ADHD-ish
Maximizing Entrepreneurial Success: Harnessing ADHD with Effective Systems and Support
28 Feb 2023
If you have heard that ADHD is the “entrepreneur’s superpower” you might be more than a little confused. Let’s face it, ADHD is a diagnosable neurobiological disorder that can create countless struggles in life. So, which is it: superpower or disability?In this episode, I will unpack some of the myths, misconceptions, and stereotypes regarding ADHD and entrepreneurship, share the three subtypes of ADHD and which one I see more often in successful female entrepreneurs, the need for support in business and life for those with ADHD, the importance of taking risks, developing resilience and leveraging hyperfocus and your zone of genius. I will also clarify the difference between having ADHD traits and having an ADHD diagnosis. "If you suspect that you have ADHD, you have experienced failure. And at the very least, you've had tons of experience with adapting to your circumstances, circumstances that were not designed for you." In this episode, you will learn the following:What is the connection between entrepreneurship and ADHD?What does it take to be successful as an entrepreneur with ADHD?How do entrepreneurs with ADHD leverage their strengths and neutralize their struggles? Mentioned in this episode:Johan Wiklund, Professor of Entrepreneurship, Syracuse University: http://bit.ly/3IKSpBZBook: Delivered From Distraction by Ned Hallowell, MD: https://bit.ly/3ZeisqvStrengths Finder Assessment - Significance theme: http://bit.ly/41uy77pWell-known male entrepreneurs with ADHDSir Richard Branson: http://bit.ly/3XWTf2W CEOs of Kinkos & Jet Blue: http://bit.ly/3SoVUS2 Some of my interviews on this topic on other podcasts: ADHD & Business Ownership, an Entrepreneurial Case Study: https://bit.ly/3YeugJuHow ADHD Traits Affect the Small Business Owner: https://apple.co/3FsO44HThe Prevalence of ADHD in High-Achieving Women: http://bit.ly/3KpeirT Connect with me: Website: https://www.diannwingertcoaching.com/YouTube: https://bit.ly/DWC-YoutubeFacebook: https://bit.ly/DWC-FacebookInstagram: https://bit.ly/DWC-InstagramLinkedIn: https://bit.ly/DWC-LinkedInLoved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://apple.co/2BZDFzc Chapter Summaries:[00:00:00]Not all entrepreneurs have ADHD, period. And not all people with ADHD become entrepreneurs. There are three different types of ADHD. Knowing what you're good at? Knowing what is
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