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 power of embracing one's neurospiciness and finding fulfillment in constantly evolving challenges. His ability to dive deep into subjects, make connections, and create innovative solutions showcases the creativity and innovation that can arise from neurodivergence. Join Amber and Edwin as they delve into the world of neurodivergence and discover how to leverage these strengths in business.
Connect with Edwin Here:
https://www.instagram.com/mondomachine/
Connect with Amber Here:
https://amberhawley.com/
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:11 - Finishing the Year Strong
00:02:10 - Edwin's Story
00:06:00 - ADHD Flavor of Life
00:09:18 - Neurospiciness
00:16:11 - The Temptation of Knowledge Hoarding
00:17:27 - Learning through Observation
00:19:08 - Learning Preferences and Technology
00:22:02 - The Power of a Diverse Community
00:23:01 - Balancing Learning and Business Responsibilities
00:32:06 - The Value of Learning from Others' Stories
00:32:40 - Judging Our Value Based on Output
00:33:23 - Consistency and Identifying What's Important
00:34:52 - The Potential of AI in Problem Solving
00:39:41 - Finding Joy in Personal Problem Solving
00:48:50 - Explaining Tech Jobs to Children
00:49:19 - Trusting the Process
00:50:11 - ADHD as a Superpower
00:51:10 - Finding Your Own Way in Entrepreneurship
00:52:57 - Honoring Biorythms and Setting Boundaries
01:05:10 - The Importance of Neurodivergent Individuals
01:05:29 - Ways to Connect with the Guest
01:06:01 - Appreciating Neurodiversity
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