The Australian government's first National Autism Strategy includes a commitment to improving self-employment opportunities for autistic individuals, who face an unemployment rate of 18.2%—more than double that of people with disabilities. Entrepreneurs like Carmel Riley, who founded the Consulting Reimagined Social Enterprise (CRSE) Group, exemplify how self-employment can provide a supportive environment tailored to individual needs. Riley, who had never fit into traditional workplaces, found success in creating a consultancy that assists social enterprises and not-for-profits. The strategy recognizes that many autistic individuals start their own businesses due to systemic barriers in traditional employment settings. Organizations like Amaze highlight the discrimination and challenges faced by autistic people in the workplace, including inflexible arrangements and overstimulation. Self-employment allows individuals to work in areas of special interest, leading to greater job satisfaction and innovation. The government is also exploring autism-specific employment training to further support autistic entrepreneurs. By fostering environments of psychological safety and understanding, businesses can unlock the potential of neurodivergent individuals, ultimately benefiting society as a whole.