ADHD-ish™

Several years ago, Rhoberta Shaler, PhD, interviewed me on the topic of whether women with ADHD are at greater risk for entering into a relationship with a narcissist or toxic partner on her podcast “Save Your Sanity.”  I have not done any qualitative research on the subject, but based on my experience as a psychotherapist and a coach, I have seen plenty of evidence that it may be true. ...

Most people with ADHD traits are original thinkers and creative problem solvers, but don’t always know how to make the most of these abilities. My own search lead me to the work of psychologist JP Guilford who studied creativity in the 950s, and is based on the notion that all creativity is evidence of divergent thinking.   Spoiler alert: if you are neurodivergent, you are creative , even if...

I’m excited to introduce you to my client, Robyn Rosenberger, the passionate founder of Tiny Superheroes.  Robyn is a founder with a heart,  and decided to work with me on the advice of her therapist so she could learn to balance passion, purpose and profitability in her business.   You’ll hear Robyn open up about her unique journey as a twice-exceptional individual, facing the...

Today I am joined by Racheal Cook to unpack the reality of why women are not making the kind of money they should be making in their entrepreneurial ventures and what they need to do to flip the script. Racheal Cook is a speaker, host of the Promote Yourself to CEO podcast, and founder of The CEO Collective, and in this episode, she'll share the shocking statistic that only 12% of female entrepren...

Many of us with ADHD tend to be collectors.  Collectors of everything from rescue dogs to creative projects to information.  The ease of acquiring information in the digital age makes it close to impossible to know when we have collected enough.  Is there any objective measure of when “research” turns into a rabbit hole?  Add to this tendency the fact that we often struggle wit...

When we think of ADHD, most of us think of impulsivity, distractibility and inattentiveness, but challenges with regulating our emotions, including overexcitability, irritability, reactivity, rejection sensitive dysphoria, anxiety and overwhelm are just as prevalent. This is especially true for women with the hormonal changes that accompany their monthly cycles and during perimenopause.  I’m...

Welcome back to another episode in the Entrepreneurs with ADHD series! Today, I’ll explore the legitimate reasons why many people decide against getting an official diagnosis, the challenges involved in obtaining one, and what you can expect if you're considering it.  I’ll also share why I’m embracing the term "ADHD-ish" and advocating for a world where everyone, diagnosed or not, can feel su...

Welcome to the seventh episode in the Entrepreneurs with ADHD series, an interview with my good friend, Cathy Rashidian, who is a corporate dropout turned ADHD coach and works with professionals and business owners.  Cathy is one of my favorite thought partners and content collaborators (we have a monthly LinkedIn Live on ADHD-related topics like toxic resilience and later in life discover of...

Welcome back to The Driven Woman Entrepreneur podcast! I’m your host, Diann Wingert, and today we're diving into a topic that's crucial for many of us: managing boredom as an entrepreneur with ADHD. While ADHD fuels creativity and innovation, it also means a low threshold for mundane tasks, making boredom a significant challenge.  In this solo episode, I'll break down the neurological factors...

Welcome to the fifth episode of the Entrepreneurs with ADHD series on the podcast. This week, I’m joined by my good friend, Dave Greenwood, a professional writer, author of two bestselling books on ADHD, podcaster,  and consultant on burnout in the workplace.  In this conversation, Dave and I candidly share our own experiences as well as what we have learned from coaching other entrepren...

Welcome to the fourth episode of the Entrepreneurs with ADHD Series! In a world that often perceives ADHD solely through the lens of deficits and challenges, it's time to embrace a new perspective.   In this solo episode, I will examine seven of the most common symptoms of ADHD, as listed in the DSM V (the current edition of the psychiatric manual) and then use examples of clients, ...

Welcome to the third episode in Entrepreneurs with ADHD series.  In this  solo episode, I address the all too common challenge of having trouble getting our brain to focus on the task at hand and initiate taking action on it.  The secret is understanding that there are really only four things that stimulate focus and action for the ADHD brain,  called drivers, and they are inte...

