The Impulsive Thinker

André Brisson - High Achieving ADHD Entrepreneur
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Oct 20, 2025 • 25min

Pushed Past the Limit: Women ADHD Entrepreneurs Crash Without Warning

André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Belgian therapist Raquel Devillé to break down the reality behind hormone cycles, ADHD, and why it’s “not your period.” Raquel explores how ADHD symptoms in women shift with estrogen levels, stress, and perimenopause—plus why so many neurodivergent Entrepreneurs feel disconnected from their bodies. The conversation is a practical look at stress, interoception, and simple ways to reconnect with yourself using somatic techniques and breathable routines. If you’ve ever wondered how your cycle and business brain collide, this episode will help you turn awareness into action. Check out Raquel’s body-first insights for ADHD Entrepreneurs.   🧠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: Raquel Devillé is a therapist from Belgium specializing in stress and trauma in neurodivergent people. She takes a somatic, body-based approach to therapy and focuses on helping neurodivergent individuals manage the extra layers of stress that can come from increased sensitivity to external stimuli. Raquel is also the author of the book It's Not Your Period!, which explores the connections between neurodiversity, stress, and the experiences of women.  www.encorps.eu
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Oct 16, 2025 • 9min

Fed Up and Overlooked: Women ADHD Entrepreneurs Deserve Real Answers

André, The Impulsive Thinker™, takes a personal look at how ADHD shows up differently in women—especially when it comes to hormones and life stages. This reflection is sparked by his eye-opening conversation with Dr. Annick Vincent, a Canadian ADHD expert, on the unique challenges women face. André dives into why many women aren’t recognized or diagnosed until later in life, the impact of estrogen, and how cycles like pregnancy and menopause shift ADHD symptoms. If you’re an ADHD Entrepreneur wanting to better understand yourself, your team, or your family, this episode will give you practical insight and compassion for the journey.   🧠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.
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Oct 13, 2025 • 25min

Your Brain Is Maxed Out: Women ADHD Entrepreneurs Can’t Pretend Forever

André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with internationally renowned psychiatrist Dr. Annick Vincent to tackle a concept every ADHD Entrepreneur needs to hear: your brain needs to be available. This episode strips down what’s truly taking up space in your working memory, how daily burdens (both internal and external) drain your focus, and why perfectionism and people-pleasing add to the mental load. Dr. Vincent shares real-world examples around balancing work, relationships, and home life with ADHD. Expect practical strategies for reducing overwhelm, asking for help, and reclaiming mental space—so you can adapt, focus, and better navigate your entrepreneurial journey.   🧠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: Dr. Annick Vincent is an internationally renowned speaker and author, and a psychiatrist with a community-based specialized practice in ADHD in Quebec, Canada. She is actively involved in providing better education and support for individuals living with ADHD and their caregivers. Dr. Vincent is also involved with the Fondation Philippe Laprise. Books by Annick Vincent: https://attentiondeficit-info.com/books-annick-vincent/?lang=en
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Oct 9, 2025 • 10min

Demoralized, Not Depressed: The Truth Behind Women ADHD Entrepreneur Burnout

This week, André, The Impulsive Thinker™, reflects on a powerful conversation with Dr. Bill Dodson about how ADHD presents differently in women and why many women and girls still fly under the radar. André explores why these Entrepreneurs often mask their struggles, why terms like “demoralization” matter, and how societal expectations shape their experiences. If you or someone you know seems organized on the outside but feels exhausted or unseen, this episode brings fresh perspective and language to self-advocate and understand the hidden impact of ADHD in women. Tune in for real talk and actionable insights for the ADHD Entrepreneur.   🧠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.
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Oct 6, 2025 • 27min

Exhausted by Expectations: Women ADHD Entrepreneurs Aren’t Broken, Just Misunderstood | Dr. William Dodson

André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with renowned adult psychiatrist Dr. William Dodson to dig deep into how ADHD shows up differently in women—and why so many go undiagnosed for years. This episode cuts through the myths. Dr. Dodson talks masking, quiet ADHD, and why misdiagnosis or self-diagnosis is still so common for women Entrepreneurs. They chat about hidden struggles, compensating behaviours, and how to better advocate for the right support. If you’re an ADHD Entrepreneur, or see these patterns in your team, this real talk will help you spot the unseen and understand the real experience behind the label. Check out episode 271 where Dr. Dodson discusses the ADHD Interest-Based Nervous System: https://youtu.be/cp__F0XLHM8 🧠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: Dr. William Dodson is a board-certified adult psychiatrist and one of the very first practitioners to specialize in adults with ADHD, with over 25 years of experience. In 2012, he was honoured as a Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association for his ongoing work in adult ADHD. Dr. Dodson is well known for his commitment to advancing the understanding and treatment of ADHD, particularly among adults.
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Oct 2, 2025 • 8min

