Published Jun 21, 2019

20VC: Justin Kan on Why We Have To Normalize Vulnerability in Startups Today, Why Attaching Happiness To Future Outcomes Will Only Lead To Suffering & Why It Is Total BS That You Have To "Suffer" When Doing A Startup

Justin Kan shares his insights on the power of vulnerability and self-care in startups, challenging the 'suffering for success' mindset by highlighting the importance of mental health and supportive networks, while drawing from his experiences as the co-founder of Twitch and Atrium.

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Self-Improvement Practices
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Vulnerability in Startups
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Startup Experiences
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Detaching from Self

Enforcing Exercise Routines

Achieving Sustainable Happiness

Mental Health and Self Improvement

Customer-Centric Approach

Balancing Priorities

Finding Security in Entrepreneurship

The Board Game Analogy

Challenging Startup Myths

Embracing Emotions

Customer-Centricity & Sleep Solutions

Selling to High Growth Startups

Sleep Solutions

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Self-Improvement PracticesJustin Kan discusses the transformative power of therapy and exercise in managing stress and maintaining mental health. He shares personal insights on how these practices have helped him navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship.

Self-Improvement Practices

Vulnerability in StartupsJustin Kan explores the necessity of embracing vulnerability in the tech industry and challenges the 'crushing it' culture that often leads to burnout. He advocates for transparency and mental well-being, emphasizing the importance of supportive networks for entrepreneurs.

Vulnerability in Startups

Startup ExperiencesJustin Kan, founder of Atrium and co-founder of Twitch, discusses his entrepreneurial journey and the lessons learned from both success and failure. He emphasizes the importance of learning through experience and maintaining personal well-being to achieve sustainable success.

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