The Easily Distracted Entrepreneur
Welcome to *The Easily Distracted Entrepreneur*, where we support biz owners through the emotional & strategic challenges of entrepreneurship. Hosted by Amber Hawley—a licensed therapist, serial entrepreneur & former tech industry dropout—this channel is designed for high-achieving, easily distracted entrepreneurs seeking mindset shifts and strategies to achieve success without the struggle. With a mission of helping neurodivergent business owners get sh*t done by ditching the shame spirals, embracing their neurospicy gifts, understanding the struggles & finding community, this podcast explores essential topics like burnout, ADHD & AuDHD overwhelm, understanding your "neurospicy" brain, and implementing neurodiverse-affirming practices. With over 20 years of marketing, business & clinical experience in Silicon Valley, Amber dives into sustainable business growth, time & energy management & streamlining systems - helping you find more ease, efficiency, and success in your business.
Episodes
This episode dives into the critical but often overwhelming world of marketing for entrepreneurs, particularly those who are neurodivergent. We explore practical strategies to avoid all-or-nothing thinking, ensure consistency, and build sustainable marketing plans.
Jen, now our Chief Marketing Officer with over 20 years in marketing and tech, shares invaluable insights on making your website customer-frien...
In this episode Amber Hawley and Dr. Liz Slonena delve into the fascinating world of mindful hypnosis and retreats tailored for entrepreneurs with ADHD. They explore the neuroscience behind creativity, stress management, and hypnosis, and discuss authentic ways to overcome common entrepreneurial hurdles like perfectionism and fear of rejection. This enriching discussion offers valuable insights and practical strategies...
Finding the right team for your business can feel burdensome, especially when you're juggling the role of entrepreneur with personal life demands. Lesley Pyle joins Amber Hawley to explore strategies for lightening this load, from hiring an online business manager to creating an enticing job post that draws in the right talent. Through the blend of experiences shared, this episode equips entrepreneurs with the wisdom t...
Join me and my special guest Dr. Liz Laskey, as we dissect what is needed in 2024 to grow and monetize your business. The conversation also explores the difference between being a business owner and an entrepreneur, the significance of action over perfection, and the value of investing in coaching for sustained business success.
About Dr. Liz Lasky
Dr. Liz Lasky, PhD, LCSW, is the founder and ...
If you're feeling frustrated and discouraged because you can't seem to close deals and build meaningful relationships with potential clients, then you are not alone! You may be spending hours cold calling and sending out generic emails, only to be met with radio silence or rejection. Instead of seeing your sales numbers grow, you find yourself ...
In today's episode, Amber is joined by her dear friend Edwin Ruiz, a filmmaker, live streaming event producer, and all-around Renaissance man. Edwin shares his personal journey as a neurodivergent business owner, offering a unique perspective on harnessing neurodivergent strengths for success. With his tech background and love for problem-solving, Edwin's story highlights the...
Ever wondered what's truly holding you back from financial success? Meet Hilary Hendershot, the financial planner whose unexpected twist on overcoming limiting beliefs about money will leave you speechless. In a world where scarcity mentality reigns, Hilary challenges entrepreneurs to unravel their deeply held beliefs about money and embrace abundance. But h...
Unleash marketing therapy with Jen McFarland as she passionately guides entrepreneurs through the ironies of approachability and understanding, igniting their goal to connect with their audience while overcoming the conflict of marketing challenges.
Entrepreneurial leader, Jen Hope, battles overwhelm and societal expectations to reclaim her well-being and lead with fierce self-care in a world that demands her constant hustle.
In this episode, you will be able to:
In a world where conformity seemed to reign, Kierra Jones dared to be different. Little did she know that her uniqueness would become her greatest strength. As she embarked on her entrepreneurial journey, she discovered an unexpected twist that transformed her entire perspective. What was this twist that empowered her to create a thriving business and find f...
Amanda Berlin, the fearless PR powerhouse, dismantles the allure of shiny objects and guides entrepreneurs on a path to authentic visibility, liberating them from distractions and empowering them to achieve their business goals.
Does this sound familiar? You've been told t...
Do you yearn for a business that runs like a well-oiled machine, maximizing efficiency and productivity at every turn? Are you eager to discover the secret to streamlining your technology and software solutions for improved results? Look no further! I have the solution you've been searching for. In the following , I will reveal the key to achie...
Does this sound familiar? You're a high-achieving entrepreneur with ADHD, constantly battling with 'all or nothing' thinking. You've been told to just try harder or be more disciplined to overcome it, but it's not working. The pain of pouring your heart and soul into your business, only to see it crumble because of perfectionism and executive f...
Join therapist and growth strategist Lexi Soulios as she shares the five keys to building resilience as an entrepreneur, from assigning meaning to events in our lives to developing creative adaptability.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Ky Westcott, an East Coast boy with a West Coast heart, embarks on a neurospicy journey to come to terms with his ADHD, high functioning anxiety, and depression while discovering the power of negotiation and knowledge to overcome his mental health challenges.
In this episode we discuss:
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How to navigate and manage mental health with neurodi...
We all need a pep talk from time to time. You are worthy, sometimes business and life is a slog and it doesn't mean anything about you or your value.
In the words of Dory, "Just Keep Swimming."
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In this conversation with Cerita Yvonne, we talk about all the toxic thinking, perfectionism, people pleasing, not feeling good enough and the interplay of how you think about yourself can impact your relationships.
Do you have a big goal for your business this year? How will it feel not to achieve that goal? Not because it's not important to you but because it's hard to keep your life and business going a...
One of the blessings of the pandemic is that we now see a great example of why, as a business owner, we need to be prepared so our team members and/or family can keep our business going if we are sick for an extended period of time or if we pass.
Maybe you're thinking, where would I even start to get all that set up?
Or ma...
If you're somebody who loves organization and streamlining systems like I do or maybe you're feeling like you could use a little more organization in your business, than this week's episode is for you!
We are talking about structuring your CEO days. This is when you are putting on your CEO hat, and wo...
In this episode I talk to neurodivergent biz owner Rebecca Rose about her experience of being diagnosed with Autism, ADHD and OCD.
In this second episode of the series called My Neurodivergent Brain, Rebecca has a candid conversation about the impact being neurospicy has on her as a person and as a business owner. She talks about the benefits as well as the str...
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