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The Impulsive Thinker

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May 16, 2024 • 11min

Harnessing ADHD's Interest-Based Powers for Success

André, The Impulsive Thinker, dives deep into the captivating concept of the interest-based nervous system as described by Dr. William Dodson in Episode 271. Whether you're navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship or just looking to understand more about how ADHD influences daily motivation and engagement, this episode sheds light on why certain tasks captures our attention while others don't. André shares relatable anecdotes and strategies, bringing clarity to ADHD entrepreneurs striving for personal growth and business success. Also enjoy: ADDitude Magazine Webinar Podcast. Check out the ADHD Transform Journey Program that is now available. We would like to hear from you!  Please send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@tacticalbts.com and join our mailing list here!  Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Check out our website at Tactical Breakthroughs. André Brisson can also be found on LinkedIn. You can find other Podcast Episodes here!
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May 13, 2024 • 30min

ADHD: An Interest-Based Nervous System Explained | Dr. William Dodson

André, The Impulsive Thinker welcomes Dr. William Dodson to explore the intricate workings of the ADHD nervous system, particularly focusing on the concept of interest-based activation, as opposed to importance-based, which dominates the neurotypical world. Together, they unpack how understanding and leveraging the unique triggers of the ADHD brain can significantly enhance productivity and satisfaction. Dr. Dodson provides practical insights into how those with ADHD can thrive by structuring their tasks and environments according to what naturally stimulates their engagement, shedding light on why traditional structures often feel restrictive or ineffective to them. Please check out the ADDitude Magazine Webinar Podcast. Check out the ADHD Transform Journey Program that is now available. We would like to hear from you!  Please send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@tacticalbts.com and join our mailing list here!  Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Check out our website at Tactical Breakthroughs. André Brisson can also be found on LinkedIn. You can find other Podcast Episodes here! Guest: Dr. William Dodson is a distinguished expert in the field of ADHD, known for his innovative and passionate approach to understanding and managing the condition. Having made significant contributions to the ADHD community through educational webinars and resources, Dr. Dodson's work centers on reframing ADHD as a unique configuration of the nervous system, often referring to it as an "interest-based nervous system." This approach has revolutionized the way ADHD is perceived by highlighting its positive aspects and how they can be leveraged for success, especially among entrepreneurs. With a keen interest in the intersection of passion and ADHD, Dr. Dodson has expanded the dialogue around the condition to include discussions on how intrinsic motivations can lead to high achievement and fulfillment. His insights are celebrated for giving many individuals a new perspective on their abilities and potential.
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May 9, 2024 • 11min

How to Restart (Not Starting Over)

In this authentic episode of The Impulsive Thinker, André, The Impulsive Thinker takes us on a personal journey through the unexpected shifts in his business landscape. Reflecting on the recent departures from his company, André examines the nuances of restarting a business versus starting from scratch. Sharing a slice of his life, André provides valuable insights into the resilience required to pivot back to an original vision. This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs navigating their own challenges, looking to regain control and refocus their energy to align with their foundational values and goals. Check out the ADHD Transform Journey Program that is now available. We would like to hear from you!  Please send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@tacticalbts.com and join our mailing list here!  Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Check out our website at Tactical Breakthroughs. André Brisson can also be found on LinkedIn. You can find other Podcast Episodes here!
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May 6, 2024 • 30min

