Purpose
We study how self-doubt shapes founder decision-making, performance, and well-being. Our aim is to turn evidence into practical tools entrepreneurs can use.
The Atkinson Institute
Entrepreneurship & Resilience
Entrepreneurship demands courage and adaptability. By understanding impostor syndrome and resilience, we can equip founders to thrive, reduce burnout, and strengthen their impact.
Why it matters
- High uncertainty increases burnout risk.
- Self-doubt slows decisions and limits creativity.
- Resilience skills protect health, profit, and purpose.
Who should participate
- Founders, solopreneurs, and small-team leaders.
- 18+ and active in strategy, product, or client work.
- Open to anonymous, honest reflection.
What participation looks like
- Quick survey (7–10 minutes).
- Optional story submission.
- Confidential. Aggregate insights only.
What you’ll receive
- Early insight brief on findings.
- Access to founder toolkits.
- Invites to resilience workshops.
Get involved
Your experience helps shape evidence-based tools for entrepreneurs.
Anonymous responses. Aggregated reporting only.
FAQs
How long is the survey?
About 7–10 minutes.
Is my data private?
Yes. We store responses securely and publish only aggregate trends. No personal data is shared.
Can I share this with other founders?
Please do. More responses improve the quality of tools we create.
Contact
The Atkinson Institute
Email: research@theatkinsoninstitute.org
Questions about eligibility or accessibility? Reach out and we will help.