13 episodes

As humans, most — if not all — of us are biologically hardwired for connection. Yet, despite living in a world where technology makes connecting with others easier than ever, so many of us are feeling a sense of loneliness and experiencing disconnection, instead. This can wreak havoc on our mental health, especially at fast-moving, ever-changing startups. So, if you're tired of all the burnout, stress, and whiplash, that gets normalized in the tech startup world — or, the misconception that founders must sacrifice their own mental health for success — then, this show is for you! At the intersection of mental health + tech, 'Wired to Connect' will empower you to redefine success in the startup ecosystem. Wired to Connect. Improving relationships with mental health + tech, one episode at a time. 𖨆𖨆Co-hosted by: startup mental health therapist, Lisa Birnbaum + startup leadership coach, Marisa Birnbaum  ♫Theme song by: Andrew Fisher 🎨Cover artwork by: Lou Brown, aka @Goodstrangevibes / goodstrangevibes.com

Wired to Connect | Improving Relationships With Mental Health + Tech, One Episode at a Time Strengths Squared

    • Health & Fitness
    • 5.0 • 20 Ratings

As humans, most — if not all — of us are biologically hardwired for connection. Yet, despite living in a world where technology makes connecting with others easier than ever, so many of us are feeling a sense of loneliness and experiencing disconnection, instead. This can wreak havoc on our mental health, especially at fast-moving, ever-changing startups. So, if you're tired of all the burnout, stress, and whiplash, that gets normalized in the tech startup world — or, the misconception that founders must sacrifice their own mental health for success — then, this show is for you! At the intersection of mental health + tech, 'Wired to Connect' will empower you to redefine success in the startup ecosystem. Wired to Connect. Improving relationships with mental health + tech, one episode at a time. 𖨆𖨆Co-hosted by: startup mental health therapist, Lisa Birnbaum + startup leadership coach, Marisa Birnbaum  ♫Theme song by: Andrew Fisher 🎨Cover artwork by: Lou Brown, aka @Goodstrangevibes / goodstrangevibes.com

    Disclaimer for Wired to Connect: Sustainable Mental Health Practices for Startup Work & Startup Life

    Disclaimer for Wired to Connect: Sustainable Mental Health Practices for Startup Work & Startup Life

    • 1 min
    Does Your Startup Understand Psychological Safety & How to Foster it?

    Does Your Startup Understand Psychological Safety & How to Foster it?

    How do you know whether your startup has an accurate understanding of what exactly psychological safety is; why it’s so important; & then, how to foster it, effectively?In her book, Teaming, Harvard Business School professor & researcher, Amy Edmondson describes psychological safety as the shared belief among team members that the team is safe for interpersonal risk taking. Noting that this involves, but goes beyond, interpersonal trust, Edmondson explains that it is characterized by ...

    • 24 min
    Reconnecting the Disconnect: One Startup’s Journey Toward a Mentally Healthy Culture

    Reconnecting the Disconnect: One Startup’s Journey Toward a Mentally Healthy Culture

    Join startup therapist, coach, & consultant, Lisa Birnbaum, for the tenth episode of Lisa & Marisa Birnbaum’s weekly, startup mental health podcast featuring easily digestible lessons, skills, & stories, about what it takes to develop, build, & sustain a mentally healthy startup culture. Today’s episode is an inside look at a recent consulting project with an EdTech Startup to assess the culture the co-founders built & to talk through the perks that were added, in effort t...

    • 20 min
    Listener Question: How do I Effectively Address “Quiet Quitting” at my Startup?

    Listener Question: How do I Effectively Address “Quiet Quitting” at my Startup?

    Join startup therapist, coach, & consultant, Lisa Birnbaum, for the ninth episode of Lisa & Marisa Birnbaum’s weekly, startup mental health podcast featuring easily digestible lessons, skills, & stories, about what it takes to develop, build, & sustain a mentally healthy startup culture. This episode addresses a listener’s question regarding how to effectively navigate “quiet quitting” at their startup. Tune-in & look forward to appreciating that we are all, ‘Wired to Conn...

    • 19 min
    Our Top 5 Strategies for Proactively Managing Startup Stress

    Our Top 5 Strategies for Proactively Managing Startup Stress

    Join startup therapist, coach, & consultant, Lisa Birnbaum, for the eighth episode of Lisa & Marisa Birnbaum’s weekly, startup mental health podcast featuring easily digestible lessons, skills, & stories, about what it takes to develop, build, & sustain a mentally healthy startup culture. In this episode, learn how to eliminate unnecessary startup stress – while proactively managing any necessary startup stress – & avoid the effects of chronic stress & burnout, using 5...

    • 28 min
    The “B” in DEIB & Cultivating a Mentally Healthy Startup Culture of Belonging

    The “B” in DEIB & Cultivating a Mentally Healthy Startup Culture of Belonging

    Join startup therapist, coach, & consultant, Lisa Birnbaum, for the seventh episode of Lisa & Marisa Birnbaum’s weekly, startup mental health podcast featuring easily digestible lessons, skills, & stories, about what it takes to develop, build, & sustain a mentally healthy startup culture. In this episode, learn about the intersection of belonging, leadership, & having a mentally healthy startup culture; learn why “belonging” is a critical component of diversity, equity, &...

    • 30 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
20 Ratings

20 Ratings

mm. michala ,

Love this podcast

Incredible content, super relevant & educational
Well done🙌🏻

Carrie Kerpen ,

A thoughtful approach to tough topics

I LOVE this podcast. I found the advice to be actionable- I could use it both in my professional and personal life! Fabulous listen.

MpapaD ,

Great listen!

Lisa takes an authentic angle to sharing advice in a clear, actionable manner. She is skillful in the way in which she supports listeners through her positive tone and real life connections while applying her knowledge and expertise. Looking forward to future topics.

Top Podcasts In Health & Fitness

Huberman Lab
Scicomm Media
The School of Greatness
Lewis Howes
Passion Struck with John R. Miles
John R. Miles
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
iHeartPodcasts
Ten Percent Happier with Dan Harris
Ten Percent Happier
Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep
iHeartPodcasts