Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with ADHD, ADD

I'm looking for you the listener to tell your story and at the same time, give others advice on how to minimize the distractions in life, become more focused and get more out of life. It does not have to be focused around ADHD. As long as you can provide value to the listeners of Overcoming Distractions. If you have experience in creating time management practices, entrepreneurship, productivity, and solid tips for those in business, that will help others. If you have an inspirational story of how you have overcome the odds in life, or business and become successful despite some setbacks, please send in your story. Did you have a horrible time in school? Let's talk. Have you found the perfect career and want to share that with others, lets talk. Have you come up with an awesome business idea? Cool, lets talk. Go to https://overcomingdistractions.com/ and hit the Contact page. Don't forget to fill in as much detail as you can including what other listeners can take away from our discussion. Remember, I cannot get back to everyone who submits an idea but please know that every single submission will be read. https://overcomingdistractions.com/

If you are looking for some great advice on how to achieve some peace of mind in this busy world, this is a great podcast for you to listen to. Giovanni Dienstmann is the guest and he is a meditation teacher and coach. Giovanni is also the author of Practical Medication, A Simple Step by Step Guide. Giovanni calmly walks us through some of his approach to gaining a more peaceful life on this episode. We talk about the concept of the monkey mind, what it is and what the monkey mind can prevent us from doing in life and business. How the monkey mind clutters our thoughts and ways we can tame that distracted mind. Giovanni discusses the three pillars of mindfulness including calm, centered and focused. He discussed the difference between all of them and how achieving some mastery over these traits, we can become much more relaxed and aware of our minds, body and surroundings. Giovanni gives his experts tips on how to get started on a mindfulness program and simple exercises to begin the practice of mindfulness. He also talks about other ways to practice meditation and mindfulness including walking. We take time toward the end to have a chat about the bully in our minds and Giovanni takes time to walk us through ways we can tame the bully in our heads. You can find out more about Giovanni, his courses, book and coaching here at his website. https://liveanddare.com/

For many people, feeling guilty is a daily thing. It consumes our way of thinking and it can paralyze us, and get in the way of feeling good about ourselves. It can also control our thinking and be the go-to reaction to many circumstances we encounter in life and in business. This is a podcast about guilt and other feelings we encounter in our lives. The guest is Nancy Colier a psychotherapist and author of the books, "Inviting a Monkey to Tea: Befriending Your Mind and Discovering Lasting Contentment, among other publications. Nancy talks about what guilt is and she defines guilt as well as discusses where guilt originates from in our lives. Have we trained our brains to feel guilty? She answers that important question as is there a part of the brain that feels guilty. We talk about how sometimes we feel guilt and we don not even know it because it has become a major part of our lives. Why do some people anticipate guilt before it evens happens? And how do shame and guilt live together in our minds? Nancy walks us through how we can begin to change the patterns of guilt in our lives with actionable tips and skills to begin mastering. Those include an understanding of guilt, self-acceptance, what is impostor syndrome and how we can shape our relationships so we can feel less guilty over time. Find out more about Nancy Colier here: https://nancycolier.com/ Find her article on guilt for Psychology Today here: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/inviting-monkey-tea/201801/when-feeling-guilty-is-your-natural-state

This podcast has pretty much nothing to do with ADHD and everything to do with personal growth, development, creating successful habits and achieving goals. There's a story here for everyone who wants more out of life. But, if you do have ADHD, or not...you will learn a lot about focus and habits from this discussion with Alicia Doyle. Alicia Doyle is the guest and she is the author of Fighting Chance, the story of her journey from journalist to female boxing champion. Alicia describes her journey starting as a reporter covering a boxing gym for youth and how that ultimately got her into the sport of boxing. Dave and Alicia discuss a number of topics about her training including the feeling she got out of training, how she gained more focus through boxing and why it was critical, and she discusses the personal benefits from training in the world of boxing. She discusses what she is most proud of as a result of training in the sport of boxing and what others can take away from her journey in the boxing world. What is it like training in the boxing gym for hours? Alicia talks about the rigors of training for a fight. Alicia also talks about how boxing helped her with routines and habits, goal setting and personal growth. And of course, health and wellness. And Alicia gives her tips on how to achieve what you want in business and in life and how the world of boxing helped her set a path for success. You can find out more about Alicia Doyle as well as purchase her book here: https://aliciadoyle.com/

If you are looking for a creative outlet and have some fun at the same time, you'll enjoy this discussion with Grant Crowell, author of the book, Grantasms. The book has hundreds of made up words created by the author to describe all kinds of people, situations and other things that might bother us, make us happy or, need a more accurate description. What is a nononoshow? What's a social beef? And are you a gerk? ADHD or not, you'll have a laugh and maybe learn a few things about yourself in this podcast and figure out that there is a word for everything! Grant talks about the inspiration he had in writing the book and the creative efforts it took to build a library of word to describe some of our everyday situations. He uses many in our discussion, (like they were our first language…) and he goes through some of his favorite Grantasms. He speaks about how creating and using these words, he has been able to interrupt many negative patterns in his brain and clear a path to creativity and focus. Grant also speaks about his rewarding work at Dell Technologies and how he has the chance to work with all types of individuals and all kinds of brains. Grant offers his advice for his advice for those of us who may be distracted for a better experience in the workplace and he speaks about the acceptance of those with different brains in the corporate world as well as what many have to offer an organization. And we have fun! Which is most important. You can find Grant and his book Grantasms, Creative Twisted Words for Cool People, here: https://www.amazon.com/GRANTASMS-Creative-twisted-words-people/dp/0578523469/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1595604805&sr=8-1

We have Dr. Hackie Reitman back from DifferentBrains.org on this podcast to discuss why we all need some inspirational stories in our lives to boost our mood. Hackie is the founder of Different Brains, a website that has tremendous resources for all types of brains and is an incredible place to learn and be inspired. Hackie recently published a blog about Hunter Wittrock, a young man with cerebral palsy who trained for months to be able to walk across the stage to get his diploma. Dave and Hackie discuss that story and why others stories just like it help to improve our mood and sometimes get us out of a slump or bad day. Dave and Hackie talk about what they think his motivation might have been and what others can take away from his strong desire to make such an impact for his own life. Hackies discusses why he feels we need these stories in our live and how they help the brain cope with bad days and how they assist us in improving our moods. How can we create these stores for ourselves? Hackie talks about that as well. And we talk some boxing from Hackie's pro boxing days and some lessons we can all take away from that. Find Different Brains here: https://www.differentbrains.org/ And read Hackie's blog post here: https://www.differentbrains.org/turning-tough-days-around-the-brain-improving-moods/

