Managing Boredom, the ADHD Entrepreneur's Nemesis
This episode cracks the code on ADHD boredom, exploring the connection to dopamine and underarousal. Learn actionable strategies to overcome these obstacles and thrive in business, even with a busy brain.
Mastering the Four Key ADHD Drivers to Propel Your Business Success
Being a entrepreneur with ADHD is undoubtedly challenging, especially when we have to push ourselves to do tasks that may not seem appealing at the moment. To overcome this, we need to understand the four primary drivers that stimulate our ADHD brain: interest, challenge, novelty, and urgency. Let's unpack each of these drivers, discuss examples, and explore how to implement them strategically in your business.
Reducing Your Burnout Risk as an Entrepreneur with ADHD
Struggling to stay afloat as an entrepreneur with ADHD? This episode's for you! Join me and Dave Greenwood, author and ADHD expert, about conquering burnout and finding clarity. Learn how to leverage your strengths and avoid overwhelm.
Is ADHD an Entrepreneurship Advantage?
Today, I'd like to delve into a fascinating and controversial question: Do all entrepreneurs have ADHD? This question is particularly relevant for female entrepreneurs, who face a unique set of challenges and opportunities. With increased awareness about ADHD thanks to the Internet and social media, there has also been a surge of misinformation that can lead to confusion or even harm. My aim is to provide clarity and meaningful insights based on my own experiences as a licensed psychotherapist, business coach, and yes, a female entrepreneur with ADHD.
ADHD Challenges? Learn How to Turn Your Struggles Into Strengths
Shift the ADHD narrative from deficits to strengths as we explore seven common symptoms and their unique advantages in entrepreneurship and relationships.
Beyond the Stereotype: Redefining Entrepreneurship for Women with ADHD
I recently had the pleasure of having an in-depth conversation on an area that holds tremendous personal and professional interest to me—ADHD traits and their correlation to success in female entrepreneurship with Dr. Johan Wiklund, professor of entrepreneurship at Syracuse University. Dr Wiklund focus of research and publication as well as teaching is the intersection of entrepreneurship and mental health, with a special emphasis on ADHD, a diagnosis that Dr Wiklund and I share.
Boost Your Productivity: Mastering Focus and Action with ADHD Brain Strategies
Unleashing productivity for ADHD entrepreneurs! This episode explores the 4 drivers that fuel focus and action: interest, challenge, novelty, and urgency. Learn how to leverage these for sustained momentum in your business.
Embrace Your Weird: How Being Yourself in Business Wins Clients
I'm always on the lookout for other entrepreneurs and personal brands that stand out in a crowded market. These connections usually result in insightful discussions that not only inspire but also provide practical advice those of us who are still finding our own unique path. I sat down with two of my favorite creative business owners, Annie P Ruggles and Deanna Seymour to see what they had to say about aligning their brand with their quirky, original selves.
Do You Need ADHD to Be a Successful Entrepreneur?
Myths about ADHD & entrepreneurs? This episode explores its impact on different ADHD subtypes, questions the meaning of the diagnosis, and offers insights from a psychotherapist & business coach.
The Secret Weapon of Success: Why Every Entrepreneur Needs a Thought Partner
For many female entrepreneurs, success is not measured as much in revenue or profit, but in aligning their business with deeply-held values, energy, and personal lifestyle. During a period of business soul-searching, my client, Jen Liddy reached out to work with me. We have known each other for several years and she knew what she needed most was not traditional business coaching, but rather a true thought partner.
Research-Backed Strategies for ADHD in Entrepreneurship
Is ADHD a barrier or a superpower for entrepreneurs? Join us as we explore the latest research with Professor Wiklund, a leading expert on ADHD and entrepreneurship.
Embracing the Power of Neurodiversity in Business
As female entrepreneurs, we often find ourselves on a quest to balance self-care with the demands of our businesses. During the current Self-Care Series, we have been focusing on topics that are fundamental for both our mental health and the health of our businesses.
Build a Business That Works for You (and Your Brain)
Reveal your authentic self and harness your quirks for business success with Annie P Ruggles and Deanna Seymour. Learn why originality is your ultimate entrepreneurial asset on our latest episode.
Taming the Busy Brain: How Meditation and Mindfulness Affect ADHD
Meditation and mindfulness are often overlooked by adults with ADHD due to the many myths and misunderstandings. I recently sat down with fellow therapist, meditation teacher, and adult diagnosed with ADHD, Jude Star. One such myth is the belief that meditation is solely about concentration. Jude debunks this by emphasizing relaxation and slowing down as the true essence of the practice. Contrary to feeling triggered by the effortfulness that 'concentration' suggests, I found solace in Jude's guidance that meditation is about experiencing greater ease.
Why Women Entrepreneurs Need a Thought Partner to Get Unstuck
Explore a unique coaching approach focused on personal qualities and skills, not just niches. Jen Liddy shares her transformational & collaborative experience.
The Secret Weapon for ADHD Entrepreneurs: Harnessing Focus Through Intermittent Fasting
As a female entrepreneur, I know firsthand the multitude of challenges we face on our path to success. From the moment we awake to the closing of our laptops at the end of our work day, we juggle the fine balance between nurturing our businesses and honoring our personal well-being. Our roles are numerous, but amidst the chaos, we often neglect the most crucial component of our productivity: self-care. I recently sat down to interview Marisa Moon, where she discusses this very topic in relation to ADHD, intermittent fasting, and deep work – a conversation aligned perfectly with what so many of us need to hear.
The Mental Health Impact of Masking for Neurodivergent Individuals
Join us on The Driven Woman Entrepreneur Podcast as therapist Pasha Marlowe and I delve into neurodivergence, masking, and mental health struggles.
Busting the 10,000 Steps Myth: Surprising Truths About Walking and Wellness
In my quest as a female entrepreneur to find balance and healthy routines that fit within a busy schedule, the simple act of walking reveals itself as a hidden gem for both physical and mental well-being. In my enlightening conversation with Carolyn Cohen, it became apparent that walking, often overshadowed by high-impact exercise trends, is not just a means of movement, but a metaphor for progression and balance in life and work.
Meditation for Busy Brains: Does It Really Work?
Dive into a candid conversation on meditation and ADHD with entrepreneur and psychotherapist Jude Star. Bust myths, find joy, and transform your journey with mindfulness.
Distinguishing Perimenopause from Burnout: Strategies for Self-Care
The insights shared on the podcast resonated deeply with me and reinforced the critical importance of self-care, especially during the transformative perimenopausal period. It's something that I, and so many fellow female entrepreneurs, can relate to but often overlooked in the daily rush of running our businesses.