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The podcast where we celebrate the journeys of entrepreneurs who have faced unique challenges and overcome them with resilience and creativity. Hosted by Melanie Branch and Christina Hooper, this podcast is for anyone who wants to learn from the best in the neurodivergent space and scale their business beyond limits.
Episode #040 — House of Muse: Creative Liberation with Presley Nakatsu
Melanie talks with Presley Nakatsu about unmasking, energy work, and building a liberated, sustainable business as a neurodivergent creative visionary. ...more
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August 08, 2025•2 min read
Episode 039: Dismantling Shame and Reclaiming Your Power with Maria Orrego
Sex therapist Maria Orrego shares how selfishness is a superpower, why nervous system regulation is foundational to success, and how to communicate your needs in relationships and business. Plus insig... ...more
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May 07, 2025•7 min read
Episode 038: You're Already Perfect — Discovering Your Wholeness Through Eastern Medicine with De'Nicea Hilton Harper
Discover why you're already whole and perfect with Dr. De'Nicea Hilton Harper. Learn how Eastern medicine, rhythms over routines, and filters vs boundaries can transform your health and business. ...more
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April 30, 2025•7 min read
Episode 037: Breaking the Motherhood Burnout Cycle and Becoming a Manifesting Queen with Brianna Lenhardt
Brianna Lenhardt shares how to find yourself after losing your spark in motherhood through nervous system regulation, EFT tapping, and the four pillars of wellness for authentic manifestation. ...more
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April 23, 2025•6 min read
Episode 036: From Military Spouse to Mission-Driven Entrepreneur with Jessica Malachi
Military spouse Jessica Malachi shares her journey from burnout to building a flexible consulting business helping nonprofits thrive. Learn strategies for sustainable entrepreneurship and values-align... ...more
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August 08, 2024•9 min read
Episode 035: Building Authentic Relationships in Real Estate with Christina Rordam
Real estate agent Christina Rordam shares how she builds authentic client relationships, manages chronic illness as an entrepreneur, and creates profitable content on social media while staying true t... ...more
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May 27, 2024•7 min read
Episode 034: Building an Authentic Brand That Attracts Your Ideal Clients with Jess Trachsel
Discover how to build an authentic personal brand that attracts your ideal clients. Jess Trachsel shares brand strategy insights, mindset tips, and why authenticity is crucial for business success. ...more
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May 26, 2024•7 min read
Episode 033: The Hidden Biochemistry Behind Neurodivergence with Kim Rogers
Discover how Kim Rogers connects neurodivergence to biochemical pathways, offering practical solutions for ADHD, autism symptoms, and common comorbidities like POTS and digestive issues. ...more
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May 26, 2024•5 min read
Episode 032: Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse and Reclaiming Your Power with E B Johnson
Join Melanie Branch and E B Johnson for a powerful conversation about escaping narcissistic abuse, healing trauma, and building the neurodivergent-friendly business and life you deserve. Real tools fo... ...more
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February 02, 2024•6 min read
Episode 031: From Big Law Burnout to Building Your Dream Life with Rhia Batchelder
Former big law attorney Rhia Batchelder shares how she escaped burnout and built her dream life as a coach. Learn practical strategies for preventing burnout and setting boundaries. ...more
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February 02, 2024•5 min read
Episode 030: Breaking Through with Plant Medicine Integration with Amanda Rae
Discover how psychedelic integration coaching transforms neurodivergent healing. Amanda Rae shares insights on plant medicine, neuroplasticity, and breaking trauma patterns for lasting change. ...more
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February 02, 2024•6 min read
Episode 029: Embracing Your Neuroqueer Identity in Business with Pasha Marlowe | Trailblazers Rising
Discover how to build authentic business success as a neurodivergent entrepreneur with neuroqueer coach Pasha Marlowe. Learn to embrace your unique strengths, create flexible systems, and stop masking... ...more
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February 02, 2024•8 min read
Episode 028: Rewiring Your Brain for Peak Performance with Virtual Neurofeedback Expert Elle Dalebroux
Discover how virtual neurofeedback can help neurodivergent entrepreneurs train their brains for better focus, reduced anxiety, and peak performance. Elle Dalebroux shares her revolutionary approach to... ...more
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February 02, 2024•7 min read
Episode 027: Stop Taking Life So Seriously - Coach Goose on Low Trip Lifestyle for Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs
