RE-Focus: The ADHD Podcast with Angela Stephens

Angela is joined by therapist and author Joanne Williams, LCSW, who explains how psychiatric service dogs and emotional support animals help people living with anxiety, panic disorders, depression, and PTSD. Joanne breaks down the key federal laws (Fair Housing Act, ADA, and Air Carrier Access Act), explains the difference between emotional support animals and psychiatric service dogs, and details...

In a very special episode of RE-Focus, Angela is joined by her mother Martha to talk about the difficult times their family has faced, and how they continue to move forward despite tragedy. Their conversation is a powerful reminder of what it means to be a mother, daughter, and parent, and why you should always have good relationships with your family!

Angela is joined by keynote speaker and author  Dr. Jessica Kriegel  to explore what it takes to lead in today's world. From the myth of traditional change management to the hidden power of employee beliefs, Jessica challenges leaders at every level to ditch the "action trap" and start building cultures that are genuinely aligned with strategy. Jessica shares why only 25% of C-suite leaders can na...

Angela Stephens sits down with author, speaker, and Wiseman Group partner Shawn Vanderhoven to explore what it really takes to lead brilliant work in an overwhelming, hyper-connected world. Shawn shares his personal morning ritual for creating focus, and the core ideas behind the Wiseman Group's leadership philosophy inspired by Liz Wiseman's book Multipliers. He explains why so many people feel l...

The E-mail Sanity Expert Randy Dean joins Angela to tackle inbox overload and everyday focus. Randy explains his pragmatic system for managing email (including the "done for now" folder and "Ohio – Only Handle It Once"), how to avoid rereading messages multiple times, and why your calendar—not your inbox—should drive your day. They also talk about strategic time blocking, fighting "faux productivi...

Angela is joined by Professor Ilan Kelman, Professor of Disasters and Health at University College London and author of Disaster by Choice, to explore how disasters and health intersect in our everyday lives. Drawing on examples from the COVID-19 pandemic to earthquakes, floods, and wildfires, Ilan explains why "prevention is better than cure," what individuals can realistically do to prepare (lik...

Angela talks with Dani Dotterosa, a Benefit Auctioneer and gala fundraising consultant, about how to turn stressful nonprofit and school events into high-ROI fundraisers. Dani explains why you should treat your gala like the Super Bowl, how to separate "offense" (fundraising strategy) from "defense" (event logistics), and why ambiguity kills volunteer engagement and donations. She shares practical...

Angela sits down with Robyn Anderson, CEO of Jam AI, to demystify AI for small business owners and professionals with busy brains. Robyn explains what AI and large language models like ChatGPT and Gemini actually are, how to use Custom GPTs as "virtual employees" for sales and marketing, and why generative engine optimization (GEO) is the new SEO. She shares practical tools (including website buil...

In this episode of  RE-Focus , Angela is joined by Chelsea Suitos, Head of Partnerships & Business Development at Spree AI and a former competitive athlete. Chelsea shares how the skills she gained in sports—discipline, resilience, and collaboration—continue to shape her approach to leadership in the business world. She also dives into the unique benefits of TEMU for small business owners and how...

In this episode of  RE-Focus Careers , Angela is joined by Terence Murphy, President Emeritus and Administrator of the New England Buying Consortium (NEBC). Terence explains how NEBC brings bookstore managers, colleges, and prep schools together to collaborate on smarter buying strategies and stronger vendor relationships. Angela shares how she first entered the bookstore world, and together they...

In this episode of  RE-Focus , Angela sits down with Jennifer Gray Thompson, CEO of After the Fire USA, an organization dedicated to helping communities recover in the aftermath of devastating mega fires. Jennifer shares the purpose behind her mission, offering an inside look at what survivors face in the days, weeks, and years after disaster strikes. From the emotional toll to the practical steps...

