Embracing Neurodiversity in Business and Podcasting with Melissa Howard and Tom Stanhope - Ep. 26.

Go behind the scenes of The Visible(ish) Podcast as host Melissa Howard is joined by the show's very own producer, Tom Stanhope, for a candid and insightful conversation. From podcasting realities to neurodivergence and AI, this episode covers real talk about visibility in business and life.

- The truth about being “visible(ish)” as a business owner and why it matters
- Tom Stanhope’s personal journey with ADHD, self-discovery, and building a life that works
- Strategies for supporting neurodivergent entrepreneurs in content creation and podcasting
- The evolving role of AI in workflow, plus
- Tom Stanhope’s “Megamind” project management approach
- Why podcasting remains a powerful tool for long-term visibility, connection, and business growth

Tune in for honest reflections, practical strategies and the realities of building visibility your way.

Chapters
00:00 "Visibility for Solo Entrepreneurs"

05:51 "Supporting Podcast Creation Seamlessly"

07:31 "Neurodivergence and Connection"

12:06 "ADHD Medication and Personal Growth"

14:09 "Embracing Authenticity and Self-Acceptance"

18:25 Struggling with Executive Dysfunction

20:56 No One-Size-Fits-All Solutions

24:07 "Clarity, Priorities, and Balance"

28:47 Rethinking Business and Balance

32:07 Content Frameworks and Strategy System

36:18 "Living Beyond Mundane AI Tasks"

38:27 "Launching Patreon for Creative Skills"

42:07 "Embracing Meaning and New Perspectives"

44:07 Podcasts: Enduring Personal Content

49:13 "Podcast Launch + Malta Retreat"

52:05 "Connect via Podforge & Facebook"

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Ways to work with Melissa: https://itsmelissahoward.myflodesk.com/

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Visibility Q&A: Overcoming Judgement, Engagement Slumps and Burnout Ep. 25.

Ready to get real about showing up online? In this episode of The Visible(ish) Podcast, Melissa Howard tackles five more of the toughest questions about visibility and content creation from her community.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Why giving up on posting after two weeks of no engagement is NOT the answer
• How to balance content creation with running your actual business
• Dealing with fear of judgment and what to do about judgy people online
• Tips for ADHD brains who start content projects but never finish them
• How to know if your content is actually resonating with your audience

Subscribe for more straight-talking advice on finding your voice and getting visible, your way.

Chapters

00:00 - 00:20: Emphasising the importance of audience feedback
00:21 - 00:40: Strategies to engage: asking questions, using stories
00:41 - 01:00: Encouragement to listen and adapt based on responses
01:01 - 01:20: Recognising the need for repeated effort in gathering feedback
01:21 - 01:40: Transition: wrapping up audience-related strategies
01:41 - 02:00: Highlighting shared challenges with content creation
02:01 - End: Encouragement and relatability, reminding creators they’re not alone

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Ways to work with Melissa: https://itsmelissahoward.myflodesk.com/

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Unlocking Visibility: Honest Q&A on Content Creation and Self-Acceptance - Ep. 24

Struggling with showing up online? In this episode of The Visible(ish)™ Podcast, Melissa Howard answers your top questions about overcoming visibility challenges in business.

• How to deal with the fear of looking stupid on camera (and why it never completely goes away)
• What to do when you have tons of content ideas but can't seem to execute any of them
• Whether you really need to use video to succeed, or if graphics are enough
• How to come up with content ideas when your mind is totally blank
• Strategies to stop comparing yourself to others and stay in your own lane

Listen in for real talk and actionable tips so you can find your voice, show up your way, and grow your business. Grab the cheat sheet linked in the show notes for extra resources and all the questions covered today!

Chapters

00:00 "Visible Ish Q&A: Part 1"

06:50 Overcoming Execution Overwhelm

10:27 "Overcoming Challenges in Content Creation"

13:40 "Unfollow, Refocus, Protect Peace"

14:52 "Visibleish: Find Your Voice"

Connect with Melissa here:

Ways to work with Melissa: https://itsmelissahoward.myflodesk.com/

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