Coach Goose shares his Low Trip Lifestyle philosophy for neurodivergent entrepreneurs. Learn to stop being controlled by expectations and start creating authentic outcomes in life and business. ...more
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February 01, 2024•6 min read
Episode 026: From $100 and Pregnant to Multi-Six Figures with Tay Daniels
Discover how Tay Daniels went from $100 and pregnant to multi-six figures working only 2 days a week. Learn why slowing down, healing your nervous system, and accommodating yourself as a neurodivergen... ...more
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February 01, 2024•6 min read
Episode 025: How Neurodivergent Astrologer Colleen Harrison Built Her Business After Restaurant Industry Burnout
Discover how Colleen Harrison transformed from struggling restaurant worker to successful neurodivergent astrologer. Learn business strategies, trauma insights, and astrological wisdom for ADHD and au... ...more
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February 01, 2024•8 min read
Episode 024: Blending Fitness with Magic and Mindset with Emily Flood
Discover how Emily Flood, "The Fitness Witch," combines fitness coaching with witchcraft and magical practices to help neurodivergent entrepreneurs build authentic businesses. Learn about shamanic jou... ...more
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February 01, 2024•7 min read
Episode 023: From Pharmacy Counter to Functional Medicine Pioneer with Kelly Rompel
Pharmacist turned functional medicine consultant Kelly Rompel shares how genetic testing and detox support can address ADHD and anxiety root causes instead of just managing symptoms. ...more
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February 01, 2024•5 min read
Episode 022: From Dating Coach to Business Maverick with Katie McManus
Katie McManus shares how to build sustainable businesses with ADHD, overcome money mindset blocks, and leverage neurodivergent strengths for entrepreneurial success. ...more
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January 31, 2024•8 min read
Episode 021: From Crystal Healing to Author Success - Building Your Creative Empire with Jessica Florence
Discover how author Jessica Florence built a thriving creative business by combining ADHD entrepreneurship, fantasy romance writing, and crystal healing. Learn strategies for balancing creativity with... ...more
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January 31, 2024•7 min read
Episode 020: Quantum Coaching and Neurodivergent Entrepreneurship with Kirsten "Kirby" Meikle
Discover how quantum coach Kirsten "Kirby" Meikle leverages neurodivergent traits for business success. Learn time management strategies, self-care tips, and the power of accommodations for neurodiver... ...more
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January 31, 2024•6 min read
Episode 019: Breaking Free from Band-Aid Solutions with Sarah Bigman
Licensed therapist and functional medicine practitioner Sarah Bigman shares how to address root causes of health issues instead of just managing symptoms, plus nervous system regulation tools for neur... ...more
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January 31, 2024•7 min read
Episode 018: Redefining Self-Care for Highly Sensitive Entrepreneurs with Allison Borstad | Trailblazers Rising
Discover why traditional self-care advice doesn't work for neurodivergent entrepreneurs. Learn strategic self-care practices, nervous system regulation, and quantum shifting techniques from self-care ... ...more
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January 29, 2024•7 min read
Episode 017: Finding Your Business Rhythm Through Sound Healing with Lisa Parente & Eva Kapatos
Discover how Lisa Parente and Eva Kapatos blend sound healing with entrepreneurship through Rhythmic Metamorphosis. Learn their unique approach to business partnership, trauma healing, and authentic r... ...more
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January 29, 2024•8 min read
Episode 016: From Perfectionism to Profit - How ADHD Becomes Your Business Superpower with Tayler Silfverduk
ADHD business coach Tayler Silfverduk reveals how neurodivergent entrepreneurs can overcome perfectionism paralysis and build businesses that work with their ADHD brains, not against them. ...more
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January 29, 2024•8 min read
Episode 015: Tax Deed Real Estate Investing & Entrepreneur Self-Care with Antoinette Apolon
Learn unconventional real estate investing through tax deeds, entrepreneur self-care strategies, and mindset shifts from music industry to million-dollar business owner Antoinette Apolon. ...more
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January 29, 2024•6 min read
Episode 014: From Self-Doubt to Self-Love - Transforming Your Inner Critic with Dr. Joy Bracey
Dr. Joy Bracey shares powerful strategies for building self-love, quieting your inner critic, and unmasking authentically as a neurodivergent entrepreneur. Learn practical self-care tips that go beyon... ...more
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January 29, 2024•6 min read
Episode 013: The Biochemical Truth Behind Neurodivergent Health with Kim Rogers
