

The Impulsive Thinker
André Brisson - High Achieving 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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Jun 19, 2025 • 11min
Why ADHD Medication Isn’t a Quick Fix for Entrepreneurs
André, The Impulsive Thinker™, digs into the realities of ADHD medication resistance and titration, reflecting on insights from Dr. Dodson’s recent visit. As an ADHD Entrepreneur, you know there’s no one-size-fits-all with meds—André shares his personal journey through medication trials, dosage adjustments, and the hunt for that elusive “right fit.” This quick-hit episode breaks down why ADHD medication isn’t a fix-all, but a tool to level the neurological playing field. Listen in for practical strategies on working with your practitioner, setting targets, and owning your ADHD journey—because growth-minded Entrepreneurs deserve clarity, not shortcuts. www.dodsonadhdtreatment.com 🧠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. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 💻Check out our website.

Jun 16, 2025 • 32min
Behind the ADHD Blood-Brain Barrier: Surprising Truths for Entrepreneurs
André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with renowned adult ADHD psychiatrist Dr. William Dodson to tackle the confusing process of ADHD medication management for Entrepreneurs. Together, they break down why finding the right medication and dose is far from one-size-fits-all. Dr. Dodson reveals why targeting specific symptoms, understanding the blood-brain barrier, and personalized titration matter more than body weight or standard protocols. Discover what ADHD meds can—and cannot—actually do, how to think about “target symptoms,” and why collaboration with your prescriber matters. If you’re an ADHD Entrepreneur struggling to dial in your meds, this episode is a must-listen. 🧠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. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 💻Check out our website. Guest: Dr. William Dodson is a board-certified adult psychiatrist and was among the first practitioners to specialize in adults with ADHD more than 25 years ago. Named a Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association in 2012 for his work with adult ADHD, Dr. Dodson brings decades of dedication, expertise, and advocacy to improving the lives of individuals navigating ADHD in adulthood. www.dodsonadhdtreatment.com

Jun 12, 2025 • 10min
Breaking the Stigma: ADHD Medication and Entrepreneur Growth
This short solo episode, André, The Impulsive Thinker™, gets personal about why so many ADHD Entrepreneurs resist taking medication, drawing from a deep-dive discussion with Dr. Dodson. André shares his own initial doubts, the stigma around ADHD meds, fears about losing creativity, and the myth of the “miracle pill.” He also talks about the real risks of untreated ADHD, like higher accident rates and isolation, and explores why some parents hesitate to medicate their kids. Looking for hard facts, real-life perspective, and honest talk? This episode is for every growth-minded ADHD Entrepreneur weighing their options on medication. 🧠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. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 💻Check out our website.

Jun 9, 2025 • 33min
Should You Resist ADHD Medication? Rethinking Treatment for Entrepreneurs | Dr. William Dodson
In this enlightening discussion, Dr. William Dodson, a board-certified psychiatrist with over 25 years of experience, tackles the common resistance to ADHD medication. He shines a light on the myths surrounding treatments, emphasizing the severe consequences of untreated ADHD. Dr. Dodson shares insights on societal stigmas, the importance of informed decision-making, and the balance between medication and therapy in managing ADHD. His expertise empowers entrepreneurs and individuals to navigate their treatment journeys with clarity and confidence.

Jun 5, 2025 • 11min
Doing Too Much: How ADHD Entrepreneurs Overparent Without Realizing It
André, The Impulsive Thinker™, reflects on his chat with Vivian Glyck, founder of Just Like My Child Foundation and creator of Project Grit, to tackle the tough realities of supporting adolescents through mental health struggles. In this episode, you’ll hear about Vivian’s honest experiences as a parent and caretaker — how overparenting can get in the way of growth, why boundaries matter, and the invisible toll mental health takes on families. They also challenge common misconceptions and building resilience in neurodivergent kids. If you’re an ADHD Entrepreneur navigating mental health — yours or a loved one’s — this episode’s loaded with perspective and practical insight. 🧠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. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 💻Check out our website. Just Like My Child Foundation: www.JustLikeMyChild.org

