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If you're talking about ADHD and time management, you have to consider energy management.
It becomes more difficult to manage your time when you do not have energy. And This is why energy and time have to be discussed simultaneously when we're trying to improve how we manage our days and weeks and productivity.
Dave talks about how focusing on your energy and energy flows can help you be far more effective in managing your time, tasks, commitments and how days flow into weeks of productivity.
**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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Some of the challenges we as adults with ADHD are rooted in communication….That can be with co-workers, our boss, clients, family members…and others.
Expectations with clients.
Productive conversations with colleagues.
Asking for accommodations without disclosing
Checking in with a supervisor.
In this episode we talk about how to have productive conversations and meaningful communication, especially in the workplace.
Chuck Wisner is the president of Wisner Consulting. His client list includes companies such as Google, Rivian, Apple, Tesla, Harvard Business School, Ford, and Chrysler. Chuck was a senior affiliated mediator with the Harvard Mediation Program…. among countless other credentials.
He is the author of "The Art of Conscious Conversations: Transforming How We Talk, Listen, and Interact,"
Chuck discusses the many challenges of effective and meaningful communication in the workplace and other professional settings and why some people struggle.
He also discusses whether we have ADHD or not, some of the possible mistakes many people make when trying to communicate with others in the workplace and even at home.
Chuck discusses some of the different types of conversations he outlines in his book, including collaborative and creative conversations. He also discusses how to navigate these different types of conversations in the workplace.
Dave and Chuck discuss how many people with ADHD overcommit themselves, and Chuck has some quick tips about how to commit or decline diplomatically.
Is there a general formula for effective communication? Chuck answers this too.
Chuck’s book, "The Art of Conscious Conversations," is now available online at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or your favorite bookstore. Find Chuck at: https://www.chuckwisner.com/
**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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Being in control of your day is crucial for busy professionals with ADHD, high achievers, or those in demanding careers. Throw in family commitments and other responsibilities and you realize you have a busy life that you need to control.
We need to own our ADHD as a busy adult and one of the ways we do that is to control the aspects of life we can.
Dave discusses the benefits of developing a control mindset as an adult with ADHD.
Adults with ADHD cannot live in response mode, especially in the workplace. It is just not sustainable.
Join Dave for this short episode about the benefits of developing a control mindset as a busy adult 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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What do you have to do to become a successful entrepreneur with ADHD?
Today we discuss that with Stephanie Mearse, CEO of Empower Hour and Vice President at Desert Capital Management Group.
Stephanie is a busy adult with ADHD and she tells her story on this episode of Overcoming Distractions. She has many professional accomplishments to her credit and talks about how she thrives as an entrepreneurial world with ADHD.
Stephanie also founded Crowned Consulting where she helps other entrepreneurs thrive. She's known on the speaking circuit and an author.
Stephanie starts out by giving us a day in the life of a busy entrepreneur with ADHD. She discusses how she attacks each day and stays on track.
She also talks about those must haves that need to be in place in both her professional and personal life to help her continue to thrive.
Stephanie discusses why she finally sought out to get an ADHD diagnosis and how that helped her.
As a serial entrepreneur, Stephanie discusses what her strengths are, why she calls it her superpower, but she also discusses the challenges that come with being an adult with ADHD and how she mitigates those.
And she gives adults with ADHD a road map if you're an entrepreneur, or you have a demanding job or career.
You can find Stephanie on her website. https://stephaniemearse.com/
**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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Many adults with ADHD, when they experience burnout, become disassociated with their work and the organization they are working for and “check out.”
If this sounds like you and you have tried over and over again to make your current working environment work and are frustrated by the lack of fulfillment you have, you may have checked out as well.
Dave talks about some of the particular reasons why people with ADHD start to check out and become disassociated with the organization they are working for and even their line of work.
If this sounds like you, and you want to learn more about some of the particulars of burnout and being an adult with ADHD, spend some time with Dave to understand why we check out when we're burned out.
**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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Let's talk about the early signs of burnout whether you have ADHD or not.
More and more people are coming forward and expressing their concerns about feeling burned out. Whether it's a dysfunctional workplace, increased workload, or our own individual working habits as an adult with ADHD, there's no question that burnout is on the rise.
While some people say that burnout just hit them suddenly, the fact is burnout is a result of chronic stress that happens overtime.
Dave talks about the early warning signs of burnout in this podcast episode. If any of these resonate with you and you're feeling exhausted to the point of difficulty getting anything done, please reach out for help.
**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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If you are a busy adult with ADHD and our challenged it daily, you are not alone. And that's why Dave takes a few minutes to go through a day in the life of those of us with adult ADHD.
It's not meant to be negative, but more of a “yeah I do that too” podcast.
Please know that there many people just like you trying to juggle personal and professional lives, get stuff done, have less stress and be fulfilled.
But sometimes we need to work on it.
Dave takes a moment to go on a general overview of a day in the life of those of us with adult ADHD.
But, please keep in mind there are several strengths and positives we bring to every aspect of life. We just need to navigate the challenges.
