Focus and Chill - productivity tactics for AuDHDers and other neurodivergent folks

Welcome to episode #38 We’re thrilled to be joined by Jesse J Anderson today. JESSE J. ANDERSON is a writer, speaker, coach, ADHD advocate, and maker of things. Diagnosed at 36, Jesse writes about his insights and experiences living with ADHD in the weekly newsletter, Extra Focus, helping over sixty thousand readers navigate their own ADHD journeys or better understand their loved ones. He is know...

Welcome to episode #37 We’re thrilled to be joined by Deborah Charnes today. Deborah is a certified yoga therapist and author of “From the Boxing Ring to the Ashram: Wisdom for Mind, Body and Spirit”. Before dedicating herself to writing and therapy she worked high-pressured jobs as a PR and marketing strategist for multi-nationals. Welcome to the show Deborah! Questions Can you tell us about your...

Welcome to episode #36 We’re thrilled to be joined by Stephen J Morris today. Stephen J Morris is the founder and CEO of Renowned Leadership, committed to empowering leaders to become exceptional and achieve their professional goals. With more than 20 years of experience including 16 years of military leadership in the United States Army in leadership roles, he has identified 5 fundamental pillars...

Welcome to episode #35 We’re thrilled to be joined by Ainslee Hooper today. Ainslee is the driving force behind Ainslee Hooper Consulting, which helps public-facing organizations strengthen their disability inclusion. With a background in Anthropology and a unique approach to holistic inclusion, Ainslee is not just a researcher but a transformative advocate. She's earned accolades, including the 2...

Welcome to episode #34 We’re thrilled to be joined by Sydney Jackson-Clockston today. Sydney Jackson-Clockston is a Leadership Development and Entrepreneurial Coach, Trainer, Speaker, and Author. She recently published "My Own Worst Enemy: Understanding and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome," a book that delves into conquering negative self-talk and reframing one's mindset for a fulfilling life. Her ex...

Welcome to episode #33 We’re thrilled to be joined by Adam Wright today. Adam Wright is co-founder of LeapN, a 'Build Your Own Metaverse' platform, and M8Call, an upcoming experiential, live event transforming romantic relationships as we know it. Prior to diving into the web3 metaverse & special events creation industries, Adam thrived in TV production for over a decade, producing hits like A...

Welcome to episode #31, I’m excited to be joined by Brittany Joiner today! Brittany is a self-proclaimed Trello nerd with a passion for software development, lifestyle optimization, and all things productivity. As a Developer Relations (DevRel) professional at PixieBrix, Brittany brings her technical expertise, love for fostering connections, and growth-hacking skills to the table. She's a (somewh...

Welcome to episode #30 We’re thrilled to be joined by Gerard Atkinson today.  Gerard is a director at ARTD Consultants. He is well-versed in program and policy evaluation, business analytics, and data visualization. His expertise extends to market and social research, financial modeling, and non-profit, government, and business strategy. A dedicated advocate for neurodiversity, Gerard serves as a...

Welcome to episode #29 We’re thrilled to be joined by Dave Thompson today. Dave Thompson is a self-advocate with ADHD, Dyslexia, and Sensory Processing Disorder. He has worked as an innovator, consultant, trainer, and strategist within the Neurodiversity Employment space since 2010. Welcome to the show Dave! Questions Can you tell us about your experience with neurodiversity? When did you realize...

Welcome to episode #28 We’re thrilled to be joined by Alisdair Gurling today. Alisdair is a PhD candidate at Monash University’s Emerging Technologies Research Lab where he investigates personalized assistive technology to help neurodivergent students. Outside his research, Alisdair works as a learning designer for Nextia designing assistive technology for people with dyslexia, dyspraxia, and othe...

Welcome to episode #27 We’re thrilled to be joined by Ben Tobin today. <Read out bio>. Welcome to the show Ben! Ben Tobin is an ADHD and career coach. He spent 20 years working in tech and now uses his experience of working with ADHD as both an employee and a leader to help others succeed in their own lives and careers. Questions JN: Can you tell us about your experience with neurodiversity?...

Welcome to episode #26 We’re thrilled to be joined by Dr Bree Gorman today. Bree Gorman is a diversity and inclusion consultant working with organizations to create sustainable, meaningful change. Prior to launching Bree Gorman Consulting, they worked as Diversity and Inclusion Manager at Deakin University. Bree’s expertise is in using data to design and inform Diversity and Inclusion strategies....

