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Be Unemployable with Maggie Isley

Be Unemployable with Maggie Isley

By Maggie Isley

A podcast about how to live life as an entrepreneur and never EVER work for someone else again. Host Maggie Isley talks to herself (and sometimes guests) about the messy behind the scenes of running a business with ADHD, tips of the trade and what's going on in business and marketing today.
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Be Unemployable with Maggie Isley Aug 31, 2020

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ADHD and Technology: Making Life and Business Easier
Jul 05, 202319:27
Instagram Tips with Becky Chipera: The Perfect vs Imperfect Feed

Instagram Tips with Becky Chipera: The Perfect vs Imperfect Feed

Becky is back this week with tips on how to DIY your social media until you're ready to outsource.


We cover branding, content planning, and more!


Find Becky on Instagram at @chiperacreative

Find Maggie on Instagram at @maggiedisley


Join the ADHD Entrepreneur Collective:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/adhdentrepreneurcollective

Jun 21, 202332:21
Maggie's Experience with Ketamine Therapy as a ND Entrepreneur with MDD

Maggie's Experience with Ketamine Therapy as a ND Entrepreneur with MDD

This week Maggie shares her mental health journey, why she personally chose ketamine therapy, and information for people to research further.


Sources Mentioned

  • https://techcrunch.com/2018/12/30/investors-and-entrepreneurs-need-to-address-the-mental-health-crisis-in-startup-culture/
  • https://mentalhealth.bmj.com/content/19/2/35
  • https://www.cuimc.columbia.edu/news/children-autism-have-extra-synapses-brain


Link for Manta Sleep Mask SOUND

  • https://bit.ly/3NrZ3iO


Affiliate Link Disclosure: Please note that some of the links in this podcast's show notes may be affiliate links. This means that if you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products or services that we have personally used and believe will add value to our listeners. Your support through these affiliate links helps us continue to provide valuable content. Thank you for your support!

Jun 14, 202321:32
Social Media with ADHD (introducing Becky Chipera)
May 11, 202329:19
Newsletters and ADHD with Elenny Frometa

Newsletters and ADHD with Elenny Frometa

Maggie sits down with Elenny Frometa of WitCopy to talk newsletters. Did you know newsletters were still a thing? They are. And they work - even for those of us with ADHD.


Elenny has been known to drive 2M+ in email revenue after implementing her 1:1 services. You're going to want to hear her spill the actionable email tea.


Find Elenny:

https://www.instagram.com/witcopy/

https://witcopy.com/


Join the ADHD Entrepreneur Collective:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/adhdentrepreneurcollective


Grab the ChatGPT Masterclass Replay:

https://929studios.thrivecart.com/chatgpt-for-adhd/

May 03, 202330:13
Embodying Wealth and Neurodivergence with Molli Pruitt
Apr 26, 202325:27
Running an Ethical and Equitable Business

Running an Ethical and Equitable Business

Maggie's thoughts on running an ethical and equitable business from her own business and her work with ADHD entrepreneurs all over the world.


Join the ADHD Entrepreneur Collective: https://www.facebook.com/groups/adhdentrepreneurcollective


Join the ChatGPT Masterclass (or grab the replay): https://929studios.thrivecart.com/chatgpt-for-adhd/

Apr 19, 202312:25
From $100 to $100k Months with Mary Morgan

From $100 to $100k Months with Mary Morgan

Mary has learned a lot building her business from $100 to her name in 2018 to $80k, $100k, $130k cash months over and over again. She started her business by getting on over 165 sales calls before closing a single client. Doing all the old marketing tactics she was taught in the corporate world.


She now sells multi-thousand dollar packages inside of her inbox.


With no back and forth conversations.

With no sales calls.

With no sales page.


Morgan's website: https://marymorgancoaching.com/im-all-in


Morgan's socials:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/marymorgan.biz/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/marymorgan.to

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marymorgancoaching?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4g6I3eHVm5oBNcaaQk3LrI?_authfailed=1


Be Unemployable FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/673782529867775


Maggie's Business Launch Accelerator: https://fthisjob.maggieisley.com/


Apr 12, 202324:20
Chronic Pain with ADHD and Entrepreneurship

Chronic Pain with ADHD and Entrepreneurship

This week Maggie and Jamie chat about Maggie's personal experience with chronic pain, and Jamie shares her occupational therapy knowledge on the science behind the why.


