André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Dr. Norrine Russell to break down how the ADHD and autistic brains work together for Entrepreneurs—and where they clash. If you’ve ever felt like you’re hitting go, go, go one moment and full stop the next, you’re not alone. Together, they explore the unique strengths of ADHD’s creativity and energy, paired with autism’s steadiness and need for routine. Learn how to recognize which part of your brain is driving you, tap into both sets of traits, and use this insight to fuel your business—and your personal growth—as an ADHD Entrepreneur.

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Dr. Norrine Russell is the founder of Russell Coaching for Students, a practice dedicated to supporting youth with complex profiles such as ADHD, autism, and anxiety. With a PhD focused on psychology and education, Dr. Russell brings more than 20 years of experience in youth and parent development. She is the author of "Asking the Way: Questions Before, During and After Your Child’s ADHD Diagnosis," and is recognized for her expertise in coaching students who are twice exceptional. Dr. Russell’s work is rooted in helping families and individuals better understand and leverage their neurodivergent strengths for success.

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, recaps his eye-opening conversation with Dr. Norrine Russell about the autistic brain and team environments in today’s short episode. He breaks down the current criteria for ASD, why many struggle with rigid routines and social interactions, and how autistic brains can excel as leaders. André shares practical tips from Dr. Russell for improving team dynamics, like giving time to think before meetings, clarifying roles, and balancing social chat with productivity. Whether you’re an ADHD Entrepreneur or a leader wanting to build a stronger team, you’ll want these actionable takeaways to help everyone thrive.

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00:00 Understanding ASD and Team Dynamics
02:15 The Strengths of the Autistic Brain in Leadership
04:59 Improving Team Dynamics with Autistic Brains

André, The Impulsive Thinker™, is joined by Dr. Norrine Russell, founder of Russell Coaching for Students, for a no-nonsense talk on why autistic and neurodiverse brains often struggle in today’s team environments—and how that’s about the team, not the individual. Together, they break down what autism really means in a work setting, how roles, communication, and some good old thinking time can help ADHD Entrepreneurs (and everyone else) thrive. If you’ve ever felt out of sync working in groups, this episode is for you. Tune in for strategies to build a team environment where all types of brains can succeed.

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Guest:

Dr. Norrine Russell is the founder of Russell Coaching for Students, an organization dedicated to supporting complex students, including those who are twice exceptional (2e), have ADHD, autism, or experience anxiety. She is the author of "Asking the Right Questions Before, During and After Your Child’s ADHD Diagnosis," and holds a PhD with a focus on psychology and education. With over 20 years of experience in youth and parent development, Dr. Russell brings a wealth of expertise in helping neurodiverse teens and their families navigate learning and life challenges.

https://russellcoaching.com/

00:00 Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder
08:41 Navigating Team Environments with Autism
18:05 Metacognition and Communication Strategies