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Episode Synopsis
Have you ever wondered how successful entrepreneurs navigate ADHD to unleash their creativity?What are the best strategies to manage ADHD while running a business?How can you turn ADHD into a strength in your personal and professional life?🔗 Read / Listen more: https://smartadhd.me/11In this episode of The Smart ADHD Podcast, we dive into the unique journey of Ash Borland, a business owner, father, and minimalist, who has transformed the challenges of ADHD into his superpower. We'll uncover practical strategies and personal insights that can help you thrive, whether you're a smart creative or an entrepreneur.Ash Borland shares his story of being diagnosed with ADHD at age 32 and how it has impacted his life. From dealing with impulse control and anxiety to utilising techniques like CBT, Stoicism, and time blocking, Ash gives a raw and real account of his struggles and successes. We'll also explore how structure, discipline, and external mentorship can play a crucial role in managing ADHD effectively.🎙️ In this episode:00:00 Taking Responsibility: My Fault and Impulse Control00:34 Introduction to the Smart ADHD Podcast01:39 Guest Introduction: Ash Borland's Mission02:59 Ash's ADHD Realisation and Diagnosis Journey11:59 Childhood Reflections: Early Signs of ADHD17:59 Hyperfocus and High IQ: A Double-Edged Sword23:50 Daily Structure and Discipline: Coping Mechanisms27:00 Impulse Control and Binge Eating Struggles37:18 Motivation and Ambition: Overcoming Challenges44:45 The Role of External Influences45:22 A Unique Relationship Dynamic48:11 Mentorship and Hero Worship50:09 Balancing Affirmation and Criticism55:05 The Struggle with Comparison01:01:28 Living with Anxiety01:08:47 Practical Strategies for Managing ADHD01:12:23 Facing Misconceptions and Stigmas01:15:51 Future Plans and Personal Growth01:20:39 Final Thoughts and Advice🕺More about Ash BorlandAsh is a business owner, father, and minimalist. His mission is to simplify success, driven by his determination to thrive with dyslexia and ADHD.Connect with Ash Borland:Website: https://ashborland.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/ashborlandYouTube: https://@ashborlandLinkedIn: https://www.Ashborland.com/linkedinWhat's your biggest challenge in navigating ADHD as a smart creative? Share your thoughts in the comments section below, and don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!—----------------------------🎤 About the Smart ADHD PodcastThe Smart ADHD Podcast is for smart creatives, entrepreneurs, and business owners who are navigating life with ADHD. We celebrate unique brilliance, whether we're intelligent, exceptionally talented, or both. Ian Anderson Gray interviews experts to uncover the real story of ADHD for smart creatives, busting myths and discovering effective strategies to improve our lives, unleash our creativity, and grow.🔗 Find out more at [insert podcast URL]—----------------------------🕺More about Ian Anderson GrayIan is the host of the Smart ADHD Podcast and a live-streaming video coach and consultant. He helps business owners and entrepreneurs broadcast live confidently, communicate better, and set up the right gear and tools. Ian runs Seriously Social, a business aimed at helping others be more productive and level up their impact online. He's also a professional singer, web developer, and an international speaker. Ian lives near Manchester in the UK with his family.—----------------------------🤗 Connect with IanWebsite:...
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