In this episode, Samantha Foote, the CEO of Boise Music Therapy Company, shares her journey as an entrepreneur and the challenges and advantages of being neurodivergent, an entrepreneur with ADHD. She discusses her ADHD diagnosis and how it has shaped her approach to running her business. Samantha also provides strategies for neurodivergent business owners to reduce overwhelm and increase focus. She emphasizes the importance of outsourcing tasks and seeking help when needed. Additionally, she highlights the impact of neurodiversity on her company’s services and operations. In this episode, Samantha Foote, a music therapist and neurodivergent entrepreneur, shares her journey and insights into the field of music therapy. She explains how music therapy is used to achieve non-musical goals and provides examples of techniques such as composition, recreation of songs, and improvisation. Samantha also discusses a case study of Gabby Giffords, a congresswoman who used music therapy to heal from a traumatic brain injury. She offers advice for neurodivergent individuals navigating networking events and emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and getting help in running a business. Samantha encourages neurodivergent individuals to pursue entrepreneurship, highlighting the flexibility and variety it offers.
The Accidental CEO Podcast is more than just a podcast; it’s a community of creative minds eager to transform their accidental titles into intentional successes. So, if you’re passionate about what you do but unsure how to fall in love with the business side of things, let Nata guide you. Subscribe to the Accidental CEO Podcast and join a vibrant community of creative entrepreneurs ready to make their mark on the business world. Together, let’s turn your passion project into your success story.
SUBSCRIBE ON YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST PLAYER
Apple Podcast Player | Spotify
Takeaways
Mentioned in this Episode
Accidentalceo.co
Coaching with Nata
Connect with Samantha Foote
Instagram
The Website
More episodes