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Entrepreneurship, Mental Health, and Innovation β€” Insights from Maria Andrianova


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πŸŽ™οΈ Innotion Conversation: Entrepreneurship, Mental Health, and Innovation β€” Insights from Maria Andrianova

In this episode of Innotion Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual speaks with Maria Andrianova, serial entrepreneur and angel investor, about her transition from corporate life in Russia to building businesses and investing in startups in Dubai.

They dive into:

  • Maria’s journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship.
  • How her innovative recruitment tool, Neuroframe, uses deep personality diagnostics to improve hiring outcomes.
  • The importance of prioritizing mental health in workplace dynamics.
  • How small changes can create major improvements in employee satisfaction.
  • Building resilience to overcome the inevitable challenges of entrepreneurship.
  • The value of following your passion and maintaining authenticity.
  • Why building a strong, supportive network is critical for long-term success.

Maria shares practical lessons for founders, leaders, and anyone looking to build a meaningful career rooted in self-awareness and purpose.

Brought to you by Startup Summit 2025 β€” Europe’s leading startup and investor summit, happening September 18–19, 2025, in Lisbon.

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πŸ•’ Chapters 00:00 β€” Introduction to Maria Andrianova 02:13 β€” Transition from Corporate to Entrepreneurship 04:01 β€” Innovative Solutions in Recruitment 10:05 β€” Mental Health and Workplace Dynamics 14:11 β€” Building Resilience and Overcoming Challenges 19:52 β€” The Importance of Following Your Passion 26:12 β€” Creating a Supportive Network 32:03 β€” Final Thoughts and Contact Information

πŸ’‘ Key Takeaways

  • Transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship requires courage and adaptability.
  • Deep personality diagnostics can revolutionize recruitment and hiring.
  • Mental health plays a vital role in workplace satisfaction and performance.
  • Resilience and passion are core drivers of entrepreneurial success.
  • Building supportive professional and personal networks is essential for growth.
  • Self-awareness is a powerful tool in leadership and career development.
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The Innovation ConversationBy Ricardo Pascual