Today I am joined by Alex Partridge, founder of UNILAD's LADBible and host of the ADHD Chatter podcast. Alex was diagnosed with ADHD at 34 years old because of podcasting! Learn how it has changed his life and business ventures.

Alex shares bravely about his symptoms of anxiety, rejection sensitivity, and impulsivity that led to an "ADHD tax" of abandoned projects. Though undiagnosed, Alex channeled his creativity into entrepreneurial endeavors. However, it wasn't until experiencing a costly boom and bust cycle with a podcast that never launched that Alex pursued an assessment.

Join us as we unpack misconceptions about ADHD as well as the relief and transformation that can come from a diagnosis later in life. Alex emphasizes the power of self-awareness, treating yourself compassionately, and embracing what intrinsically motivates you.

Timeline Highlights:
[00:58] - Getting diagnosed with ADHD at 34 after an editor noticed Alex's boom/bust cycle.
[03:37] - Masked childhood signs of ADHD without outward hyperactivity.
[08:06] - Abandoning projects when hyperfocus fades (the “ADHD tax”).
[10:14] - Using ADHD Chatter podcast to channel hyperfocus in a sustainable way.
[16:26] - Monitoring small actions like USB stick removal to gauge impending burnout.
[18:23] - Researching ADHD traits provided pivotal self-awareness.
[19:55] - The overlap of anxiety disorders and ADHD symptoms.
[25:03] - Feeling compelled by stress rather than motivation.
[27:59] - Embracing strengths and motivations through self-reflection.
[29:03] - Accountability from friends/family helps follow through.
[31:31] - Treating yourself compassionately like a child.

Connect with Alex Partridge:
•ADHD Chatter Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adhdchatter
•ADHD Chatter on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhd_chatter_podcast/
•LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/alex-partridge-9b589480

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On this episode of Successful with ADHD, I spoke with career coach Shell Mendelson about how to find the right career path when you have ADHD. Shell has over 35 years of experience in the career and vocational counseling field. After being diagnosed with ADHD later in life, she has dedicated the past 14 years to working specifically with ADHD adults.

Shell shares insights from her new book, "A Course for ADHD Adults and Teens: Unlock Your Career Path," which guides readers through exercises to identify their ideal work skills, environments, knowledge areas and more. She explains how the standard job search process often doesn't work for ADHD brains, since we thrive when we're doing work we're genuinely interested in.

Throughout our conversation, Shell stresses the importance of tuning out others' expectations and getting clarity on what YOU really want in a job or career. We also discuss tips for asking for accommodations in job interviews, transitioning from school to work, and more.

Episode Highlights:
[02:22] - How Shell got into career and vocational counseling.
[05:56] - Transitioning from general counseling to disability counseling.
[08:29] - Why vocational training should be for everyone, not just special ed students.
[11:07] - Matching strengths to interests, passions and environments.
[13:50] - Tailoring vocational training and accommodations for teens too.
[15:26] - The dangers of the "fake it ‘til you make it" mentality at work.
[16:59] - Focusing on what makes YOU energized, not what impresses others.
[18:05] - When and how to ask for accommodations in job interviews.
[21:05] - Scripts and narratives to help communicate your needs.
[23:29] - Researching company culture and environment before interviewing.
[27:02] - Options besides 4-year college if you're unsure of career path.
[28:59] - Trying different majors before picking one as a college student.
[30:04] - Creating a career book tailored to ADHD brains.
[33:37] - Who this book can help - both ADHD and neurotypical job seekers.
[35:22] - Example visuals from the book to map out your "Career Galaxy".
[37:49] - Importance of knowing what you really want in your ideal work.

Connect with Shell Mendelson:
•Career Coaching with Shell - Shell's website: https://passiontocareer.com/
•A Course for ADHD Adults and Teens: Unlock Your Career Path - Shell's new career guidebook: https://passiontocareer.com/course-book-live/

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In this episode, I chat with Tina Mathams, also known as The ADHD Accountant on Instagram. Tina shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with ADHD later in life, after noticing symptoms in her son. As an accountant who struggled in traditional accounting jobs, Tina realized she could help others in the neurodivergent community better manage their finances by starting her own virtual accounting firm. Tina provides tips for budgeting, recognizing impulsive spending triggers, canceling unused subscriptions, and reaching out for help when you're feeling stuck.

About My Guest: Tina Mathams
Tina Mathams is a mother of two from Australia who owns an online accounting firm catering to neurodivergent entrepreneurs. After being diagnosed with ADHD herself, Tina has become a financial educator and consultant for those with ADHD and autism. She is known as The ADHD Accountant on Instagram.

