"Many entrepreneurs believe that, in order to be considered competent by stakeholders, we need to be perceived as infallible — a stark contrast to the stigmatized stereotypes of a person with compromised mental health. This perpetuates shame and disconnection (which both cause depression), and discourages help-seeking behaviors."
Thoughts: Your brand and reputation still matter even if you’re shipping software, and going the distance to build something that’s premium and polished will speak loudly.
Business Observer • The tech sector in Florida has become a large driver of job creation across the state. CompTIA estimates that 16,000 tech jobs will be added to the Florida economy in 2021.
TBBJ • Wellness-focused travel startup and Embarc Collective member Vacayou has closed a $3.3M round by Jeff Vinik and Nashville-based Relevance Capital.
Embarc Collective • Embarc Collective has added wellness and burnout prevention coaching for its membership to help startup teams handle the stress of building a company.
Elevator Pitch: Vacayou is a well-funded wellness & active travel startup that will change the way people travel.
Position: Front-End Developer
Position Highlights: We are significantly upgrading our website and seeking a world-class front-end developer to support our UX, SEO and marketing needs on the site. The scope will include – building new landing pages & interfaces, implementing new design requirements, and enhancing our front-end standards.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. As we launch Wellness and Burnout Prevention Coaching at Embarc Collective, we're sharing additional mental health resources for entrepreneurs.
Embarc Collective member Johnny Crowder of Cope Notes is profiled on Positive Changes: A Self-Kick Podcast and discusses mental health diagnoses and positive changes.
10 Black-led and Black-founded companies will be selected to compete for non-dilutive cash prizes, over $20K worth of Microsoft for Startups services, and a spot in one of Endeavor's Growth Programs once they meet the necessary criteria.
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