**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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Dave discusses some of the more important lessons he's learned working individually with busy adults just like you with ADHD. While everyone is different, there are some commonalities that come into play.
Why is this important? Because while Dave learned these lessons working with busy professionals, it's important for you to understand these valuable takeaways as you chart your own journey towards thriving with adult ADHD.
Listen to this short episode of Overcoming Distractions and hear what Dave has to say about some of the mission critical aspects he's learned working with awesome busy people 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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Dave discusses one of the biggest shifts an adult with ADHD can make to increase productivity, improve efficiency and actually lower your stress when it comes to work.
Yes, Dave is talking about blocking out time!
If you've never blocked out time before to get work done, this is an important episode.
If you've tried time blocking and it hasn't worked for you, this is an even more important episode because Dave will walk you through what it takes to actually make this technique work as a busy adult with ADHD.
If you want to get stuff done, meet deadlines, make less mistakes and be more productive with less stress, take a few minutes and listen how this massive habit can change the way you work as an adult 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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We're back with Nick Stewart sleep coach and author. This is Part 2 and if you need an introduction
In this episode, Nick Stewart gives us essential steps to get back on track with sleep;
Nick talks about proper sleep hygiene. And these include the following.
Sunlight in the morning.
Compensate for no sunlight with lighting products, commonly found on Amazon.
The types of professionals you should consider if you're having challenges with sleep.
Discipline with bedtimes.
Proper blinds and shading in your bedroom.
Dedicated area for sleep.
The temperature of your room.
Reading habits before bed.
Nick also discusses some of the myths associated with getting a good night's sleep.
Find Nick Stewart on LinkedIn: LinkedIn Page
**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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Here's a fact that nobody can argue with. Adults with ADHD can have challenges with sleep.
And sleep is something that comes up in the world of ADHD over and over again. Many adults with ADHD have legitimate challenges getting a good night's sleep and many of us were the ADHD also need to improve our sleep habits.
One of the big ones is that a lot of you are going to bed at 2:00 AM. Not a great idea…. Just saying…. Unless of course you're working a third shift.
So today we're going to try and move the needle in the right direction and understand why sleep is so vital for busy adults with ADHD.
Dave talks with Nick Stewart, Certified Sleep Science Coach and the author of Sleep Fitness-the top ten sleep facts that matter
Nick talks about why quality sleep is so mission critical for anyone with ADHD.
He discusses some of the common and maybe some uncommon reasons why adults with ADHD struggle with sleep.
Dave and nick discuss what happens when we cannot achieve quality sleep such as reduced executive functions, general health concerns, increased stress and anxiety and more.
Nick talks about some of the first things somebody with ADHD should tackle if they are struggling to get a good night's sleep and sustaining that over time.
Nick talks about why routines are incredibly important in both the morning and night and he shares the one tip for getting started on getting a good night's sleep.
Stay tuned for Part 2 as Nick discusses more specifics about how you can achieve quality sleep.
Find Nick on LinkedIn: LinkedIn Page
**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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Many people seek assistance, mentoring and help with an ADHD coach because they are having trouble navigating a busy life as an adult with ADHD. Many of these challenges revolve around work and career.
However, many times when we dig into the issues, we find that we could be blaming ourselves for situations that are just not our fault. We blame our ADHD for not being able to get work done, get organized in the workplace and distractions.
Sometimes we are working in a chaotic and toxic workplace and many of the issues we are dealing with are not completely our fault.
Dave wants to give you some Peace of Mind in this podcast episode and he discusses many of the things you may be facing right now that are difficult that are not your fault.
**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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Every single person get stuck in their lives at one time or another. That could be in your career or your job or in your personal life at home. We all get stuck from time to time.
How do we get unstuck?
That's the topic for this podcast. Whether you have ADHD or not, you're going to learn something about getting unstuck.
Dave's guest today is Britt Frank, a clinician, speaker and the author of the Science of Stuck and the Getting Unstuck Workbook.
We can get stuck on a decision to do the dishes in our house or making a major career or life decision. Being stuck can show up everywhere.
Britt discusses the science of being stuck, which she equates to having the emergency brake on in your car. She also discusses the shame many of us feel when we're in stuck mode.
Britt also discusses the following topics with Dave:
Procrastination.
Decision fatigue.
Intention gaps.
How to get a micro yes accomplished.
Why boundaries are related to being stuck.
And stay to the end of the discussion because Britt gives three steps for anyone to get unstuck.
Find Britt Frank and her book the Science of Stuck here: https://www.scienceofstuck.com/
**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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So many of us have had to navigate a chaotic working environment as an adult with ADHD. Some of the workplaces we have had to work in could be classified as toxic.
Dave discusses how to navigate a chaotic and toxic workplace and tries to reassure you that not everything needs to be blamed on our ADHD.
Many of us have been working in a culture of chaos, a supervisor, or other colleagues who have a less-than-desirable working style. And for entrepreneurs and those of us who are self-employed, many of us have clients that are difficult to deal with.