People, whether they have ADHD or not, are always looking for ways to build more confidence and get rid of the doubt going on inside their heads. This week, we'll talk about going from doubt, to increasing your self-confidence with Rochelle Seltzer, and executive coach based just outside of Boston, MA. Some of the discussion points we have during the conversation include talking about what cause doubt in our lives including business and in our personal life. We talk about whether doubt is the same has being stuck and how the two can work together to get in the way of moving forward in life. We discuss how some people may have a real burst of confidence and the suddenly have that last-minute doubt when it's time to execute on a project or other large life event. We talk about self-sabotage and if they could be related. The discussion transitions to what confidence can do for us in business and in life and Rochelle talks about the process for changing your mindset from constant doubt to having more confidence. Rochelle lays out some daily exercises that help us control doubt and increase confidence and talks about some of the routines we can get ourselves into to help. How do we handle outside forces that try to tear our confidence down? Rochelle talks about that and she presents her top tips to go from doubt to increasing self-confidence. Find Rochelle and her book here: https://www.rochelleseltzer.com/

There are many of us that have a different relationship with time. By that, some of us are what we call time blind. That is when we not only loose track of time, but also have difficulty estimating how much time you might need to perform some task or project. You do Not have to have an ADHD diagnosis to experience being time blind. All brains can underestimate time for a whole host of reasons. But those with ADHD, do get most of the attention when it comes to the subject of time. This podcast, Dave talks with Jaclyn Paul a writer and Ap developer. Jaclyn also runs the website ADHD Homestead where she writes about ADHD and all types of topics associated with it. Jaclyn wrote an article recently about how she combats her time blindness and Dave and Jaclyn discuss some of her techniques. Jaclyn and Dave discuss what being time blind looks like and what can happen when we completely lose track of time. And they chat about how sometimes being time blind can be humorous and how many times it can be frustrating. Jaclyn talks about some of her strategies she uses to reduce being time blind including one special technique that involves the kitchen and keeping on track. She also goes through some of her favorite techniques and methods including the Apple watch. You can find Jaclyn Paul here: jaclynpaul.com adhdhomestead.net

If you have ever felt like you did not belong in a certain situation or you thought you were not good enough to be working in a career or job, this is a great podcast episode for you to listen to. Impostor Syndrome is feeling inadequate in various settings or having a feeling that you have not earned the right to be where you are. Are you working in a career that you did not get a formal education in? Are you constantly in a room full of very successful people and feel out of place or feel like a fraud? That's impostor Syndrome. In this podcast on Impostor Syndrome, we talk with Jen Coken and she walks us through what impostor syndrome is, how it might be formed and why we think we have not earned the right to be where we are in life. Jen works as an executive coach, a speaker and she holds several other programs to help individuals achieve their best and get the most out of life and career. You'll also find her performing stand up comedy from time to time so you know this podcast interview is going to be a great one! Jen talks about how damaging this can be to our self esteem, our confidence and our ability to manage our career or business and what we can do to start to overcome this negative pattern of thinking. Jen talks about what regular activities you can practice to stay positive and who can help you work through these types of challenges. And as always, our guest gives us her top tips for overcoming impostor syndrome that you can implement today! Fine more about Jen Coken and her offerings at her website: https://www.jencoken.com/ Find her webinar on impostor syndrome here: https://www.jencoken.com/courses/imposter-syndrome-webinar

On this episode of Overcoming Distractions, we talk about a common buzzword lately and that's the topic of pivoting. You can call it pivoting, change of direction, or change of course. Whatever you want to term it, some of us are going to make a major change in our lives more than once. For many with ADHD, we can get pretty good with this. But this podcast is a great discussion for anyone who is considering a major change in their life. You do not have to have ADHD to benefit from this discussion. The guest this week is Sherry Dutra of Dutra Associates. Sherry is a professional certified coach working in New England but has had clients all over the world. She works in the areas of talent development, career management as well as serving as a retirement coach for many. She has a wealth of expertise when it comes to making major life and career changes. We often hear the word Pivot so Dave asks Sherry what pivoting really means. We talk about some of the more common reasons that would cause someone to want to make a major change and if she has seen more people take "inventory" of their career during the COVID 19 crisis. Sherry walks listeners through the steps a person can take to minimize any mistakes when making a change in your career life or business. Does it always have to be a big change? Or just a small shift? Sherry answers this question about maybe making small changes that help us feel renewed. What does Sherry caution people with before going out and making a pivot? She talks about real motive, adequate finances, education and training. Sherry wraps up the conversation with her top tips for pivoting, making a career change or starting a new business. You can find Sherry Dutra at her website: https://dutraassociates.com/

We have Dr. Lara Honos-Webb back on Overcoming Distractions to talk about how to make your gifts shine with ADHD. Many of us with ADHD need to work extra hard to find our gifts as well as believe that our ADHD can be a gift. With so many negative thoughts about our attention span and other traits, we often feel that our ADHD is a total curse. Dr. Honos Webb gives is a sense of why there is so much stigma in the public associated with having a differently wired brain. And we reverse that question to find out why so many with ADHD have a personal sigma about themselves and not believe in their own gifts. She also helps listeners understand how we can actually convince ourselves that we have gifts associated with our ADHD. We may fall into that negative talking trap and she walks us through how we can all better understand our gist and positive qualities. We talk about the workplace and ADHD and how we can gain more confidence in the workplace and how we can thrive and show our boss or our employer how valuable we can be to an organization. And, how we can have more confidence in ourselves in business and in life. Dr Lara gives us her top tips for ways we can identify our gifts and put them into action including some great tips on self-care and mindfulness to help of foster more creativity and harmony in our lives. You can find out more about Dr. Lara Honos Webb here including many of her books on ADHD: www.addisagift.com

The power of positive self-talk is the topic for this important podcast this time. There are many ways to thrive with Adult ADHD and many ways to focus on your strengths. This episode is decided to having a positive mindset and learning how to be nice to yourself. The guest this week is Lara Honos Webb, a clinical psychologist based in California and the author of many books on ADHD. We talk about how many of us, ADHD or not, get stuck in a trap of negative self talk and where that negativity comes from. For many with ADHD or other types of different brains, school was not a great place for us and in many cases, it was the cause of negative thoughts and patterns. We discuss they types of things you may find in common with people that get in this habit of negative self talk and how this can progress into other areas of life. Lara talks about how negative self talk can affect us and affect others around us and why it is such a negative force in our lives. We discuss the benefits of positive self talk and why it is so important to our wellbeing and mindset. And what brain scans can tell us about how to talk to ourselves. Lara walks us through how we get on a path of minimizing these negative behaviors and some final tips for everyone, whether we have ADHD or not. Find Lara's article on Psychology Today here. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-gift-adhd/201903/self-talk-solutions-adhd Lara's website for more info. https://www.addisagift.com/