F this Job-Business Launch Accelerator by Maggie:

https://fthisjob.maggieisley.com


Be Unemployable FB Group:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/adhdentrepreneurcollective


Jamie's FB Group for Women with ADHD:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/outsmartadhd




Apr 05, 202336:46
Behind the Mask of Knowing Everything with April Mastroluca

Behind the Mask of Knowing Everything with April Mastroluca

Do you feel like you need to be the knower of all things? If someone asks you a question that you don't know, do you simply tell them, or find the answer? Let's talk about how trauma creates the mask of needing to know everything, all of the time. April shares her story of how childhood trauma required that she be the solution finder at a very young age, which has stayed with her through adulthood. She shares the good and bad of this mask, and how it ultimately became part of her authentic personality.


Meet April Mastroluca, who has found herself in MANY positions including accounting, media and television, and the state legislature to name a few. She is currently a nonprofit consultant and coach for those who find theirselves at a crossroad in life.


To check out April's nonprofit consultancy and coaching, go to synergynpc.com


Sign up for Maggie's business launch accelerator at fthisjob.co


Be Unemployable FB group https://www.facebook.com/groups/673782529867775


Outsmart ADHD FB group https://www.facebook.com/groups/outsmartadhd

Mar 29, 202301:02:08
Overcoming Self-Sabotage as a Neurodivergent Entrepreneur

Overcoming Self-Sabotage as a Neurodivergent Entrepreneur

What is self-sabotage exactly? How do we get to the root of it? What's the difference between self-sabotage and taking a much-needed break to avoid burnout? Why are we more prone to self-sabotage as a neurodivergent entrepreneur? It's all in this episode!


F this Job-Business Launch Accelerator by Maggie:

https://fthisjob.maggieisley.com


Be Unemployable FB Group:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/adhdentrepreneurcollective


Jamie's FB Group for Women with ADHD:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/outsmartadhd




Mar 22, 202330:36
Burnout Recovery with ADHD and Autism

Burnout Recovery with ADHD and Autism

Are you feeling burnt out? What are the signs? What does that mean for your business? It's all here!

Join the Be Unemployable FB group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/adhdentrepreneurcollective

Join Jamie's Outsmart ADHD FB group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/outsmartadhd

Mar 15, 202349:30
Reframing Failure with ADHD and Autism

Reframing Failure with ADHD and Autism

How do you know when you've failed in your business? What is executive dysfunction versus business failure? It's all in this episode!

Be Unemployable FB group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/673782529867775

Outsmart ADHD FB group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1094275877830692

Mar 08, 202328:53
Imposter Syndrome with ADHD and Autism

Imposter Syndrome with ADHD and Autism

What is imposter syndrome? How do you know if you have it? And WHAT the heck do you do about it?! It's all here!

Maggie's website:
maggieisley.com

Jamie's website:
outsmartadhd.co

Mar 01, 202329:16
How To Organize Your Business with ADHD

How To Organize Your Business with ADHD

You won't want to miss this episode! Take a look behind the scenes of how Maggie organizes multiple businesses. It's a must-listen for those who struggle with keeping up with emails and task management. Enjoy!

Be Unemployable Facebook Group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/673782529867775

Outsmart ADHD Facebook Group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1094275877830692



Jan 11, 202353:15
From Homeless To Nearly 7 Figures - Maggie's Story

From Homeless To Nearly 7 Figures - Maggie's Story

Maggie came from humble beginnings. Here's a sneak peak on all that Maggie has overcome, from losing her condo to nearing 7 figures as a multi-business owner. 

Jan 04, 202301:02:01
ADHD: Why We Thrive As Business Owners

ADHD: Why We Thrive As Business Owners

When it comes to business, having ADHD can absolutely be an advantage! You'll be so proud to have ADHD after this episode!

