{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2Fc7851888-d618-4d2e-a1a3-7d64eefaf062","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Fear as Fuel: The Founder\u2019s Edge in High-Stakes Decisions with Patrick Sweeney","description":"What if the biggest threat to your company isn\u2019t competition\u2014but your own fear? On AIBiz, hosted by Yusuf, Patrick Sweeney breaks down how fear silently shapes founder decisions and how to turn it into strategic advantage.\nThis episode is for entrepreneurs, startup leaders, and high-performers who want to scale without second-guessing themselves. Patrick shares how a life-altering health crisis reshaped his leadership, why vulnerability strengthens teams, and how the B.O.O.D.A. framework helps founders decide faster and smarter under pressure.\nAbout the Guest:\nPatrick Sweeney is a material technology founder, Wall Street Journal bestselling author, former Olympic-level athlete, and world record holder. He is the author of Fear is Fuel and the upcoming book The Founder\u2019s Creed, introducing the B.O.O.D.A. decision framework.\nEpisode Chapters:\n00:00 \u2013 The real bottleneck in founder growth03:00 \u2013 Near-death experience and leadership shift07:30 \u2013 Fear as fuel vs fear as paralysis11:45 \u2013 The neuroscience of decision-making15:30 \u2013 The B.O.O.D.A. doctrine explained19:40 \u2013 Imposter syndrome at the top\nKey Takeaways:\n\n\nFear is data, not a verdict.\n\n\nUse box breathing (4x4) to regain clarity.\n\n\nDecide from opportunity, not avoidance.\n\n\nVulnerability builds stronger teams.\n\n\nImposter syndrome is common\u2014even at the top.\n\n\nHow to Connect With the Guest:\nWebsite: https://www.thefounderscreed.com/ (free first chapter)Instagram: The Fear GuruLinkedIn: The Fear Guru\n \nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatchDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate.\nWith over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\ud83d\udc49 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact:\ud83d\udcbc Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ud83d\udce7 Email: podcast@podhub.club\ud83c\udf10 Website: https://www.podhub.club/\ud83d\udccd Based in: India and USA\n\ud83c\udfa7 Listen to all podcast shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik\ud83e\udd1d Be a guest: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/beaguest\ud83d\udce9 Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/\n\n\n\n\n#podmatch #healthymindbyavik #podhub.club #FounderMindset #LeadershipGrowth #EntrepreneurLife #DecisionMaking #FearIsFuel #StartupLeadership #BusinessPsychology #HighPerformance #ImposterSyndrome #ScalingUp #MindsetShift","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/cfa1318a-87ca-47b9-8261-9910260da96c/untitled-design-5-a2swm.jpg"}