How Chris Quickfall overcame stress to build a thriving business
Learn how Chris Quickfall overcame stress and scaled his business by creating a structured planning system that improves focus, health, and entrepreneurial success.
Entrepreneur Chris Quickfall, founder of Cognassist, shares how he tackled the stress of running a start-up while managing the challenges of dyslexia.
Diagnosed with dyslexia at university, Chris utilised his problem-solving skills to create Cognassist, a platform that helps learners and educators understand and support neurodiverse individuals. Since its inception in 2007, Cognassist has assisted over 100,000 people and collaborates with more than 100 UK training institutions.
However, during the early days of his business, Chris faced immense pressure, working 100-hour weeks and struggling with alopecia, weight loss, and insomnia. Realising he was carrying too much in his head, Chris developed a structured system he calls his “dashboard.” This tool enabled him to categorise tasks, set goals, and focus on priorities without being overwhelmed.
By externalising his responsibilities into a manageable framework, Chris regained his health, reduced stress, and fostered business growth. He emphasises that such a system is invaluable for any entrepreneur navigating the relentless challenges of building a company. Chris’s journey highlights the importance of self-management, adaptability, and supporting mental health in achieving entrepreneurial success.
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While studying at university Chris was diagnosed with dyslexia. The experience of completing a cognitive assessment was genuinely transformative for Chris. It gave him a framework to understand how he thinks and learns as an individual. But like many people, he was understandably frustrated that he had to wait until university to get...
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