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- 478: Speed Up Your Decision Making Process
Are indecisiveness and second-guessing costing you time and money?
In this episode of The Business Brain podcast, we explore the story of Abby, a marketing agency owner who struggled to make decisions quickly. Whether it was a simple client question or an internal inquiry, her hesitation led to project delays and wasted resources.
But Abby's journey took a turn when she improved her thinking skills and adopted a practical decision-making framework.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
- How the thinking skill of comparisons can transform your decision-making process.
- A straightforward decision-making framework to help you evaluate your options effectively.
- Actionable strategies to enhance your comparison skills and make choices with confidence.
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👉 If you're an ADHD entrepreneur who would like to get more done in less time, have more inner peace & make running your business easier, you may be a good fit for Optimize Your ADHD Brain.
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6 min - 477: Stop the Misunderstandings (Simple Way to Transform Communication)
Is miscommunication costing you time and money? It doesn’t have to be that way.
In this episode of The Business Brain podcast, we explore Ty's experience with miscommunication, which ended up costing him thousands. From misunderstanding clients to even affecting his relationships at home, Ty’s struggles highlighted a key issue: the lack of clear labeling.
You’ll hear how a single thinking skill shift transformed not just Ty’s communication but also those around him.
By the end of this episode, you’ll have the tools to reduce miscommunication and enhance clarity in your interactions. It’s all about getting to the root cause and making it easier to navigate your day-to-day tasks.
👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment
👉 Snag a Copy of Your Essential Guide to Cognitive Functions: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/cognitive-functions-guide
👉 If you're an ADHD entrepreneur who would like to get more done in less time, have more inner peace & make running your business easier, you may be a good fit for Optimize Your ADHD Brain.
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4 min - 476: Stop Wasting Time on Low Leverage Tasks (Here’s How with The Priority Power Play)
Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list? You’re not alone.
In this episode of The Business Brain podcast, we dive into Dakota's journey. As a graphic designer, she was constantly battling the feeling that there was never enough time in her day. Despite her best efforts to stay organized, she often found herself distracted by low-impact tasks, leaving her scrambling to finish the important work late into the night.
But it didn’t have to be that way. In this episode, I’m sharing the framework that helped Dakota shift her focus and transform her productivity.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- The role of cognitive functions in prioritization and why comparing tasks is essential.
- A practical step-by-step guide called the Priority Power Play to help you identify what truly matters.
- How Dakota’s newfound clarity allowed her to focus on high-leverage tasks, drastically improving her workflow.
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👉 Snag a Copy of Your Essential Guide to Cognitive Functions: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/cognitive-functions-guide
👉 If you're an ADHD entrepreneur who would like to get more done in less time, have more inner peace & make running your business easier, you may be a good fit for Optimize Your ADHD Brain.
Apply here: http://www.lifepixuniversity.com/oyb
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5 min - 475: The Simple Shift To Help You Stay Focused and Avoid Distractions
Malcolm had built and sold two businesses but found himself constantly sidetracked by little tasks that pulled him away from what he needed to focus on.
What if I told you there's a way to shift that pattern and stay focused on what truly matters?
I’ll share some straightforward strategies that helped Malcolm regain his focus and manage distractions. You'll learn how he set up a simple system to jot down tasks without letting them derail his work.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
- Why having one system for tracking your tasks can make a big difference
- How to reinforce your focus and make it easier to stick to your priorities
- Practical tips that you can start using right away
👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment
👉 Snag a Copy of Your Essential Guide to Cognitive Functions: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/cognitive-functions-guide
👉 If you're an ADHD entrepreneur who would like to get more done in less time, have more inner peace & make running your business easier, you may be a good fit for Optimize Your ADHD Brain.
Apply here: http://www.lifepixuniversity.com/oyb
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5 min - 474: Cutting the Fluff: Sharpening Your Communication for Better Results
As the leader of a 20-person team, Maggie didn’t realize her over-detailed communication was creating confusion—until she joined Optimize Your Brain.
Her emails? Long.
Her Zoom chats? Even longer. While she thought she was being thorough, it was actually causing overwhelm and slowing everything down.
In this episode of The Business Brain podcast, I’ll share the exact steps that helped Maggie learn to zero in on the relevant cues—what really matters—and cut out the noise. Whether you’re managing a team or just trying to get through your own to-do list, this shift could be the key to faster decisions, clearer communication, and a more focused day.
👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment
👉 Snag a Copy of Your Essential Guide to Cognitive Functions: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/cognitive-functions-guide
👉 If you're an ADHD entrepreneur who would like to get more done in less time, have more inner peace & make running your business easier, you may be a good fit for Optimize Your ADHD Brain.
Apply here: http://www.lifepixuniversity.com/oyb
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6 min - 473: The Reason She Avoided Planning (Is This Holding You Back Too?)
When Kimberly joined Optimize Your Brain, she knew planning was supposed to help her life and business, but she had zero desire to actually do it.
