Hello,

My name is Brittany Kesler, M.S. I am a doctoral student in the general psychology program at Walden University, and am currently conducting my dissertation research on individuals living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome who work full or part-time as entrepreneurs, or are in some way self employed. The study seeks to explore the experiences of participants, and learn about the challenges they have faced, the benefits they have garnered from taking on this work, and how it has impacted their overall well- being and quality of life. Ideally it will provide valuable information for individuals diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome who might be interested in taking a similar path. I have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome myself, and am aware of the many challenges faced with this illness. In stating this, I am committed to helping this community thrive in search for personal and professional fulfillment.

Currently, I am in search for participants who are diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and are self-employed and/or an entrepreneur. Participation in the study involves a 30 to 60 minute phone interview, with 12 questions. All participants’ names and information will be de-identified, and questions are rather unintrusive. All interviews are on a voluntary basis.

If you are diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and are self-employed and/or consider yourself an entrepreneur, please consider participating. Please reach me anytime at kesler.brittany@gmail.com, or by phone at (530) 412-3933 for further information.

Your support in participating in this interview would be greatly appreciated.

Many thanks,

Brittany Kesler