Clarity: Maintaining Mental Health and Avoiding Co-Founder Chaos
Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 11:00 AM MDT – 1:00 PM MDT
Denver Public Library: Park Hill Branch Library · 4705 Montview Blvd, Denver, CO 80207, USA
Hosted by Startup Grind Denver
Clarity is more than just a buzzword—it’s the lifeline of every successful founder relationship and the foundation of sustainable leadership. In this powerful and practical session led by esteemed startup psychologist Dr. Matthew Jones, we’ll dive into the often-overlooked emotional and psychological dynamics of startup life. Learn how to prioritize your mental health while nurturing strong, transparent relationships with your co-founder(s). Through real talk, shared experiences, and expert insights, we’ll explore: [ml][ul][li indent=0 align=left]How stress, burnout, and anxiety impact decision-making and collaboration[/li][li indent=0 align=left]Common co-founder conflicts and how to navigate them before they blow up[/li][li indent=0 align=left]Strategies for setting healthy boundaries, maintaining trust, and keeping communication clear when tensions rise[/li][li indent=0 align=left]Tools and practices for emotional resilience and personal clarity[/li][/ul][/ml] Whether you're early in your journey or managing a scaling team, this session is for any founder seeking balance, honesty, and healthier ways to lead—together. 🍽️ During this session, you will also enjoy a full complimentary lunch and networking opportunities. Space is limited, so RSVP soon! Meet Dr. Matthew Jones Trusted by founders backed by Y Combinator, Sequoia, a16z, Google Ventures, Tiger Global, Village Global, and more, Dr. Matthew Jones is the go-to expert for navigating the hidden psychological dynamics that make or break cofounder relationships. Over the past five years, Dr. Jones has worked with hundreds of founders—ranging from bootstrapped startups and pre-seed teams to post-Series A companies and seasoned entrepreneurs launching their next ventures. Some were scaling fast but misaligned. Others were weeks away from walking away. What they all discovered: the best teams don’t avoid conflict—they learn how to move through it. Through the Cofounder Clarity Coaching Method, Dr. Jones blends the deep insight of therapy with the tactical results of executive coaching to help founders repair trust, improve communication, and lead with clarity and integrity. Dr. Jones’s work has been featured in TIME, Inc., Business Insider, Psychology Today, and The Huffington Post. He is also the author of the forthcoming book, The Cofounder Effect: How to Diagnose, Fix, & Scale Healthy Communication for Startup Success—a practical and psychological guide to turning tension into resilience. Whether it’s early misalignment, eroding trust, or communication breakdowns at scale, founders, VCs, and accelerators turn to Dr. Matthew Jones when it matters most. Special thanks to HubSpot for making this event possible!