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Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with ADHD, ADD

ADHD, entrepreneurship, maximizing to do lists and more with Marie NG of Llama Life

Sep 28, 2024
Marie NG, an entrepreneur and the creator of Llama Life, discusses her journey of developing a task management app tailored for those with ADHD. She shares insights on the challenges of managing to-do lists and offers strategies for productivity, such as micro-goals and the Pomodoro technique. Marie reflects on her personal struggles with ADHD and how they shaped her entrepreneurial path. The conversation illuminates the need for innovative productivity tools and emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and energy management in achieving goals.
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  • Marie Ng discusses the limitations of traditional task management for ADHD and introduces Llama Life, an app designed to enhance productivity through customizable countdown timers.
  • The podcast emphasizes the importance of adapting productivity strategies to individual cognitive needs, focusing on energy management alongside time management for better results.

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Challenges of Task Management for Adults with ADHD

Many adults with ADHD face significant challenges when it comes to managing their to-do lists and tasks. Traditional task management methods, such as paper lists and various apps, often fall short in catering to the unique cognitive needs of individuals with ADHD. This results in a proliferation of half-finished lists and persistent stress about incomplete tasks. The episode highlights how a common problem is feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of tasks, which can lead to inaction and frustration.

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