The ADHD CEO

Full Show Notes Here: https://linkly.link/2KJvTIn this conversation, Alyece Smith emphasizes the importance of overcoming self-doubt and the necessity of applying to speak at events like TEDx. She encourages aspiring speakers to recognize that every successful speaker once faced similar insecurities and that persistence is crucial in sharing their message. The discussion highlights the empowerment that comes from taking action and the impact one's message can have on others.Mentioned in this episode:⁠ADHDpreneur Academy⁠ – Build sustainable focus systems⁠Focused & Free Membership⁠ – Accountability for real rest⁠Flow First Book Waitlist⁠ – Learn the framework behind sustainable productivityFollow Alyece: Instagram → ⁠@socially.ausome⁠Website → ⁠sociallyausome.com⁠Podcast → The ADHD CEOIn this conversation, Alyece Smith emphasizes the importance of overcoming self-doubt and the necessity of applying to speak at events like TEDx. She encourages aspiring speakers to recognize that every successful speaker once faced similar insecurities and that persistence is crucial in sharing their message. The discussion highlights the empowerment that comes from taking action and the impact one's message can have on others.TakeawaysEvery TEDx speaker you've ever seen was also someone sitting where you're sitting right now.You don't need permission to speak.You need to apply. The worst thing that happens is they say no.Eventually, they say yes, and your message will reach people who desperately need to hear it.Take up space or be more qualified or more polished or more certain.Apply anyway, despite your doubts.Your message will reach people who need it.Persistence is key in public speaking.Don't wait for permission to share your story.Every 'no' brings you closer to a 'yes'.Sound bites"Apply anyway, despite your doubts.""You don't need permission to speak.""Take up space and share your voice."Chapters00:00 Overcoming Self-Doubt in Public Speaking00:29 The Emotional Experience: Standing on the TEDx StageTEDx, public speaking, self-doubt, persistence, personal growth, communication, empowerment, motivation, storytelling, confidence

Full Show Notes Here: https://linkly.link/2GmKoYou finally get into flow. Your brain’s firing on all cylinders. You’re unstoppable.So you push harder. You stay up until 2 AM, knocking out everything you can.....because who knows when this kind of focus will come back again?Then the crash hits.You wake up foggy, fried, and useless for three days.This is The Focus Trap and it’s the #1 reason ADHD entrepreneurs burn out faster than anyone else.In this 12-minute episode, Alyece breaks down:💥 Why ADHD brains don’t give warning signs before burnout💥 How the boom-bust cycle wrecks your productivity💥 What “working with your nervous system” actually means💥 Five ADHD-friendly strategies to harness hyperfocus without collapsing afterward🎧 Listen if you’ve ever said, “I finally had a good day...so I overdid it.”Mentioned in this episode:ADHDpreneur Academy – Build sustainable focus systemsFocused & Free Membership – Accountability for real restFlow First Book Waitlist – Learn the framework behind sustainable productivityFollow Alyece:Instagram → @socially.ausomeWebsite → sociallyausome.comPodcast → The ADHD CEO

Full Blog + Resources:https://sociallyausome.com/post/episode-186-business-systems-failingYou spent 3 hours building the perfect Notion workflow. Used it for 2 days. Now it's digital dust while you're back to chaos.Sound familiar?The problem isn't you. It's that neurotypical business systems assume you have consistent executive function, reliable working memory, and can follow multi-step processes. ADHD brains? That's not us.In This Episode:✨ Why you keep abandoning every system you create✨ The 3 limiting beliefs keeping you stuck in chaos✨ What the business world gets wrong about systems✨ The 5-strategy framework for lazy systems that stick✨ How to build your "external brain" so you stop relying on memoryKey Strategies:→ The "If This, Then That" Rule→ Maximum Three-Step Rule→ Build for 30% Brain Capacity→ External Brain System→ Lazy Automation ApproachStop trying to maintain complex systems. Start building embarrassingly simple ones that work even when you forget they exist.Join ADHDpreneur AcademyGet the systems, templates & support to build a business that works with your brain: adhdpreneuracademy.comInstagram: @socially.ausomeSecret Podcast: bit.ly/adhdsecretpodcast