This week, Benjamin Cheyette, M.D. is back on Overcoming Distractions to speak about how you can embrace your ADHD brain. Many of those with ADHD do struggle with many of the negative aspects of having ADHD but countless also embrace that ADHD brain they were given and have used it for forge great careers and launch successful businesses. On this podcast, we discuss how adults with ADHD can embrace their strengths that come with ADHD and learn how to live with and manage some of the limitations that they might be experiencing. We also first take the time to discuss why some individuals may or may not identity themselves as ADHD or having ADHD and we do address how some may struggle with getting to a place where they can feel they are thriving in life. Dr. Cheyette also talks about the fact that some run away from their ADHD and decide not to address it or even characterize themselves as someone who just might have a different brain. We discuss the pros and cons of that situation. How do we work toward embracing ADHD or the brain we were given? Dr. Cheyette talks about how we can look inward and find the good in our ADHD. We also discuss why it is important for people to focus on the positives and Dr. Cheyette offers his perspective from a clinical point of view Ben also discusses the difference between an ADHD coach and a psychologist like himself. When should you see someone like him and when does it make sense to use the services and guidance of an ADHD coach. Having a professional by your side can help you embrace your own ADHD in different ways. Find Dr. Cheyette's article we mention in the podcast below. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/1-2-3-adhd/201709/thinking-focus

The title of this podcast interview is interesting and so is the project by the same name. What would our world look like without the minds of those with ADHD? The ADHD mind is responsible for so many of the inventions, discoveries and other things we enjoy and many of us are unaware of that. Those with ADHD are thinkers and problem solvers and so much progress has been made by the minds of neurodiversity. This podcast has Dr. Kirsten Milliken and ADHD Coach Kris Mitchell as guests. Their project "Would You Want to Live In A World Without ADHD?" is meant to show the world that there have been many positives from the world of ADHD. We always hear about negatives with ADHD but the three talk about some of the positive aspects of ADHD. They discuss why those without ADHD should change their perspective about ADHD as well as individuals with ADHD. Both can have a negative view. The group talks about why so many with ADHD need to chart their own course including some of the professionals they profile on the website. www.worldwithoutadhd.com How does someone really find out what their strengths are? Dr. Kirsten and Kris have some thoughts on how to really home in on what you are good at. Dr. Kirsten and Kris talk all about the project "Would You Want to Live In A World Without ADHD?" Why they launched it, what they are trying to achieve and how you can be a part of this groundbreaking effort. They also answer the question- What life lessons do you feel can be taught through the lens of ADHD? To anyone regardless of whether they have ADHD or not. This is a great discussion about looking at ADHD through a different and positive lens. You can be a part of the project by logging on to their website: www.worldwithoutadhd.com

For most of us, we want to be truly happy and that involves finding out who we really are, what we were put on this earth to do and our purpose in life. Not the meaning of life, but our purpose. And that's what this podcast is all about. Back again is Grandmaster Chris Berlow from Empowered Mastery and he talks about how to identify your purpose and get to know yourself a little better. Chris talks about ways to find happiness in your life and how to identify your own personal values as well as why that is important to everyone. He also defines happiness as he sees it and it is not all related to money. Chris also walks us through what Empowered Mastery calls the LAB Report which is the Life Alignment Blueprint which he walks many of his clients through to help them create clarity in their lives. And he talks about how to draft a Worthy Ideal which is a personal statement of what is important to you in life as an individual. You can find Grandmaster Chris Berlow at: https://empoweredmastery.com/

What is ADHD? What role does dopamine play in the brain? How does dopamine work in the brain? These are some of the questions we answer in this episode of Overcoming Distractions the podcast this week. Benjamin Cheyette, MD, Ph.D is the guest this week and we go back to some basics of ADHD and the brain. Maybe you were diagnosed with ADHD but don't really know more about the how ADHD really works and what some of the characteristics are. Ben breaks ADHD down beautifully and with a lot of detail. Ben and Dave spend a lot of time on dopamine. What dopamine is and how it works in the brain. Dopamine is not an ADHD thing. Every human relies on dopamine as well as animals and Ben walks us through a very detailed explanation from the neuroscience point of view. Ben says that it is the reward system for the brain, and we all need it. Ben also takes time to distinguish between short term dopamine rushes such as when someone likes your photo on social media and longer term dopamine such as when you find the job and career that you love. Ben wraps up by discussing what it takes to be you. At least in the world of ADHD, many of us must find out who we are and what we like and dislike. Ben says to start with writing down your values and finding what you want to accomplish and what you ultimately need to say no to and cut off. Ben is also the co-author of the book ADHD and the Focused Mind. He talks briefly about the book and some of the lessons in the book. You can find the book here; https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0757004148 Find his blog here on Phycology Today; https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/1-2-3-adhd

This week on Overcoming Distractions, we talk with Brendan Mahan about what he calls the Wall of Awful. Brendan who has been on the podcast before and was featured in the book, Overcoming Distractions talks about how those who struggle with various takes can find a way to tackle those responsibilities that might be plaguing them to no end. Brendan is also the founder of ADHD Essentials and coaches individuals of all ages. He runs the popular podcast by the same name. Brendan says that there is a progression that many with ADHD go through when it comes to getting things accomplished. They run from failure, disappointment, rejection, worry, self-doubt and the emotions run high sometimes. There are just some days when anyone, regardless of whether they have ADHD or not, can run into this Wall of Awful and we need to find ways to tackle this wall. Brendan talks about the ways in which you can tackle the Wall of Awful. Some ways are much better than others. He talks about putting a door in the wall, smashing though the wall and going around the wall. He talks about the strategies involved in trying to get from goals and tasks to done and accomplished. Brendan and Dave also spend time on the topic of email and how it can slow our days down. Brendan shares some of his tips for making email more manageable and fun at the same time. In this podcast, Brendan answers the common question, why is it so difficult some days to get things done! And he has the answers. Find Brendan Mahan at his website which includes ADHD Essentials the Podcast. https://www.adhdessentials.com/

This is an important episode for anyone that has had their work environment abruptly altered due to the COVID-19 Coronavirus crisis. Many of us are now working from home and may not be ready for that change to our working environment. Dave sits down with Casey Dixon of Dixon Life Coaching about how you can continue to work and stay productive during this drastic change in our work and home life. Casey works with professionals including lawyers, professors and others in high-demand careers to help them stay on track and stay productive. Dave and Casey talk about how in a time of crisis, there can be a shock to a person's work environment and they talk about what can happen. However, many with ADHD who have become successful, have systems in place and can transition during these times. But there still can be challenges. They discuss how to set up a place in your home if you don't already have a dedicated space to work from. And they walk through how to set priorities when you suddenly have a house full of children that do not have a school to go to. Casey also talks about what happens when you suddenly have nothing to do. Many in the COVID-19 crisis lost their jobs or had a sudden drop in client work. While we hope this is temporary, Casey talks about how to stay active during these times. And Casey goes through a checklist if you have suddenly had to change your work environment. She talks about time management, routines, staying healthy with mind and body exercises, blocking distractions and negotiating some structure with the rest of the family. You can find Casey Dixon here: https://www.dixonlifecoaching.com/