Episode Timeline:
[02:23] - Getting an ADHD diagnosis after noticing symptoms in her son.
[06:16] - Being misdiagnosed with anxiety when it was undiagnosed ADHD.
[12:34] - Her journey from traditional accounting jobs to starting her own virtual firm.
[17:51] - The importance of finding the right work environment with ADHD.
[20:35] - Tips for starting a budget when you have ADHD.
[23:02] - Managing the external and internal factors around finances.
[24:13] - Using apps to track spending.
[25:56] - The "ADHD tax" of forgotten subscriptions and late fees.
[31:17] - Moving from perfectionism to self-compassion.
[35:35] - Asking for help when you feel stuck.

Connect with Tina Mathams:
•The ADHD Accountant on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theadhdaccountant
•ADHD Money website: https://www.adhdmoney.co/

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Get motivated by heavyweight boxing champion Dr. Hackie Reitman's inspirational journey of overcoming ADHD and Asperger's obstacles to follow his passion of helping others. Learn how reframing failure as a learning experience can help you succeed. Dr. Reitman shares his mission to achieve excellence in creating family-friendly content that promotes neurodiversity. Find out how Different Brains provides a platform for people of all abilities. Discover why it's important to play to your strengths instead of focusing on weaknesses.

Harold "Hackie" Reitman, MD
CEO and Founder of Different Brains, CEO of PCE Media, Co-author of Aspertools. He is the genius behind ADHD Powertools, mentor to many, entrepreneur, philanthropist, children's activist, neurodiversity advocate, retired orthopedic surgeon, former professional heavy-weight boxer and has won many awards. He is also a contributor and writes blogs for Different Brains. He co-directed a full-length independent film - The Square Root of 2 - a film about a girl with undiagnosed Asperger's Syndrome (ASD) (Darby Stanchfield) that faces many challenges while away at college.

Episode Highlights:
[01:20] - Hackie’s many knockout careers and neurodiversity community contributions.
[04:12] - How Dr. Reitman's mother inspired him to help others and make a good living doing what he loves.
[06:26] - Inclusivity with our brains, one size doesn’t fit all.
[07:45] - AI is a double-edged sword, but the benefits are numerous.
[09:26] - Creating the Different Brains company to inspire neurodiverse self-advocates and pioneers.
[14:06] - You have to work with what you got.
[15:28] - Doing good for others releases oxytocin and makes you feel better.
[16:10] - Volunteers drive the company and Hackie helps them in their goals.
[17:15] - Getting expelled in 1st and 10th grade for not following the rules.
[17:40] - Self-diagnosed poster child.
[18:23] - Learning the most from the biggest defeats and creating momentum.
[21:30] - Define what success looks like for you.
[24:15] - How Hackie defines failure.
[27:30] - The unique fighter mentality that led Hackie to become a doctor.
[31:05] - The old school method that inspired Hackie to stay in the program.
[32:16] - My kid’s motivations and how we kept them in the commitment.
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[43:44] - Honoring teachers who understand kids' different needs.

Connect with Hackie Reitman:
•Different Brains - neurodiversity advocacy non-profit: https://differentbrains.org
•Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hackiereitman

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In this episode, Tory Archbold shares her inspiring story of following her passion from a young age despite discouragement, building her PR agency into a multimillion-dollar company, and ultimately stepping away to realign with her purpose. She provides powerful rituals for staying anchored in alignment and tapping into the flow of possibilities. Tory also discusses overcoming imposter syndrome, the power of believing in yourself, and ensuring you take moments to nurture your mind, body, and soul.

Tory Archbold is the CEO and Founder of Powerful Steps, an online community and platform for women making global impact. With five programs available, Tory nurtures and encourages C-suite level women to own their story, step into their power and take their careers to the next level. Tory is an award-winning brand and mindset strategist and founder of Torstar who empowers high achieving women to stand fully in their truth and manifest the ultimate career and life they desire. She is the host of the Powerful Stories podcast and an author.

Episode Highlights:
[02:43] Facing constant rejection, Tory knew she had to back herself regardless of others' doubts.
[05:56] Integrity and delivery were Tory's core values alongside passion in business.
[07:30] Tory overcame imposter syndrome by staying in her own lane and focusing on her unique abilities.
[10:44] After achieving success, Tory lost her passion and stepped back to realign with her purpose.
[17:19] Becoming "irrelevant" sparked Tory's drive to showcase her capabilities and land big clients again.
[20:07] Tory knew it was time to start fresh after signs showed her desire to empower others.
[24:48] Tory took a huge leap of faith trusting what lit her up, despite financial security.
[26:38] Daily rituals keep Tory anchored in self-care and gratitude.
[31:17] Tory offers coaching for those seeking to unlock their potential in just 3 sessions.

