

The Impulsive Thinker
André Brisson - ADHD Entrepreneur
We celebrate ADHD entrepreneur success and discuss challenges and solutions. Having lived with undiagnosed ADHD for a large part of his entrepreneurial journey, the host André Brisson shares his personal story of overcoming undiagnosed symptoms and how he refined his systems, routines and habits once diagnosed with self-awareness and personal growth.
André will interview high-achieving ADHD entrepreneurs, ADHD experts, and strength discovery experts covering many topics including their own obstacles and successes, strategies to manage their ADHD, share knowledge to gain insights and more. André will also be interviewed by guest hosts to pull out solutions and information from his brain – since his solutions are impulsive thoughts when talking to someone else.
André Brisson was diagnosed at 44 with severe ADHD and Asperger's. He has lived it, researched it, and transformed himself into a higher-functioning ADHD entrepreneur.
André will interview high-achieving ADHD entrepreneurs, ADHD experts, and strength discovery experts covering many topics including their own obstacles and successes, strategies to manage their ADHD, share knowledge to gain insights and more. André will also be interviewed by guest hosts to pull out solutions and information from his brain – since his solutions are impulsive thoughts when talking to someone else.
André Brisson was diagnosed at 44 with severe ADHD and Asperger's. He has lived it, researched it, and transformed himself into a higher-functioning ADHD entrepreneur.
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Dec 22, 2025 • 31min
Lazy or Efficient? Reframing How ADHD Entrepreneurs Use AI
André, The Impulsive Thinker™ sits down with SaaS coach and pricing strategist Bill Wilson to dig into how ADHD Entrepreneurs can use AI to boost creativity, focus, and workflow—without falling for the hype. Bill shares how AI is more than a passing trend; it's a practical tool that helps ADHD minds brainstorm, organize ideas, and sharpen learning fast. Together, they bust myths, explore real-life automation hacks, and talk barriers like relying too much on the tech. Listen in for solid advice so you can make AI work for your ADHD Entrepreneur journey, your way, at your own pace. 🧠Check out the ADHD Simplified™ online course - coming soon! Join the waitlist for a special discount! 📃Download The Sh!t List™, my weekly planning tool. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 👣Follow me on Instagram. 💻Check out our website. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here. Guest: Bill Wilson is a trusted SaaS coach and community leader who helps SaaS founders turn pricing into a clear strategic advantage. He has guided hundreds of SaaS teams to design profitable monetization strategies and is dedicated to fostering openness, community, and celebrating others' wins. Bill believes pricing and products are deeply connected and brings a logical, strategic perspective to using AI, especially for ADHD Entrepreneurs. https://www.pacepricing.com/

Dec 18, 2025 • 11min
Overwhelmed by Repetitive Crap: ADHD Entrepreneurs, Let AI Handle It
André, The Impulsive Thinker™, shares practical insights on how ADHD Entrepreneurs can use AI to save time, boost productivity, and make their workflow more efficient—without losing their own voice. Reflecting on a conversation with Cooper Simson of Martell Ventures, André breaks down why AI works best as a tool that thinks with you, not for you. From crafting better prompts to systematizing business tasks and personalizing outputs, this episode gives you real tips to help your ADHD brain harness AI's power while staying authentic. Get ready to learn smarter ways to cut through busy work and keep your edge. 🧠Check out the ADHD Simplified™ online course - coming soon! Join the waitlist for a special discount! 📃Download The Sh!t List™, my weekly planning tool. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 👣Follow me on Instagram. 💻Check out our website. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here.

