Overcome Overthinking Questionnaire

Thank you for taking the time to answer my questionnaire! My goal is to understand the specific friction points, internal monologue, and desires of tech and startup employees dealing with chronic overwhelm, because I've been there and want to help apply the lessons, tools, and techniques I've used for myself and clients.

What is your current role and industry?

Think about your absolute worst, most overwhelming day at work recently. What was the primary cause?

Endless context switching (Slack, email, meetings)

Unclear expectations or moving targets

Imposter syndrome

Paralyzing fear of making the wrong decision

Overwhelming workload with tight deadlines

Other

When you are stretched to your absolute mental capacity, what is the exact phrase or thought playing on a loop in your head?

What have you tried to do to manage this stress or overthinking that completely failed?

Productivity apps/hacks

Working extra hours and weekends to "catch up"

Corporate mindfulness/meditation programs

Venting to colleagues

Using alcohol or other substances to de-stress

Other

I am building a program to help tech professionals and startup employees become the calmest person in the room while under pressure. What would achieving that level of calm unlock for your career or personal life?

I currently coach Olympic Weightlifter on mental performance. Does the concept of applying elite athletic mental strength to your daily challenges resonate with you?

A

Yes, absolutely

B

Somewhat, I'm curious

C

No, I don't see a connection

When a program exists to overcome overthinking and overwhelm at the workplace, would you be interested in hearing more?

A

Yes, absolutely

B

Maybe, I'm curious

C

Not at this time