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Cities want to go, entrepreneurs need support!

Navigating the path from financial stability to personal growth often feels like chasing a distant dream. The Startup Snapshot report sheds light on the toll entrepreneurship takes on well-being, with 72% of founders experiencing mental health impacts and 54% feeling stressed about their startup's future.

Despite accolades like EQ's #2 "Best Cities for Entrepreneurs" and Inc.’s top 50 ranking, St. Louis grapples with racial, wealth, and wellness disparities. While boasting an 85.3% business survivability rate, 20% of small businesses fail within the first year, with 55% in Missouri not employing anyone after four years. As Greater STL Inc. strives for inclusive growth, mental health crises, especially among Black individuals, persist. This raises questions about the support available to entrepreneurs.

Understanding this, Gutted Fitness aims to guide founders towards emotional and financial well-being. Through our Blog and Moment Products, we facilitate introspection, while The Zone offers a physical outlet. As we delve deeper, we seek to understand the emotional state of founders, the impact of stress on their lives and the economy, and how best to support them in St. Louis and beyond. Your support can help us create healthier realities for entrepreneurs, fostering a community where well-being is prioritized, and success is sustainable.