

I'm Busy Being Awesome
Paula Engebretson
How do I increase my productivity and decrease distractions? Is it possible to reclaim my time? How can I get more organized? And can I do it all with ADHD?
Welcome to the I’m Busy Being Awesome Podcast, where we dive into each of these questions and so much more.
Every week, life coach and ADHDer Paula Engebretson brings you her best strategies to boost your productivity, manage your time, get organized, and follow through on your goals.
Whether you're a fellow ADHDer, you identify with ADHD tendencies, or you simply want to take your productivity to the next level, this podcast is for you.
Are you busy being awesome?
Welcome to the I’m Busy Being Awesome Podcast, where we dive into each of these questions and so much more.
Every week, life coach and ADHDer Paula Engebretson brings you her best strategies to boost your productivity, manage your time, get organized, and follow through on your goals.
Whether you're a fellow ADHDer, you identify with ADHD tendencies, or you simply want to take your productivity to the next level, this podcast is for you.
Are you busy being awesome?
Episodes
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Nov 7, 2022 • 25min
Episode 172: Procrastination, ADHD, And The Intellectual Yes
In This Episode, You Will Discover… An often-overlooked reason why we struggle with procrastination The difference between an “intellectual yes” and a “full body yes” How to move through the procrastination and into action Learn more about We’re Busy Being Awesome here Links From The Podcast Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADHD resources here Get the I’m Busy Being Awesome Planning System here Get the Podcast Roadmap here Subscribe And Review Do you want to be the first to know when a new episode drops? You got it! Click over to iTunes, select “Listen on Apple Podcasts,” and then click the “subscribe” button. Also, if you love the podcast, would you be a rockstar and leave me a review? Reviews help others find the show and allow me to share my message even further. Thanks, friend!

Oct 31, 2022 • 29min
Episode 171: The Process of Change & Making It Yours
In This Episode, You Will Discover: Why we feel pressure to make changes quickly Three main ways we navigate change How to slow down and enjoy the process Learn more about We’re Busy Being Awesome here Links From The Podcast Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADHD resources here Get the I’m Busy Being Awesome Planning System here Get the Podcast Roadmap here

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Oct 24, 2022 • 39min
Episode 170: How To Make (And Stick To) A Routine WIth ADHD
Discover the benefits of establishing routines, strategies to make them stick, and the impact of routines on individuals with ADHD. Explore the difference between routines and habits and the importance of personalized routines that work for each individual's unique brain. Learn practical tips for creating realistic and achievable routines.

Oct 17, 2022 • 31min
Episode 169: 8 Strategies To Improve Your Delegation Skills (Part 2)
In This Episode, You Will Discover… How to identify potential areas for delegation What tasks to delegate and what ones to keep Strategies for effective delegation Specific approaches to delegate both at work and at home Learn more about We’re Busy Being Awesome here Links From The Podcast Learn about Yolanda's work here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADHD resources here Get the I’m Busy Being Awesome Planning System here Get the Podcast Roadmap here

Oct 10, 2022 • 32min
Episode 168: How To Delegate When You Have ADHD Part 1
In This Episode, You Will Discover The six main reasons we struggle with delegation How to know when it’s time to delegate How to reduce feelings of overwhelm when it comes to delegating Learn more about We’re Busy Being Awesome here Links From The Podcast Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADHD resources here Get the I’m Busy Being Awesome Planning System here Get the Podcast Roadmap here Subscribe And Review Do you want to be the first to know when a new episode drops? You got it! Click over to iTunes, select “Listen on Apple Podcasts,” and then click the “subscribe” button. Also, if you love the podcast, would you be a rockstar and leave me a review? Reviews help others find the show and allow me to share my message even further. Thanks, friend!

Oct 3, 2022 • 22min
Episode 167: How To Reduce Attention Residue With ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover… What attention residue is How to recognize when it shows up Strategies to reduce attention residue and increase focus Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here! Links From The Podcast Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADHD resources here Get the I’m Busy Being Awesome Planning System here Get the Podcast Roadmap here Listen to Episode 43: How to Increase Your Efficiency with Batch Work Check out the Freedom app here.* Affiliate link: try the app for free – no credit card required.

Sep 26, 2022 • 31min
Episode 166: Effectiveness Vs. Efficiency And The ADHD Brain
In This Episode, You Will Discover How To… The essential difference between effectiveness and efficiency Why both are key for increased productivity How to optimize both in your life Join us in We’re Busy Being Awesome here 🎉 Links From The Podcast Get the Podcast Roadmap here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Get the I’m Busy Being Awesome Planning System here Check out the Freedom app here

Sep 19, 2022 • 49min
Episode 165: Procrastiworking, Constraint, RSD, and Overwhelm - an ADHD coaching call
Topics discussed include procrastiworking, decision-making, RSD, and overwhelm. Strategies for navigating each obstacle are explored. The importance of reframing thoughts and creating awareness when feeling overwhelmed. Personal experiences with RSD and anxiety towards work are shared. Techniques for managing anxiety and practicing self-compassion are discussed.

Sep 12, 2022 • 35min
Episode 164: How Do I Accept My ADHD Diagnosis?
In This Episode, You Will Discover: Why it’s powerful to find acceptance in your ADHD diagnosis The eight stages I experienced in my own journey to acceptance How to learn from these stages and apply what’s supportive for your life Links From The Podcast Learn more about We’re Busy Being Awesome here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADHD resources here Get the I’m Busy Being Awesome Planning System here Get the Podcast Roadmap here Your Brain's Not Broken by Tamara Rosier A Radical Guide For Women With ADHD by Sari Solden ADHD 2.0 by Edward Hallowell Taking Charge of Adult ADHD by Russell Barkley Get the full show notes here

Sep 5, 2022 • 29min
Episode 163: How To Optimize A Flexible Work Schedule With ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover… The impact of creating structure within a flexible schedule How to use your best hours when creating a schedule The importance of boundaries and breaks in helping you thrive in your work Links From The Podcast Learn more about We’re Busy Being Awesome here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Get the I’m Busy Being Awesome Planning System here Get the Podcast Roadmap here