Paula Engebretson - ADHD Productivity Coach

I'm Busy Being Awesome - Sustainable Productivity for ADHD

How do I increase my productivity and decrease distractions? Is it possible to reclaim my time? How can I get more organized? And can I do it all with ADHD?Welcome to the I'm Busy Being Awesome Podcast, where we dive into each of these questions and so much more. Every week, life coach and ADHDer Paula Engebretson brings you her best strategies to boost your productivity, manage your time, get organized, and follow through on your goals. Whether you're a fellow ADHDer, you identify with ADHD tendencies, or you simply want to take your productivity to the next level, this podcast is for you. Ar...

Author

Paula Engebretson - ADHD Productivity Coach

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Education

Podcast website

imbusybeingawesome.com

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 213: Fall Transitions Made Simple with 5 Key Tips for ADHD 21.08.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover Where to focus your attention during this transition Tactical approaches to managing your shifting routines and schedules How to iron out the wrinkles of transitions without feeling so rushed   Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover...

Episode 212: How to Schedule Time For Fun: Essential Strategies for Adults with ADHD 14.08.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover What's blocking you from creating time for fun and play in your life Why it's important to intentionally carve out this time Three flexible scheduling strategies so you can use the one that's best for your life   Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (fr...

Episode 211: The Power of Play for Adults with ADHD: Unlocking Joy and Balance 07.08.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover ·    Why the ADHD brain struggles to prioritize fun and play as an adult. ·   The value of incorporating it into our lives. ·   Practical strategies to identify and engage in the things that truly bring us joy.   Links From The Podcast ·   Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here ·   Learn about 1:1 coaching here ·   Get the top 10 tips to work with your AD...

Episode 210: How To Have Fun When Working On Your Goals 31.07.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover How To Recognize and celebrate your progress by setting achievable milestones.  Let go of expectations and embrace flexibility in outcomes and approaches. Intentionally introduce playfulness to your experience of goals overall   Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching here Get the top 10 tips to work with you...

Episode 209: Beyond Black and White - Navigating All-or-Nothing Thinking with ADHD 24.07.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover Five key areas ADHD brains struggle with all-or-nothing thinking Three effective strategies to embrace the gray with greater ease How to implement these practices in your life today.   Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favor...

Episode 208: How To Zoom In & Get Specific With ADHD: Step By Step 17.07.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover Why we feel overwhelmed when facing a big project with ADHD A simple, step-by-step process that helps you break down the project into manageable steps Specific examples demonstrating how to implement the process in real-life situations Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching here Get the top 10 tips to work w...

Episode 207: How To Avoid Overwhelm and Getting Stuck In The Details 10.07.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover Why it's so easy for our ADHD brains to feel overwhelmed  How to recognize when you're slipping into overwhelm How to pull yourself out and create clarity about the next steps forward Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favori...

Episode 206: Harnessing the Power of a Mid-Year Review with ADHD 03.07.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover Why the review process is so powerful for people with ADHD  Seven ways to jog your memory and make the review process easier Powerful reflections questions designed specifically for an ADHD brain Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discov...

Episode 205: Top 5 Strategies for Time Management with ADHD (and why they work) 26.06.2023

In This Episode, You'll Discover Five proven time management strategies for adults with ADHD Why these approaches work so well How to apply them in your life Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADHD resources here Get the I'm Busy Being Awesome Plannin...

Episode 204: Benefits of Body Doubling for Adults with ADHD 19.06.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover What body doubling is Why body doubling is especially effective for people with ADHD Practical approaches to implement body doubling in your life today Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADHD resources here Get the I...

Episode 203: Creating Your Ideal Schedule – Simplifying Structure for ADHD 12.06.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover The importance of finding the sweet spot between simplicity and complexity when it comes to schedules, routines, and habits. Why it's essential to tailor the level of support to your needs for optimal functioning with ADHD. How to find the right level of support that offloads decision-making and executive functions without overwhelming the brain. Links From The P...

Episode 202: Endings and New Beginnings: Navigating Transition with ADHD 05.06.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover The power of endings and new beginnings Three key lessons that help us navigate big transitions How you can apply these lessons to your life Join Overwhelmed to Action Free Training here – June 6-8 Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Disc...

