Launching a Startup and Losing My Mind
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Andy Dunn’s Burn Rate is a riveting memoir that pulls back the curtain on the high-stakes world of startups while exploring the often-hidden struggles of mental health in entrepreneurship. From the co-founder of Bonobos, this national bestseller delves into the gripping intersection of ambition, innovation, and the personal toll of bipolar disorder, offering an unflinching look at the costs of chasing success.
Why Burn Rate is a Must-Read
- A Unique Entrepreneurial Journey
Dunn shares his incredible rise from a Stanford MBA graduate to co-founder of Bonobos, one of the most successful direct-to-consumer brands. - Candid Mental Health Insights
The book offers an eye-opening exploration of bipolar disorder, shedding light on how mental illness impacts the high-pressure world of startups. - A Story of Triumph and Vulnerability
Dunn’s raw honesty and compelling prose challenge societal taboos, blending lessons in business with deeply personal reflections.
What You’ll Learn in Burn Rate
- The Double-Edged Sword of Drive
Discover how the same traits that fuel entrepreneurial success—ambition, confidence, and relentless drive—can also lead to personal struggles. - Mental Health in the Startup Ecosystem
Gain insights into the unspoken prevalence of mental health challenges in Silicon Valley and the entrepreneurial community. - Lessons from Failure and Redemption
Dunn shares how a manic episode nearly cost him everything and the steps he took to rebuild his life and business.
Why It Matters
In a culture that glorifies hustle and success, Burn Rate serves as a powerful reminder of the human costs behind the headlines. Dunn’s story resonates with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone navigating the pressures of performance in today’s fast-paced economy.
A Memoir for the Modern Economy
Burn Rate is more than a story of entrepreneurship—it’s a call to action for breaking the stigma around mental health and redefining what it means to succeed in the 21st century.
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