Dec 15, 2025 • 26min
The How of AI: Actionable Tips for ADHD Entrepreneurs
André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with AI Venture Studio portfolio manager Cooper Simson to break down the practical "how" of using AI tools for ADHD Entrepreneurs. Forget the hype—this episode gets real about streamlining busy work, managing inbox overload, and building repeatable workflows with AI. You'll hear everyday strategies for automating reports, shaping content from meeting transcripts, and even planning your business year or travels on the fly. This honest chat shows that mastering prompt structures can save hours and help ADHD Entrepreneurs focus on what matters. Tune in for tips you can put to work today. 🧠Check out the ADHD Simplified™ online course - coming soon! Join the waitlist for a special discount! 📃Download The Sh!t List™, my weekly planning tool. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 👣Follow me on Instagram. 💻Check out our website. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here. Guest: Cooper Simson is a portfolio manager at Martell Ventures, an AI venture studio co-founded by Dan Martel. He brings practical knowledge and hands-on experience in effectively implementing AI tools, with a focus on real-world application rather than hype. Cooper is dedicated to helping others understand and use AI to add value in everyday life, both in business and personal contexts. https://www.danmartell.com/ventures/ https://martellventures.com https://www.instagram.com/coopersimson/

Dec 11, 2025 • 11min
Stuck and Wasting Time: ADHD Entrepreneurs Need AI to Get Moving
Dive into the insights on using AI as a practical tool for ADHD entrepreneurs. The discussion highlights how to work faster and smarter, emphasizing the importance of focused use of AI. Discover the value of mastering system prompts for effective communication with AI and how transcription tools can enhance clarity and productivity. Learn about speech-to-text solutions for brainstorming and organizing thoughts. Finally, find out how AI can help break through inertia and foster creativity in your projects.

Dec 8, 2025 • 26min
Stuck and Scattered: ADHD Entrepreneurs Need AI for Focus Fast
André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with AI venture studio portfolio manager Cooper Simson for a no-nonsense chat on the real "why" behind using AI as an ADHD Entrepreneur with a growth mindset. Forget the latest fad—this episode is about practical tools and hacks to actually make AI work for you. From mastering prompts in ChatGPT to using transcription and speech-to-text tools to cut through mental clutter and ADHD inertia, we dig into how AI can help you get moving and stay focused. Start using AI now—don't wait for the perfect app. Tune in and see how AI fits your workflow. 🧠Check out the ADHD Simplified™ online course - coming soon! Join the waitlist for a special discount! 📃Download The Sh!t List™, my weekly planning tool. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 👣Follow me on Instagram. 💻Check out our website. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here. Guest: Cooper Simson is a portfolio manager at Martell Ventures, an AI venture studio co-founded by Dan Martel. He brings practical knowledge and hands-on experience in effectively implementing AI tools, with a focus on real-world application rather than hype. Cooper is dedicated to helping others understand and use AI to add value in everyday life, both in business and personal contexts. https://www.danmartell.com/ventures/ https://martellventures.com https://www.instagram.com/coopersimson/

Dec 4, 2025 • 10min
Burnout Isn't Ambition: ADHD Entrepreneurs Need Real Relief
André, The Impulsive Thinker™, gets real about ADHD, stress, and Entrepreneur burnout, inspired by a conversation with recovery expert Rand Teed. Stress isn't out to get you—it's the constant overload that can hijack your focus and make ADHD traits tougher to manage. André shares personal stories about growing up in hypervigilance, how chronic stress tricks the ADHD brain into urgency mode, and why mindfulness gives you back control. Get honest insights about cortisol, dopamine, and the power of simple breathing to reset. This episode is for ADHD Entrepreneurs ready to stop chasing chaos and start mastering their stress response. 🧠Check out the ADHD Simplified™ online course - coming soon! Join the waitlist for a special discount! 📃Download The Sh!t List™, my weekly planning tool. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 👣Follow me on Instagram. 💻Check out our website. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here.

