#10: Burnout-Proof Your Business: How to Work WITH Your Neurodivergent Brain

Running a business isn’t one size fits all, and for neurodivergent entrepreneurs, the traditional ‘hustle and grind’ approach can lead straight to burnout. In this week’s episode of Just What I Needed, I’m sharing how I’ve designed my work life to actually support me—because when I thrive, my business thrives.

Key Takeaways:

✅ The biggest signs I was burning out (and didn’t even realize it)
✅ How I learned to accommodate my brain’s needs
✅ Simple adjustments that help me work with my energy, not against it

My Journey to a Sustainable Business

Before starting my own business, I was constantly pushing myself to keep up with the fast-paced expectations of corporate life. I spent years feeling emotionally numb, exhausted, and overwhelmed. It wasn’t until I left that environment that I realized: I needed to work differently.

I started small. I experimented with different schedules, paid attention to my energy levels, and created boundaries that actually supported me. The more I adjusted my work style, the more productive and fulfilled I became.

Practical Accommodations You Can Try

👉 Only one peopling event per day – Social exhaustion is real. Give yourself space between interactions.
👉 Schedule downtime between meetings – Avoid the rush and give your nervous system time to reset.
👉 Use noise-canceling headphones – Block out distractions and create a more focused work environment.
👉 Embrace flexible scheduling – If rigid routines drain you, build in buffer times for transitions.
👉 Try task batching – Grouping similar tasks together reduces mental fatigue and keeps momentum going.
👉 Permission to pivot – What works today might not work six months from now. Adjust as needed.

Why This Matters

So many entrepreneurs feel like they have to force themselves into traditional work structures. But the best part of running your own business? You make the rules.

When you design your work to align with your strengths, you open up space for creativity, focus, and growth. You don’t have to push through systems that don’t work for you. Instead, you get to create a workflow that supports your success.

Ready to Make a Change?

Take a second to jot down one thing you can adjust this week to better support your energy and workflow. Then, DM me on Instagram—I’d love to hear what resonated with you!