The Impulsive Thinker

The Impulsive Thinker

By André Brisson - ADHD EntrepreneurBusinessEntrepreneurshipEducationSelf-Improvement
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The Impulsive Thinker episodes

  • Drained and Lost: ADHD Entrepreneurs Confuse Activity With Abilities

    André, The Impulsive Thinker™, shares a raw reflection inspired by his recent conversation with Andrienne Duffy from Big Futures, Inc., diving into how ADHD Entrepreneurs can tap into their real strengths for more energy and clarity. In this episode, André reveals why your work is not your identity, the significance of aligning daily tasks with your natural strengths, and how protecting your abilities leads to growth. Learn how assessment tools like Colby and CliftonStrengths help you understand your unique value and avoid burnout. If you're ready to work smarter and live better, this episode is for you.

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    11 min
  • Tired of Hiding: ADHD Entrepreneurs Should Embrace Their Core Abilities

    André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with innovative leadership coach Adrienne Duffy to crack open the concept of "core abilities" for the ADHD Entrepreneur. If you've ever felt drained or limited, this episode will help you spot the activities that truly energize you and those that hold you back. André and Adrienne reveal how self-awareness, assessments like Kolbe™ and CliftonStrengths®, and sharper decision-making can transform your work and business. Learn how to match your daily activities to your unique talents, find alignment, and create lasting value—while keeping your energy and enjoyment front and centre.

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    Guest:

    Adrienne Duffy is the co-founder of Big Futures, Inc. She is an innovative leadership coach, speaker, and consultant who assists individuals and organizations to achieve extraordinary and exponential results. Adrienne is also dedicated to helping others understand their core abilities.

    25 min
  • Burned Out and Stuck: ADHD Entrepreneurs Can Build Inhibition Skills

    André, The Impulsive Thinker™, takes a practical look at inhibition and impulsivity in the ADHD Entrepreneur's daily life, reflecting on his discussion with Dr. Russell Ramsay. Ever wondered why hitting pause before reacting feels tough? It's not a flaw—it's just how your brain works. André shares real strategies that help tackle quick reactions, impulsive decisions, emotional triggers, and distractions. This episode breaks down inhibition as a skill you can build, not something you're missing. If you're ready to shift from reacting to responding in your life and business, tune in to find clarity and tools for ongoing progress, not perfection.

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    11 min
  • It's Not Willpower: ADHD Entrepreneur Impulsivity Is How Your Brain Works | Dr. J. Russell Ramsay

    André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Dr. J. Russell Ramsay, psychologist and ADHD expert, to get real about impulsivity, inhibition, and emotional regulation in the ADHD Entrepreneur's brain. Forget the usual oversimplified definitions—this episode breaks down why ADHD impulsiveness isn't just about blurting things out or acting quickly. Dr. Ramsay explains how inhibition affects focus, decision-making, time management, and emotions, and why learning to hit pause can shift everything for an Entrepreneur. If you struggle with impulsive decisions or emotional reactions that sneak up on you, this chat brings practical insights and strategies you can use right away.

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    Guest:

    Dr. J. Russell Ramsay is a psychologist specializing in the assessment and psychosocial treatment of adult ADHD. He is known for founding and launching his solo virtual telepsychology practice at https://www.cbt4adhd.com/. Dr. Ramsay returns to share insights from his extensive clinical experience working with adults, bringing clarity to the challenges of ADHD inhibition and impulsivity in the Entrepreneur's journey.

    32 min
  • Out of Fuel Again: ADHD Entrepreneurs Can't Run on Empty

    André, The Impulsive Thinker™, pulls back the curtain on how ADHD brains handle energy and why we so often get stuck in negative thought loops. Inspired by a chat with Jamie Blume about the "brain body budget," this episode is a straight-up reflection on why our brains default to old stories, why emotions get intense when we're running on empty, and how simple shifts in language and daily breaks can change everything. If you're an ADHD Entrepreneur looking to better manage your mental energy, rethink mistakes, and get real clarity, you'll want to hear this take on brain predictions and refueling.

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    11 min
  • Drowning in Self-Doubt: ADHD Entrepreneurs Deserve Better Than Old Scripts

    André, The Impulsive Thinker™, connects with ADHD and life coach Jamie Blume to tackle a question many ADHD Entrepreneurs ask themselves: why doesn't the brain realize we're truly safe and let go of old protective patterns? They unpack how our brains act as survival prediction machines, why the ADHD brain defaults to negative thinking, and what happens when our "body budget" gets depleted. Jamie breaks down how consistent new experiences and reframing thoughts can help retrain those ingrained patterns. If you're an ADHD Entrepreneur wanting practical ways to shift your mindset and grow, this honest conversation is a must-listen.

