Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with ADHD, ADD

Dave sits down with Russell Kramer, author of the book Hocus Focus- Coming of age with ADD and its medicines. Russell owns and operates a contracting business and tells his story of growing up taking medication for his ADD and why he decided to stop taking meds. To be clear, Russell is not anti-ADHD medication but has learned how to thrive as a self-employed contractor without meds. Russell talks about why he wrote this book and what people can learn from his story. In the book, he talks about critical self-awareness and as he says, coming of age. Russell uses the term growing into his ADD when discussing learning how to thrive. Along with Russell's story, he talks about how he manages his business as a self-employed contractor. Russell discusses everything from how important it is to keep track of his numbers through proper bookkeeping, keeping logs of his day and keeping track of time. He also discusses how he manages his project lists which are critical to finishing jobs and how he breaks down projects. And he talks about how important it is for those of us with adult ADHD to find our fit. Find Russell’s book here: https://a.co/d/0YTuCkk **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  

Explore how mobile phones can be used as effective tools for managing adult ADHD, including alarms, timers, dictation, and the Pomodoro app. Discover the potential of the Pomodoro technique for increased productivity and the use of apps like Evernote, Notion, and Asana for task and project management. Learn about tracking food, movement, and heart rate, as well as utilizing health and mindfulness apps to improve focus and productivity.

Learn how to manage teams in the workplace when you have ADHD, including time blocking, setting boundaries, and improving communication. Discover the benefits of clear communication, seeking clarity, and working with a mentor. Explore strategies for navigating management and leadership responsibilities with ADHD, including seeking help and implementing systems.

Learn street-smart tips to minimize being late as an adult with ADHD. Discover the importance of setting alarms, respecting them, and preparing the night before. Get strategies for organizing tasks, prioritizing activities, and practicing mindfulness to reduce lateness. Perfect for busy professionals with ADHD.

Learn how to set achievable goals as an adult with ADHD. Understand the purpose of goal setting and how it can help take action and make progress. Discover the importance of setting small goals to build self-trust. Determine goals that align with personal values and authenticity. Explore the importance of planning, flexibility, and managing time effectively. Find out about an upcoming virtual training on goal planning and achievement.

Procrastination is discussed with questions to understand why you're doing it. The negative consequences of procrastination for adults with ADHD are explored. Key questions to overcome procrastination are shared. Taking immediate action and visualizing accomplishment are emphasized. Breaking tasks into smaller steps and using AI for ideas is discussed.

If you are an adult with ADHD and feel like you are either heading towards burnout or are already there, Dave has some quick advice and six must haves for starting the process of reducing burnout. Burnout is complex and even more complicated for busy adults with ADHD. And while burnout can take time to recover from, there are several ways to begin the process of reducing the feelings from burnout. Dave talks about these short pieces of advice in the beginning of his book Overcoming Burnout. These actions are meant to begin getting rid of burnout in your life. You can order Dave's book Overcoming Burnout here on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09WQ17T22

This podcast explores the challenges of time management for busy professionals with ADHD, including difficulties with estimating time and feeling constantly busy. It offers strategies for improving time management, such as using timers and alarms, setting deadlines, and establishing routines. By minimizing time blindness and implementing practical tips, busy professionals with ADHD can enhance productivity and reduce stress.

If you have listened to Overcoming Distractions for any length of time then you know Dave loves to focus on the basics of thriving with adult ADHD, especially for busy professionals. Managing and thriving with adult ADHD does not have to be complex and that's why Dave discusses 5 mission critical habits busy professionals, business owners, executives and others need to have in place. Have we talked about these before? Absolutely, but the basics of managing and thriving with adult ADHD need to be reinforced from time to time. If you need a quick road map on some of the basics to be following for busy professionals with ADHD, this podcast episode is a must listen. **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  

There's a lot more to understanding why adults with ADHD have bad days but Dave gives you 4 simple steps that you can follow if you find yourself having a bad day. Yes, simple! And one thing is important to remind yourself. Always be kind to yourself when you have a day that didn't go your way. Nothing good comes from beating yourself and making you feel guilty. Find out what else you can do to unpack a bad day when you are an adult with ADHD. And keep in mind, adults with ADHD do not have a monopoly on bad days. Everyone has them. More episodes to follow on how to minimize your bad days when you are an adult with ADHD. But start with these 4 steps.  **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