To join FREE Body Doubling and the "F*ck Perfectionism" Challenge with Jamie:
https://familiar-fog-325.myflodesk.com

Join the Outsmart ADHD FB group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/outsmartadhd

Join the Be Unemployable FB group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/adhdentrepreneurcollective


Oct 26, 202245:16
Sales With ADHD 2.0
Oct 05, 202201:10:13
Sensory Processing with ADHD and Autism

Sensory Processing with ADHD and Autism

Solo episode with Jamie! What is sensory processing? What does it mean to be sensory avoidant or sensory seeking? How can we create an environment optimal for our unique brain? It's all explained here!

Be Unemployable FB group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/adhdentrepreneurcollective

Outsmart ADHD FB group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/outsmartadhd


Sep 28, 202223:59
The Myth of Niching Down

The Myth of Niching Down

Niching down is for neurotypicals! Maggie and Jamie will go over why niching down is actually hurting your neurodivergent business.

To join the Be Unemployable FB group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/adhdentrepreneurcollective

To join Jamie's Outsmart ADHD FB group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/outsmartadhd

Sep 21, 202246:10
ADHD & Your Zone of Genius
Sep 14, 202219:27
Masking with ADHD and Autism

Masking with ADHD and Autism

Are you trying to be more palatable to neurotypical people? What does masking look like, why do we do it, and how do we stop? It's all in this episode!

FB groups:

Outsmart ADHD:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/outsmartadhd

Be Unemployable:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/adhdentrepreneurcollective



Sep 08, 202229:18
ADHD and Analysis Paralysis

ADHD and Analysis Paralysis

What is the hidden reason behind your analysis paralysis? Sometimes, we trick our brains into thinking we are doing the right think by learning more and analyzing, when it's really just us getting in our own way/keeping us safe.

To contact maggie:
Maggieisley.com

Jamie's FB group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/outsmartadhd

Aug 31, 202248:54
Executive Function and ADHD

Executive Function and ADHD

What is executive function? Why is it so hard for people with ADHD? What can be do to help you actually get shit done?

Contact maggie:
maggieisley.com

Jamie's FB group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/outsmartadhd

Aug 24, 202229:59
Overcoming RSD with lead generation

Overcoming RSD with lead generation

You're probably thinking, "I have an amazing service, I just need the clients! But, it's hard to put myself out there because RSD!" Maggie and Jamie spill their secrets on lead generation in an RSD-free way.

To contact Maggie:

maggieisley.com
chatwithmaggie.com

Jamie's FB group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/outsmartadhd

Book recommendation:
One page marketing plan by: Allan Dib

Aug 17, 202201:03:31
ADHD and The Fear of Being Seen

ADHD and The Fear of Being Seen

Maggie solo episode this week! Full coaching episode on ADHD and the fear of being seen. She digs deep on shame, masking, and the fear of showing up. 

Aug 10, 202228:14
Running a business with huge life transtions
Aug 03, 202201:02:31
How RSD (rejection sensitivity dysphoria) affects business
Jul 20, 202245:45
How to do business when the world is falling apart

How to do business when the world is falling apart

How do we keep on keeping on when the world has flipped upside down? (Roe v. Wade being overturned) How do we regain our mental health, and continue to impact the world?

Jun 29, 202215:47
How to juggle school and business with ADHD
Jun 15, 202235:01
When/how to raise your prices!
Jun 08, 202239:27
Do I REALLY need to act “Professional”??
Jun 01, 202227:28
WTF should my business be?!

WTF should my business be?!

Jamie dives into how to find the perfect business for YOU!! What does a "Zone of Genius" mean? How to create a business plan that works for YOUR life, and how being "selfish" actually serves your clients better than catering to their needs is ALL in this episode!

To contact Maggie:
Chatwithmaggie.com

Free discord for womxn with ADHD:
https://discord.gg/xr7NgZHEQE

May 25, 202225:45
Money Mindset & Blocks
May 18, 202235:09
Social Anxiety and Sales Calls

Social Anxiety and Sales Calls

Did you know that you can have social anxiety AND do sales calls?! We expand on last week’s episode about how to do a sales call. Spoiler alert: the goal of the sales call is NOT to close the sale! And when should you contact a therapist for social anxiety?


