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Entrepreneur
22-07-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
How to Face the Emotional Side of Entrepreneurship
Dr. Drew Pinsky and serial investor Kim Perell help a small business owner cope with the stress of a fire that almost destroyed her company. Joy Hoover is the founder of Esōes Cosmetics (pronounced S-O-S), a safety-focused beauty brand that blends tech and cosmetics to support women facing gender-based violence. After building early momentum and shipping products to all 50 states, tragedy struck. Her business came to a terrifying halt when a fire destroyed their offices. "We lost a hundred percent of our inventory," Hoover said. She shared her story on an emotional episode of Entrepreneur Therapy hosted by Dr. Drew and Kim Perrel. Hoover explained that the fire didn't just destroy all her products; it tested the very technology she built the company around. One of Esōes' lipsticks features a built-in panic button designed for emergency situations. That button proved to be essential during the fire. "Our lipstick actually saved our home from fully burning down," Hoover said. "We pushed the button, and fire trucks were there in five minutes. Had they come 10 minutes later, they wouldn't have been able to save it." After the fire, her employees worked for free and took on side jobs to keep the business afloat. Hoover tried to stay strong for her team, but it took a toll on her emotionally. Dr. Drew spotted this and encouraged her to stop pushing through the pain without acknowledging it. "You gloss over horrible things and keep moving forward," he said. "It's okay not to be okay." Related: 'You Need Support:' Honest Advice for a Founder Trying to Do It All Alone Perell reminded Hoover that resilience doesn't mean pretending everything is fine. "You're showing up with so much courage," she said. "But you've got to also fill your own cup." She also advised Hoover not to rush the rebuild, but to view it as a long-term investment. "It's not going to be like tomorrow it's all fixed," she said. "Being really thoughtful and strategic is what's going to get you there."
Entrepreneur
17-07-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Functional Mushroom Gummie Founder Struggles to Balance Stress and Growth
Get practical advice from Dr. Drew and investor Kim Perell on this episode of Entrepreneur Therapy, featuring SuperMush co-founder and CEO Alli Schaper. After battling chronic gut issues since childhood and cycling through a bunch of traditional medicine, Schaper found relief through functional mushrooms and never looked back. She teamed up with a co-founder to create SuperMush, a line of sugar-free mushroom-based gummies, mints, and mouth sprays that promote energy, focus, and relaxation. But as the company has grown, so has the stress. "The irony is we're creating a mental health brand," Schaper said, "and the attempt to maintain our own mental health through the process of building and scaling a CPG company is pretty wild." Schaper recently appeared on Entrepreneur Therapy, presented by Amazon Business, to talk with Dr. Drew and Kim Perell about what keeps her up at night—and how to protect her peace while scaling a wellness brand in a highly competitive space. Related: The Wellness Industry Is Now Richer Than Big Pharma and Sports The first problem? Finding balance between the creative side she loves and the operational demands of a startup trying to grow fast. "We've now had to shift completely into like operations spreadsheet mode," she said. "It's been dominating our time." Perell suggested that it might be time to consider hiring someone whose strength is in backend operations. "That person will be a game changer in your business," she told Schaper. "It may mean giving something up, but it will allow you to do your best work." Dr. Drew honed in on Schaper's stress level. "You gloss it over with that beautiful smile," he told her, "but it's going to catch up with you." He encouraged her to find a real way to relieve the pressure—whether that's boxing, therapy, or talking to a close friend. Schaper agreed that the emotional ups and downs of entrepreneurship can be discouraging, especially when the grind doesn't always lead to immediate results. "I could work 80 hours a week and get zero investment checks," she said. "Then the next week, I work three hours and get a million dollars." But she left the session with a new perspective. "I love what they shared," she said. "And I have some good, clear takeaways." Entrepreneur Therapy is presented by Amazon Business. Smart business buying starts with Amazon Business. Learn more. Related: 'You Need Support:' Honest Advice for a Founder Trying to Do It All Alone Related:
Entrepreneur
15-07-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Founder Grows Carribean Food Brand While Managing Business and Marriage Stress