Dave talks about the hazards of working in a toxic workplace such as your mental and physical health.
He discusses ways to survive and thrive in a chaotic work environment and other things to consider when planning for the future.
**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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Preparation is one of the keys to thriving with adult ADHD in a busy setting. And if you are working in a demanding job or career, or you are running your own business with ADHD, planning is mission critical.
Getting ready for the days ahead can be a game changer as an adult with ADHD. Not being prepared means that we will try to do everything all at once and we know that can't be done. And when that does happen, we procrastinate and end up being less productive and more stressed.
Dave goes over some key questions to ask yourself each and every day to prepare for the following days ahead of you in your work setting.
These questions are simple, to the point and even street smart.
If you've been having trouble getting your day off to a great start, take some time to listen to this short podcast and get the questions to ask yourself every day.
**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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We solve a lot of problems and challenges here on Overcoming Distractions but today, Dave talks about some of the positives of being a busy professional with ADHD in the business world.
Those of us with adult ADHD bring tremendous value, skills and critical thinking into any working environment we can thrive. And it's always a good idea to remind ourselves of the positive aspects of our different brains.
Join Dave on this short podcast as he refreshes all our memories about what we bring into the workplace and our lives that are positives of adult 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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Out of sight out of mind is probably one of the best descriptions of ADHD. We need important items and reminders in front of us and it needs to capture our attention.
So that's what we're going to talk about today. Why visual cues for busy adults with ADHD can be a game changer. Well many of us have challenges with short term memory, visual cues and aids can help us tremendously.
Dave talks with Sara Olsher, the founder of Mighty and Bright, an organization that creates very useful products to help people with visual structure.
Sara talks about founding Mighty and Bright, her personal story and why she decided to build this business.
Dave and Sara discuss visual cues and why they can be highly effective for those of us with different brains. Remember out of sight, out of mind.
They also discuss why from many busy adults with ADHD, important reminders as well as physical items sometimes need to be in our face.
Sara discusses what makes a great visual aid including those around the house.
And Dave and Sara talk about some of the important ways that visual aids can help busy adults with ADHD including task initiation, completing tasks and projects, aiding in our challenges with short term memory as well as reducing overwhelm.
Sara talks about the more popular charts that her business offers and why they are popular.
You can find out more about Sara's story and her visual aids here: https://mightyandbright.com/
**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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This episode is dedicated to all you moms out there with ADHD.
But guys, don't hit the stop button because we know you're going to learn something too from this discussion.
Today we have Anna Burns with Anna Burns Wellness and she works with ADHD moms.
Anna discusses with Dave what it's like to be in ADHD mom, some of the specific challenges of mothers with ADHD and how ADHD moms out there can make life less stressful and a little more organized.
Anna starts out by describing a day in the life of an ADHD mom. You might relate to some of this!
Anna also talks to Dave about some of the more common challenges a mother with ADHD would face that many of you listening can relate to.
She talks about why it could be common from many women after having children to discover they have ADHD.
How do we organize as a mom with ADHD? Anna discusses the core parts and systems women should focus on.
She also discusses with Dave how to implement more emotional intelligence as a mom with ADHD. Because many people, men and women can have challenges with emotions in different situations.
Anna also walks us through how moms with ADHD can build routines with kids running around the house, extracurricular activities and other responsibilities.
What can be a game changer for women with ADHD? Anna talks about this as well.
Find Anna at: https://annaburnswellness.com/
**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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One of the things that makes a career a better journey is when we have purpose, and we feel like we belong. Belonging is human and it's something we all crave.
On this episode of Overcoming Distractions, we talk about belonging in the workplace and why it is so mission critical for all of us. Especially those with adult ADHD.
Aga Bajer is a culture strategist and works with organizations to help a cultures evolve for the better. She works with leaders and teams across the globe to help improve culture.
Aga is the founder of Culture Brained which is a community dedicated creating cultures that are synonymous with fun, meaning and belonging.
Aga first starts telling us about Culture Brained and the important work the organization does.
Dave talks with Aga about some of the bigger factors involved in people not feeling like they belong in any type of working Environment.
Aga also discusses with Dave what happens to both the individual and the organization when the feeling of belonging is lost. That includes stress and in the long term feeling burned out for individuals.
Aga talks with Dave about how an individual knows that they do truly belong in an environment such as a workplace and what those key indicators that give them comfort.
And they also discuss how someone that looking to make a job or career change, and belonging is important, what should somebody look for and how do they go about that.
How do we show up in a workplace that can make a difference? Aga answers this as well.
Learn more about culture brained and Aga’s important work here.
https://www.agabajer.com/
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This is Part 2 of our series on questions to ask yourself if you have adult ADHD and feeling burned out.
If you haven't listened to part one about burnout questions, go back one episode.
Dave discusses 10 more questions you need to ask yourself to gain more self-awareness about feeling burned out as a busy adult with ADHD.
Grab a notebook and a pen and get some self-awareness and understanding about yourself and your level of burnout and stress.
**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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