Founders Future

Healing Leadership: Jared Haslam on Mental Fitness in the Workplace

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In this episode of Founders Future, host Ammar Elm sits down with Jared Haslam, co-founder of the Kintsugi Institute, to explore the intersection of mental health and corporate leadership. Jared shares his journey from spending 18 years in the automotive industry to co-founding Kintsugi Institute with his spouse, a marriage and family therapist. Together, they aim to help leaders and teams navigate emotional and psychological challenges in the workplace, emphasizing the importance of mental fitness for sustainable success. Jared explains the concept of Kintsugi, a Japanese art form that symbolizes repairing broken pottery with gold, and how it serves as a metaphor for embracing and healing personal and professional “breaks” to emerge stronger and more resilient.

Jared dives into the services offered by Kintsugi Institute, including holistic team engagements, one-on-one coaching, and educational workshops tailored to small teams and executive groups. He highlights the challenges of addressing mental health in a corporate setting, especially when it comes to messaging and conversion, and shares his vision for bridging the gap between the mental health community and businesses. Jared also offers valuable advice for entrepreneurs, stressing the importance of mental health as a foundational lever for both personal well-being and business profitability. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the critical role of emotional wellness in leadership and team dynamics.