The resistance was real—and it was affecting not just her work, but her relationships too.
In this episode, I break down how we helped Kimberly not just make plans but actually want to.
If you’ve ever felt stuck or resistant to planning, this episode is for you.
We'll explore the hidden thinking skills behind planning and how creating new, positive associations with plans can completely transform the way you approach your day.
👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment
👉 Snag a Copy of Your Essential Guide to Cognitive Functions: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/cognitive-functions-guide
👉 If you're an ADHD entrepreneur who would like to get more done in less time, have more inner peace & make running your business easier, you may be a good fit for Optimize Your ADHD Brain.
Apply here: http://www.lifepixuniversity.com/oyb
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5 min - 472: A Different Approach to Emotional Regulation
When Dean first joined Optimize Your ADHD Brain, he didn't realize his emotional outbursts with his kids were connected to weak thinking skills.
It wasn't until weeks into the program that he shared how learning to slow down and improve his thinking completely transformed how he responded to their wild behavior.
In this episode, I’ll show you how strengthening specific thinking skills like stopping & thinking, categorizing, and labeling not only boosts productivity but also leads to calmer, more thoughtful reactions.
Dean went from yelling out of frustration to handling chaotic moments with clarity and calm. Now, you can too.
If emotional regulation is something you struggle with, don’t miss this episode. Let’s get those thinking skills working for you.
👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment
👉 Snag a Copy of Your Essential Guide to Cognitive Functions: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/cognitive-functions-guide
👉 If you're an ADHD entrepreneur who would like to get more done in less time, have more inner peace & make running your business easier, you may be a good fit for Optimize Your ADHD Brain.
Apply here: http://www.lifepixuniversity.com/oyb
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7 min - 471: This Is What I Did to Get Rid of the Procrastination
Have you ever faced a task that left you feeling drained, even before you started?
I’m diving deep into that exact challenge today because it happened to me — prepping for this very podcast!
In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my own struggle with podcast prep. It might sound meta, but the mental exhaustion was real, and I found myself procrastinating for hours. Sound familiar?
But here’s the game-changer: I used my go-to process for eliminating procrastination and mental fatigue, and it didn’t just solve the problem — it transformed my workflow, saving me HOURS.
If you're experiencing the same energy-draining tasks, you don’t have to feel stuck. Join me as I share:
- The exact steps I took to break free from procrastination
- How weak thinking skills can secretly make tasks harder
- Practical strategies to improve your thinking skills so you can tackle any challenge
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👉 If you're an ADHD entrepreneur who would like to get more done in less time, have more inner peace & make running your business easier, you may be a good fit for Optimize Your ADHD Brain.
Apply here: http://www.lifepixuniversity.com/oyb
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7 min - 470: Maximize Efficiency by Understanding What IsHave you ever been told to set an "enough point" for your work? How did it make you feel?
For Noah, it was far from a relief. It made him feel small and left him with lots of unused potential.
In Episode 470 of The Business Brain podcast, we delve into Noah’s struggle with balancing his workload and overcoming the limitations of setting an “enough point.”
As a seasoned business owner, Noah felt perpetually overwhelmed and drained, despite working long hours and following advice to set boundaries.
Discover how Noah's journey from feeling stuck and exhausted to achieving a balanced and productive work life reveals the power of understanding reality and optimizing cognitive skills.
👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment
👉 Snag a Copy of Your Essential Guide to Cognitive Functions: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/cognitive-functions-guide
👉 If you're an ADHD entrepreneur who would like to get more done in less time, have more inner peace & make running your business easier, you may be a good fit for Optimize Your ADHD Brain.
Apply here: http://www.lifepixuniversity.com/ybr
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6 min - 469: What You Need to Overcome the Daily Business ChallengesAs a business owner for 23 years, Emma has navigated countless challenges. But one persistent roadblock remained: handling the day-to-day nitty-gritty tasks.
In Episode 469 of The Business Brain podcast, we delve into how Emma transformed her approach to these challenging tasks.
Discover how a simple shift not only improved her productivity but also added more time to her day and enhanced her ability to tackle her work with renewed energy.
👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment
👉 Snag a Copy of Your Essential Guide to Cognitive Functions: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/cognitive-functions-guide
👉 If you're an ADHD entrepreneur who would like to get more done in less time, have more inner peace & make running your business easier, you may be a good fit for Optimize Your ADHD Brain.
Apply here: http://www.lifepixuniversity.com/ybr
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About The Business Brain
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If you’re an ADHD entrepreneur who wants to optimize your brain to grow your business with more ease, you’re in the right place. Here we discuss how to optimize ADHD by working on the core of the issue instead of putting on a band-aid. You're brain will learn how to understand time, be organized, get things done efficiently, and more, all while getting the incredible benefits of ADHD!
Get ready for some real change as with each episode we’ll discuss a real-life challenge, why you might be struggling with it, and give you practical strategies so all areas of your life will improve.