Episode 201: How to Slow Down Time - Strategies for Adults with ADHD 29.05.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover Three key reasons why time seems to slip through the cracks. How to ground yourself when you feel untethered Five actionable strategies to help you stay present and recognize the passage of time more often. Links From The Podcast Join Overwhelmed to Action Free Training here – June 6-8 Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here   Learn about 1:1 coaching here...

Episode 200: Celebrating 200 – Key Lessons and Listener Favorites 22.05.2023

In This Episode, You Will Hear Paula's reflection on the journey of creating 200 episodes The inspiration for episode 200, specifically A highlight reel of listener favorites and key takeaways  Join Overwhelmed to Action Free Training here – June 6-8 Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain...

Episode 199: Parallel Tasking and ADHD - How to Reduce Distractions 15.05.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover The difference between multi-tasking and parallel-tasking  How parallel tasking helps increase focus and follow through Strategies to use parallel tasking in your life Join Overwhelmed to Action Free Training here - June 6-8 Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching here Get the top 10 tips to work with your AD...

Episode 198: 5 Tips for Finishing Tasks with ADHD 08.05.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover The leading reasons adults with ADHD struggle to finish tasks How to recognize where and when these obstacles show up for you Five actionable tips you can use today to help you finish the tasks piling up on your list. Sign up for the 3-Day Free Training Here 🎉 Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Get the top 10 tips to work with...

Episode 197: 3 Lessons You Deserve To Know With An ADHD Diagnosis 01.05.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover 3 key lessons every person with ADHD deserves to know How these lessons apply to your life What you can do with this information as you move forward Join us for the free 3-day training here! Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADHD resources here...

Episode 196: How to Make a Change with ADHD - Inside and Outside Jobs 24.04.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover The power of intentional change in your life. The two essential components of creating this change. What you can do to make it last. Sign up for the free training here! Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Learn about 1:1 coaching here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADHD resourc...

Episode 195: How to Stop the Sunday Scaries with ADHD 17.04.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover What the Sunday Scaries are Why we get them How to reduce the Sunday Scaries and start the week off right Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Learn more about private coaching with Paula here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADHD resources here Get the I'm Busy Being Awesome Plan...

Episode 194: 10 Things Making My ADHD Life Easier Right Now 10.04.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover Ten (plus!) things making my ADHD life easier right now Why these tools are so supportive How you might implement similar tools to support your brain Links From The Podcast Tempur-Pedic Cooling Pillow Silk Pillowcase Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock Instant Pot  (I have the 6 quart) Egg Cooker Cauliflower Rice Spotify Playlists Puzzle Board (aka Felt Board) Hiya...

Episode 193: 3 Steps To Stay On Track With Your Goals With ADHD 03.04.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover Where you fit within the three steps What you can learn from this awareness How to move forward and make the progress you want Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Paula here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADHD resources here Get the I'm Busy B...

Episode 192: How Tiny Habits Create Lasting Change for ADHD 27.03.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover The science of habit formation The obstacles adults with ADHD face when it comes to sticking with habits How to identify the one key habit that will the biggest shifts toward your end goal Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADHD resources here Ge...

Episode 191: Top Strategies for Spring Cleaning with ADHD 20.03.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover How to best approach the spring cleaning process for your ADHD brain Different stages in the decluttering and spring cleaning process Actionable, step-by-step instructions to begin your spring cleaning today Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Links From The Podcast Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADH...

Episode 190: How to Deal With Regret with ADHD 13.03.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover Why we experience regret The two main ways regret presents itself How to release regret and move forward with confidence Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Links From The Podcast Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADHD resources here Get the I'm Busy Being Awesome Planning System here Get the Podcast Ro...

Episode 189: 5 Ways To Slow Down To Speed Up With ADHD 06.03.2023

In This Episode, You Will Discover Why we resist slowing down to speed up, especially with ADHD Five powerful areas where you might benefit from slowing down to speed up Specific strategies to help you implement the practice today Links From The Podcast Learn more about We're Busy Being Awesome here Get the top 10 tips to work with your ADHD brain (free ebook!) Discover my favorite ADHD resources...

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