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Signs That It’s Time to Create Your Own Job Instead of Looking for One

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You’ve sent out dozens (maybe hundreds) of job applications, tweaked your resume endlessly, and still—nothing. Or worse, you get offers, but they come with soul-sucking hours, low pay, and zero flexibility. If this cycle sounds familiar, it might be time to stop looking for a job and start creating one.


Person sitting at a desk with a laptop open, looking at multiple job rejection emails, as a lightbulb representing a new idea glows above their head.
Dear Business Banquet,... I keep getting rejected for jobs I apply to....

For neurodivergent entrepreneurs, especially those with ADHD, the traditional 9-to-5 often isn’t built for our brains. The good news? You don’t have to fit yourself into a broken system. Here are the key signs that entrepreneurship might be your best path forward.


1. You Keep Getting Rejected—or Settling for Less

If you’re constantly hearing “we’ve decided to go in another direction” or landing jobs that underpay and undervalue you, the market isn’t recognizing your worth. Instead of trying to prove yourself to a system that doesn’t see your full potential, you can create opportunities that align with your skills and passions.

Alternative: Start a freelance service, build a consulting business, or monetize a skill you already have.


2. You Struggle With Office Culture and Workplace Norms

Do meetings drain your energy? Does small talk feel pointless? Do rigid work hours make you less productive? Many neurodivergent individuals thrive in environments where they control their workflow, rather than being micromanaged or expected to conform to traditional office expectations.

Alternative: As your own boss, you set the rules—work when and how you’re most effective.


3. You Feel Unfulfilled (or Even Trapped) in Your Job

If the idea of doing the same tasks for years makes you anxious, or you constantly daydream about doing something different, it’s a major sign. Your brain craves stimulation and meaningful work, and a self-directed career allows you to pivot and evolve as needed.

Alternative: Build a business around a passion or skill set that excites you.


4. You Have More Ideas Than You Can Fit Into a Job Description

ADHD brains are idea machines. But in a traditional job, you’re often expected to “stay in your lane.” If you’re constantly thinking of new ways to improve, innovate, or create but aren’t given the space to act on them, entrepreneurship lets you bring those ideas to life.

Alternative: Start a business where you can experiment, iterate, and grow without limits.


5. You Want More Financial Control and Growth Potential


Freelancer working from home, smiling while using a laptop, with a cozy and inspiring workspace filled with creative tools.
Dear Business Banquet, Thank you for helping me take control of my finances and my time

Jobs come with salary caps, limited promotions, and unpredictable layoffs. When you work for yourself, there’s no ceiling on what you can earn. You can raise your rates, expand your offers, and scale in ways that a job won’t allow.

Alternative: Monetize your expertise, offer premium services, or create scalable digital products.


6. You Need More Flexibility for Your Energy Levels and Focus

One-size-fits-all work schedules don’t work for everyone. If you have peak focus at night or need to take breaks throughout the day, traditional jobs can feel restrictive and exhausting.

Alternative: Create a work structure that supports your natural energy rhythms.


7. You’re Ready to Bet on Yourself

The biggest sign? You feel deep down that you’re meant for something bigger. Even if you don’t know exactly what that looks like yet, the desire to take control of your time, income, and impact is a powerful indicator that it’s time to start your own business.

Next Step: Don’t overthink it—start small. DBB’s free course, Make Your Own Job, gives you the exact steps to launch today.



FAQ - Signs That It’s Time to Create Your Own Job Instead of Looking for One -

1. What if I don’t know what kind of business to start?

Start with what you already know and enjoy. Look at your skills, passions, and what people already ask you for help with.

2. How do I replace my income with a business?

3. Isn’t entrepreneurship risky?

4. How can I get started today?


Take Action Now

If you’ve been nodding along to these signs, it’s time to stop waiting for a job to save you. Join DBB’s free course, Make Your Own Job, and take control of your career today!



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