<p>Hey friend! Ever worked in a place that felt more like survival than success? You’re not alone—and today’s guest, Kelsey Neff, is here to flip the script.</p> <p>Kelsey is the founder of By Design Consulting, author of 52 Weeks of Impact, and a former nonprofit professional who left the burnout hamster wheel to help leaders actually lead. After years of navigating toxic workplaces filled with favoritism, gaslighting, and burnout, Kelsey realized something big: she didn’t need to play the game—she could create a better one.</p> <p>🎧 In this episode, we cover:</p> <ul> <li> <p>The red flags of toxic work culture (and what to do about them)</p> </li> <li> <p>How neurodivergent employees are often the first to feel the cracks in poor leadership</p> </li> <li> <p>The power of conscious leadership and trauma-informed teams</p> </li> <li> <p>Why most companies confuse “policy” with “culture”</p> </li> <li> <p>How to quit with integrity and never lose your values</p> </li> </ul> <p>Whether you're an emerging leader, neurodivergent worker, or just ready to reclaim your energy, this conversation is full of validation, insight, and practical steps to build better workplaces.</p> <p>📘 Grab Kelsey’s book 52 Weeks of Impact here → https://amzn.to/3YbT2fl 🌐 Learn more: <a href="https://bydesignconsulting.space/">https://bydesignconsulting.space</a> 📱 Follow Kelsey on IG @bydesignconsulting_bdc 📩 Book a consult or leadership training → <a>[email protected]</a></p> <p>Support the podcast with <a href="http://buymeacoffee.com/adultingwithautism">BuyMeACoffee</a></p> <p>🛒 Use affiliate code ADULTING10 for 10% off her digital resources!</p> <p>✨ Don't forget to hit follow, leave a review, and share this episode with someone navigating their own leadership (or leaving) journey.</p> <p>🗓️ New episodes every Wednesday + Saturday. Until next time... keep adulting—and keep building better. 💼🧠</p>