Jun 2, 2025 • 33min
ADHD Parenting Without Control: Why Letting Go Works Better | Vivian Glyck
André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Vivian Glyck, founder of the Just Like My Child Foundation, to talk about the tough realities of parenting and supporting loved ones with mental health struggles, especially for the ADHD Entrepreneur. Vivian reveals her personal journey, learning to let go, set boundaries, and focus on self-care—lessons that made a real difference in her family. Discover why over-involvement and constant “fixing” might hold everyone back, and how true resilience is built. This honest conversation gives Entrepreneurs real-life strategies to support the anxious generation, while making sure you don’t burn out in the process. 🧠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. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 💻Check out our website. Guest: Vivian Glyck is the founder of the Just Like My Child Foundation, launched in 2006 to empower thousands of girls in Africa to stay in school and thrive through the Girl Power Project and global humanitarian leadership. Inspired by her own experiences as a mother, Vivian has dedicated her work to creating positive, lasting impact for adolescent girls in Uganda and India. She is also the creator of the Project Grit initiative, which focuses on building resilience and mental health support for both children and their caretakers. www.projectgrit.com badmomshow.com https://www.justlikemychild.org/

May 29, 2025 • 12min
The 2E Blind Spot: What ADHD Parents and Kids Are Missing
André, The Impulsive Thinker™, reflects on his recent talk with Dr. Norrine Russell about raising 2E (twice exceptional) kids—children identified as both gifted and neurodivergent, like those with ADHD. Drawing from his own parenting experiences and growth as an ADHD Entrepreneur, André pours out the real challenges: mismatched intellectual and emotional development, the myths around giftedness, and why letting kids be kids matters. This short episode unpacks the struggle with expectations and emotional regulation, giving ADHD Entrepreneurs and parents practical insights into supporting their gifted kids—without making them grow up too fast. Dive in for a fresh perspective on 2E parenting. 🧠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. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 💻Check out our website.

May 26, 2025 • 31min
Gifted but Struggling: What 2E ADHD Kids Really Need | Dr. Norrine Russell
André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Dr. Norrine Russell to break down the often misunderstood world of twice-exceptional (2e) kids—those who are both gifted and neurodiverse, like having ADHD or autism. If you’re an ADHD Entrepreneur or parent who’s puzzled by how intelligence and emotional challenges can clash, this episode’s for you. André and Dr. Russell dig into what “gifted” really means, why intellect doesn’t guarantee maturity, and how to better support 2e kids—and adults—at home or work. Get ready to rethink assumptions and learn why emotional growth doesn’t always keep pace with sharp brains. 🧠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. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 💻Check out our website. Guest: Dr. Norrine Russell is the founder of Russell Coaching for Students, specializing in supporting complex students who are twice exceptional (2e), with strengths in giftedness, ADHD, autism, or anxiety. She is the author of "Asking the Right Questions Before, During and After Your Child’s ADHD Diagnosis." Dr. Russell holds a Ph.D. with a focus on psychology and education and brings over 20 years of experience in youth and parent development to her work.

May 22, 2025 • 12min
Stop Doing It All: Hire Your Weaknesses and Focus Your ADHD Strengths
André, The Impulsive Thinker™, reflects on his discussion with Dr. Atul Khullar to tackle the unique leadership paradox faced by the ADHD Entrepreneur. He digs into why crisis mode feels like home for many ADHD brains, and how thriving on constant novelty can both build and burn a business. André gets personal, sharing his own struggles with routine tasks, delegation, and hiring for his weaknesses. This episode is packed with honest advice on building a strong team, creating clear systems, and managing mental energy for long-term success. If you want to lead better as an ADHD Entrepreneur, you don’t want to miss this. 🧠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. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 💻Check out our website.

May 19, 2025 • 28min
Delegation or Disaster: The ADHD Entrepreneur’s Turning Point | Dr. Atul Khullar
André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Dr. Atul Khullar, medical director and psychiatry professor, to get real about being an ADHD Entrepreneur in a leadership role. Why do some thrive in crisis but fumble with daily tasks? From the dopamine-driven hunt for excitement to the struggle with boring systems and routine, this episode explores how ADHD leaders can harness their strengths, avoid constant crisis mode, and build the right support team. Hear honest insights about team burnout, vision bombing, delegating, and the huge difference that clear communication and prioritization can make for Entrepreneurs with ADHD. 🧠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. 👂🏼We want to hear from you! Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback Here. 📰Join the Impulsive Thoughts newsletter. 🔗Connect with me on LinkedIn. 💻Check out our website. Guest: Dr. Atul Khullar is the Medical Director of the Northern Alberta Sleep Clinic and serves as an Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Alberta. With extensive experience in psychiatry, Dr. Khullar brings a depth of knowledge to the discussion of ADHD, particularly as it relates to leadership. His work focuses on practical approaches for managing ADHD in daily life and professional environments, helping individuals and organizations harness their strengths for greater productivity and well-being.