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    Guest:

    Jamie Blume is a certified ADHD and life coach, Internal Family Systems (IFS) practitioner, and founder of Along Their Way. She helps adults and couples navigate the unique challenges of ADHD, focusing on building strengths and overcoming barriers through nature and mindfulness. Jamie serves as a mentor at ADD Coach Academy, guiding ADHD coaches-in-training through certification with an ADHD perspective.

    33 min
  • Overwhelmed for No Damn Reason: ADHD Entrepreneurs, You're Not Broken

    André, The Impulsive Thinker™, reflects on his conversation with fellow Entrepreneur Cassandra Marari during Women in ADHD Month to explore what overwhelm truly means for ADHD brains. Is it just too much on your plate—or is it how your unique wiring handles it? Cassandra shared how recognizing the snowball effect, prioritizing tasks, and building support systems changed how she ran her business and life. This episode is your go-to guide for ADHD Entrepreneurs looking for practical strategies to manage workload, build resilience, and let go of perfection. Discover why asking for help and modelling imperfection might be your best moves yet.

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    10 min
  • Busy Isn't a Badge: Women ADHD Entrepreneurs, Quit the Burnout Chase

    André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Cassandra Morari, COO of The Rack, to explore what ADHD really looks like for women Entrepreneurs. Cassandra shares her journey to diagnosis, the difference between daily mental load and the fast-paced ADHD brain, and why it's okay to stop trying to do it all. Together, they tackle societal expectations, masking, and the fine line between manageable and overwhelming. This conversation is full of honest advice for growth-minded ADHD Entrepreneurs looking to build support, accept their unique quirks, and finally give themselves some compassion. Listen in and learn from Cassandra's practical, hard-earned wisdom.

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    Guest:

    Cassandra Morari is the COO of The Rack, a family business supporting farmers' success for nearly 40 years in Saskatchewan, Canada. With a background in agricultural finance, a business degree, and extensive leadership experience, Cassandra now works closely with her father as a growth Entrepreneur, driving innovation and development in the agriculture industry.

    32 min
  • Out of Touch and Breaking Down: ADHD Entrepreneurs Ignore Their Bodies

    André, The Impulsive Thinker™, digs into a powerful concept from his recent talk with Raquel Devillé—how ADHD Entrepreneurs can feel disconnected from their bodies without even realizing it. He shares his own experience with ignoring pain, stress and fatigue—turns out, it wasn't willpower, but a brain-body disconnect many neurodivergent folks face. André explores practical tools for rebuilding self-awareness, reading early warning signs, and tuning in on purpose to avoid burnout and bigger health issues down the road. If pushing through has taken a toll on your health or energy, this episode offers real insight for reclaiming trust in your body.

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    9 min
  • Pushed Past the Limit: Women ADHD Entrepreneurs Crash Without Warning

    André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Belgian therapist Raquel Devillé to break down the reality behind hormone cycles, ADHD, and why it's "not your period." Raquel explores how ADHD symptoms in women shift with estrogen levels, stress, and perimenopause—plus why so many neurodivergent Entrepreneurs feel disconnected from their bodies. The conversation is a practical look at stress, interoception, and simple ways to reconnect with yourself using somatic techniques and breathable routines. If you've ever wondered how your cycle and business brain collide, this episode will help you turn awareness into action. Check out Raquel's body-first insights for ADHD Entrepreneurs.

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    Guest:

    Raquel Devillé is a therapist from Belgium specializing in stress and trauma in neurodivergent people. She takes a somatic, body-based approach to therapy and focuses on helping neurodivergent individuals manage the extra layers of stress that can come from increased sensitivity to external stimuli. Raquel is also the author of the book It's Not Your Period!, which explores the connections between neurodiversity, stress, and the experiences of women.

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    25 min

About The Impulsive Thinker

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We celebrate ADHD entrepreneur success and discuss challenges and solutions. Having lived with undiagnosed ADHD for a large part of his entrepreneurial journey, the host André Brisson shares his personal story of overcoming undiagnosed symptoms and how he refined his systems, routines and habits once diagnosed with self-awareness and personal growth.

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