Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with ADHD, ADD
David A Greenwood
Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with Adult ADHD takes a street-smart approach to managing adult ADHD. This is THE podcast for busy professional adults, including business owners, entrepreneurs, CEO's, marketing and creative professionals and even PHD's with demanding workloads.
The podcast is an excellent resource for any adult, especially individuals looking for strategies and tactics to create better circumstances in their professional lives.
If you're a small business owner with ADHD and other life responsibilities, this is the perfect podcast to help you navigate the ups and downs of business and life with ADHD.
Every week host David Greenwood, author of the book by the same name, has experts in the field of adult ADHD as well as other entrepreneurs with ADHD. Every episode is packed with solutions and methodical approaches to having a better life with ADHD.
The podcast covers productivity, navigating workloads, how to manage yourself in a chaotic work environment, and burnout. And MUCH more!
Entrepreneurs and business owners with ADHD share their insights and approaches with Dave regularly on the podcast. How did they do it and what do they need to have in place to be successful? Those answers can be found in the podcast.
There are also many episodes with just Dave, who shares his thoughts as a busy entrepreneur with ADHD. Dave Greenwood has been both an entrepreneur for decades and an executive at one of the most recognized brands in the world, doing it all with ADHD.
This is not a Q&A or a stuffy podcast. Every time you hit the download button, you'll feel like you're having a cup of coffee or a pint of your favorite beer with Dave and/for his guests.
The podcast is an excellent resource for any adult, especially individuals looking for strategies and tactics to create better circumstances in their professional lives.
If you're a small business owner with ADHD and other life responsibilities, this is the perfect podcast to help you navigate the ups and downs of business and life with ADHD.
Every week host David Greenwood, author of the book by the same name, has experts in the field of adult ADHD as well as other entrepreneurs with ADHD. Every episode is packed with solutions and methodical approaches to having a better life with ADHD.
The podcast covers productivity, navigating workloads, how to manage yourself in a chaotic work environment, and burnout. And MUCH more!
Entrepreneurs and business owners with ADHD share their insights and approaches with Dave regularly on the podcast. How did they do it and what do they need to have in place to be successful? Those answers can be found in the podcast.
There are also many episodes with just Dave, who shares his thoughts as a busy entrepreneur with ADHD. Dave Greenwood has been both an entrepreneur for decades and an executive at one of the most recognized brands in the world, doing it all with ADHD.
This is not a Q&A or a stuffy podcast. Every time you hit the download button, you'll feel like you're having a cup of coffee or a pint of your favorite beer with Dave and/for his guests.
Episodes
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Jun 15, 2024 • 31min
The importance of belonging in the workplace
One of the things that makes a career a better journey is when we have purpose, and we feel like we belong. Belonging is human and it's something we all crave. On this episode of Overcoming Distractions, we talk about belonging in the workplace and why it is so mission critical for all of us. Especially those with adult ADHD. Aga Bajer is a culture strategist and works with organizations to help a cultures evolve for the better. She works with leaders and teams across the globe to help improve culture. Aga is the founder of Culture Brained which is a community dedicated creating cultures that are synonymous with fun, meaning and belonging. Aga first starts telling us about Culture Brained and the important work the organization does. Dave talks with Aga about some of the bigger factors involved in people not feeling like they belong in any type of working Environment. Aga also discusses with Dave what happens to both the individual and the organization when the feeling of belonging is lost. That includes stress and in the long term feeling burned out for individuals. Aga talks with Dave about how an individual knows that they do truly belong in an environment such as a workplace and what those key indicators that give them comfort. And they also discuss how someone that looking to make a job or career change, and belonging is important, what should somebody look for and how do they go about that. How do we show up in a workplace that can make a difference? Aga answers this as well. Learn more about culture brained and Aga’s important work here. https://www.agabajer.com/
May 22, 2024 • 19min
Questions About Burnout and ADHD to Ask Yourself-Part 2
This is Part 2 of our series on questions to ask yourself if you have adult ADHD and feeling burned out. If you haven't listened to part one about burnout questions, go back one episode. Dave discusses 10 more questions you need to ask yourself to gain more self-awareness about feeling burned out as a busy adult with ADHD. Grab a notebook and a pen and get some self-awareness and understanding about yourself and your level of burnout and stress. **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min
May 18, 2024 • 21min
Questions About ADHD and Burnout to Ask Yourself-Part 1
In this episode we are discussing adult ADHD and burnout again because it is becoming more apparent that many busy professionals are going through some type of burnout. In this episode, Dave gives you 10 questions to ask yourself if you're approaching burnout, or you feel you are in full blown burnout mode. If you're experiencing stress in the workplace or even at home, and you think you may be heading towards burnout, these are some great questions to ask yourself. One of the biggest and most important things anybody can do when it comes to burnout is gain more self-awareness. This is part one of a two-part series about questions to ask yourself about ADHD and burnout. **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min
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May 15, 2024 • 20min
Is self-awareness your secret weapon with adult ADHD?