Full Shownotes Here: https://linkly.link/2G5ihEver spiral after a client leaves you on “read,” someone unfollows you, or a post flops? That gut-punch feeling isn’t just being “too sensitive.” It’s Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) ... a neurological response that hits ADHD entrepreneurs hard.In this episode, Alyece breaks down how RSD shows up in business, why your brain reacts like it’s under attack, and how to build practical systems to keep your business moving even when your emotions flare up. 💥TakeawaysRSD is a neurological response, not just emotional sensitivity.ADHD entrepreneurs often struggle with perceived rejection.Criticism can feel like a personal attack due to RSD.It's essential to differentiate between fact and feeling.Not all feedback is constructive or useful.Building systems can help manage RSD effectively.Visibility in business can increase fear of criticism.Creating a support network is crucial for handling feedback.Embracing sensitivity can enhance business success.Implementing strategies gradually prevents overwhelm.Sound Bites"You can learn how to work with it.""Criticism isn't the same as rejection.""Not all feedback is useful."Resources/Links Mentioned:ADHDpreneur AcademyBuild RSD-proof business systems and reduce emotional overwhelm in entrepreneurship.https://sociallyausome.com/academyFocused & Free MembershipSeparate facts from feelings and get structured accountability with ADHD-focused coaching.https://sociallyausome.com/membershipUnmasked CommunityConnect with others managing RSD and ADHD for peer support and feedback filtering.https://sociallyausome.com/unmaskedGrowth Game Plan Sessions1-on-1 strategy calls for filtering business decisions through your values, not RSD.https://sociallyausome.com/business-growth-auditFlow First Book – WaitlistA complete framework for ADHD-friendly, RSD-aware business design.https://sociallyausome.com/books/flowfirstThe Secret PodcastExclusive episodes with unfiltered strategies for managing RSD and business growth.https://sociallyausome.com/secret-podcast---sept-25Instagram – @socially.ausomeShare your takeaways, tag the host, and join the ADHD entrepreneur community.https://instagram.com/socially.ausomeKeywordsRejection Sensitive Dysphoria, ADHD, entrepreneurship, emotional sensitivity, criticism management, business strategies, mental health, emotional resilience, feedback, support systems

Time blindness isn't just a flaw; it’s a neurological reality that disrupts productivity for those with ADHD. Traditional time management fails because it doesn’t account for their unique challenges in focus and motivation. Learn why rigid routines are self-sabotaging and discover effective strategies: prioritize energy over time, use the two-list system for task management, and implement time anchors based on natural rhythms. The podcast empowers listeners to embrace their neurodivergence with practical, actionable advice.

You know that marketing guru who told you to "just follow the proven 7-step funnel system"? Yeah, they probably don't have ADHD.If you're an ADHD entrepreneur who's tried every marketing strategy but still struggles to attract ideal clients, this episode is for you. We're diving into why traditional marketing fails neurodivergent business owners and the 4 authentic strategies that actually work WITH your ADHD brain.Full Show Notes & ResourcesGet the complete blog post with detailed strategies, examples, and action steps:→ sociallyausome.com/post/183adhd-entrepreneur-client-attraction-problemThe Real Problem Most Experts Miss: - Why cookie-cutter marketing strategies backfire for ADHD entrepreneurs - How rejection sensitive dysphoria sabotages your visibility efforts - Why "consistency is king" is toxic for neurodivergent business ownersThe 4 Authentic Client Attraction Strategies:1. The Authentic Inconsistency Approach - Post when inspired, not on forced schedules2. The Hyperfocus Content Method - Batch creation during obsessive period.3. The "Behind the Chaos" Strategy - Share your messy process, not just results.4. The Interest-Led Marketing Approach - Follow curiosity instead of rigid content pillarsADHDpreneur AcademyThe comprehensive program for ADHD entrepreneurs who want to build systems that work with your brain→ sociallyausome.com/academyFocused & Free MembershipADHD-friendly workflows and community support for consistent growth→ sociallyausome.com/membershipHosted by Alyece Smith, ADHD Business Coach & Founder of Socially Ausome™.New episodes every week featuring real talk about building profitable businesses with ADHD - no shame, no hustle culture, just strategies that actually work for neurodivergent entrepreneurs.Subscribe & Review: Your reviews help other ADHD entrepreneurs find this show!Share Your Wins: Tag @socially.ausome with your authentic marketing breakthroughRemember: Your weirdness is your winning strategy. Stop apologizing for how your brain works and start leveraging it for business success.

Ever quote $2,000 then somehow send $800? Your ADHD brain has specific quirks that sabotage pricing success. Discover the neurological reasons we undercharge and the surprisingly simple fixes that actually work.What You'll Learn:The real reason ADHD brains struggle with pricing (hint: it's neurological)How rejection sensitive dysphoria sabotages your bank accountWhy "nice people don't charge a lot" is toxic programmingThe "Best Friend Test" for confident pricingHow to separate pricing from emotions using the 24-hour ruleThe Value Anchor Method that changes everythingKey Takeaways:The Reality Check Exercise: Write down EVERYTHING you actually do for clientsEmotional Regulation: Use the 24-hour rule before sending quotesPractice Pricing: Say your rates out loud until you stop cringingValue-Based Thinking: Price the transformation, not just your time ADHD-Specific Insights:How our "built-in critic" affects pricing decisionsWhy comparison spirals are especially dangerous for ADHD brainsThe connection between people-pleasing and underchargingPractical coping strategies for pricing anxietyAction Items:Complete the Reality Check Exercise this weekApply the "Best Friend Test" to your current pricingPractice saying your ideal rates out loud 3 timesImplement the 24-hour rule on your next quoteHere’s what’s helped me and my clients, and could help you too:Focused & Free MembershipContent Sprint SystemVoice Notes AIADHD Entrepreneur Telegram Channel