Dec 1, 2025 • 29min
Cortisol, Dopamine & ADHD: Understanding Your Stress Cycle
André, The Impulsive Thinker™ is joined by seasoned addiction counsellor Rand Teed to break down how stress uniquely impacts the ADHD Entrepreneur. If you've ever wondered why your ADHD brain seems to live in survival mode or why chronic stress pushes you toward burnout and overwhelm, this episode is for you. Together, André and Rand explore the science behind cortisol, dopamine, and how stress can crank up ADHD symptoms fast. They also dig into practical mindfulness techniques you can use right away to reclaim focus and boost your sense of safety. It's all about real strategies for a calmer mind and more productive days. 🧠Check out the ADHD Simplified™ online course - coming soon! Join the waitlist for a special discount! 📃Download The Sh!t List™, my weekly planning tool. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 👣Follow me on Instagram. 💻Check out our website. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here. Guest: Rand Teed is a seasoned addiction counsellor with over 50 years of experience, specializing in the impact of substance use on individuals. For the past 25 years, he has focused on helping people understand and navigate the challenges associated with substance use. Rand is dedicated to education and recovery, touring Canada to present on the topic of substance use disorder. He is the author of Which Way to Turn: Understanding Adolescent Substance Use. Connect with Rand: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rand-teed-50b72936 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rand.teed/ Instagram: rand.teed YouTube: Rand Teed @DrugClassTV Website: www.drugclass.ca I send out a thought for the day with a photo I take, a quote by someone smarter than me and a piece of interesting music. Here is the link if you want to subscribe. I do this to spread beauty and encourage thoughtfulness: https://drugclass.us11.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=004153b492bc9cf07b684c2d4&id=3871aed6e1 Books by Rand: "Which Way to Turn - Understanding Adolescent Substance Use." "Collateral Damage - Understanding the Impact of Substance Use on Families and Friends."

Nov 27, 2025 • 9min
Authenticity, Vulnerability, and Consistency: Ingredients for Impactful Marketing
André, The Impulsive Thinker™, reflects on key marketing lessons for the ADHD Entrepreneur, inspired by a recent conversation with Peter Shankman. This quick episode tackles why marketing isn't about shouting louder—it's about truly listening to your audience. André shares insights into avoiding shallow, clickbait content, creating genuine value, and communicating with empathy, even as AI tools flood the scene. Learn how showing real vulnerability, consistency, and authenticity can build lasting client relationships and trust. Tune in for actionable, no-nonsense advice to help you connect, serve, and grow as an ADHD Entrepreneur with a growth mindset. 🧠Check out the ADHD Simplified™ online course - coming soon! Join the waitlist for a special discount! 📃Download The Sh!t List™, my weekly planning tool. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 👣Follow me on Instagram. 💻Check out our website. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here.

Nov 24, 2025 • 20min
Done With Fake Marketing: ADHD Entrepreneurs Need To Listen to Customers | Peter Shankman
André, The Impulsive Thinker™ sits down with marketing expert Peter Shankman, diving into what real marketing means for the ADHD Entrepreneur. This straight-talking episode explores why knowing your audience and listening are core, debunking the myth that automated tools like AI can replace true human connection. You'll hear how creating authentic, valuable content wins over generic, spammy posts, and why every marketing strategy should fit your personality and business—not just follow trends. Packed with practical tips to navigate marketing firms and social media, this chat is for growth-focused ADHD Entrepreneurs wanting to build lasting impact and genuine interactions. 🧠Check out the ADHD Simplified™ online course - coming soon! Join the waitlist for a special discount! 📃Download The Sh!t List™, my weekly planning tool. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 👣Follow me on Instagram. 💻Check out our website. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here. Guest: Peter Shankman is an author, entrepreneur, and founder of SOS, Source of Sources. He has written books including Faster Than Normal and The Boy with a Faster Brain, and is the host of the Faster Than Normal podcast. Widely recognized for his expertise in marketing, Peter is also a dedicated father and has built a reputation as a thoughtful and engaging leader in his field. www.shankman.com

Nov 20, 2025 • 11min
Drained and Lost: ADHD Entrepreneurs Confuse Activity With Abilities
André, The Impulsive Thinker™, shares a raw reflection inspired by his recent conversation with Andrienne Duffy from Big Futures, Inc., diving into how ADHD Entrepreneurs can tap into their real strengths for more energy and clarity. In this episode, André reveals why your work is not your identity, the significance of aligning daily tasks with your natural strengths, and how protecting your abilities leads to growth. Learn how assessment tools like Colby and CliftonStrengths help you understand your unique value and avoid burnout. If you're ready to work smarter and live better, this episode is for you. 🧠Check out the ADHD Simplified™ online course - coming soon! Join the waitlist for a special discount! 📃Download The Sh!t List™, my weekly planning tool. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 👣Follow me on Instagram. 💻Check out our website. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here.