Learn how self-awareness can empower adults with ADHD to thrive in their careers and personal lives. Cultivate self-awareness through reflection, journaling, and mindfulness. Navigate challenges like double-booked meetings with regular assessments and adaptability. Promote positivity and seek support through coaching and mentorship for personal growth.
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May 4, 2024 • 35min
How to manage the fear of goal setting with adult ADHD
Dr. Fiona Peters discusses the challenges adults with ADHD face in goal setting, including obstacles like executive functions, habits, perfectionism, and rejection. She provides actionable tips for setting and achieving goals with an ADHD brain.
Apr 27, 2024 • 35min
Practicing kindness to ourselves as an adult with ADHD
Tara Cousineau Ph.D., author of The Kindness Cure, discusses the importance of self-compassion for adults with ADHD. She delves into how self-compassion can impact executive functions, the science behind it, and practical ways to implement kindness in our daily lives. The conversation also touches on the physical toll of stress and lack of self-compassion, offering insightful questions for self-reflection.
Apr 17, 2024 • 19min
The difference between assertive and aggressive when it comes to adult ADHD
Many adults with ADHD especially in the workplace have challenges speaking up for their wants and needs. In this episode Dave goes through some of the differences in how we speak up. Specifically, understanding that being assertive and aggressive is very different. And as you might imagine, being assertive and tactful, is the most effective way to express our needs in various situations. But if we don't speak up to our coworkers, leadership and our clients, many of us can have our wants and needs discounted and not met at all which only leads to feeling burned out and disrespected. Let's go through why being assertive and respectful can get you what you need if you are a professional and busy adult with ADHD. **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min
Apr 13, 2024 • 21min
Adult ADHD and Clarity- A Quick Playbook
In this podcast, Dave discusses the importance of clarity for adults with ADHD in various aspects of life, especially in careers and business. He emphasizes the impact of achieving clarity, asking the right questions, and understanding expectations to overcome challenges. Dave's quick playbook focuses on improving productivity, establishing repeatable processes, and embracing curiosity for success. Achieving clarity is vital for busy adults with ADHD to thrive in both personal and professional realms.
Apr 10, 2024 • 17min
A few common and irritating myths about adult ADHD we need to talk about
Let's chat about some of the adult ADHD myths out there. Dave has decided to have a little fun and, in this episode, discusses some of the more common and irritating myths about adult ADHD. are there more myths about ADHD? You bet! We know these ADHD myths are not true but it just goes to show all of us that we have a lot of work to do when it comes to creating awareness and educating others about the challenges many of us face. Are there good parts to adult ADHD? Of course, including creativity, out-of-the-box thinking and so much more. But many of us have our challenges and the myths surrounding adult ADHD sometimes have many people doubting us. So let's try to have a laugh and remember we still have work to do to dispel these adult ADHD myths. **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min
Apr 6, 2024 • 36min
Exploring and understanding different support systems for adults with ADHD
There are many ways that professional adults with ADHD can get the support they need to thrive in business and in life. In this episode of overcoming distractions, we go through some of the more popular methods for busy adults juggling life, family and business. Back on the podcast is Jeff Copper from Dig Coaching. Jeff and Dave discuss many ways adults can receive support through coaching and mentorship depending on their challenges and goals. They talk about some of the more effective ways of supporting busy adults with ADHD. Jeff discusses some of the more effective methods that adults with ADHD can take advantage of and how utilizing those techniques can support various breakthroughs. That includes various types of ADHD coaching and mentorship provided by professionals. Jeff Copper talks about a new methodology he is rolling out to help busy adults with ADHD obtain those desired outcomes and he walks us through how that works. He talks about how this might be different than more popular support systems for adults with ADHD and gives us a little bit of insight into how this helps people through their ADHD journey. And as always, Jeff and Dave give a few quick tips for busy professionals with ADHD to implement in our daily lives and begin to work on ourselves. You can find Jeff Copper and Dig Coaching here. www.digcoaching.com **Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min
