioned for yourself at your current age?

Yes

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* 15. Have you ever experienced a time in your life where you felt lost?

Yes

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* 16. How often do you feel embarrassed or ashamed?

Always

Often

Sometimes

Rarely

Never

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* 17. How often do you feel overwhelmed or stressed?

Always

Often

Sometimes

Rarely

Never

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* 18. How often do you feel sad or depressed?

Always

Often

Sometimes

Rarely

Never

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* 19. How often do you feel anxious or worried?

Always

Often

Sometimes

Rarely

Never

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* 20. How often do you feel irritable or angry?

Always

Often

Sometimes

Rarely

Never

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* 21. How often do you feel lonely or isolated?

Always

Often

Sometimes

Rarely

Never

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* 22. How often do you have trouble sleeping?

Always

Often

Sometimes

Rarely

Never

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* 23. How often do you feel tired or fatigued?

Always

Often

Sometimes

Rarely

Never

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* 24. How often do you feel a lack of interest or pleasure in activities you used to enjoy?

Always

Often

Sometimes

Rarely

Never

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* 25. How often do you have trouble concentrating or focusing?

Always

Often

Sometimes

Rarely

Never

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* 26. Have you experienced any major life changes or stressors that have or continue to affect you? (e.g., job loss, a death in the family/friends, finances, relationship issues, health problems)

Yes

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* 27. Are you currently seeking or have you ever worked with a mental health professional?

Yes

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* 28. Are you currently on medication for mental health? If yes, please select all that apply.

Antidepressant &/or anti-anxiety

Mood stabilizer

Antipsychotic

Stimulant

Benzodiazepine

Beta-blocker

Other

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* 29. Are there any other emotions or feelings you have that you don't let anyone else see, not even family members?

Yes

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* 30. If you answered yes to Q29, are you willing to share those emotions or struggles here?

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* 31. What are some of the ways you cope with managing your emotions and mental health? The answers to this question could help others in a similar state of mind.