Welcome to a panel episode of ADHD-ish, where I am joined by fellow business coaches Justine Clay, and Stephanie Wasylyk, who also work with creatives, entrepreneurs and small business owners that identify with ADHD.

The three of us met in Meg Casebolt’s SEO membership community, The Content Love Lab.

In this lively and insightful conversation, we explore how ADHD can shape who we are without solely defining us, and offer valuable strategies for creating inclusive, ADHD-friendly environments, both personally and professionally.

Experimentation, flexibility, the right level of structure and understanding there is not only no one size fits all tools for neurotypicals, there aren’t for those with ADHD tendencies either.

Finding the right strategies and the right coach means honoring what works for you, not fitting into someone's cookie-cutter program.

🏡 Creating ADHD-Friendly Spaces: Stephanie highlights the importance of inclusive environments that cater to diverse learning styles.

She shares her experiences in making her coaching practices welcoming for everyone, regardless of neurodivergence. I suggested that Justine, Stephanie and other inclusivity champions are "ADHD enthusiasts."

🎨 Inclusive Coaching Strategies: Justine shares her evolution in ADHD coaching, from niche marketing to a more encompassing approach that considers clients' preferred learning and processing styles.

She includes an optional neurodivergence question in her intake process, ensuring she meets her clients where they are.

🌈 ADHD as a Part of Identity: We take a close look at how ADHD shapes but doesn't define a person. Diann likens it to a color in a stained glass window—impactful but not the whole picture.

Stephanie cautions against limiting self-perception based solely on ADHD, emphasizing collaboration with a predominantly neurotypical world.

Mentioned during this episode: Voxer walkie talkie app

Want to connect with our guests?

• Connect with Justine Clay on LinkedIn or Instagram
• Justine’s free guide, Pricing Creativity
• Get in touch with Stephanie Wasylyk on LinkedIn
• Stephanie’s membership, The Happy Squirrel Collective

I can’t believe it’s November! Did you catch my Work With Me proposal at the end of this episode?

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Over the course of 12 weeks, we transform your positioning, packaging, pricing and promoting and remove everything holding you back.

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Welcome back to ADHD-ish, the podcast focusing on the intersection of entrepreneurship, creativity, and the strengths and struggles of ADHD.

Today I’m focusing on some uncomfortable truths that can really make or break your business success: the difference between being ready and merely wishing you were.

Whether you're contemplating a pivot, rebranding your business, changing your service offerings, or even considering a new entrepreneurial adventure, understanding this distinction can save you time, money, and a lot of frustration.

If you’re new here, I’m Diann Wingert, dynamic business strategist, certified coach, and former psychotherapist with over two decades of experience.

I’m passionate about helping driven, creative, and ambitious individuals transform their lives and businesses by providing actionable insights and strategies tailored to their unique challenges, especially those stemming from ADHD.

Through this podcast, I combine my deep expertise with a no-nonsense approach to help you navigate the complexities of business and personal development.

5 Key Takeaways You Don't Want to Miss:

1. Learn how to identify The Wishing Phase - thoughts and behaviors that keep you stuck in a perpetual cycle of planning without action.
2. Discover why reaching a peak pain point can be a powerful motivator for genuine change.
3. Understand the importance of being willing to push through the discomfort and awkwardness of new beginnings.
4. Get the scoop on evaluating your practical and emotional readiness for change with a handy self-assessment checklist.
5. Find out how tiny, daily actions (Micro Commitments) can set you on the path from wishful thinking to real progress.

🤓 Fun Fact from the Episode:

Did you know that collecting endless amounts of information without taking action or implementing them is a form of wishful thinking?

It's called the "tipping point fallacy" – thinking you'll magically 'do' once you know 'enough.' Spoiler alert: it doesn’t work that way!

Resources Mentioned:

• Self-assessment checklist
• Focused Space for accountability and body doubling - use my affiliate link for one free month + 25% off after that

Share your assessment results with me:

• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Email

Ask yourself:

"Is the cost of not changing exceeding the discomfort of change?"

Most ADHD-ish business owners would benefit from working with a psychologically sophisticated coach who understands their brain, and to get the best possible outcome, the timing needs to be right.

I have two openings for my signature coaching program for ADHD-ish solopreneurs, The Boss Up Breakthrough which turns your hidden gem into a stand-out, sought-after, profitable business based on your unique brilliance.

We transform your positioning, packaging, pricing and promoting and remove everything holding you back, including fear of visibility and rejection. Schedule a free consultation to see if we’re a fit.

Welcome to another episode of ADHD-ish, where we explore the intersection of business ownership and the strengths and struggles that come with ADHD tendencies.

One of the uncomfortable truths about being self employed, whether you’re a consultant, creative, coach or independent professional is the reality of rejection.

I’m joined for a deep conversation on the topic by Alice Draper, host of the podcast "My Rejection Story" and the founder of the podcast guesting company, Hustling Writers.

She’s on a mission to make publicity more accessible by reframing the experience of rejection.

We'll touch on the nuanced fears of rejection that even successful individuals face, the power of tapping into deep personal motivation, the importance of honest feedback from trusted sources, and accountability.

Whether you're stepping into a new venture or coping with setbacks, this conversation is filled with wisdom to help you understand and navigate rejection with grace and determination.

🎙️ Episode Highlights:

• Conquering the fear of rejection: Practical strategies for building your "rejection resilience muscle."
• The role of cultural conditioning in risk-taking, especially for women.
• Why knowing your "why" can fuel risk-taking and resilience
• Real-life anecdotes that illustrate the power of community support in overcoming setbacks.

Connect with Alice Draper:

• Free podcast pitch template and guide: https://hustlingwriters.com/template/
• Podcast: https://hustlingwriters.com/podcast/
• Website: https://hustlingwriters.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alice-m-draper/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alicedraper/

The two most common reasons business owners struggle are: They are doing too much and fear of “putting themselves out there.”

I have two openings for my signature coaching program for ADHD-ish solopreneurs, The Boss Up Breakthrough which turns your hidden gem into a stand-out, sought-after, profitable business based on your unique brilliance. We transform your positioning, packaging, pricing and promoting and remove everything holding you back, including fear of visibility and rejection. Schedule a free consultation to see if we’re a fit.

Mentioned during this episode:

• The Confidence Code book
• Haley Jakobson
• Geraldine de Ruiter
• Fyre Festival Scandal

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