Discover the biochemical connections behind ADHD, autism, POTS, and digestive issues with Kim Rogers, the "Worm Queen." Learn practical solutions for neurodivergent health challenges through symptom r... ...more
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January 22, 2024•7 min read
Episode 012: From Hair Stylist to Entrepreneurial Success Story with Katelynn Taylor
Discover how hair stylist Katelynn Taylor built Good Ass Hair Day from 500 bottles to 15,000 in 11 months. Learn her mindset shifts, TikTok Shop strategy, and morning routine secrets. ...more
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January 22, 2024•5 min read
Episode 011: From Anxiety to Empire - How One Woman Turned Her Mental Health Struggle Into a Thriving Business with Sanaz Bahrami
Discover how Sanaz Bahrami transformed her severe anxiety into a thriving herbal business empire. Learn about natural alternatives to anxiety medication, mindset strategies for neurodivergent entrepre... ...more
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January 22, 2024•8 min read
Episode 010: From Photography to Mindset Mastery - Building Your Business on Your Own Terms with Chelsea Abril
Discover how Chelsea Abril transitioned from a six-figure photography business to transformational mindset coaching while honoring her ADHD brain and building a business that actually supports her lif... ...more
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January 22, 2024•7 min read
Episode 009: Breaking the Mold - From Fitness Studio to Video Magic with Jaya Rose
Discover how Jaya Rose built a thriving business by embracing her autism and neurodivergent traits. Learn about video marketing, authentic entrepreneurship, and building sustainable success without bu... ...more
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January 21, 2024•6 min read
Episode 008: Holistic Marketing Strategies for Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs with Abigail Schippers
Discover how Abigail Schippers transformed from an underpaid yoga teacher to a successful marketing consultant, sharing holistic strategies, burnout prevention tips, and networking advice for neurodiv... ...more
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January 21, 2024•12 min read
Episode 007: Getting Out of Your Own Way with Dr. Alicia MacDougall
Discover how to build a thriving business with ADHD from naturopathic doctor Alicia MacDougall. Learn about neurodivergent-friendly supplements, systems over routines, and breaking free from trauma dr... ...more
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September 26, 2023•8 min read
Episode 006: From Corporate Burnout to Content Creation Queen with Chloe Barnes
Copywriter and content strategist Chloe Barnes shares her journey from corporate consulting to entrepreneurial success, plus practical tips for creating engaging content, managing imposter syndrome, a... ...more
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September 15, 2023•8 min read
Feminist Business Coaching Tips with Melanie Childers | Episode 005
Discover how to build an authentic feminist business without toxic hustle culture. ADHD entrepreneur Melanie Childers shares mindset tips & strategies. ...more
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September 06, 2023•7 min read
Episode 004: Understanding the Six Unique Capacities of Neurodivergent Children with Occupational Therapist Haley Wens
Discover the six unique capacities of neurodivergent children and learn how activity analysis can transform support strategies. Occupational therapist Haley Wens shares insights on accommodation over ... ...more
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August 02, 2023•11 min read
Episode 003: ADHD Entrepreneurship Success with Kristina Proctor - Energy Management & Community Support
Discover the surprising joys of ADHD entrepreneurship with coach Kristina Proctor. Learn energy management strategies, simple accommodations, and why community matters for neurodivergent business succ... ...more
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June 24, 2023•6 min read
Episode 002: Breaking Free from Alcohol and ADHD Self-Medication with Jennifer Salzman
Life coach Jennifer Salzman shares her journey from corporate drinking to helping neuro-spicy entrepreneurs find healthier coping strategies than alcohol for managing ADHD. ...more
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May 18, 2023•7 min read
Episode 001: Breaking Social Media Rules for Authentic Business Growth with Jessica Bruno - Trailblazers Rising
Discover how Jessica Bruno built a thriving marketing business by breaking social media rules, managing chronic illness, and embracing authentic entrepreneurship without the hustle culture. ...more
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May 06, 2023•7 min read
Meet Melanie!
I'm a professional coach with years of experience helping individuals and entrepreneurs navigate the unique challenges that come with being neurodivergent.
I understand how overwhelming it can be to try to figure out which path to take, and that's why I offer this clarity email as a starting point to help you identify your goals and decide which service is the best fit for you.
I'm passionate about helping my clients create positive change in their lives, and I'm excited to work with you to achieve your own transformation.
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