Welcome to episode #25 We're thrilled to be joined by Professor Claudia Vickers, an esteemed expert in metabolic engineering and synthetic biology. With a strong track record in science excellence and securing competitive funding, she focuses on using microbes to produce valuable substances for industries. Professor Vickers has held influential positions in various organizations and even served as...

Welcome to episode #24 We’re thrilled to be joined by nobody today! Join us while we discuss some interesting topics, from meditation chairs to cleaning and more! Questions Power of pause - how to remember to pause when the stakes are high Equipment as a crutch - meditation chairs Writer’s block - Joey’s tips + our own processes Managing emails Using Pocket Cleaning Joey’s post on meditation https...

Welcome to episode #23 We’re thrilled to be joined by Lizbeth Sanchez today. Lizbeth comes with a diverse background as a Community Coordinator, Communications Specialist, Tutor, Assistant Lead, Private Educator, and Assistant Producer. Through her various roles, she has gained valuable experience in organizing events and resource fairs, providing guidance, creating engaging social media content,...

Welcome to episode #22 We’re thrilled to be joined by Andrew Simpson today. Welcome to the show Andrew! Andrew Simpson is the founder and CEO of Aether Automation Inc., a Zoho expert based in British Columbia, Canada. With a passion for Zoho's efficient systems, he transitioned from being a partner to focusing on development. Andrew has a diverse background, having previously worked as a Marketing...

Welcome to episode #21 - Joining us today is the incredible Alex Wait! With ADHD as a part of his journey, he's dedicated himself to making a difference in the world through social justice work. Through his company, Epics Productions, Alex helps people share their powerful stories to create change. As the host of The Epics Podcast, he amplifies the voices of marginalized communities, ensuring ever...

Welcome to episode #20 We’re thrilled to be joined by Avigail Gimpel today. Avigail is the author of HyperHealing, The Empowered Parent’s Complete Guide to Raising a Healthy Child with ADHD Symptoms (a #1 best seller on Amazon), and HyperHealing, Show Me the Science!   She earned her graduate degree at Touro College graduate school for Special Education. She married Daniel Gimpel in 1998 while tea...

Welcome to the Focus and Chill podcast, a show dedicated to discussing productivity tactics for Neurodiverse individuals. Join us as we interview guests with lived experience of neurodiversity and solid productivity skills. We're your hosts, Jeremy and Joey. Joey is a creative coach who helps ambitious projects come to life through the power of habits and focus. Jeremy is a Neurodiverse software d...

Welcome to episode #18 We’re thrilled to be joined by Michelle Markman today. Michelle Markman is a neurodivergent life coach in Orange County California. She is a late-diagnosed autistic adult and has faced and overcome many life struggles and dark nights of the soul. She is also a solo world traveler and adventure seeker; has taught herself to drive a manual transmission car, ride motorcycles, s...

Welcome to episode #17. We’re thrilled to be joined by Kori Tomelden today. Kori is a late-diagnosed ADHD and autistic mom raising a neurodiverse family. She uses her internet presence to share her neurodivergent life in a neurotypical world. JN: How does your neurodiversity impact your productivity both positively and negatively? 2019 looking for strategies to support autistic daughter (ASD L3) w...

Simon is a husband and father of two based in Queensland's Sunshine Coast. Simon is also the Founder of Mindful Men, a therapy practice that is dedicated to supporting men with mental illness and disability. Simon’s passion for mental health comes from living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Depression, Anxiety, and Burnout throughout the last 30 years. 2022 marks 10 years since Simon fin...

Amanda Horswill is a digital editor, content and SEO strategist with more than twenty years of experience across a variety of roles in the publishing sector. She also happens to have ADHD, an adult diagnosis that’s changed her life for the better. JN: How does your neurodiversity impact your productivity both positively and negatively? Positive: Divergent/creative thinking Octopus thinking: Courie...

JN: Welcome to the Focus and Chill podcast where we discuss productivity tactics that work for neurodiverse individuals.  JC: Every episode we interview guests with lived experience of neurodiversity who also have a solid productivity and habit game and pass the learnings on to you, our wise and benevolent audience. JN: We’re your hosts: Jeremy and Joey. JC: I'm Joey, and I coach creatives to get...

Welcome to Episode #13 of the Focus and Chill podcast. We’re lucky to have Anetta Pizag as our guest today.  Anetta is a workplace strategist, work style coach, and author. She helps create human-centric workplaces that make it easier to tackle the challenges of work while maintaining a healthy body and mind.  She’s the author of two books: ‘Create a Thriving Workspace’, a guide for designing spac...