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Founder Depression by Sam Altman

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In his blog post In Founder Depression, Sam Altman discusses the immense pressure founders face to maintain a facade of success, often responding to inquiries about their startups with an optimistic 'Great!' This expectation can lead to feelings of isolation and depression, as founders carry the weight of responsibility for their employees, families, customers, and investors. Altman emphasizes that while failure is daunting, it is not a life-or-death situation. He encourages founders to openly discuss their struggles rather than pretending everything is fine, highlighting that many others share similar experiences and are willing to listen and support each other during tough times