Welcome back to Small Business School! In this special in person episode, Mallory Rowan and I dive deep into our shared experiences of neurodivergence and autism. Mallory is a multi passionate entrepreneur, season founder and digital creator and coach. Together we discuss how neurodivergence shows up in our everyday lives and how it impacts our businesses. 

We share the struggles, the funny moments, and the practical strategies that make life as neurodivergent entrepreneurs serve as a strength for our businesses!

Topics Covered:

• The journey of self-diagnosis and the impact of social media in discovering neurodivergence.
• How autism and ADHD traits influence creativity and business approaches, including the need for a balance between structure and freedom.
• Challenges in talking about neurodivergence with family and friends.
• Myths about autism and ADHD.
• Understanding Masking.
• The pressure to dress and behave a certain way, and strategies for finding comfort and authenticity in professional settings.
• Managing sensory overload, respecting personal energy levels, and prioritizing self-care to show up as your best self.
• The empowerment that comes from understanding how your brain works.
• Reducing shame around neurodivergence by owning quirks and openly communicating needs.

We hope this episode inspires you to embrace your needs in life and business and use them to show up at your best, in your unique way!

Connect with Mallory!

Mallory’s Links:
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Mallory’s Exclusive Business Tips
1:1 Coaching with Mallory

Mentioned In Episode:
Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity

Staci's Links:
Instagram. Website.

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