How do you stay motivated as a founder? 💪
PRIYANKA MANDAL
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Hi Product Hunt community, 😊
Being a founder can be challenging, and I'm curious to know how others stay motivated through the ups and downs.
1. What strategies or habits keep you going? 🔥
2. Any advice for maintaining motivation? 🙌
Looking forward to hearing your experiences.
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Ivan Territo@ivan_territo
Vocavo
Meditation, surf (kinda meditative), workout... all relaxing activities to detach from the work / projects for a bit.
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Hi Priyanka! Great question 🙌 I ask Marlee (our AI) different questions related to my personal motivations.
Here's one eg of what Marlee says when I ask "how can I motivate myself"...
"Creating Spaces of Belonging 🏡
You love being part of 'the club' - places where everyone feels like they belong; spaces filled with friendship and trust! Ensuring good atmosphere at work is vital for you. Let this reflect in how you deal with others around you – your coworkers will appreciate it!"
& then under "What will drain me", Marlee writes...(& BTW Marlee nailed this one - time blindness is something I really struggle with!)
"Mastering Time Management ⏳
While long-term planning may not come naturally to you due to its low priority in your life right now, consider trying simple time management techniques - like setting short-term goals for each day or week. This way, you’re focusing on tasks within sight but still contributing towards larger objectives."
How do you maintain motivation out of interest?
Lancepilot
@emily_willis1 Thanks for sharing Emily. I find motivation through setting small, achievable goals each day. It helps me stay focused on the immediate tasks while moving towards bigger milestones.
Persistence shows results! My motivation = results!
Lancepilot
I belive it's a mindset. once logged in the mind you always find any reason to stay motivated
Lancepilot
@istiakahmad Agree. Mindset plays a crucial role in maintaining motivation. Once you develop a resilient and positive mindset, it becomes easier to find reasons to keep pushing forward, even in challenging times. Consistently nurturing that mindset can make all the difference in a founder's journey. Thanks for sharing your perspective.
Flow State Training
Always go back to your WHY. It has be to strong enough!
Lancepilot
@vaibhavdwivedi "people tend to lose their way when they lose their why" - Your Best Year Ever, Michael Hyatt
Vozo AI
Staying motivated as a founder means continually reminding yourself of the impact your work can have and celebrating small wins along the way. Surround yourself with a supportive community that believes in your vision.
Lancepilot
@lightfield Great points CY. Celebrating small wins is essential for maintaining motivation, as it helps recognize progress and keeps the journey enjoyable.
Hubflo
I stay motivated by setting clear, achievable goals and celebrating small wins along the way. Regularly reflecting on my progress and reminding myself why I started helps me stay focused and driven.
Lancepilot
I usually come to the place where I get my work done- it helps me focus and keep going regardless of how I am feeling.
Also, I have co-founders- they help me feel better when I am not feeling my best!
Lancepilot
@my3_murthy Yes having co-founders provides not only support during tough times but also motivation to keep pushing forward. Thanks for sharing your approach.
Lancepilot
Well let's see, could be that fire behind my ass that keeps me motivated - LOL
But honestly working from a point of fear is only sustainable so long as there is a fire.
@vaibhavdwivedi nailed it in the comments - the best motivation is always your WHY?
I'd expand on that by saying your "Why" is not just what you "want" but also what you DON'T want that can be very motivating.
Maintaining forward momentum means you're continually evolving. I'd like to point out how tangentially connected personal growth is to business growth.
There is a compelling reason for this; In my experience business has a way of pointing out our weaknesses. We can then choose to address them or ignore them.
Those that choose to grow from those wake-up moments learn the way forward and break the old habits. Those that don't, don't.
Lancepilot
@vaibhavdwivedi @terrence_kelleman Yes man, It's funny but true, sometimes that fire under your behind is what keeps you going. "WHY" is not just about what you want, but also what you want to avoid.
WorkHub
Launching soon!
Staying motivated as a founder involves:
- Connecting with the company's mission.
- Setting clear goals.
- Remaining adaptable.
- Having a supportive team.
- Prioritizing self-care.
Balancing persistence with flexibility and focusing on the larger purpose helps maintain drive and resilience.
watching our products evolve and improve over time drives my motivation
I stay motivated by setting small, achievable goals and celebrating each win.
The positive feedback from our users keeps me inspired and motivated.
Staying motivated comes from the passion I have for solving real problems.
Lancepilot
@nick_willstrop Thanks for your comment. My motivation also really stems from my passion for solving real world problems.
I stay motivated by setting clear, achievable goals and celebrating small wins along the way. It helps keep the bigger picture in perspective.
minimalist phone: creating folders
I do not have a single answer for that and to be honest, many times throughout the day I have a miserable mood because I see how things are not going according to my expectations. So I let my thoughts and feelings flow as they are but I am used to doing something (any activity) when
1. I learn something new
2. Meet with people
That's the aspect that shuffles my feelings and I am more energised to do anything further.
"the challenge of building something from the ground up is incredibly motivating.
I'm motivated by the support and trust of our investors and stakeholders.
I'm motivated by the potential to create something truly transformative.
seeing the tangible results of our hard work is a big motivator