Entrepreneurialism is a Disease

The conversation

In this solo episode, Steven Bartlett discusses compartmentalization, resilience, and strategies for managing fear and adversity as a CEO. He shares personal practices like expressive writing, meditation, and self-compassion, and reflects on ambition, company growth, and life priorities.

Talking points

• Compartmentalization as a coping strategy
• Dealing with fear and adversity
• Expressive writing and exposure therapy
• Self-compassion and meditation practices
• Reflections on ambition and pay rises
• Offering shares to employees
• Company growth and environmental initiatives
• Personal life and speaking with Barack Obama