Entrepreneurial Journey with ADHD | Amber Swope

Join André, The Impulsive Thinker, as he engages with Amber Swope, a dynamic ADHD Entrepreneur who navigates the ebbs and flows of building a successful consulting firm. They candidly discuss the intricacies of late ADHD diagnosis and the profound impact self-awareness has on personal and professional growth for entrepreneurs with ADHD. Check out the ADHD Transform Journey Program that is now available. We would like to hear from you!  Please send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@tacticalbts.com and join our mailing list here!  Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Check out our website at Tactical Breakthroughs. André Brisson can also be found on LinkedIn. You can find other Podcast Episodes here! Guest: Amber Swope found clarity and a path toward personal improvement in the midst of her coaching career. Initially skeptical, she embraced the idea of medication not as a limitation, but as a means of sharpening her focus. With a candid and experimental spirit, Amber bravely informed her team of her decision to try Adderall and sought their honest feedback after two weeks. Her team's response highlighted a noticeable change; Amber was more agenda-driven in team meetings and patient with dialogue, giving her colleagues the space they needed to express themselves. Such openness to self-betterment and commitment to effective leadership defines Amber's approach to her professional journey. Amber can be reached through LinkedIn, or through IP by Design LinkedIn, or website.
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May 2, 2024 • 12min

Accountability and Forgiveness in Relationships

Join André, The Impulsive Thinker, in this insightful episode of "The Impulsive Thinker Podcast," as he reflects on a profound discussion with Dan Holman in episode 267 about the delicate balance between accountability and forgiveness. He explores this continuum and its implications for both professional relationships and personal growth for the growth-minded ADHD entrepreneur. André reveals deep insights into conflict resolution and how the right mix of holding others accountable and offering forgiveness can impact our mental health and business relations. Check out the ADHD Transform Journey Program that is now available. We would like to hear from you!  Please send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@tacticalbts.com and join our mailing list here!  Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Check out our website at Tactical Breakthroughs. André Brisson can also be found on LinkedIn. You can find other Podcast Episodes here!
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Apr 29, 2024 • 25min

Forgiveness and Accountability (Making Peace with Gray Areas) | Dan Holman

In this thought-provoking episode of The Impulsive Thinker, André, The Impulsive Thinker, sits down with Dan Holman to delve into a rich discussion on the spectrum of forgiveness and accountability. Aimed at the growth-minded ADHD entrepreneur, they explore how to balance these concepts to maintain personal integrity and foster business growth. This episode is a deep dive into conflict resolution, mental fortitude, and self-awareness, offering actionable insights for listeners navigating their entrepreneurial journey with ADHD. Check out the ADHD Transform Journey Program that is now available. We would like to hear from you!  Please send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@tacticalbts.com and join our mailing list here!  Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Check out our website at Tactical Breakthroughs. André Brisson can also be found on LinkedIn. You can find other Podcast Episodes here! Guest: Dan Holman is a reflective soul whose wisdom has been nurtured not within the walls of academia, but amidst the honest work of his farm. Eschewing personal acclaim, he credits his insights on human nature to countless conversations with friends and the occasional wisdom from a long-forgotten book. His approach to conflict and relationships—forgiveness versus accountability—is a philosophy born from real-life musings, particularly highlighted during a drive with his friend John around his farm. Through thoughtful dialogue, Dan explores life's social intricacies, viewing our reactions to conflict as a spectrum, guiding others to find their balance in the rural backdrop that is both his home and his teacher. Dan can be reached through LinkedIn, Facebook, or his website.
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Apr 25, 2024 • 11min

Finding Opportunity in Friction: Transforming Business Challenges

Dive into an engaging episode of The Impulsive Thinker with André, The Impulsive Thinker,, where he discusses the powerful concept of "Just Add a Zero" and the innovative FILM strategy—Friction Identification to Leverage Market—from his conversation with entrepreneur Chad Jenkins in episode 265. This episode is a treasure trove for high-achieving ADHD entrepreneurs, exploring how to transform friction into opportunities for exponential growth and collaboration. Check out the ADHD Transform Journey Program that is now available. We would like to hear from you!  Please send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@tacticalbts.com and join our mailing list here!  Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Check out our website at Tactical Breakthroughs. André Brisson can also be found on LinkedIn. You can find other Podcast Episodes here!
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Apr 22, 2024 • 31min