Season 5 Starts Now: ADHD Entrepreneurs, Get Ready for What’s Next

André, The Impulsive Thinker™, kicks off season five with a personal reflection and an inside look at what’s coming for ADHD Entrepreneurs. After nearly 8,000 minutes and over 400 episodes, André shares real lessons from past seasons, his own mental health growth, and the drive to go even deeper with themed miniseries—like exploring women and ADHD and practical AI tips for business. Hear André’s honest thoughts about time blindness, ADHD inertia, and the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. Subscribe to join the conversation and discover why this podcast stands out for growth-driven ADHD Entrepreneurs.   🧠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.
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Sep 29, 2025 • 31min

Can’t Turn It Off!: ADHD Entrepreneur Minds Never Rest

André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Cassandra Morari, COO of The Rack Ltd., to dig into how ADHD is an edge, not a setback, for growth-minded Entrepreneurs. From her late ADHD diagnosis to working side-by-side with her dad in a thriving Saskatchewan ag business, Cassandra opens up about the realities of non-stop mental energy, the challenge of turning it off, and finding her lane as a growth Entrepreneur. If you’re juggling rapid thoughts, big ideas, and the pressure to measure up—this one’s for you. Learn how awareness and acceptance can fuel business growth and personal satisfaction.   🧠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: Cassandra Morari is the CEO of The Rack Ltd., a family business serving Saskatchewan farmers for nearly 40 years. With a background in agricultural finance, a business degree, and years of leadership experience, Cassandra works alongside her father to drive growth and innovation in agriculture. Cassandra brings her unique perspective as an Entrepreneur with ADHD, using her skills and experience to help farmers and her team succeed.   Connect with Cassandra on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassandra-morari-7594653b/ or check out The Rack Ltd.’s website https://therackonline.com/
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Sep 25, 2025 • 11min

Guilty for Pausing: ADHD Entrepreneurs Can’t Keep Sacrificing Themselves

André, The Impulsive Thinker™, takes a real look at what it means to truly disconnect from your business and reconnect with yourself. In this short episode, André reflects on stepping away for a month, rediscovering his genuine self, and breaking free from people pleasing and perfection. He discusses how setting boundaries isn’t selfish—it’s needed for any ADHD Entrepreneur striving for clarity, focus, and energy. Tune in to hear how André's August off didn’t just recharge him, but gave him a new way to lead, work, and live authentically. Find out why protecting your time as an ADHD Entrepreneur matters more than you think.   🧠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.
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Sep 22, 2025 • 34min

Stop Pretending You’re Fine: ADHD Entrepreneurs Need Real Rest

André, The Impulsive Thinker™, welcomes back wealth advisor Fred Feistmann for a raw, honest conversation about taking real breaks and setting boundaries as an ADHD Entrepreneur. Three years after their first chat about time off, André shares how a month-long pause—after exhaustion and business changes—reset his focus, improved family connections, and cemented the importance of prioritizing mental health over hustle. Together, Fred and André talk about breaking the cycle of people-pleasing, sticking to scheduled downtime, and the impact it’s had on André’s business. This episode is for every ADHD Entrepreneur ready to rethink balance and create healthier habits.   🧠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: Fred Feistmann is a wealth advisor to successful families, bringing a wealth of diverse life experience to his role. His career began as a working cowboy in British Columbia, followed by time as a farrier, and later transitioning to manufacturing both on the shop floor and in design. Fred brings a unique, practical perspective rooted in varied backgrounds, fostering insightful conversations about personal and professional growth.
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Sep 18, 2025 • 10min

Drowning in Chaos: ADHD Entrepreneurs Deserve Real Rest

André, The Impulsive Thinker™, reflects on a powerful chat with Madeline Anderson about ADHD brains, overstimulation, and the challenge of finding real calm. This short episode is all about why nature matters for the growth mindset ADHD Entrepreneur—how heading outdoors, unplugging from tech, and moving your body can actually slow the mental chaos and bring a reset. Hear André’s personal experience with finding quiet (even underwater!) and why movement makes all the difference. If you’re looking for ways to bring more clarity and calm into your life as an Entrepreneur with ADHD, 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.

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