Executives, leaders and entrepreneurs, let's have a quick chat about ADHD and boundaries
If you are a busy professional with ADHD and you have a demanding career, it is a critical mission to protect your time and energy. It is non-negotiable! Boundaries, limitations, restrictions, limits, our professional safe zone…all protect us busy ADHDers from others and ourselves. Whatever we call it, we must guard our time. Boundaries are often the make-or-break factor for adults with ADHD in leadership roles. Without them, ADHD traits like distractibility, impulsivity, and overcommitment can quickly lead to burnout, poor decision-making, and loss of credibility. If you are in a leadership position and have ADHD or think you have ADHD, join Dave as he discusses why boundaries and protecting your time and energy must be part of the way you operate. **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min
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Why you need professional and personal clarity as a busy professional adult with ADHD
Clarity is essential for executives with adult ADHD because it acts as an anchor in the midst of constant internal and external distractions. Without clear priorities, objectives, and next steps, the ADHD brain can easily become overwhelmed by competing demands, unfinished tasks, and shifting responsibilities, leading to paralysis or reactive decision-making. Join Dave for this short and to the point podcast episode as he discusses why clarity needs to be part of your daily and long term game plan as a busy professional with ADHD. **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min
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Why I drove 1600 miles to relax my ADHD brain
Recently, Dave drove over 1600 miles to visit a long term client from his public relation days. He talks about how powerful long stretches of quiet time can be for busy professionals with ADHD. There are clear and powerful benefits to shutting down and spending some time by ourselves to reflect on our thoughts and even slow our brains down. Those benefits include reducing our mental overload, boosting our clarity and focus and the ability to problem solve and create new visions for our lives. Spend some time with Dave on this short episode and learn more about how powerful and impactful a large chunk of time can be for the ADHD brain. **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min
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Honoring How Your ADHD Brain Works
You’re a busy professional with ADHD, and you feel like you’re constantly fighting an uphill battle. But what if the problem isn’t you….it's that you’re using your brain's "operating manual" incorrectly? This episode is about moving past the idea that you need to be "fixed" and instead learning to honor how your ADHD brain actually works. By understanding its wiring, you can stop fighting yourself and start creating a system that allows you to thrive. Dave is an entrepreneur with ADHD, not a doctor. His advice comes from decades of executive and entrepreneurial experience as an adult with ADHD. Actionable Advice for Honoring Your ADHD Brain Acknowledge Your Wiring: Accept that your brain is wired for interest, novelty, and urgency, not routine. Don't compare yourself to neurotypical standards. Optimize for Energy, Not Just Time: Ditch the idea of "I'll just stay late" and start scheduling around your energy levels. Use External Structures: Your brain isn’t lazy; it’s overloaded. Use external cues like visual boards, phone reminders, and a “home base” for important items. Don’t complicate it…just get things out of your head every day. Build Momentum Over Perfection: Motivation comes from starting, not from waiting to "get it right." Design for Dopamine: Your ADHD brain craves dopamine. Build rewards into your workflow, like a coffee break after a difficult task, and rotate your environments to boost stimulation and engagement. Practice Self-Compassion: High-achievers with ADHD often carry hidden shame. When you find yourself being self-critical, stop and say, "Not today." Acknowledge your wins, no matter how small, and ask yourself what worked this week so you can do more of it. **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min
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Prioritizing When Everything Feels Urgent for the Busy Adult with ADHD
If you’re a busy professional with ADHD, chances are you’ve stared at a long to-do list and thought, “Where do I even start?” In this episode, Dave will tackle one of the most overwhelming challenges for ADHD brains: How to prioritize tasks and projects when everything feels equally important. Dave gives tips on using visual tools, scheduling thinking time, And why a good old fashioned brain dump may be your first priority. Whether you're drowning in work tasks, personal responsibilities, or both, Dave will help you regain control and move forward with clarity. Key takeaways: – Why ADHD brains struggle with prioritization – Simple, flexible systems that actually stick – How to re-prioritize based on energy and urgency – Tools and routines to stay on track Tune in and give your brain the structure it craves! **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min
About Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with ADHD, ADD
Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with Adult ADHD takes a street-smart approach to managing adult ADHD. This is THE podcast for busy professional adults, including business owners, entrepreneurs, CEO's, marketing and creative professionals and even PHD's with demanding workloads.
The podcast is an excellent resource for any adult, especially individuals looking for strategies and tactics to create better circumstances in their professional lives.
If you're a small business owner with ADHD and other life responsibilities, this is the perfect podcast to help you navigate the ups and downs of business and life with ADHD.
Every week host David Greenwood, author of the book by the same name, has experts in the field of adult ADHD as well as other entrepreneurs with ADHD. Every episode is packed with solutions and methodical approaches to having a better life with ADHD.
The podcast covers productivity, navigating workloads, how to manage yourself in a chaotic work environment, and burnout. And MUCH more!
Entrepreneurs and business owners with ADHD share their insights and approaches with Dave regularly on the podcast. How did they do it and what do they need to have in place to be successful? Those answers can be found in the podcast.
There are also many episodes with just Dave, who shares his thoughts as a busy entrepreneur with ADHD. Dave Greenwood has been both an entrepreneur for decades and an executive at one of the most recognized brands in the world, doing it all with ADHD.
This is not a Q&A or a stuffy podcast. Every time you hit the download button, you'll feel like you're having a cup of coffee or a pint of your favorite beer with Dave and/for his guests.
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