In this episode, Angela is joined by Karen Goldman, Managing Director of the Established Business Program and Services at the Women's Business Development Center (WBDC). Karen shares her expert insights on what it takes to be an exceptional manager—starting with the hiring process. She emphasizes how thoughtful delegation, especially providing context to your team, can make all the difference in o...

Culture Partners' Chief Strategy Officer Dr. Jessica Kriegel joins Angela to discuss the benefits of a pet, the importance of having employees buy into your vision, and how to be a better public speaker, and the song you probably haven't heard that gets her motivated for the day. Listen to their great chat about all this and much more, and visit  Culture Partners to learn more about Jessica's work...

Bestselling author Dr. Michele Borba joins Angela to discuss her book 'Thrivers' and how best to speak to your teens and their friends. She also shares how she seizes her day, how music can impact you and your children, and how best to determine your child's day to day needs.   Learn more about Dr. Borba at  MicheleBorba.com!

Angela is joined by Kristie Kennedy, the founder of Queenfidence, who talks about how women can take control and lead their best lives. She also shares what advice she'd give her younger self, how she prepares for speaking engagements, how she manages her day, and when she feels most productive during the day.   Learn more about Kristie and her work at  Queenfidence.com !  

Angela is joined by Dr. Justin Jacques, the Chief Clinical Officer of the Human Theory Group. They discuss when people should choose to go to a clinical coach, when you should be concerned about the anxiety that's in your day to day life, tips for stress relief, including connecting face to face with friends, keeping up your movement, and managing your breathing - and more!   To learn more about D...

Jon Bergmann joins Angela to discuss what students are struggling with today, how his Flipped program works and how it came to be, and the best advice for those looking to get into education.   Learn more about John and his work at  JonBergmann.com !

Angela is joined by Regina Galiyeva, owner of  VegasWeddingsPlanner.com , to discuss how she handles unexpected moments in event and wedding planning, some of the surprising things that've happened on wedding days, how she keeps wedding in a budget, and more!

Fresh off her own work trips, Angela shares tips on how to network with people while you're out on work trips, and she also shares some tips when exploring an area you're traveling in. These tips are essential for having a successful and safe work trip!   Check out all of  RE-Focus's products at our official website , including our new Academic Calendars!

We have a special treat available for everyone! Listen to Angela's interview on Dr. Ned Hallowell's ' The Wonderful World of Different ' Podcast, available wherever you listen to podcasts! More information about the episode can be found below: "Today's guest is fellow podcaster, Angela Stephens, host of the RE-Focus podcast. She is the CEO of RE-Focus The Creative Office, a woman owned diversified...

Bon Bon Bon founder Alexandra Clark joins Angela to discuss how she grew interested in the world of chocolate, how a car accident helped her launch her career, how she focuses, and much more.   Check out  Bon Bon Bon and order some of her chocolate, including Alexandra's favorite!

Wise Squirrels founder Dave Delaney joins Angela to discuss his website, how he discovered he has ADHD, the power of pets, the effectiveness of hiring an ADHD business coach, and more. Check him out at WiseSquirrels.com as well as FutureForth.com

Angela is joined by Peter Freer, the creator of Freer Logic and PlayAttention.com , to discuss how he focuses for the day ahead, how to conquer fear, understanding the mechanism of worry, and how music calms him. Learn more about Peter at Freer Logic and Play Attention !

Angela is joined by Dr. Gina Simmons Schneider, a licensed psychotherapist, award-winning blogger, certified coach, speaker, and corporate trainer. They discuss how to practice mindfulness and why there's a resistance to meditation, how she starts her day and focuses, why she loves meditating, conflict resolution, and more. Check out her book, Frazzlebrain: Break Free from Anxiety, Anger, and Stre...

Angela is joined by Andy Fiumefreddo, an IT professional with more than 20 years of experience and growth in IT Operations, System Architecture, Change management, and Information Risk Management. They discuss cybersecurity, how to avoid phishing scams, tips for keeping your computer and phone updated for optimal security, and more! This week's episode is sponsored by Hardy Nutritionals. Get 10% o...