Welcome to the second episode in Entrepreneurs with ADHD series.  In this solo episode, I address common misconceptions about ADHD and whether traits associated with ADHD offer advantages or pose challenges in the entrepreneurial landscape.  Drawing on my extensive background as a psychotherapist and business coach, I challenge listeners to consider how ADHD manifests differently across...

Today we are kicking off a shiny new series for Entrepreneurs with ADHD.  Despite the growing number of entrepreneurs who identify with ADHD, there’s still a great deal of confusion and controversy. I turned to an expert in the field who is a professor of entrepreneurship who researches the impact of ADHD on entrepreneurship and also has ADHD himself.   In fact, his own diagnosis in...

Are you ready to embrace your “you-ness” and let your unique brilliance shine in your entrepreneurial journey? Today we are joined by returning guests Annie P Ruggles & Deanna Seymour, two of the most creative fun, and original entrepreneurs I know to talk about finding inspiration in unexpected places, converting your quirks into cash, and why being you is the best business strategy.  An...

In the field of business coaching, conventional wisdom dictates that success depends on choosing a target market niche and working exclusively with clients who fit the criteria so you can become known as a specialist.   But what if a potential client wants to hire you, not for your expertise but for the qualities and skills you possess, not your niche?  Jen Liddy knew she was lookin...

I just couldn’t wrap up the Self Care series without talking about neurodiversity, masking, and mental health, and the perfect person for conversation is fellow therapist, coach, podcaster, speaker and advocate, Pasha Marlowe.  In this vulnerable episode, you'll hear about the challenges and advantages of masking, understand the emotions of being neurodivergent in a world that is built by and...

In this episode of the Self Care Series, I’m excited to share my conversation with meditation teacher, Jude Star.  We are both entrepreneurs,  psychotherapists, and adults with ADHD who practice meditation and mindfulness.  Many people with ADHD are confused or intimidated by meditation,  have struggled to figure it out, or flat-out refuse to try, even though it can be incredib...

If you are looking for a sustainable way to a healthier life with less emphasis on food, that is also good for your brain,  this episode is for you. I invited primal health and intermitted fasting coach, Marisa Moon to join me for this episode of the Self-Care Series and this interview is about so much more than wellness.  Marisa was one of my first guests on the podcast (check out episo...

If you are finding it hard to fit exercise into your busy life, maybe you are overcomplicating things and engaging in all-or-none thinking.   In this episode of the Self-Care Series, we are talking about the benefits of movement, specifically walking. Our guest is Carolyn Cohen, host of the Wellness While Walking podcast and functional medicine health coach.   For Carolyn, walk...

The number of women who are questioning whether they are experiencing burnout, perimenopause, undiagnosed ADHD, or even early-onset Alzheimers is at an all-time high.  A lot of us are struggling and don’t even know where to turn for answers because there is so much crossover between the symptoms of these conditions.  Each of them affects our body, mind, and brain, so sorting things out i...

It’s no secret that most small business owners struggle to get enough sleep,  as do those of us with ADHD, and the majority of women over 40 have trouble sleeping due to hormonal changes and the complexity of their lives.  But getting enough sleep is not just the key to fewer dark circles and less coffee consumption.  Adequate amounts of quality sleep are actually necessary for ment...

In today’s competitive market, many small business owners, especially those engaged in professional services, are experiencing burnout. The overwhelm and exhaustion can stem from a multitude of reasons, including working with clients who don't meet expectations, struggling to maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life, and feeling that their businesses aren't reaching their full pot...

Can you believe it? We're celebrating the monumental 200th episode of *The Driven Woman Entrepreneur* podcast! I’m your host, Diann Wingert, and I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to you as a listener for being on this incredible journey with us. Your support, reviews, and shares have helped us grow this listening community into something truly extraordinary. This is an epis...

This client success story episode features Andrea Klunder, an award-winning podcast agency owner and creative entrepreneur.  Andrea was a regular, but casual listener of this podcast until she realized she was on the brink of burnout, and knew she needed help to turn things around.  Her agency was growing, she had a rockstar team, but she was exhausted, overwhelmed and increasingly resen...