Connect with Tory Archbold:
•Powerful Steps: https://powerful-steps.com/
•Torstar: https://www.torstar.com.au/
•Self-Belief is Your Super Power by Tory Archbold: https://selfbeliefisyoursuperpower.com/
•Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/powerfulsteps/
•LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tory-archbold-b8542715/

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I had the pleasure of speaking with Nick Sonnenberg, an operations expert who helps entrepreneurs and teams gain back up to an entire day per week through improving efficiency. Nick shares his CPR framework (Communication, Planning, Resources) and provides tangible tips on how to reinvest time savings back into your business or personal life.

Nick Sonnenberg is an entrepreneur, Inc. columnist, guest lecturer at Columbia University, and the author of “Come Up for Air: How Teams Can Leverage Systems and Tools to Stop Drowning in Work”. He is the Founder and CEO of Leverage, a leading operational efficiency consultancy that helps companies implement his CPR® Business Efficiency Framework.

Episode Highlights:
[02:44] - Nick got into operational efficiency to manage his ADHD symptoms.
[05:10] - Capturing ideas is key so your brain stays light.
[07:34] - Small wins like email shortcuts can add up to 8 hours/year!
[13:15] - Improving efficiency takes allocating resources to it.
[17:31] - Remember to celebrate small milestones.
[25:33] - Improving ops efficiency needs to start from the top down.
[29:31] - Check out Nick's book "Come Up For Air" and GetLeverage.com.

Connect with Nick Sonnenberg:
•Nick’s Book: https://www.comeupforair.com
•Nick’s website: https://www.getleverage.com/

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In this raw and vulnerable episode, I spoke with Britt Frank, a licensed Neuro-psychotherapist and author of "The Science of Stuck: Why You Get Stuck and How to Get Unstuck". Britt shares her personal journey of recovering from addiction, dysfunctional relationships, and even being part of a cult. Her advice for those going through trauma is to focus on safety first before trying to do inner work. We also discuss the power of self-parenting, acknowledging intrusive thoughts, and using internal family systems (IFS) to help the wounded parts of ourselves. Britt is an amazing example of overcoming life's setbacks and finding meaning to help others.

About Britt Frank
Britt Frank is a licensed therapist and author based in Kansas. She received her BA from Duke University and her Master's in Clinical Psychology from the University of Kansas. After overcoming her own demons with addiction and trauma, Britt now helps others improve their mental health and get "unstuck" from negative patterns.

Episode Highlights:
[01:52] - Britt explains why she calls herself a "recovering hot mess of a human".
[05:00] - Using the metaphor of chess moves to tackle problems from different angles.
[10:25] - Overcoming addiction through finding a sense of purpose in life.
[17:30] - Making micro-changes to create macro results.
[19:00] - Self parenting when you aren’t treating yourself well.
[23:35] - How Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy helped Britt process her intrusive thoughts.
[27:54] - Britt's advice to focus on safety first when going through trauma.

Connect with Britt Frank, LSCSW, SEP:
The Science of Stuck by Britt Frank: https://www.scienceofstuck.com/
Britt Frank on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittfrank

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I had an incredible conversation with Chris Voss, a former FBI hostage negotiator, in this week's episode of Successful with ADHD. Chris shared so many valuable insights on communication, empathy, and understanding - topics that are very relevant for the ADHD community.

Chris is a former Lead FBI Negotiator and dynamic speaker who debunks the biggest myths around negotiation. Chris engages all groups with captivating stories, insights, and useful tips for business and everyday life. Chris has lectured on negotiation at business schools across the country and has been seen on ABC, CBS, CNN, and Fox News. Chris has also been featured in Forbes, Time, Fast Company, and Inc. Chris’s Keynotes are based on his book Never Split The Difference©.