Multiplying Your Mindset: Philosophy for ADHD Entrepreneurs | Chad Jenkins

André, The Impulsive Thinker, sits down with Chad Jenkins, maverick entrepreneur and author of "Just Add a Zero," for a game-changing conversation on expanding your entrepreneurial mindset. Drawing from Chad's creative business strategies and André's own experiences as an ADHD Entrepreneur, this episode is a deep dive into innovative thinking and exponential growth. Check out the ADHD Transform Journey Program that is now available. We would like to hear from you!  Please send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@tacticalbts.com and join our mailing list here!  Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Check out our website at Tactical Breakthroughs. André Brisson can also be found on LinkedIn. You can find other Podcast Episodes here! Guest: Chad Jenkins is a visionary entrepreneur whose unique approach to scaling businesses has set him apart in the world of innovation. From a young age, Chad exhibited a knack for exponential growth, an ability that he attributes to a simple yet profound principle he discovered at the tender age of eight—adding a zero. However, Chad is quick to clarify that the genuine potency of his strategy lies not just in numerical expansion, but in the transformative impact it has on one's mindset and operational tactics. Throughout his illustrious career, Chad has leveraged this foundational concept to drive remarkable success across multiple enterprises. His philosophy, rooted in an unorthodox interpretation of growth, has served as both a personal mantra and a professional toolkit. Friends, colleagues, and competitors alike have often marveled at Chad's ability to see beyond conventional increments of growth, instead creating leaps and bounds that redefine the possible. Chad's story is one of groundbreaking achievements, fueled by an early lesson in thinking big. His tenfold approach isn't simply about ambition; it's about reimagining the scale at which one can operate. Astute, bold, and relentlessly forward-thinking, Chad Jenkins stands as a testament to the idea that sometimes, the smallest of changes in perspective can lead to the grandest of transformations in reality. Chad can be reached through LinkedIn, www.chadtjenkins.com  or his website. Just add zero – press kit.
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Apr 18, 2024 • 12min

ADHD Entrepreneurship (Urgent Versus Emergency)

In this raw and relatable episode, André, The Impulsive Thinker, revisits the whirlwind of challenges faced when managing urgency within a high-stakes environment. Drawing from his own business upheavals, André unveils the strategies that help him prioritize effectively amidst chaos – a valuable take for ADHD entrepreneurs navigating the pressures of their ventures. Through personal anecdotes and practical tips, André deconstructs the art of staying in control when it seems like everything demands your immediate attention. Check out the ADHD Transform Journey Program that is now available. We would like to hear from you!  Please send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@tacticalbts.com and join our mailing list here!  Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Check out our website at Tactical Breakthroughs. André Brisson can also be found on LinkedIn. You can find other Podcast Episodes here!
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Apr 15, 2024 • 28min

Path to ADHD Entrepreneurial Success | Matt Erskine

Join André, The Impulsive Thinker, in this insightful episode of "The Impulsive Thinker Podcast," while he engages in an insightful conversation with Matt Erskine, the Managing Partner at Erskine and Erskine LLC and a principal at the Erskine Company. Matt Erskine shares his experience as an ADHD Entrepreneur in the world of law, demonstrating how ADHD traits can be leveraged for success in a professional environment. Check out the ADHD Transform Journey Program that is now available. We would like to hear from you!  Please send show ideas, questions, or feedback to podcast@tacticalbts.com and join our mailing list here!  Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Check out our website at Tactical Breakthroughs. André Brisson can also be found on LinkedIn. You can find other Podcast Episodes here! Guest: Matt Erskine carries on a proud family tradition as the fourth-generation trust and estates lawyer, a legacy that is embedded in his DNA. Specializing in handling the more unique aspects of family planning, Matt provides expert guidance to individuals with distinctive assets such as businesses, art collections, coin collections, and real estate. His keen eye for the extraordinary makes him a sought-after legal advisor for those with unconventional estate planning needs. Beyond crafting succession plans, Matt steps into the role of private trustee and trust protector, offering his clients a holistic approach to both personal and business planning. His expertise ensures that the wealth and treasures of the present are preserved and thoughtfully passed down through generations. Matt can be reached through LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. Gift: As a special gift to our listeners, Matt is offering a 15-minute free call.  Please email him to schedule.

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