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888: ADHD Built My Business (But It Also Broke Some Things)

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Jun 18, 2025

The host shares a deeply personal journey of discovering ADHD at 35, touching on how it affects her business and motherhood. Thousands of women connect with her experiences, finding solace in shared struggles. The discussion highlights the strengths of ADHD, such as resourcefulness, while addressing hidden challenges. Practical strategies like the Pomodoro method and supportive tools for productivity are emphasized. It’s an empowering conversation about self-awareness, mental health, and embracing one’s unique journey.

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ANECDOTE

Jenna's ADHD Discovery Story

Jenna Kutcher discovered she had ADHD at age 34 after an expert suggested it post-interview.
She shares common unnoticed ADHD traits she experienced, resonating with many women.

INSIGHT

ADHD Drives Creativity and Focus

ADHD fueled Jenna's multi-passionate nature and creative problem-solving.
It enabled hyper-focus that drives her business passion and innovation.

ANECDOTE

Teamwork Covers ADHD Challenges

Jenna struggles with following through on projects and hires others to finish her ideas.
Her right-hand, Marissa, balances Jenna's spontaneous energy with systems and structure.

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When I shared a carousel on Instagram titled “10 ‘Normal’ Things I Didn’t Know Were ADHD,” I had no idea it would resonate so deeply. Thousands of women flooded the comments with messages like, “I’ve never felt so seen,” and “Are you living in my brain?” and honestly, I felt the same way. That post didn’t come from research or theory; it was my lived experience.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the surprising moment I discovered I have ADHD at 35 and how it’s impacted every aspect of my life: from how I run my business to how I navigate motherhood. I share the signs I missed, the strengths ADHD gave me, the hidden challenges it created, and what I’ve experimented with to support my brain, like meds, movement, and microdosing.

This is part personal story, part practical insight, and part love letter to every woman who’s ever wondered why life sometimes feels harder than it “should.” If you’ve ever thought you were just “bad at life,” this episode is for you.

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