Recently, someone in one of my co-working sessions said something that made me laugh out loud:

“Steve, you’re like the anti–Tony Robbins.”

It was said with affection, and I took it as a compliment.

But it got me thinking.

What they were really pointing to was the feeling in the room. A space where people could show up as they are — overwhelmed, unfocused, unsure — and not feel like they had to perform peak energy or fake positivity just to participate.

Look, Tony Robbins is a legend. His work has changed millions of lives. But not every brain thrives on that kind of intensity.

Not every brain wants to be yelled at to “unleash the power within,” or walk on hot coals after engaging in a super soaker battle.

ADHD brains often push back on that energy.

We don’t need more pressure.

We need permission.

Permission to show up a little messy.

Permission to work with our brain instead of against it.

Permission to build momentum one small, sustainable step at a time.

That’s what we do in our co-working sessions, in our Accelerator, and in everything I build.

Because if you’re an ADHD entrepreneur, the best thing you can do is not try to change your wiring to fit someone else’s model of success.

Instead, find the space, structure, and support that meets you where you are — and helps you move forward, your way.

P.S. If you’re looking for ADHD-friendly business support that’s more real-talk than firewalk, check out the ADHD Entrepreneur Accelerator. We’ve got a seat for you.