What if the thing you thought was holding you back was your biggest strength? We’ve learned that over 62% of successful entrepreneurs have some form of ADHD. Struggling with distraction, impulsivity, and the constant pull of new ideas is something many people deal with on a daily basis, but what if they were the keys to your success?

That’s why I’m thrilled to be speaking with John Torrens. John is an entrepreneur, professor, and author of Lightning in a Bottle: How Entrepreneurs Can Harness Their ADHD to Win—to explore how neurodiversity can be a superpower in business. 

With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience and a deep passion for teaching, John shares his journey of building successful businesses, coaching the next generation of leaders, and optimizing performance while managing ADHD.

In our conversation, you’ll learn how to harness ADHD and hyperfocus as a superpower and build a team that balances your strengths. We’ll also dig into the latest science-backed strategies for improving energy, decision-making, and overall leadership. If you’re a high-achiever looking to level up, you’ll love this episode.

In this podcast interview, you’ll learn: 

• The link between ADHD and entrepreneurial success.
• Why impulsivity can be both a strength and a weakness and how to harness it.
• The key to balancing visionary thinking with structured execution.
• How proper nutrition, sleep, and exercise leads to making better decisions.
• Strategies to manage distractions and avoid burnout.
• How leveraging the right technology can improve focus and efficiency.

Interview Resources

• John Torrens
• John Torrens on LinkedIn | Instagram
• Syracuse University
• Lightning in a Bottle: How Entrepreneurs Can Harness Their ADHD to Win by John M. Torrens, PhD
• Syracuse University Project Advance
• Dan Martell
• Buy Back Your Time
• EO
• Peter Attia
• Andrew Huberman
• David Sinclair