Get practical advice from Dr. Drew and investor Kim Perell on this episode of Entrepreneur Therapy, featuring In The Kitchen with Alexandra founder Alexandra Baker. When Alexandra Baker started handing out jars of her homemade Haitian pikliz—spicy condiments for rich foods like fried pork and plantains—friends and family couldn't get enough. What began as a side hustle on Etsy turned into a full-fledged food startup, In The Kitchen with Alexandra, where she sells her products through Amazon and independent retailers. But as sales picked up, so did the pressure to fulfill growing demand without enough capital. She appeared on Entrepreneur Therapy, presented by Amazon Business, to ask a question many founders face: how do you keep scaling when you're running out of money? And how to protect her marriage and mental health in the process. Related: How Much Capital Does Your Startup Need? Here Are 7 Key Factors to Consider. Baker explained that demand ramped up quickly, forcing them to reorder inventory almost immediately, even though the money from earlier sales hadn't fully landed yet. She and her husband, Troy—who now run the business together—had already dipped into their savings, taken out an inventory line of credit, and curbed their leisure activities. "We were accustomed to multiple getaways throughout the year and dining out a couple times a week," she said. "We've had to cut back on a lot of that." Perell applauded Baker for staying lean. But she cautioned that every founder needs to define their financial breaking point. "You should know how much you're willing to lose," she said, "because at some point you have to take care of yourself too." For her, that number was $30,000—$10,000 from her grandmother and $20,000 on a credit card. Dr. Drew picked up on the emotional toll the business was taking, pointing out how much it was weighing on Baker and her relationship. "I'm getting a little sad listening to you talk," he said. "You've lost something between you and your partner. And you're willing to pay that price in the short term, but you have to be careful it doesn't become chronic." Baker admitted they'd come close to calling it quits. "We were almost there," she said. "And so far, it was like a light went on. If we didn't see that, I think we would have been very close to saying, 'Okay. We tried. It's not working.'" But the renewed momentum—and support from the Entrepreneur Therapy hosts—gave her hope. "We believe in you," Perell said. "You've got that winning spirit for sure." Entrepreneur Therapy is presented by Amazon Business. Smart business buying starts with Amazon Business. Learn more. Related: 'You Need Support:' Honest Advice for a Founder Trying to Do It All Alone
Fox News
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
KarJenners Make Bold Entrance At Bezos Wedding Bash
The KarJenners are making waves in Venice with bold looks as Bezos and Sanchez gear up for their no-phones wedding bash. Prosecutors say Diddy's interstate sex charges are an easy call, wrapping up with fiery closing arguments. Plus, Dr. Drew weighs in on Justin Bieber's recent behavior, hinting at serious trouble brewing behind closed doors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
Entrepreneur
26-06-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Dr. Drew Pinsky's Advice for Dealing With Rejection
Any entrepreneur who is being honest will tell you the same thing: this lifestyle isn't easy. Running and growing a small business comes with great highs and crashing lows. And when everything rests on your shoulders, financial and personal stresses can feel completely overwhelming. But if you are going through a tough patch, you should know that it isn't just you, and that you are not alone. We created our new series, Entrepreneur Therapy, presented by Amazon Business, to help entrepreneurs deal with the multitude of struggles they face day in and day out. Renowned health expert Dr. Drew Pinsky and serial investor Kim Perell sit down with small business owners, assess their issues and give actionable advice that they (or anyone watching with a similar problem) can use to build a mindset of resilience and strength. Episode one features Kim Roxie, the founder and CEO of Lamik Beauty, who is simultaneously dealing with the loss of her sister and the crushing pressure that comes with hearing no after no while seeking much-needed capital from investors. Related: Watch Kim Roxie Pitch Her Company on 'Elevator Pitch' Dr. Drew asks: "Have you given yourself the time and the space to grieve?" He notes that in the world of entrepreneurship, everything is go, go, go, but that spending proper time living in your grief is the only way to pass through it. He assures Roxie that it doesn't have to be five weeks — even five minutes of listening to your thoughts and emotions can help the healing process begin. Perrell feels Kim Roxie's pain when it comes to investment — or a lack thereof. "I have been underestimated my whole life, so I totally get what you are feeling," she says. "Less than 2% of VC funding goes to women, which is terrible. But it's really important to remember that it's a numbers game. You're going to hear a hundred nos before you get one yes." Related: Why Rejection is a Startup's Best Growth Strategy Dr. Drew says that how you choose to respond to those rejections is everything. "The only thing you can control is how you react," he notes. "Part of learning resiliency is leaning into rejection and learning not to be bothered so much by it. It's never going to feel good, but don't let it get you in the gut." Watch the episode to hear more about Roxie's struggles and the advice Dr. Drew and Perrell share that can change her life, and possibly yours. Entrepreneur Therapy is presented by Amazon Business. Smart business buying starts with Amazon Business. Learn more. Related: Do You Want to Live to Be 100? This Researcher Has the Answer to Why Longevity is Not a Quick Fix or Trendy Diet