If you want to improve your focus with ADHD, this will be a great podcast for you to listen to. Back for round two is Dr. Sarah Cheyette, a specialist in ADHD and the author of Winning with ADHD and the title of our podcast, ADHD and The Focused Mind. In her book, Sarah and her co-authors Peter Johnson and Ben Cheyette walk readers through how you can use the techniques of athletes and martial artists to achieve greater focus when you have ADHD. Sarah and Dave first talk about the myth that those with ADHD cannot focus. In fact, people with ADHD can have tremendous focus when they want to and on things that matter to them. They address both the public's perception as well as the self-talk that many with ADHD tell use to tell themselves otherwise. Sarah and Dave discuss our need for goals, how we have our best performance when we have practical and achievable goals and how self esteem comes from achievement. Sarah also goes through the concept of SMART Goals and how to implement them in your life. Sarah talks about the will to train versus the will to win and how they differ. And Dave and Sarah discuss how to how mind and body work together to help those with ADHD including nutrition, sleep, exercise, a healthy breakfast and positive visualization. How to keep your spirit up and the importance of believing in yourself. Find Sarah Cheyette and the book here: https://sarahcheyette.com/

This week we are talking about time again but this is not a time management episode. This episode we are talking about how those with ADHD experience time differently than others. Dave sits down with ADHD Coach, Shelly Collins. Shelly also co-hosts the ADHD podcast Translating ADHD with Cameron Gott who has also been on Overcoming Distractions for a couple of discussions. Dave and Shelly discuss what adults with ADHD struggle with when it comes to time and of course, the list could become numerous. But they also point out that those with ADHD are not the only ones that have challenges with time and that it is important for anyone with ADHD to understand this. Dave asks Shelly what time "feels Like" for adults with ADHD and how that can be different than those that are neurotypical. Shelly discusses time horizons and how many with ADHD struggle with long term planning in regards to time. Does the future exist for adults with ADHD and what is destination thinking. They also discuss topics such as procrastination as well as other forms of time delay that could be mistaken for time management issues. And Shelly gives he tips for starting down a path of having a better relationship with time. You can find Shelly Collins at: https://www.gatewayproductivity.com/ And find Translating ADHD the podcast at: translatingadhd.com

This week we chat with Sarah Cheyette MD about social anxiety. While many adults with ADHD might be very outgoing and have the gift of being a great communicator, some of those with ADHD also experience social anxiety in various situations. Sarah Cheyette is the author of two books on ADHD; ADHD and the Focused Mind, as well as Winning with ADHD. Sarah starts out by describing just what social anxiety is and how those with ADHD can experience this in various settings, both at home and at work. She discusses negative thinking and the neuroscience around it. Sarah also talks about the anxious part of our brains and that sometimes, we have challenges thinking straight when we are nervous. Dave and Sarah talk about extrovert versus introvert and how for many of us, depending on the situation, can be both. Many with ADHD are outgoing. Can we be both? Sarah says that from many that experience social anxiety, it can start at an early age. Many with ADHD experience a large amount of negative talk as we grew up. From school and classroom, as well as bad report cards to other areas of our lives where maybe we didn't quite fit in. Dave and Sarah talk about having more self-awareness about social anxiety and how you can better understand your own challenges. They discuss the types of issues can this cause as an adult or young adult including college and getting into the workplace. And Sarah goes through some of her tips for managing social anxiety and getting more comfortable in public settings. You can find Sarah Cheyette at: https://sarahcheyette.com/

Back this week for another podcast is Dr. Sharon Saline to discuss the topic of whether people grow out of ADHD. It is another one of those common discussions in the world of ADHD and a topic that many have different views on. Dr Saline is the author of the book What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew and in private practice in Western Massachusetts. Dave and Dr. Saline first discuss her book and that fact that there are many parts of the book that resonate with both children and adults with ADHD and there are valuable lessons to be taken away from her book. Dr. Saline cites various research that suggests some children do outgrow ADHD but there is another camp that suggests that in most cases it is more about adapting to your environment and becoming more self-aware. Dr. Saline brings up our 11 executive functions and how they operate. When we are doing the things we love, in the right environment or we have a great career that we enjoy, those executive functions may work great. She also brings up what she calls the 5 C's that she outlines in her book. Those are, Self control, compassion, collaboration, consistency and celebration. She details these and how they help an individual with ADHD. Join Dave and Dr. Saline for a great discussion about whether we do in fact grow out of our ADHD> Find Dr. Sharon Saline on her website at: https://drsharonsaline.com/ You can find her latest book here; https://www.amazon.com/dp/0143132393

If you have ADHD, you are probably a creative person and this podcast is dedicated to you. This week, Dave has back Laura MacNiven, founder of the Springboard Clinic based in Toronto. Laura is also the co-author of the book, "May We Have Your Attention Please." and Dave and Laura had a chat back several months ago about the book and several other topics with adult ADHD. Laura and Dave discuss the topic of having ADHD and being a creative person. While many of us are creative by nature, some struggle with getting in that creative zone. Once we do, magic can happen. But we need to get there first. Laura walks us through some of the tactics we can do to harness our creative expertise and make it flourish. She talks about learning when you can be most creative and what setting provides a flow of creativity. Laura also speaks about how to track your creative ideas and how to find the easiest way to express your creativity. And she speaks about finding out if you have a certain time of day that your creativity flows naturally. One of the gifts of having adult ADHD is that we can be creative and make that work for us both for enjoyment as well as for our careers. Find out more about the Springboard Clinic here and find the book, May We have Your Attention Please. http://www.springboardclinic.com/

This week Dave invited Jeff Copper from Dig Coaching back to continue the theme of ADHD myths. There are many myths about ADHD and Jeff and Dave tackle one that is always on the minds of many. Myth- People with ADHD cannot focus. This myth discussion is for both the general public and those with ADHD who feel they cannot focus. While many with ADHD do have issues with attention, the fact that those with ADHD cannot focus is simply not true. Yes, some with ADHD do have challenges with focus but there are a few key elements when it comes to focus, attention and getting important matters taken care of. Jeff explains that what we focus on depends on what we are interested in which is not unlike anyone. Whether an individual has ADHD or not, humans pay attention to things that they are interested in. That goes for career and other interests. Dave and Jeff talk about emotions, social media, getting in the right job and right career and they discuss positive self-talk. They also talk about how certain jobs and industries change with innovation and technology and how that can affect someone's ability to focus. Jeff also discusses way in which those with ADHD can increase their focus. Find Jeff copper at: www.digcoaching.com

