Confidence Through Pain: How ADHD Entrepreneurs Grow Under Pressure | Josh Martin

André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with former NFL linebacker turned entrepreneur Josh Martin to dig into what the first year of business ownership really looks like—beyond the highlight reel. Josh shares his shift from athlete to Smoothie King franchise owner, touching on tough lessons with finances, hiring, and team building. Hear about navigating setbacks, outgrowing assumptions, and why bookkeeping isn’t just for accountants. If you’re an ADHD Entrepreneur keen on growth, reflection, and building businesses (and teams) that last, this episode is for you. Real talk on learning, resilience, and why investing in yourself beats any business move.

 

 

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Guest:

Josh Martin is a former NFL linebacker who has successfully transitioned to entrepreneurship. A year ago, he became the owner of a Smoothie King franchise in Colorado and recently celebrated his one-year anniversary as an entrepreneur. Josh is an active member of Nick Sonnenberg’s Optimized group, and is committed to continuous learning and personal growth as he builds his business.