To contact Maggie:
Chatwithmaggie.com

Free discord for womxn with ADHD:
https://discord.gg/xr7NgZHEQE

P.S. The TV talk stops around minute 10. You're welcome.

May 11, 202236:53
Sales with ADHD and Autism

Sales with ADHD and Autism

Maggie & Jamie discuss the "Hey girl!!" DM strategy, how to sell face to face when you can't read facial cues, and why how selling is like Tinder. 

May 04, 202238:02
Why It's Easier to Build A Business (Than Be An Employee)

Why It's Easier to Build A Business (Than Be An Employee)

There were audio feedback issues on Maggie's end this week. If this bothers you or your audio processing issues, let us know on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/beunemployable.co/ and we'll gladly send you the transcript. 

Transcripts will be available with future episodes soon!

This week Maggie & Jamie discuss why it's easier for ADHD entrepreneurs to start a business (even without money!) than it is to be an employee. Don't believe us? Listen and weigh in!

Apr 27, 202231:23
Season 2 Premiere!

Season 2 Premiere!

SEASON 2 IS HERE!

We have a new name and a new co-host! Meet Jamie Cutino of Outsmart ADHD and get reacquainted with Maggie Isley of 929 Studios. We're talking business, ADHD, and ice cream!

Have questions? Ask them at https://anchor.fm/be-unemployable 

Apr 20, 202233:08
Designer Chats with Eva Couto

Designer Chats with Eva Couto

Eva is an AMAZINGLY GIFTED designer and letterer. I got to sit down with her with discuss how she started her own (booked out!) business at 22!

Oct 09, 202038:06
Social Selling with Lauren Dietrich

Social Selling with Lauren Dietrich

Maggie sits down with Lauren Dietrich to discuss her (crazy!) path to social selling. 


Connect with Lauren at https://www.facebook.com/lauren.nicole.3382

Oct 02, 202037:54
Do enneagrams & archetypes overlap? with Lindsey Hale

Do enneagrams & archetypes overlap? with Lindsey Hale

This week Maggie sits down with Lindsey Hale, enneagram coach and business baddie, to discuss the possible overlap of archetypes and enneagrams.

Find Lindsey at: http://www.lindseyhale.org 

Join Lindsey's free workshop at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/enneagirls

Sep 25, 202037:01
Mindset & Limiting Beliefs

Mindset & Limiting Beliefs

Maggie's talking to herself about The Vow on HBO, above & below the line thinking, limiting beliefs, and affirmations. 

Join the Extraordinary Entrepreneur Collective for more irreverent ramblings at http://maggieisley.com/eec

Sep 09, 202017:10
Mindset & Leadership with Emilio Osoria

Mindset & Leadership with Emilio Osoria

This chat originally happened inside the Extraordinary Entrepreneur Collective. If you'd like to hear more like this, join for free at maggieisley.com/eec

You can find the amazing Emilio Osoria at curiosityled.com

Sep 04, 202039:59
The Five Whys

The Five Whys

I'm talking about my big takeaway from 30 Rock. JUST KIDDING. But I AM talking about something I learned from Six Sigma - the Five Whys.

Join us inside the Extraordinary Entrepreneur Collective at maggieisley.com/eec

Sep 04, 202013:59
Product Based Business Chat with Estee Kalina

Product Based Business Chat with Estee Kalina

Maggie chats with Estee Kalina about starting her enamel pin business, OnlyHalfDead.Art. 

Find Estee at esteekalina.com or onlyhalfdead.art

Join the free collective at maggieisley.com/eec

Sep 04, 202022:12
Extraordinary Entrepreneur Radio: Trailer

Extraordinary Entrepreneur Radio: Trailer

Coming soon from Maggie Isley of 929 Studios & Couple Goals with S&M - another podcast about business! Because 2020 hasn't been crazy enough. 

We'll be talking about entrepreneurship, how not Instagram-perfect it really is, and how to cope with it all. (Oh, and interviews sometimes, too.) 

Aug 31, 202000:56