This week, Dave sits down with Dr. Hackie Reitman, the founder of Different Brains. Different Brains is a tremendous resource for those who consider themselves neurodiverse and their families. And for that matter, anyone that wants to learn more about those of us with different brains. From ADHD, autism and so much more, the website covers a wide range of topics. Hackie and Dave talk about what neurodiversity is as well as where Hackie got his passion for this stage of his life. Hackie talks about his daughter and her challenges early on and how this inspired him to bring more attention to the world of neurodiversity. Dave and Hackie talk about how a different brain can add value to a business and how different perspectives can be gained by an organization that listens to those with different abilities. Is ADHD misunderstood by the public and the business world? Hackie and Dave discuss this as well. Hackie talks about his book Aspertools which is a guide for those with Asperger syndrome and others on the autism spectrum. You can find that book here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0757318533/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0 Hackie also talks about how he got his movie made, The Square Root of 2 about his daughter's experiences growing up. He talks about being a professional boxer, surgeon and so much more. In all, this is a great discussion about those of us who have different brains. Learn more about Hackie and find all the incredible resources he has developed with his team at: https://www.differentbrains.org/

This week, Dave gets to sit down and chat with Max Fennell, a professional triathlete, entrepreneur and ADHD advocate. Max was also featured on the CBS show Million Dollar Mile, produced by LeBron James. Max talks about growing up and how he found the world of triathlons and how a sports injury led him to this sport. Max also discuses his tips for adults with ADHD and how he manages his ADHD including running and why he feels that is an important way to start the day. Max and Dave also talk about the fact that many professional athletes have ADHD and that is the path in life they took. Max gives the parents who may be raising a child with ADHD some hope and inspiration as he talks about making sure children and young adults who may be neurodiverse, the chance to find their way in life. Academics may not be for everyone and many with ADHD thrive in careers and business opportunities that they did not go to school for. Learn more about Max at: https://www.maxfennell.co/

This week we discuss some of the more popular myths about ADHD. And back to discuss this topic is Cameron Gott, an ADHD coach that works with adults, leaders and others in high-demand positions. Cam was on Overcoming Distractions in episode 39 when we discussed good brain management for those with ADHD. There are countless myths about ADHD that you will find out there on the internet and beyond. Dave and Cam discuss some of these in a humorous and frustrating way to try and shed more light on the topic and understanding of ADHD. Cam and Dave talk about the ultimate ADHD myth and that is the notion that ADHD is not real. With science behind the diagnosis of ADHD, there is more than enough proof that ADHD is a real thing. But listen to hear more about this myth. Another very popular myth as that ADHD is just in kids. If you know anything about ADHD, it is best described as an unregulated amount of dopamine that enters the prefrontal cortex of the brain. While many may learn to cope, and become more self-aware, the fact is that you do not outgrow your ADHD. Another topic that Dave and Cam chat about is the belief that people with ADHD are not successful. As you may know, Dave wrote Overcoming Distractions and interview many successful entrepreneurs with ADHD so those of us in the ADHD community know that there are many successful individuals that have made a great impact in business and in life. How can we educate people about ADHD? Cam and Dave chat about the countless resources out there that both those with and without ADHD can tap into to find out more about the topic. If you want to find out more about Cameron Gott and ADHD coaching, check out his website: https://www.camerongott.com/

This week, Dave chats with Peter Shankman, author of the book, Faster Than Normal. The book is about adult ADHD and how to use that gifted brain you were given at birth. Peter also hosts a very popular podcast by the same name. Peter Shankman as you may know is a very successful entrepreneur and keynote speaker. Peter travels the county and the world and can be in New York one day, and across the globe the next day. And that's what Dave and Peter discuss. How to manage your ADHD and thrive with ADHD when you are a busy entrepreneur. Peter talks about how he has created routines that help him with his very busy schedule. Whether he is in New York or another part of the world, Peter keeps a routine to make sure he stays on track and as productive as he can be. Peter talks about the importance of exercise and working out. And how he uses it to stay on track when he might cross several time zones. Does Peter have a different routine for when he's home and when he travels? He'll answer that question as well as how manages his busy schedule in a different time zone. Peter also talks about whether he uses pen and paper to keep track of everything or if he uses technology for projects, to-do lists and other tasks. He talks about some of his favorite aps he uses to stay productive and why he pretty much puts his life in the cloud. And Peter gives some hope to those who may be raising a child or young adult with ADHD and that may be struggling. Many who have gone through hard times with ADHD come out very successful in business and Peter has a few words to say about staying positive. Peter has been a tremendous advocate for how you can thrive with ADHD and how you can see the positive aspect of having ADHD. As long as you are managing it properly. Find out some of Peter's top ADHD tips in this value-packed episode. You can connect with Peter at: www.Shankman.com or www.Fasterthannormal.com

This week Dave sits down with Cena Block and they discuss why many of us always feel too busy. Cena is an ADHD coach, working with many professionals and entrepreneurs. Cena is also a certified organizer coach and productivity consultant. Why do I always feel so busy? Cena talks with Dave about this important question. Dave and Cena discuss why many of us feel like there are just not enough hours in the day to get what we need to get done. We always feel like there is just too much on our plate. Cena talks about the reasoning behind this and offers her thoughts on the way our busy world works today. Cena talks about some of the reasons that contribute to our business including time management, cluttered mind and clutter spaces as well as our lack of systems in our business life. Cena offers us some advice for when we are actually too busy and we have too many things on our plate. Sometimes we can feel busy but other times, we actually do have too many items on our to-do list. Cena sorts this out for us. Cena also walks us through how to begin the process of managing how busy we are and how busy we feel and gives us some actional tips to think about. You can find Cena here at her website: www.SaneSpaces.com

This week we have Jeff Copper back from DIG Coaching to talk with us about working memory. Lost your car keys, forgot why you walked into a room or forgot to pack the right cloths for your trip? Your working memory is probably to blame. Jeff explains what working memory is and how we need a good working memory to get things done during the course of our day. How working memory can affect our productivity and frustrate us when we do forget things are a major topic of discussion. Jeff and Dave also have a little fun at our own expense. Forgetting things around the house such as walking into a room and not knowing why you are there is sometimes amusing. But also, in business, it can affect our business and the people around us if we don't come up with solutions. Jeff gives us real life scenarios and small examples of tests we could do to see how our working memory manages and he runs through actionable ways in which we can come up with solutions to the challenge of a lack of working memory. Jeff also lays out a number of tools he and others use to keep track of daily tasks and large projects such as Evernote, Copy Talk and Live Scribe. Find ADHD Coach Jeff Copper at these websites: www.digcoaching.com www.attentiontalkradio.com www.attentiontalkvideo.com www.attentiontalknews.com