Episode Highlights:
[01:06] – Starstruck by my guest Chris Voss and why his book means so much to me and my husband.
[02:48] - Chris emphasizes the importance of listening and paying attention to more than just words in a conversation.
[03:50] - Strategies Chris suggests for people with ADHD to improve focus when listening intently.
[06:37] - How turning communication into a "game" can help capture wandering attention.
[08:39] - The challenges of reading body language accurately via video calls compared to in-person interactions.
[10:00] - Tips for maintaining engagement and energy on long video calls.
[11:05] - Using the "mirroring" technique to bring attention back to key points you may have missed.
[13:52] - Why some personalities may not enjoy being "mirrored" and prefer different approaches.
[17:22] - The strategic use of apologies before interruptions or assertions.
[19:10] - Why apologies shouldn't necessarily be seen as a sign of weakness.
[20:10] - Whether communication tactics can be used effectively when both parties are aware of them.
[21:33] - Chris explains prospect theory and loss aversion based on the work of Daniel Kahneman.
[25:14] - The importance of empathy and appreciation when using the powerful tool of invoking loss.
[26:34] - The benefits of handwriting over typing for memory retention and focus.
[29:49] - Practicing mental hygiene to counter our innate negativity bias.
[32:33] - Tuning into emotions rather than words when listening.
[35:33] - Paying attention to the "emotional timeline" based on the type of feelings being expressed.
[36:01] - Strategies for bridging disagreements by ensuring people feel truly heard.
[40:03] - Thoughts on reducing conflict through understanding and empathy for all sides.
[40:56] - Whether world peace can ever be achieved.
[43:13] - The importance of making people feel heard in communication.

Connect with Chris Voss:
•Black Swan Ltd - Chris Voss's company website: www.blackswanltd.com
•The Edge weekly email newsletter - get free negotiation tips from Chris
•Never Split the Difference - Chris's bestselling book

I loved diving into so many facets of communication and empathy with an expert like Chris. Let me know if you found this episode valuable by leaving a review! And don't forget to follow along on social media @coachingwithbrooke. See you next time!

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In this inspiring episode, I chat with ADHD advocate Amine Finch about how he turned his diagnosis into a superpower. Amine explains how an article dubbing ADHD the "entrepreneur's superpower" lit a spark and fueled his drive to build a thriving business helping others with ADHD.

I'm so excited to have Amine share his story after seeing the huge impact he's made through ADHD Warriors, approaching nearly 1 million followers. Even though he likes to stay behind the scenes, I convinced Amine to join me on the podcast and open up about his journey from struggling student to successful entrepreneur.

Amine Finch is the founder of The Divergence Group and ADHD Warriors.

Episode Highlights:
[02:41] - Struggling to pay attention in school pre-diagnosis.
[05:51] - The pressure of extra homework assigned by Amine's father.
[10:01] - Finding validation in an article calling ADHD an "entrepreneur's superpower".
[13:42] - Creating content based on Amine's personality and interests vs. just chasing followers.
[19:39] - Learning business principles through books and applying them.
[24:31] - Amine's process for ideating and delegating execution.
[33:02] - The challenge of maintaining close friendships as an ADHD brain.
[33:57] - A message to his teenage self: "Follow your obsessions".

Connect with Amine Finech:
•website: https://adhdoers.com/
•IG: https://www.instagram.com/adhdoers/?hl=en
•Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adhdoers.fb/
•TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdoers
•LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/adhdoers?trk=ppro_cprof

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In this episode, I'm thrilled to bring you an enlightening conversation with Audrey Stimpson, a certified functional nutrition counselor with a deep understanding of ADHD, autism, autoimmune disorders, and gut-brain health. As a mom, a wife, and a former master photographer in New York City, Audrey's journey from managing ADHD with medication to adopting holistic approaches is both inspiring and insightful. We dive into topics like the impact of diet on ADHD, the gut-brain connection, and the importance of emotional regulation. This episode is a treasure trove of information for anyone looking to understand ADHD beyond medication and embrace a more natural and self-aware approach to managing it. Whether you're on medication, considering a holistic path, or just curious about ADHD management, this conversation with Audrey is a must-listen!

*This is not medical advice. Please consult with a physician before making any changes.
 
Episode Highlights:
[02:23] - Audrey shares her ADHD diagnosis story and early struggles.
[06:36] - Discussion about the challenges and side effects of being on Adderall.
[09:52] - Insights into life off medication and finding passion-driven work.
[14:00] - How Audrey's social interactions and emotional health improved post-meds.
[18:04] - Exploring the connection between dopamine, depression, and ADHD.
[20:54] - Key lifestyle changes for managing ADHD, including diet and sleep.
[24:58] - The role of rejection sensitivity in ADHD and coping strategies.
[28:56] - Addressing trauma and its impact on ADHD management.

Connect with Audrey Stimpson:
•Instagram: @AudreyStimpson
•Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AudreyStimpsonBlog
•Website: https://www.audreystimpson.com/
•Email: [email protected]

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