Episode 393: 5 Signs Your Team Needs a Mental Health Day

Is a Mental Health Day Worth It? Absolutely. Here’s Why. Taking a mental health day might seem like a luxury your team can’t afford—especially for small businesses or startups—but the truth is, the benefits far outweigh the costs. In this episode, Dr. Sherry Walling explores how intentional mental health days can prevent burnout, build resilience, and foster a stronger, more cohesive team. You'll learn: Five scenarios where mental health days make the biggest impact Budget-friendly ways to design meaningful mental health days How to recognize when your team needs a break and what to do about it Investing in mental well-being isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s essential for the long-term health of your team—and, by extension, your business. Ready to lead with intention? Connect with Dr. Sherry at ZenFounder.com/contact. #mentalhealth #entrepreneurs #leadership #burnout #teamwork #smallbusiness #mindset

Om Podcasten

The ZenFounder podcast is a combination of interviews with successful entrepreneurs, conversations with experts, and honest reflections on entrepreneur life, focused on helping entrepreneurs practice better mental health. Forbes called it one of the 12 best podcasts for entrepreneurs. Host, Dr. Sherry Walling, is a clinical psychologist, coach for entrepreneurs and startups, and best-selling author. She is an expert in trauma, stress and burnout, and her research has been published in academic journals such as the Journal of Traumatic Stress. She has also endured being married to a serial entrepreneur for 23 years.