The topic this week is about how to have more confidence in business and in your personal life. This week on Overcoming Distractions the podcast, Dave speaks with Alyssa Dver, founder of The American Confidence Institute. Many who might have had a challenging upbringing (such as ADHD) have had their confidence eroded over time. Dave and Alyssa talk about why some people have lost their confidence or in many cases, never had enough confidence to chase their dreams or big goals. Alyssa defines confidence and lets us know exactly what she feels leads to a professional having the confidence they need in business. Other discussion points in this podcast include, the topic of what actually contributes to lack of confidence and what brain science has to do with confidence. They discuss what can do for us in a business setting and the steps someone needs to take to create more confidence in their lives. Alyssa and Dave also chat about one of the age-old questions-Confidence VS> Arrogance. What is the difference and how do we spot it. Alyssa and her team also offer confidence coaching and she explains how confidence coaching is different than other coaching such as a business coach or life coaching. Alyssa also discusses imposter syndrome and how this is connected to confidence. Many men and women as well as people with ADHD experience imposter syndrome at one time or another in their lives and Alyssa talks about what this is and how to counter it. Alyssa works with professionals from all walks of life. From business professionals, entrepreneurs, lawyers, academics and many others. Learn more about Alyssa Dver and the American Confidence Institute at: http://www.americanconfidenceinstitute.com/

Grandmaster Chris Berlow is back on Overcoming Distractions to talk about how to set and achieve the biggest goals of your life. In 2017 Chris climbed Kilimanjaro (19,341 feet) in Tanzania, in 2018 he went to Everest Base Camp (17,600) and climbed Kalapathar (18,508) in the Himalaya's in Nepal, in 2019 Chris went to Ecuador and climbed Cotopaxi (19,347) which is one of the tallest active volcanos in the world. Chris will tell us about how he prepared to do these climbs and he tells us what drives him to set and achieve big goals such as climbing. He talks about some of the highlights of those climbs and what he did to prepare mentally for these climbs. He answers the questions: How do we get "out of our head"? How do we deal with frustration? How do we set and achieve the biggest goal of our life? Find Chris Berlow and Empowered Mastery: https://empoweredmastery.com/

This week we have Dr. Sarah Reiff-Hekking back on Overcoming Distractions. And we're talking about how to get the most out of going to or attending a time management workshop or seminar. Dr. Sarah runs True Focus Coaching just outside of Boston, MA. She coaches professionals on how to get a grip on their time and she also runs the Time Matters Boot Camp. Dr. Sarah and Dave discuss how to make sure your walk away from a time management event with actionable goals and a plan to maximize your time and why you should consider taking the right time management workshop. Dr. Sarah walks us through some of the indicators that may lead us to decide we need to get a handle on our time and if it actually makes sense for the entire team in your business to attend as well. How do we maximize our investment is such a program and how do we follow through on the tactics and processes we have learned? Dr. Sarah also discusses how we can do our best to make time management not complicated and what to do when our week seem to blow up in our face. We then chat about her Time Matters Boot Camp that she holds in the Boston area. To learn more about Dr. Sarah Reiff-Hekking and her Time Matters Boot Camps, check out www.CreateFocusNow.com

On this episode of Overcoming Distractions, we chat with Cris Sgrott who will guide us on how to get and stay organized when you have ADHD. Cris is with Organizing Maniacs a firm that works with many people but has a specialty in working with individuals with ADHD. Cris is becoming well-known in the ADHD world and helps her clients with many aspects of getting organized which include physical items as well as other things including time. Whether you have ADHD or not, you will find some incredible value and some great tips on how to get organized. Cris answers the following questions about organization and ADHD: On the list of challenges those with ADHD face, how high on the list is disorganization? Is there a root cause of someone being disorganized? Why are some people with ADHD disorganized? Why is it so hard for some of us to get and stay organized? When has disorganization gone too far in someone's life or business? Organization comes with physical items as well as time. Cris and Dave chat about how time gets compromised when we are disorganized. Dave and Cris talk solutions to getting organized. Where do we start? And how do we get organized without getting frustrated? Do we try to get organized on our own or is it best to get help? And Cris gives us her top tips for getting started in the office when it comes to being organized. Learn more about Cris here: https://www.organizingmaniacs.com/

Overcoming Distractions was founded on the belief that people with ADHD can thrive and be successful, despite what you see and hear from others. Many entrepreneurs have ADHD and many with ADHD become entrepreneurs. Many also enter leadership roles in other organizations and are responsible for not only the direction of a company but are charged with leading others. How does someone in leadership manage their ADHD and use it to their advantage? This podcast we chat with David Rickabaugh of Leading With ADHD. David works with professionals and leaders that just happen to have ADHD and help them become better leaders as well as use their Superpowers of ADHD to become even more effective. We discuss: What superpowers can a leader with ADHD bring to an organization and what are the challenges associated with having ADHD in a leadership role. We chat about how to stay focused as a leader when you have employees and others under your direction. We also discuss if it is difficult for someone to lay out their challenges honestly or if it comes naturally. Can someone with ADHD be true to themselves to work through challenges. David walks us through how he helps leaders with ADHD create an "Owner's Manual" so they can perform better as a leader and david gives us his top tips for fostering the superpowers of ADHD when you are in a business setting. Find out more about David here: https://www.leadingwithadhd.com/

This week we are talking about ADHD and entrepreneurship, something that Overcoming Distractions was founded on. We chat with Rick Fiery of Inventive Labs based in Massachusetts. Inventive labs is just that, a lab were those who think and learn just a little differently, can grow, thrive, learn and build their ideas. With a main focus on entrepreneurship, Inventive Labs also focuses on career advice, gap years and they host a pitch competition. Rick and Dave discuss more about Inventive Labs and what the atmosphere and vibe there is like. Rick chats about why he feels feel those with ADHD make great entrepreneurs and what separates someone with neurodiversity from others in the area of entrepreneurship? Finding a career for many with ADHD can be a challenge so Rick discusses how Inventive Labs helps in that area and how the team atmosphere helps everyone thrive and drive their ideas forward. He discusses how to bring ideas to the next level including writing a business plan and how to get funding for your new business idea. And Dave asks Rick one of those powerful questions. How do you recommend someone with ADHD, etc.. "find themselves?" Find out more about Inventive Labs here: https://www.inventivelabs.org/

This week on Overcoming Distractions, we chat with Cameron Gott, an ADHD coach that works with those in business, entrepreneurs and other professionals. We are going to talk about brain management and how to thrive with Adult ADHD, focusing on the total person, rather than just one type of technique. While many might focus on time management techniques for those with ADHD, Cameron will discuss with us that the picture is much larger than that and if we focus on the individual, we will have a much better chance of managing our ADHD and actually thriving with it. Cameron describes what good brain management is and the components of being self-aware. He talks about why sleep so important to thriving with ADHD and how to achieve that goal. Why is exercise part of good brain management? And what does it do for the brain. He speaks to what impact proper brain management can have on an individual with ADHD. And we discuss what other aspects of brain management are important and he gives us some quick tips for getting started with a program of good brain management. Such as. Give credit to yourself for the good things. Pay attention to yourself. Collect data on yourself including good and negative traits. And, start slow. Try one thing at a time such as exercise, meditation, etc… You can find Cameron's blog about good brain management for those with ADHD here: https://www.camerongott.com/blog/2019/8/14/first-things-first-good-brain-management Check out Cameron's new podcast here: www.TranslatingADHD.com

