The ADHD Skills Lab

James Laughlin, a seven-time world-champion musician and bestselling author, discusses practical habits for ADHD individuals. He emphasizes the importance of clarity for avoiding distractions and setting realistic goals. James shares insights on rewiring limiting beliefs and the necessity of saying no to enhance focus. He dives into motivation strategies linked to dopamine release, the significance of accountability, and the power of incremental progress. Listeners will learn how to structure their lives for high performance without burnout.

William Curb, creator of Hacking Your ADHD, joins to tackle the surprising benefits of exercise for ADHD. He discusses how physical activity can reduce anxiety and improve emotional regulation, highlighting brain mechanisms like dopamine release that support mood. They explore the best types and frequencies of exercise for both anxiety and depression. Curb emphasizes that any movement helps and offers practical tips for getting started, even for those with mobility limits. This conversation blends research and relatable advice tailored for ADHD management.

Join Ryan Brazzell, an entrepreneur and AI strategist, as he discusses how ADHD founders can leverage AI to enhance focus and reduce overwhelm. Drawing from his own journey, Ryan shares how systems transformed his productivity. He explores the balance between automation and maintaining control, and highlights practical tips for effectively delegating tasks to AI. With insights on the future of work, Ryan emphasizes the importance of human intuition alongside AI advancements, making it a must-listen for visionaries ready to reclaim their mental space.

In this discussion, guest William Curb, creator of Hacking Your ADHD, dives into early ADHD symptoms in preschoolers. He shares insights from a study on the links between time perception, working memory, and academic success. Will explains why spotting ADHD at a young age is essential and explores the challenges of assessment. They discuss innovative testing methods, including measuring delay aversion and time perception, and how these factors significantly predict future learning difficulties. Practical strategies for improving time management in children are also highlighted.

Dr. Jacquelyne Read, an award-winning chemistry professor and ADHD advocate, shares her journey from postdoc struggles to tenure-track success. She discusses actionable strategies like breaking down overwhelming tasks and creating focus routines that helped her win a prestigious publication award. Jacquelyne emphasizes the importance of personalized systems and reframing expectations to turn ADHD traits into strengths. This conversation is a treasure trove for anyone in academia or leadership looking to thrive amidst chaos.

In this enlightening discussion, guest William Curb, co-host from Hacking Your ADHD, dives into a groundbreaking Swedish study revealing that women are diagnosed with ADHD nearly four years later than men. They explore cultural stereotypes and societal expectations that contribute to this disparity. The conversation shines a light on the hidden costs of delayed diagnosis, like anxiety and depression, and emphasizes the need for improved ADHD awareness and support for women. It's a vital exploration into understanding and addressing gender biases in mental health!

William Curb, from Hacking Your ADHD, dives into the intriguing world of hot and cold executive functions and their effects on decision-making in ADHD brains. He explains why stress can lead to forgetfulness and how emotions can hijack logic. The conversation also touches on a promising yet preliminary study involving brain stimulation techniques aimed at enhancing executive function. Get insights into how emotional states influence productivity and self-control, making it a must-listen for anyone navigating ADHD.

In this episode, Skye is joined by Matt Verlaque, SaaS founder, entrepreneur, and author, to unpack how to scale a business when your brain is wired for big ideas and fast starts, but struggles with structure.From leading startups to building founder-focused systems, Matt shares the powerful rhythms, habits, and metrics that have helped hundreds of founders go from feeling overwhelmed to fully in control of their businesses.What we cover:The 5 numbers every ADHD founder actually needs to trackHow to scale without nuking your team or yourselfMatt’s system for turning random thoughts into repeatable strategyChaos management for the hyperactive executive Family, boundaries, and surviving the startup tornadoConnect with Matt:Follow Matt on Instagram: @mattverlaqueExplore The Precision Method: Precision.coCheck out the bestselling book Software as a Science: Unlock Limitless Recurring Revenue Without Losing Control. Co-authored with Dan Martell, Johnny Page, and Marcel Petitpas: softwarebook.comP.S. If you feel like the bottleneck in your business and life feels like chaos, click here to apply for a call with me. We’ll discuss your struggles and explore systems to support you in growing without the overwhelm.

William Curb, co-host of the Research Recaps series from Hacking Your ADHD, dives into the intriguing world of the default mode network and its peculiar relationship with ADHD. He discusses how this brain region doesn’t always shut down in ADHD individuals, affecting focus. The conversation also covers the benefits of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in altering brain connectivity and highlights the genetic factors influencing attention. Plus, there's a look at how untreated ADHD can complicate life and work, emphasizing the need for effective treatment.

Delegating tasks can feel daunting, especially for those with ADHD. Discover why letting go feels risky and how to stop gatekeeping your own business. Learn a 5-step system to delegate effectively without micromanaging. Understand the reasons your team might not be as helpful as they could be. This discussion offers practical strategies to ease overwhelm and boost productivity, enabling you to work less while empowering your team.