A performance program for founders

Strive

STRIVE is an integrated program designed by Bessemer Venture Partners and Exos to holistically support entrepreneurs in performing their best while navigating the challenges of building and scaling a company. STRIVE provides resources, tools, and coaching guidance across six key areas: Sleep, Train, Regimen, Intake, Vision, and Emotional health.

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Putting STRIVE into Play

We interviewed experts from Exos, the world's most elite health and wellness coaching institute, across six key areas on how to achieve optimal performance: Sleep, Train, Regimen, Intake, Vision, and Emotional health.

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Bessemer Venture Partners launches STRIVE: A holistic wellness program for high-performance leadership

In collaboration with Exos, the human performance company, STRIVE equips entrepreneurs to enhance personal wellbeing and performance.

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Introduction: When leaders STRIVE their teams thrive

Bessemer Venture Partners and Exos introduce six pillars of wellness to empower CEOs and founders in achieving high-performance leadership.

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Sleep: Strategies to build better sleep habits for leaders

CEOs and founders can’t afford to undersleep — here's how to align your biology, environment, and routine for optimal rest for high performance.

Training for STRIVE
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Training: The power of movement and how a physical regimen keeps leaders sharp

Physical fitness is crucial for demanding executive routines, providing enhanced focus, increased willpower, and resilience.

Regimen for STRIVE
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Regimen: The science of forming a healthy executive routine

Habit formation is a superpower — learn how to create a sustainable cycle of success to support your vision and goals.

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Intake: Fuel for work and life

Build a personalized and practical nutrition plan to improve your energy and focus as you build your business.

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Vision: The role of self-awareness and self-regulation in transformational leadership

Legendary leadership requires emotional intelligence, impulse control, and discipline — these are the often overlooked fundamentals to upholding your vision and driving company success.

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Emotional health: Practical strategies for cultivating emotional intelligence in the workplace

Self awareness and emotional regulation underpin everything you do at work. Here’s how leaders can expand their EQ and model the best behaviors for their teams.

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Putting STRIVE into play: Advice from a gold medalist, NFL star, and two high-growth CEOs

Executives and athletes open up on how they juggle family, business, and making their health and wellness goals a reality.

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Sleep

Sleep is the foundation of mental health, cognitive health, and performance.

Train

Exercise boosts confidence and releases endorphins.

Regimen

Rituals can form positive habits and requires intention and discipline.

Intake

A personalized nutrition plan plays a vital role in improving your energy, focus, and nourishment.

Vision

Self-awareness and self-regulation play a critical role in transformational leadership.

Emotional health

Maintaining relationships and your emotional health are cornerstones for having a sense of purpose and fulfillment.