Psychological Support for Business Development - Meetup at Café Paris

Join us for an engaging networking meetup at Café Paris! ( 15% discount on any menu order during the event) This informal gathering provides a relaxed atmosphere to connect with colleagues, exchange ideas, and expand your professional network. Whether you're looking to share insights, meet new people, or simply enjoy good conversation, this event is the perfect opportunity.

Meeting Plan: Psychological Support for Business Development

Guest: Nataliia Yizhak, Psychologist
Duration: ~60–90 minutes
Format: Talk + Interaction + Practical Tools

1. Introduction (5–10 min)
• Short story: Why entrepreneurs often feel alone in their struggles
• Introduce yourself and your background (briefly, but humanly)
• Goal: show that inner psychological work = real business growth
2. Core Psychological Challenges Entrepreneurs Face (Theory + Reflection – 20 min
With examples, relatable stories, maybe a slide or two.

Topics to cover:

1. Fear of failure and rejection
2. Impostor syndrome
3. Overworking and burnout
4. Inner critic and perfectionism
5. Difficulty setting boundaries
6. Constant uncertainty and decision fatigue
7. Comparing to others / social media pressure

Mini reflection: Ask participants to write down or mentally identify:
“What is my most common inner obstacle in business?”

3. From Struggle to Strategy (15 min)
Explain how these emotional struggles are normal but manageable.

Offer simple, evidence-based tools:
• Cognitive reframing (from CBT)
• Inner dialogue work (positive self-talk vs inner critic)
• Self-compassion (from ACT and mindfulness)
• Emotional regulation and awareness (basic model)
• Importance of peer support & feedback

4. Practical Exercise: “Support Circle Format” (15–20 min)