December 19, 2024

125. Breaking ADHD Misconceptions and Finding Focus as a Business Owner

37 minutes

Tune in for an honest, relatable, and empowering discussion about living and thriving with ADHD! Brittnie sits down with Emily to discuss her journey of self-discovery after being diagnosed with ADHD at 22. Together, they dive into the challenges, insights, and strategies that have shaped Emily’s life and career.

Topics Covered:

Late ADHD Diagnosis and Self-Awareness:

Emily shares her struggles as an American Sign Language interpreter and the turning point that led to her ADHD diagnosis. She opens up about how understanding her condition and using medication transformed her ability to manage life, run a business, and build a presence on social media.

Managing ADHD and Energy Patterns:

Brittnie and Emily explore how ADHD affects decision-making, executive function, and energy levels. They share strategies for overcoming overthinking and decision fatigue, including Emily's "Nike approach" of simply taking action.

The Power of Boundaries and Systems:

From batching tasks to creating routines, Emily and Brittnie discuss how structure has been a game-changer in managing ADHD. Emily’s system of batching content creation for TikTok is a standout example of efficiency and focus.

Building a Social Media Presence With ADHD:

Emily explains how TikTok became her platform of choice for sharing ADHD content and building a community. Her viral video about white noise as a focus tool helped carve out her niche, and she provides tips for others looking to leverage social media.

ADHD Manifestations in Women:

The conversation sheds light on the unique ways ADHD presents in women, including the common misdiagnosis as anxiety. Emily and Brittnie discuss the inattentive type of ADHD and how it’s often misunderstood.

Planning and Structure for ADHD Success:

Both women highlight the importance of routines and planning to reduce mental fatigue. Emily shares her coaching insights, and Brittnie talks about how setting boundaries has helped her prioritize self-care.

Key Takeaways:

Understanding ADHD is the first step toward managing it effectively.

Taking intentional action and building systems can help overcome decision paralysis.

Social media can be a powerful outlet for sharing experiences and building a supportive community.

About Emily:

Emily is an ADHD Action Coach who helps ambitious entrepreneurs turn their ideas into intentional action so they can grow their businesses without the overwhelm. 💡✨ With a unique blend of empathy, structure, and ADHD-friendly strategies, Emily guides her clients to embrace their strengths, tackle mindset blocks, and create sustainable systems that support their goals. She’s passionate about empowering ADHD entrepreneurs to thrive in their businesses and build lives that feel as magical as their dreams. 🌟

When she's not working, Emily loves to shop, watch Stranger Things, Gilmore Girls, Downton Abbey, and other shows on Netflix, spend time with her husband and 8-month old son, and enjoy any and all cozy vibes she can find.

Connect With Emily:

Website

Instagram

Facebook

Tik Tok

Youtube

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