ADHD and shame sometimes go together and for many, it's a real struggle. This episode of Overcoming Distractions we chat with Dr. Sharon Saline a licensed clinical psychologist and one of the top experts on ADHD for both children and adults. She is also the author of the popular book on ADHD, What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew: Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life. David talks with Dr. Saline about the topic of shame and where it might stem from at an early age. Dr. Saline defines shame as it relates to adult ADHD and explains where shame might come from. Hint, it might be some of those bad report cards… Why shame is such a critical issue when trying to thrive with ADHD and why negative self-talk is not good for anyone with ADHD> Dr. Saline talks about how shame can get in the way of thriving with adult ADHD and we talk about whether shame is in any way, related to imposter syndrome. How do we begin the process of overcoming shame? Dr. Saline talks about how to begin that process. And she gives us her top tips for someone who is experiencing shame in their life. You can find Dr. Sharon Saline here and her book below. https://drsharonsaline.com/ Find her book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0143132393

In this episode, we dig a little deep into the mind and mindset of an adult with ADHD. While we often discuss some of the basic techniques and habits to thrive with ADHD such as sleep, exercise, time management and others, we are going to get into our minds a little bit in this episode. Having a proper mindset is important in all aspects of a successful life but when it comes to managing and thriving with ADHD, it's a critical part of the mix. Having the proper mindset allows you to make better decisions, not dwell on challenging situations you are placed in and it gives you the ability to see things in a different and more positive way. Jeff tells us about his ADHD coaching practice and other activities around ADHD such as Attention Talk Radio. Jeff defines mindset and he tells us why it's an important part of thriving with adult ADHD. We did into some examples of the wrong mindset with ADHD and how to think differently about challenging situations. And we touch on how to start on a new path of mindset and self-awareness in order for an adult to thrive with ADHD. We also chat about procrastination and the true reason why we do so, obstacle to a positive mindset and how to work with your ADHD brain. If you need some new thoughts and inspiration to manage your ADHD, this is a great episode. You can find Jeff at the websites below; www.digcoaching.com www.attentiontalkradio.com www.attentiontalkvideo.com www.attentiontalknews.com

In this episode we chat with Melissa Orlov, author of The ADHD Effect on Marriage and The Couple's Guide to Thriving with ADHD. Melissa aside from being an author of books on ADHD, also hosts seminars and groups on how to navigate ADHD and relationships. She is the leading authority on this subject and her groups are very popular. In this Podcast on ADHD and Marriage we cover: We chat about the main reasons people come to her and her workshops? Melissa takes time to discuss how her ADHD groups and seminars structured. She details what she wants to achieve when working on a relationship with a couple. Melissa says that one of the keys to success is that both people in a relationship need to have an understanding of ADHD. We talk about relationships when it comes to entrepreneurship. How can that busy entrepreneur or businessperson do their part in maintaining a healthy relationship? Melissa's top tips for maintaining a healthy relationship when ADHD is involved. You can find Melissa Orlov at the website below, learn more about her books and sign up for her groups and seminars on ADHD. https://www.adhdmarriage.com/

This podcast we speak with Mary Ellen Wasielewski of BLT Strategies based just outside of Boston, MA. Mary Ellen and her team coach executives and others that are experiencing burnout in their career, have suffered a loss in their immediate family or they are in major transition in business or their personal life. Mary Ellen talks with us about her personal story about how she got into this line of work and introduces us to BLT Strategies. She talks about some of the common reasons her and the team are brought into a company or hired by an individual for coaching. We discuss burnout and why many might experience this and not know it. How do we recognize burnout in ourselves? We chat about the steps we need to take to overcome burnout. We then talk about how the team works with a professional after a loss in the family and steps a busy professional needs to take to get back to work and productive after a death or major life event. Mary Ellen has health and wellness professionals on her team and we discuss why this is so important to her goals and objectives with a client. Mary Ellen talks about her top goals when working with a client. You can fine out more about BLT Strategies and Mary Ellen here; https://www.bltstrategies.com/

This episode we chat with Laura MacNiven, co-founder of the Springboard Clinic based in Toronto and the author of the ADHD workbook, May We Have Your Attention Please? The workbook is a great tool for anyone with ADHD trying to sort things out and find their way. Laura's book is certain to do well with individuals with ADHD of all ages. Some of the topics we discuss are: We discuss the general theme of the workbook Did the workbook fill a void in the ADHD world? We talk about "the hidden you" and ways to find out what the perfect day is in your life. We chat about how this workbook can help the busy businessperson or entrepreneur who might have ADHD. We also have a discussion about how the Springboard Clinic works with someone to maximize their gifts And for the busy professional, Laura gives us her top tips for managing and maximizing a distracted mind. You can find the book on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.ca/Have-Attention-Please-Living-Thriving/dp/1999571908/ Find out more about the Springboard Clinic here. http://www.springboardclinic.com/

This week we talk with Lysa Miller, cofounder of 3MediaWeb, a digital marketing agency based in Hudson Massachusetts. We talk with Lysa about running and growing a digital marketing agency in a fast-paced industry, taking into consideration the constant changes in the world of marketing and PR. Lysa offers her advice and tips for creating systems that work for everyone on the team and how to manage the distractions of a digital world. Some of the other topics we discuss are: Running a fast-paced company in a rapidly changing industry. How do her and her team keep on top of the changing digital marketing landscape. Social media is a big part of her business, so we discuss how they make it work in their favor. Lysa likes to keep busy and we discuss why this is such an important part of how she manages her day and how it works in her favor when staying productive. She also keeps her team busy as well in the community and she speaks about the culture they have established by getting involved in the local community. And she shares her tips for those that need a little help in staying on track, focused in business and need to minimize distractions. You can find Lysa at: https://www.3mediaweb.com/ Instagram: @lysapreneaur

One major distraction in any size organization is when there is workplace conflict. When your team is not getting along, getting on the same page or working together as a team, conflict arises, and distractions become part of the workplace. This time we chat with Carol Marzouk, "executive lion tamer" with Leadership N Soul. Carol gives us some great insight into what happens in any size organization when conflict comes into play. Here is what we discuss: Some of the main reasons for workplace conflict? How does someone recognize that conflict is becoming a problem? Is there good conflict? If so, how can that be productive? Is conflict worse in a small business rather than a larger organization? How does constant conflict distract us as well as the overall business? How do you work to align an organization? What if we just can't get along? Carol's top tips for "taming the lions" Learn more about carol here; https://leadershipnsoul.com/index.html

