25: How Airtable Saved My Business as a Neurodivergent Business Owner (& 3 Ways It Can Help You)

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In this episode, I'm excited to share how Airtable saved my business as a neurodivergent business owner and how it can help you, whether you identify as neurodivergent or not. As an Airtable expert, I'm passionate about this tool because it truly saved my life and my business. Let's dive into how Airtable can transform your business too.

Key Points:

My Neurodivergent Journey:

• I have ADHD and depression. Diagnosed with depression at 16 and ADHD in mid-2020, a few months after starting my business.
• Understanding my ADHD made me realize that systems and automations were essential for my success, even as a solo entrepreneur.

Challenges of Neurodivergent Business Ownership:

• Forgetting to send follow-up emails after sales calls, leading to lost leads and guilt.
• Struggling with consistency in managing money and recurring tasks like "Money Mondays."
• Fear of growing my business due to concerns about maintaining high standards of client experience.

Airtable as a Lifesaver:

• Airtable helped me create centralized and automated systems tailored to my neurodivergent brain.
• Created a call hub in Airtable for automatic call population, call notes, and follow-up emails, without needing to use Gmail.
• Automated sales tracking and created a group program hub for student and client data, onboarding, offboarding, and engagement.

Benefits of Airtable Systems:

• These systems allowed me to scale my business without sacrificing client experience or burning out.
• Airtable systems ensured no tasks slipped through the cracks, even as my business and client roster grew.

Practical Steps to Get Started with Airtable:

• Create an Airtable Account: Start by exploring Airtable and setting up your account.
• Create a Business Hub: Make a base called "Business Hub" and start with a "Quick Links" table for all important links (Canva, Acuity, Google Drive, etc.).
• Manage Clients: Set up a separate base for clients with fields for first name, last name, email, start date, and end date.
• Move Spreadsheets to Airtable: Transfer your existing spreadsheets or Google Forms to Airtable to centralize and streamline your processes.

1. Homework and Invitation:

• Create a Quick Links table, a Client table, and move one spreadsheet to Airtable.
• DM me at @systemsoverstress with your Airtable setup, and let's celebrate your progress together.
• If you're at a breaking point with your systems and think Airtable might be the right fit, let's work together. Book a sales call to discuss your current systems, stress points, and how Airtable can help automate and streamline your business. Learn more about working with me here: https://systemsoverstress.co/work-with-us

Conclusion:

I hope this episode was helpful, especially if you identify as someone with ADHD, depression, or any other neurodivergence. Airtable is a powerful tool for creating structure and flexibility in your business. Can't wait to see how you implement it and transform your business. See you in the next episode!