Why 46% of Entrepreneurs Struggle with Feelings of Loneliness
Once upon a time..
.. there was a female entrepreneur. She was passionate. She was smart. She was hard-working. She was a dreamer. And at times she was also lonely.
I don’t know for a fact if this is the story of all entrepreneurs, but from my 15 years of personal experience in entrepreneurship, I do know that occasional loneliness is part of the journey. I’m not talking about big corporations here, but rather solopreneurs or small business owners — those passionate souls who are closely connected with their businesses day by day.
Understanding the Loneliness That Comes with Entrepreneurship
According to the Wordmetrics.org Entrepreneur Burnout Report of 2024 I am not alone in my experience of entrepreneurial loneliness.
- 46% of entrepreneurs struggle with feelings of isolation and loneliness.
- 31% of entrepreneurs experience burnout due to lack of support from friends and family.
- 39% of entrepreneurs feel like they have no one to talk to about their stress.
Entrepreneurship is a true rollercoaster. The ups and downs come and go, and while you develop wisdom and resilience over time and learn to ride these waves with…