How to manage a crisis in your business. There is one distraction that takes on a life of its own sometimes and it is a crisis in a business. Having a public relations crisis can not only distract you, it can stop you dead in your tracks if not handled properly. You may say, this will never happen to me. But guess what, you would be wrong. It can happen to anyone in business. And in this world of social media, it is very different than when the only way to get news out was TV, radio and newspapers. News travels faster than at any time in our history. We talk with Judy Rakowsky of Liberty Square Group in Boston about how to prepare, handle and mitigate the effects of a business crisis. Judy is the Senior Vice President of the firm and works with many organizations in managing and planning for a crisis. Our discussion includes: We define a crisis. A crisis is the ultimate distraction in an organization. Why does it disrupt so much? Why does Judy think many in business are unprepared? We talk about how a crisis in this digital/social media world is a different event. Does Judy feel there are always advance signs of a crisis? In this digital age with social media, can we adequately create a crisis plan? What are the first few things a business should do when presented with a crisis? Judy's top tips for staying out of or managing a crisis. Find out more about Judy and Liberty Square Group at: https://libertysquaregroup.com/

What makes a great place to work? We are going to find out this week with our guest Mari Ryan. Mari is the founder and CEO of Advancing Wellness and the author of The Thriving Hive; How People-Centric Workplaces Ignite Engagement and Fuel Results. Advancing Wellness is a workplace wellness consultancy based just outside of Boston. Mari and her team help build cultures of wellbeing in organizations. We talk about what makes a company a great place to work and how an organization can build that culture of wellbeing so everyone can thrive. Even those of us who are prone to distractions. Some of our conversation points include. What makes a great place to work? What are the items people should keep in mind when looking for a great place to work? What contributes to a culture of well being? Is work-life balance a fad, a real issue or something that many need and want? Does the corporate world understand the importance of work-life balance? Distractions- What should a person that could be prone to distractions look for in a workplace? Even in the interview. And, how does a person with other gifts or abilities find the right work environment? What's the best way to work with management, your boss? Etc… Mari talks about her book and why she wrote it the way she did in story form. Learn more about Mari Ryan and Advancing Wellness Here: http://www.advwellness.com/ Find Mari's book here; https://www.amazon.com/Thriving-Hive-People-Centric-Workplaces-Engagement-ebook/dp/B07H3879LT/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1537111671&sr=8-1&keywords=the+thriving+hive

This week we have a great chat with Sarah Reiff-Hekking, Ph.D, and Founder of True Focus Coaching, Inc. based just outside of Boston. Sarah works with professionals at all levels to help them overcome procrastination and overwhelm and prioritize all the important tasks in their life. If you are professional in the business world then you have no doubt experienced, overwhelm, distractions and have even procrastinated on various tasks. Sarah walks us through how to overcome various distractions in our business life and gives us actionable tips on how to be more productive. Our conversation: How Sarah worked on her own struggles with procrastination and overwhelm. We talk about why procrastination is such a big issue with those in business Sarah walks us through the four issues we struggle with when it comes to time management Sarah's three core philosophies when it comes to time management Fives step to busting through our own procrastination and overwhelm. The power of positive self-talk but understanding it is not the only solution Sarah runs coaching programs as well as time management boot camps. Learn more about Sarah Reiff-Hekking here; https://www.truefocuscoaching.com/ Find Sarah's eBook, 5 Steps to Bust Through Procrastination & Overwhelm at www.Truefocustips.com

In this episode we talk about kindness and we touch upon the related item of respect. We discuss why kindness matters in life, your business world and more importantly, kindness to yourself. This week's guest is Tara Cousineau, PhD and author of the book The Kindness Cure; How the Science of Compassion Can Heal Your Heart and Your World. Tara is a clinical psychologist a meditation teacher and is connected with Harvard University. In her book she talks about the many subjects related to kindness including, stress, compassion, emotions and gratitude. On the podcast we discuss The definition of kindness In 2019, is kindness is lacking in our society? She explains why kindness takes effort. What does stress have to do with kindness or lack of kindness? How do we be kind to ourselves? Despite our past experiences, etc… Is kindness being embraced in business culture? The benefits of meditation both personally and in the business world. You can find out more about Tara and her work at: https://www.taracousineau.com/ Her book The Kindness Cure can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Kindness-Cure-Science-Compassion-Heart/dp/1626259690/ The Ted talk she refers to in our discussion with Rick Hanson can be found here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jpuDyGgIeh0

The practice of marketing and public relations in a business has fundamentally changed in the past decade. When social media came into our landscape and began to take shape, it changed the way we did business on a number of levels. Those in business were left scrambling to make the best use of these new platforms. And that continues today as the rules keep changing. In this podcast, we chat with Louis Gudema, author of the book, Bullseye Marketing. Louis helps us understanding the marketing trends in 2019 and beyond. We talk about how public relations and marketing has changed, what has stayed the same and how those in business can continue to create valuable and effective marketing and PR plans without letting is distract us into frustration. Some points we discuss are: Has marketing always been a somewhat confusing part of an organization? Does Louis feel that marketing and PR frustrates certain people? Even marketers… How has marketing changed over the past decade? What are companies doing wrong in this digital age or marketing and PR? Have marketing, PR and advertising become just the same thing in this digital world? How do we begin to make our marketing less of a distraction and bring in more ROI? And we have Louis Gudema's top tips for getting an organization of any size on the right track in their marketing and PR? You can find out more about Louis Gudema at: http://revenueassociates.biz/ And find the book Bullseye Marketing here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/173220361X

When the message in your business is complicated, it causes many distractions as well as many other barriers to running a successful and growing company. From the front line, speaking with your potential customers all the way to the top to understand why your company does what it does, a lack of clarity and simplicity can make it difficult to convey what you do and why you do it. This episode we chat with Stephen Melanson of Melanson Consulting based just outside of Boston. Stephen's firm specializes in verbal branding and simplicity. He helps companies of all sizes get clear on a simple but effective message to help drive sales and revenue and provide a framework for that business. And in the end, help to differentiate your business from others in the market. Here are some of our discussion points and takeaways; What do you companies get wrong in this area of messaging? Why does a mixed message cause distractions in a business? How does complicating matters around your message, hurt a business? Internal, external? For the busy and distracted entrepreneur or person in business, why is this even more important? Or for that matter, an entire organization that's distracted, unfocused. When everyone is aligned in an organization, what happens? Is the elevator speech still a thing? How does a busy company or small business begin the process of simplifying their message? Stephen's top tips for implementing solid verbal branding and simplicity in a business of any size. You can find out more about Melanson Consulting here: http://www.melansonconsulting.com/