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A neurodiverse journey in social entrepreneurship : embracing the spectrum / Mathew Townsend ; edited by Drew Harris.
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Townsend, Mathew, author.
- Series:
- The Emergent Entrepreneur, Disability Studies (Lived Places Publishing)
- The Emergent Entrepreneur, Disability Studies
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Entrepreneurship--Social aspects.
- Entrepreneurship.
- Leadership.
- Career development.
- Genre:
- Electronic books.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (120 pages) : illustrations.
- Edition:
- First edition.
- Other Title:
- Embracing the spectrum
- Place of Publication:
- New York, N.Y. : Lived Places Publishing, 2025.
- Language Note:
- English
- Summary:
- Through candid storytelling, social entrepreneur and author Mathew Townsend takes readers on a captivating exploration of the entrepreneurial landscape, offering a rare glimpse into the mind of a neurodivergent leader. Delving into the unique challenges, triumphs, and insights gained from navigating the intricate intersection of neurodiversity and entrepreneurship, this book explores topics including building an inclusive enterprise, leadership styles, adaptation, and the importance of embracing authenticity. Emphasizing the value of diverse perspectives, this exploration of lived experience acts as a guide for aspiring entrepreneurs and a call to action for a more inclusive business world. A must-read for those seeking a fresh perspective on entrepreneurship and the untapped potential within diverse minds, this memoir is ideal reading for students of Business and Entrepreneurship, Disability Studies, Sustainability Studies, as well as entrepreneurs, HR professionals, and allies.
- Contents:
- Content warning
- Learning objectives
- About the author/Introduction
- Chapter 1 Unveiling uniqueness
- Chapter 2 Inception of innovation
- Chapter 3 Challenges turned opportunities
- Chapter 4 Leadership on the spectrum
- Chapter 5 Diverse minds, collective brilliance
- Chapter 6 Resilience amidst uncertainty
- Chapter 7 Trailblazing inclusivity
- Chapter 8 Authenticity in action
- Chapter 9 Navigating change
- Chapter 10 The future
- Chapter 11 Closing thoughts
- Recommended projects/assignments/discussion questions
- Notes
- References
- Recommended further reading
- Index.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Description based on Publisher's website, viewed February 14, 2025.
- Other Format:
- Print version: A neurodiverse journey in social entrepreneurship : embracing the spectrum.
- ISBN:
- 9781916985261
- 9781916985254
- OCLC:
- 1492969272
- Publisher Number:
- 10.62859/9781916985261 DOI
- Access Restriction:
- Restricted for use by site license.
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