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• 37. Before you burn your business down with Liv and Martha

  Liv and Martha get real about what’s actually underneath those “burn it all down” moments in business.We unpack what happens when you're running on nervous system fumes, how to tell when you’re making decisions from a dysregulated place, and what to try before you set your business on fire (hint: it might involve snacks, naps, or aggressively unsubscribing from half the internet).Here's what went down:How to recognise the signs that you’re making decisions from a dysregulated stateWhy panic can feel like clarity and how to tell when it’s notWhat nervous system regulation actually involves (spoiler: it’s more than deep breaths and lavender oil)The $200 seatbelt story and other meltdown-mode decisionsThe small recalibrations that help when a full rebrand isn’t the answerWhat to try before you bin your business (snacks, naps, and nervous system support)Why The Branding Psychologist is dead and how this new chapter might shift things for you tooWe also mentioned these people/things:Liv’s behind-the-scenes rebrand updates (sign up for raw, unfiltered chaos and clarity)Liv’s websiteLiv’s LinkedIn and InstagramMartha’s websiteMartha’s HyperFocus Week servicesMartha’s Substack: Neurodivergent FeministMartha’s LinkedIn and InstagramVerity BythIf you liked the podcast, please drop us a rating and send it to your friends. If you didn’t, it might be time to take a good, long look at yourself.Get in touch by email—[email protected]

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• 36. F*ck productivity rules with Liv and Martha

  Liv and Martha unpack the ways traditional productivity hacks often backfire for neurodivergent brains. We talk body doubling, strategic spite (yes, really), and what it actually means to build trust in your own rhythm. This is part ADHD deep-dive, part gentle rebellion—and all about creating businesses and lives that work with your brain, not against it.Here's what went down:Why productivity isn’t linear (and never has been)How executive dysfunction gets in the way and why it’s not your fault.Strategic spite(™) as a surprisingly effective motivational toolWhat body doubling really gives us (spoiler: it’s not just accountability)Why habit stacking and time blocking often don’t work for neurodivergent folksWhat trusting your brain looks like and how to build that trust over timeRedefining consistency, motivation, and success on your own termsWhy your brain and body are not separate and why that matters for getting stuff doneWe also mentioned these people/things:Martha’s websiteMartha’s HyperFocus Week servicesMartha’s Substack: Neurodivergent FeministMartha’s LinkedIn and InstagramLiv’s website Liv’s LinkedIn and InstagramIf you liked the podcast, please drop us a rating and send it to your friends. If you didn’t, it might be time to take a good, long look at yourself.Want to advertise on our show? Get in touch by email—[email protected]

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• 35. Navigating change, leadership, and neurodivergence with Amber Anthony

  Learn how to navigate the emotional weight of change, why tethering matters (especially when everything feels like a shit show), and how to start preparing leaders to navigate failure with awareness and intention.Amber Anthony is a behaviour specialist, neuro-inclusion consultant, and founder of the Neurospicy Collective. She brings a systems lens to human experience, helping organisations and individuals navigate change in a way that’s actually supportive, not performative.We talk about the messy middle: emotional regulation during destabilising times, the cost of continuous change, and what it means to build your own sense of tethering when external anchors fall away.If you’ve been feeling like you’re rebuilding midair or trying to lead through uncertainty, this one’s worth a listen.Here’s what went down:Why small, ongoing changes hit harder than one big disruptionWhat “tethering” really means and how to build it for yourselfHow to hold emotional space for the in-between moments of changeWhy do we need to stop pretending leaders won’t fail and teach them how to navigate failure with awareness and intentionThe cost of mental load in organisations and how to design with capacity in mindWhy resilience is less about being tough, and more about coming backA different way to frame the emotional impact of systems changeWe also mentioned these people/things:**We had tech difficulties but the rest of this episode was too good not to share. Find the rest of the conversation here—it was too good not to share.Neurospicy CollectiveAmber Anthony’s InstagramMartha’s websiteMartha’s HyperFocus Week servicesMartha’s Substack: Neurodivergent FeministMartha’s LinkedIn and InstagramLiv’s website Liv’s LinkedIn and InstagramIf you liked the podcast, please drop us a rating and send it to your friends. If you didn’t, it might be time to take a good, long look at yourself.Want to advertise on our show? Get in touch by email—[email protected]

