Sharing Circles

Weekly community sharing space

Sharing circles are designed to provide a safe and supportive space for startup founders to share their experiences, challenges and feelings related to burnout. The aim is to foster a sense of community, validate experiences and explore potential solutions.

The concept of sharing circles is deeply rooted in the rich cultural traditions of Native American communities, where they have long served as sacred spaces for open dialogue, collective healing and connection. In these circles, people gather to speak from the heart, listen with respect and share stories that foster understanding and trust.

As we embrace the principles of sharing circles in contemporary settings, we honor the wisdom of Native American traditions, recognizing their profound contribution to creating inclusive spaces for reflection, healing, and community building. This legacy teaches us the importance of unity, respect, and the collective power of shared experiences.

Upcoming Sessions

  • Sharing Circles // Burnout

    Every Tuesday 7:00-8:00PM

    These SC are specifically focused on burnout and overcoming major crises as an entrepreneur.

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  • Sharing Circles // Female Founders

    Every Wednesday 7:00-8:00PM

    These SC are designated for womxn entrepreneurs only and are curacted as a safe space to share challenges with fellow womxn entrepreneurs.

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  • Sharing Circles // Male Founders

    Every Thursday 7:00-8:00PM

    These SC are for male entrepreneurs only and have a format of a mens group.

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FAQs

Who can attend sharing circles?

Any startup founder is invited and welcome to join our sessions! We hold multiple standing sessions each week that are group-specific.

How often can I participate in sharing circles?

As often as you’d like! You can find our standing weekly dates and times with signup in the “Upcoming Sessions” section shown above.

Are sharing circles anonymous?

Yes, participants can choose whether or not their names and/or faces are shown during sessions. If you do not want your name to show up please rename yourself on Zoom prior to the session.

Are sharing circles recorded?

Each session will have a designated notetaker from the Founder Rehab team. The notes will be for the FR team only—and in aggregate—only to help guide further sharing circle efforts moving forward. The notetaker will NOT record names or link comments to a specific individual.

What if I don’t want to say anything during a session?

We want you to feel safe in sharing your comments or experiences. If you do not feel like sharing you do not have to, we will not call on participants.

How much does it cost to participate in one session?

Sharing circles are donation based—all proceeds go to facilitators. Suggested donation is $40 USD.

What will these sharing circles look like?

When: Sessions are held weekly on an ongoing basis. Each sharing circle is 60-minutes in length. 
Where: Sessions will be conducted online through Zoom.
Who: We hold various types of sharing circles by theme, each with a maximum of 30 attendees. Two experienced facilitators will conduct these sessions—one facilitator will lead while the other will serve as notetaker.