177. My Neurodivergent Brain with Edwin Ruiz

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