Neil Mann knows the pressure of high-stakes environments—and the toll it takes.

In this episode, Neil shares his journey from journalism to co-founding Noan, diving into the challenges of burnout in high-pressure industries. He opens up about the importance of balancing work, family, and personal passions, and how his experience shaped his approach to mental health and entrepreneurship.

Neil and Patrice explore the intersection of AI and burnout, highlighting how technology can reduce stress for entrepreneurs by streamlining workflows and lowering barriers for aspiring business owners. They discuss the exciting potential of DIY app development, the cultural differences in managing burnout, and how society’s addiction to work contributes to the problem.

Neil Mann is a journalist-turned-entrepreneur and the Co-founder of Noan. With a passion for innovation, Neil helps business owners leverage technology to work smarter, not harder. Through his leadership and storytelling, Neil advocates for healthier ways to approach work, mental health, and creativity in today’s fast-paced world.

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Every entrepreneur faces challenges in family dynamics. Jason Shupp knows this firsthand.

In this episode, Jason shares his experience navigating the complexities of running a family business and how he found healing after entrepreneurial trauma. He talks about the importance of vulnerability, the liberation of letting go of fear, and the power of reconciliation in family relationships.

Jason also dives into his passion for storytelling, how starting a podcast transformed his perspective, and why preserving family legacies is so meaningful. Plus, we discuss leadership, employee engagement, and how small, consistent actions can foster wellness and resilience.

I loved recording this episode with Jason—his insights into personal growth and leadership are truly inspiring. You’ll walk away with actionable ideas to apply in your own journey.

Jason Shupp is a podcast host, speaker, and empathic collaborator. Jason’s early professional life was quite diverse (EMT in Colorado, white water raft guide, snowmobile tour guide, martial arts instructor, and high works rigger) before entering the family business in the third generation. After nearly two decades of leading a legacy business, a strategic partnership allowed for his further pursuit into mulit-media and creative projects. He leverages these platforms to share context and nuance to foster a deeper understanding of individuals and ideas. Jason spends the rest of his time as a devoted husband and father, pursuing wellness, travel, and rigorous outdoor play.

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Have you ever felt completely overwhelmed by household responsibilities? Hot Mess Express aims to alleviate the heavy burden and mental load tied to housework by providing judgment-free cleaning, organizing, and a fresh start - for free! Their motto, "Not a handout, just a hand", exemplifies what we all need sometimes. This is a truly unique and valuable way to reduce burnout throughout our communities.

Brittinie Tran is a woman who understands the reality of womanhood and motherhood - no pretending and no judgement.

Her passion for showing the realistic side of life in those roles led her to the position as President of Hot Mess Express nonprofit.

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Rishi Sadarangani knows how to stay on his A-game! Join us as we explore innovation mindset and investing. He also shares insights from his world travels... 54 countries and counting! This conversation will continue to inspire your curiosity in the world and in the innovation that lies ahead.

Rishi is the founder and chief investment officer (CIO) of R/Evolution Gate, an experienced "absolute return-focused" asset manager that dynamically constructs and maintains an innovation-focused "high-conviction" portfolio.

The firm's "edge" is a proprietary investment process with stringent risk management. This rigorous risk-controlled approach methodically uncovers undervalued innovation by capitalizing on behavioral and financial market anomalies that often result in significant mispricing of innovation-focused businesses and securities.

Rishi has spent over two decades as a skilled asset manager, consistently delivering outstanding results with a verified track record. Prior to founding R/Evolution Gate, he successfully managed $6.5+ billion in investments at several leading New York City-based buyside (money management) firms.

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Every founder needs a strategic guru. Elyse Heob is that person.

She shares what it's like to scale a business to reach millions of patients, and how she coaches other founders do the same thing.

Elyse also has some of my FAVORITE ideas to mitigate burnout! I had a ton of fun doing this interview... you'll definitely jot down a few ideas to try yourself.

Elyse Heob is an expert in transforming groundbreaking health ideas into thriving businesses that enhance patient care. As the founder and CEO of Elyse Heob Consulting, she supports startup founders in scaling their health innovations to impact millions of patients. Most recently, she co-founded ClearMask, the first FDA-cleared and CE-marked transparent surgical mask, growing it from $0 to $45 million with zero outside investment as COO. Prior to this, she was Managing Director of My Healthy Toolkit, a cost-effective corporate wellness program acquired in 2016. Elyse launched her career at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and holds both an MPH and an MBA from Johns Hopkins University. Her accomplishments have garnered attention from prestigious outlets such as Forbes 30 Under 30, JAMA Surgery, the Wall Street Journal, NPR, Bloomberg, and more.

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Don knows all about the pitfalls, traps & barriers that entrepreneurs face, and how to overcome them to successfully build multiple companies. In this episode of The Burnout Club, Don shares how he navigates it all during the many stages of an entrepreneurial journey.

Donald Booth is the CEO/Founder of the American Institute of Nondestructive Testing.

He founded the American Institute of Nondestructive Testing in Early 2013 with a vision of offering both online NDT training, as well as hands-on training in a fully equipped NDT training facility, creating the first ‘Hybrid” NDT training facility in the world.

Fast forward to the present and the American Institute of Nondestructive Testing has provided training for hundreds of corporations and various government entities worldwide.

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If you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen! Join us, as Cristina Salatino talks about what it's like being a chef and dealing with burnout. She gives us a glimpse into the creative and delicious world of chef competitions and cooking classes. What a great way to for The Burnout Club to head into Thanksgiving!

Cristina Salatino is a Chef at Hudson Table Stamford. She is passionate about food, beverage and hospitality. She craves travel and lives by the “work hard, play hard,” mindset. Her creativity and forward-thinking brain drive her in all aspects of life. She is an absolute fan favorite in chef competitions at Hudson Table, where chefs face off in a multi-course culinary battle; Iron Chef style. If anyone knows how to handle intensity, it's a chef during a battle, in front of a live audience!

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Richie speaks with striking clarity about PTSD, both discovering it in himself, and creating an entire NETwork to save others in the same situation. He inspires a sense of kinship that can etch away at the stigmas associated with mental health. Listen to his vivid retelling of his ups, downs, and vision for the future.

Richard Sharratt is the President of MENtality Matters and author of the newly released book, Which Wolf Will You Feed?: Challenging the Stigma attached to men's mental health (with Foreword by Navy SEAL Will Chesney)

Richard, a distinguished British Army veteran, dedicated 15 years to serving in high-level roles, including multiple peacekeeping tours around the globe and a combat tour in Afghanistan as a UAV Pilot/Commander. His military service laid the foundation for a career deeply rooted in leadership and resilience.

With 19 years of experience as a qualified Coach, Richard is also a certified Counselor, Reiki Practitioner, NLP Practitioner, Trainee Psychologist, Personal Trainer, Mediator, and qualified Teacher. His diverse skill set reflects a commitment to personal and professional growth, enabling him to support others in their journeys toward wellness and empowerment.

In 2017, Richard was formally diagnosed with PTSD. Through a courageous and transformative journey, he has emerged stronger and more determined than ever to assist others facing similar challenges. As a dedicated advocate for mental fitness, Richard strives to dismantle the stigma surrounding mental health worldwide through his work with MENtality Matters.

Richard's passion for change and his unwavering dedication to mental well-being are at the heart of his mission. Through MENtality Matters, he endeavors to inspire and empower individuals, fostering a community where mental fitness is openly discussed and embraced.

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