
I'm Busy Being Awesome
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?
Latest episodes

Mar 11, 2024 • 33min
Episode 242: The Goal Setting & Dopamine Connection for ADHD Brains
Explore the relationship between goal setting and dopamine for ADHD brains, discover a 5-step process for setting ADHD-friendly goals, understand the challenges of traditional goal-setting approaches, and learn strategies for celebrating small wins and reframing the narrative around goals for individuals with ADHD.

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Mar 4, 2024 • 29min
Episode 241: Understanding Transition Time - The Missing Piece in ADHD Productivity
In This Episode, You Will Discover The often-overlooked challenge of transition time in ADHD. How the challenge of transitions shifts depending on our season. Strategies to ease cognitive demands, streamline workflows, and embrace transition time for greater effectiveness and efficiency. Links From The Podcast Learn more about We’re Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching 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 Get the ADHD Routine Revamp here Episode 167: How To Reduce Attention Residue Leave IBBA A Rating & Review! If you enjoy the podcast, would you be a rockstar and leave a review? Doing so helps others find the show and spreads these tools to even more people. Go to Apple Podcasts Click on the I’m Busy Being Awesome podcast Scroll down to the bottom of the page, where you see the reviews. Simply tap five stars; that's it! Bonus points if you're willing to leave a few sentences sharing what you enjoy about the podcast or a key takeaway from the episode you just heard. Thanks, friend!

Feb 26, 2024 • 34min
Episode 240: Pareto’s Principle (the 80/20 Rule) - A Powerful Mindset for ADHD Brains
Discover how Pareto's Principle, the 80/20 Rule, can support ADHD brains, learn specific strategies for implementing the rule in daily life, and explore the benefits of prioritizing crucial tasks for enhanced productivity and goal achievement.

Feb 19, 2024 • 54min
Episode 239: Perfectionism, Imposter Syndrome, Decisions, & ADHD Acceptance
In This Episode, You Will Discover How To Stop jumping from task to task and stay focused on the project that matters most to you. Identify the sneaky ways perfectionism keeps you stuck and start taking action anyway. Make confident decisions, even with lots of moving pieces. Support yourself through the process of accepting your ADHD. Links From The Podcast Join We’re Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching 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 Get the ADHD Routine Revamp here Leave IBBA A Rating & Review! If you enjoy the podcast, would you be a rockstar and leave a review? Doing so helps others find the show and spreads these tools to even more people. Go to Apple Podcasts Click on the I’m Busy Being Awesome podcast Scroll down to the bottom of the page, where you see the reviews. Simply tap five stars; that's it! Bonus points if you're willing to leave a few sentences sharing what you enjoy about the podcast or a key takeaway from the episode you just heard. Thanks, friend! *Some of the links included are affiliate links, which means I will earn a commission if you purchase through them. I only recommend resources and products that I personally use and love. Thanks for your support!

Feb 12, 2024 • 31min
Episode 238: Why It's Hard To Follow Through On A Plan & What To Do About It
In This Episode, You Will Discover Why we avoid our schedules and get stuck in Later Land Common traps to avoid A simple, 3-step process to dive in and take action on your plans today Links From The Podcast Learn more about We’re Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching 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 Get the ADHD Routine Revamp here Leave IBBA A Rating & Review! If you enjoy the podcast, would you be a rockstar and leave a review? Doing so helps others find the show and spreads these tools to even more people. Go to Apple Podcasts Click on the I’m Busy Being Awesome podcast Scroll down to the bottom of the page, where you see the reviews. Simply tap five stars; that’s it! Bonus points if you’re willing to leave a few sentences sharing what you enjoy about the podcast or a key takeaway from the episode you just heard. Thanks, friend!

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Feb 5, 2024 • 35min
Episode 237: ADHD Email Management Tips To Master Your Inbox
In This Episode, You Will Discover A powerful framework to manage your emails Simple strategies to increase your inbox efficiency How to implement these action steps in your life today Links From The Podcast Learn more about We’re Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching 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 Take the ADHD Routine Revamp here Leave IBBA A Rating & Review! If you enjoy the podcast, would you be a rockstar and leave a review? Doing so helps others find the show and spreads these tools to even more people. Go to Apple Podcasts Click on the I’m Busy Being Awesome podcast Scroll down to the bottom of the page, where you see the reviews. Simply tap five stars; that’s it! Bonus points if you’re willing to leave a few sentences sharing what you enjoy about the podcast or a key takeaway from the episode you just heard. Thanks, friend!

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Jan 29, 2024 • 35min
Episode 236: How To Categorize Emails and Manage Your Inbox to Reduce Stress
In This Episode, You Will Discover How to handle the ever-increasing “unread” email count. Sorting important information from digital clutter. Finding time to read the emails you actually want to read. Links From The Podcast Learn more about We’re Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching 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 Episode 208: How to Zoom In & Get Specific with ADHD Must-Know Email Statistics & Trends Leave IBBA A Rating & Review! If you enjoy the podcast, would you be a rockstar and leave a review? Doing so helps others find the show and spreads these tools to even more people. Go to Apple Podcasts Click on the I’m Busy Being Awesome podcast Scroll down to the bottom of the page, where you see the reviews. Simply tap five stars; that’s it! Bonus points if you’re willing to leave a few sentences sharing what you enjoy about the podcast or a key takeaway from the episode you just heard. Thanks, friend!

Jan 22, 2024 • 36min
Episode 235: The Power of Solution Focused Questions for an ADHD Brain
Discover the power of solution-focused questions in breaking free from indecision and promoting problem-solving. Explore how it can help an ADHD brain shift focus towards actionable steps for growth. Learn how it promotes personal growth and prevents comparison with others. Discover the importance of answering the questions your brain asks and explore the benefits of solution-focused questions for individuals with ADHD.

Jan 15, 2024 • 28min
Episode 234: Hyperfocus in Adults with ADHD - The Ultimate Guide
In This Episode, You Will Discover What hyperfocus is The pros and cons of hyperfocus for adults with ADHD How to leverage hyperfocus in our lives. Links From The Podcast Access the Focus & Concentration course here Get the Time Timer here Learn more about We’re Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching 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 Hyperfocus: The Forgotten Frontier Episodes 219 & 220: The ADHD Burnout Cycle Leave IBBA A Rating & Review! If you enjoy the podcast, would you be a rockstar and leave a review? Doing so helps others find the show and spreads these tools to even more people. Go to Apple Podcasts Click on the I’m Busy Being Awesome podcast Scroll down to the bottom of the page, where you see the reviews. Simply tap five stars; that's it! Bonus points if you're willing to leave a few sentences sharing what you enjoy about the podcast or a key takeaway from the episode you just heard. Thanks, friend!

Jan 8, 2024 • 27min
Episode 233: Goal Setting & Planning to 'Fail' for Adults with ADHD
In This Episode, You Will Discover New ways to intentionally redefine failure The power of planning to fail effectively A simple approach to support yourself and your goals to make them inevitable Links From The Podcast Learn more about We’re Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching 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 Get the Word Of The Year Workbook here Episodes Mentioned In The Podcast Episode 231: An ADHD Guide to Creating Structure During Holidays Episode #156: How to Follow Through When You Have ADHD Leave IBBA A Rating & Review! If you enjoy the podcast, would you be a rockstar and leave a review? Doing so helps others find the show and spreads these tools to even more people. Go to Apple Podcasts Click on the I’m Busy Being Awesome podcast Scroll down to the bottom of the page, where you see the reviews. Simply tap five stars; that's it! Bonus points if you're willing to leave a few sentences sharing what you enjoy about the podcast or a key takeaway from the episode you just heard. Thanks, friend!