How many brilliant business ideas have you had in the shower this week? And how many actually made it to your social media? If you're nodding your head, this episode is for you!Today we're tackling the marketing struggle that keeps every ADHD entrepreneur up at night - the battle between your brilliant, chaotic creativity and the marketing world's obsession with "consistency." Stop fighting your ADHD brain and start leveraging it as your marketing superpower.🧠 The ADHD Marketing RealityWhy traditional marketing advice doesn't work for ADHD brainsThe myth of "perfect consistency"How our scattered approach is actually our strength✨ Your ADHD Marketing SuperpowersHyperfocus sessions create breakthrough insightsConnecting random dots others missNatural creativity that stops the scroll🎯 3 ADHD-Friendly StrategiesBatch Content During Hyperfocus (Not arbitrary schedules)The Consistency Hack - Being consistently YOUEmbracing the Pivot - Making tangents part of your brandAction Steps✅ Create your hyperfocus emergency kit (voice memos, brain dump docs)✅ Define consistency around VALUE, not schedule✅ Batch during natural energy cycles✅ Stop apologizing for pivots - reframe as insights✅ Find an ADHD accountability buddy🎯 Content Sprint System Create a month of content in 2 hours using your natural hyperfocus Get Content Sprint System🎤 Voice Pen AIGame-changing app for voice memo organization and summarization Get Voice Pen AI👥 Focused & Free MembershipConnect with other ADHD entrepreneurs and get ongoing support Join Focused & FreeConnect with AlyeceInstagram: @socially.ausome📱 Share this episode! Take a screenshot and tag @socially.ausome⭐ Leave a review to help other ADHD entrepreneurs find this show🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episodeRemember: Your ADHD brain is a feature, not a bug. Your weird is your wonderful.Until next time, make it simple, make it social, make it ausome! ✨

Ever sit down to “finally get things done” and somehow end up spiraling down a YouTube rabbit hole, reorganizing your desktop, and eating snacks you didn’t even remember grabbing?That’s not laziness.That’s ADHD focus collapse.In this no-fluff episode of The ADHD CEO Show, I break down the real reason your brain feels like it’s bouncing off the walls—and the exact focus fixes that can help you take control without needing a new planner, a new course, or a 3-hour meditation.Here’s what we cover:Why visual timers help ADHD brains actually finish thingsHow to fake a body double and finally stop stallingMy favorite brain-sweep method to stop the swirl and start executingThe real reason you can clean the house before guests come over but can’t send a simple emailThe weird ADHD car hack I use to crank out content (yes, literally in a parking lot)This episode is a lifeline if you:✅ Get stuck in task paralysis✅ Spend more time tweaking things than posting them✅ Feel like your brain is full of static and half-done ideas BONUS: I’ll tell you why mentorship and body doubling are the secret sauce for ADHD entrepreneurs who are ready to make money without meltdown.Want to finish what matters and make consistent money? Join the Focused & Free Membership 🎧 Grab the free one-episode secret podcast on the 3 ADHD Sales Mistakes keeping you stuck → Screenshot this episode and tag me on Instagram @socially.ausome→ Hit play now and start making moves before you lose the momentum

ADHD isn’t chaos—it’s a high-speed brain stuck in a world that rewards slowness and structure. In this episode of The ADHD CEO Show, Alyece gets raw about what ADHD overwhelm really looks like—your desk’s a disaster, your to-do list is a crime scene, and you’re stuck organizing the Tupperware drawer while your business burns.If you’re tired of drowning in tasks, starting systems that die in 48 hours, and wondering why nothing sticks—this one’s for you.You’ll learn:Why your ADHD brain hates traditional to-do listsThe real reason you keep rewriting your systems3 ADHD-proof systems that simplify your day and help you actually make moneyThe One Home RuleDopamine-Based PrioritizationThe Power Trio Daily AnchorThis episode is your permission slip to ditch the planner graveyard and start building systems that work on your worst brain fog days.👀 If you’re nodding and whispering “yep, that’s me,” it’s time to check out Focused & Free Membership. You don’t need more apps—you need a method that matches your brain.Get the ADHD CEO Six-Figure Business Binder on TrelloSecret Podcast: The 3 Mistakes Keeping You from $10K Months DM @socially.ausome on IG if you need help finding your systemIf this hit you in the executive dysfunction, screenshot it, tag @socially.ausome, and share your favorite takeaway.ADHD-friendly business is possible. Let’s clean this mess up.