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• 34. Broadcasting and balance: How Kirsten Diprose balances family time, passion, and business

  Kirsten shares how she went from broadcast journalist to podcasting business owner, building a business that lets her prioritise family time while still helping others share their stories.With Rural Podcasting Co., Kirsten now guides others in sharing their own stories through personalised coaching programs. Whether it’s helping clients launch their first podcast or refining an existing one, Kirsten’s focus is on empowering her clients to confidently step into the role of podcast hosts and share their message with impact.Here’s what went down:How Kirsten transitioned from journalism to podcasting and what sparked the change.The biggest mindset shift from employee to business owner and why it matters.How Ducks on the Pond became the foundation for Rural Podcasting Co.The systems and tools Kirsten uses to balance family life and business demands.How Kirsten plans her week using colour-coded calendars, themed days, and systems to stay on top of business and family priorities.Why flexibility matters to Kirsten as a mother and business owner.How Kirsten uses deadlines as a tool to stay focused and productive without letting them create unnecessary pressure.The challenges and excitement of scaling a service-based business.The importance of trusting yourself when building a new business.Plus, Kirsten shares an exclusive offer for listeners interested in sponsoring Ducks on the Pond. Mention this episode to receive 20% off sponsorship packages.We also mentioned these people/things:Ducks on the PondDucks on the Pond InstagramRural Podcasting CoRural Podcasting Co InstagramTown Criers PodcastTown Criers Podcast InstagramMartha’s websiteMartha’s HyperFocus Week servicesMartha’s LinkedIn and InstagramLiv’s website Liv’s LinkedIn and InstagramIf you liked the podcast, please drop us a rating and send it to your friends. If you didn’t, it might be time to take a good, long look at yourself.Want to advertise on our show? Get in touch by email—[email protected]

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• 33. Why Unmasking Matters in Business with Shan Fitzgerald

  Being yourself in business isn’t just a nice idea—it’s a survival strategy. If you’ve ever felt like you have to tone yourself down, sound more professional, or fit into a box that wasn’t made for you, this episode will change the way you think about branding, business, and showing up as your full self.Shan Fitzgerald is a copywriter, brand personality strategist, and autism advocate who believes in building brands that feel human, bold, and unapologetically real. In this episode, she shares her journey of running Wild Spark for the past eight years, navigating business as an autistic and ADHD entrepreneur, and why she built a business where she never has to mask.If you’ve ever struggled with finding your brand voice, running a business that fits your brain, or setting boundaries that protect your energy, this episode is for you.How Shan’s late autism & ADHD diagnosis reshaped her identity, work, and daily lifeWhy she built Wild Spark as a business where she never had to maskHow autistic and ADHD brains are wired for brand voice masteryWhy most brand voice guides are completely useless (and what actually makes one work)How neurodivergence is a superpower for brand strategy and communicationWhy masking in your business leads to burnoutWhy stepping into your brand voice is a game-changer for confidence and growthThe power of pattern recognition and deep empathy in writing copy that resonatesShan’s best advice for neurodivergent entrepreneurs building businesses on their own termsWe also mentioned these people/things:Wild Spark Awkward AF Email TemplateShan Fitzgerald’s InstagramMartha’s websiteMartha’s HyperFocus Week servicesMartha’s LinkedIn and InstagramLiv’s website Liv’s LinkedIn and InstagramIf you liked the podcast, please drop us a rating and send it to your friends. If you didn’t, it might be time to take a good, long look at yourself.Want to advertise on our show? Get in touch by email—[email protected]

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