The ADHD CEO

Alyece Smith
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Welcome to The ADHD CEO. The podcast for ambitious entrepreneurs with ADHD done forcing themselves into neurotypical business models. If sales feel like panic-launching, you overthink instead of selling, or “just be consistent” doesn’t work for your brain... you're in the right place. Each week, I share ADHD-friendly sales tips, dopamine-driven marketing, and real talk on scaling a sustainable business without burnout. Follow now and make sales work for your brain.

  1. 23 HR AGO

    189: ADHD Perfection Is Killing Your Profit: Why Your Product Still Isn’t Launched

    FULL SHOW NOTES ARE HERE: https://linkly.link/2KK5q In this episode, Alyece goes all-in on the ADHD entrepreneur's biggest trap... waiting for perfect. You’ve got 90% of your product done, email sequence ready, offer outlined… and yet, it’s still sitting in your Google Drive. That’s not strategy. That’s perfectionism in disguise. And it’s costing you sales, momentum, and confidence. This episode breaks down: Why perfectionism is really fear, not high standards The sneaky belief that “it reflects badly on me” How tweaking too long actually tanks launches Why “one more module” is usually sabotage 5 tactical strategies to beat perfectionism and finally LAUNCH Alyece doesn’t hold back ... she’s giving you deadlines, mindset flips, and the real reason your competitor with the meh offer is outselling you. You’ll walk away with: A clear launch plan (even if your offer is messy) A deadline that works with your ADHD brain A reminder that “perfect never ships, but progress pays” If you’ve got half-built offers, abandoned courses, or sticky notes full of dreams ... this is your wake-up call. 🔗 Links & Mentions: 🎯 Join the waitlist for the “Flow First” Book: https://linkly.link/2KMlf 🎓 Check out the SLEIGH Your Business Course: https://linkly.link/2KgbV 🔥 Join the free Telegram “Unmasked” Community: https://linkly.link/2F5fT ✌️Check out the Focused & Free Membership: https://linkly.link/2EtHK 💬 DM Alyece your launch date: @socially.ausome on IG 📸 Screenshot this episode, tag @socially.ausome, and share what you’re launching in the next 14 days. Let Alyece keep you accountable. 📝 Leave a review ... takes 3 seconds, means the world, and helps more ADHD entrepreneurs find the help they actually need. Takeaways Struggles shape who we are and how we show up. Sharing struggles can enhance customer perception. Authenticity is key to building trust with customers. Vulnerability can create deeper connections. Customers value transparency in relationships. Honesty leads to customer loyalty. Embracing challenges is part of the journey. Realness resonates with audiences. Trust is built through shared experiences. Transparency fosters stronger relationships. Sound Bites "They make us the best." "Honesty fosters loyalty." "Struggles are part of the journey."

    18 min

  2. 4 NOV

    188: TEDx Talk, Imposter Syndrome & Why You Should Apply

    Full Show Notes Here: https://linkly.link/2KJvT In this conversation, Alyece Smith emphasizes the importance of overcoming self-doubt and the necessity of applying to speak at events like TEDx. She encourages aspiring speakers to recognize that every successful speaker once faced similar insecurities and that persistence is crucial in sharing their message. The discussion highlights the empowerment that comes from taking action and the impact one's message can have on others. Mentioned in this episode: ⁠ADHDpreneur Academy⁠ – Build sustainable focus systems ⁠Focused & Free Membership⁠ – Accountability for real rest ⁠Flow First Book Waitlist⁠ – Learn the framework behind sustainable productivity Follow Alyece: Instagram → ⁠@socially.ausome⁠Website → ⁠sociallyausome.com⁠Podcast → The ADHD CEO In this conversation, Alyece Smith emphasizes the importance of overcoming self-doubt and the necessity of applying to speak at events like TEDx. She encourages aspiring speakers to recognize that every successful speaker once faced similar insecurities and that persistence is crucial in sharing their message. The discussion highlights the empowerment that comes from taking action and the impact one's message can have on others. Takeaways Every TEDx speaker you've ever seen was also someone sitting where you're sitting right now. You don't need permission to speak. You need to apply. The worst thing that happens is they say no. Eventually, they say yes, and your message will reach people who desperately need to hear it. Take up space or be more qualified or more polished or more certain. Apply anyway, despite your doubts. Your message will reach people who need it. Persistence is key in public speaking. Don't wait for permission to share your story. Every 'no' brings you closer to a 'yes'. Sound bites "Apply anyway, despite your doubts." "You don't need permission to speak." "Take up space and share your voice." Chapters 00:00 Overcoming Self-Doubt in Public Speaking 00:29 The Emotional Experience: Standing on the TEDx Stage TEDx, public speaking, self-doubt, persistence, personal growth, communication, empowerment, motivation, storytelling, confidence

    16 min

  3. 21 OCT

    187: The Focus Trap : Why ADHD Entrepreneurs Burn Out Faster

    Full Show Notes Here: https://linkly.link/2GmKo You finally get into flow. Your brain’s firing on all cylinders. You’re unstoppable. So you push harder. You stay up until 2 AM, knocking out everything you can.....because who knows when this kind of focus will come back again? Then the crash hits. You wake up foggy, fried, and useless for three days. This is The Focus Trap and it’s the #1 reason ADHD entrepreneurs burn out faster than anyone else. In this 12-minute episode, Alyece breaks down: 💥 Why ADHD brains don’t give warning signs before burnout💥 How the boom-bust cycle wrecks your productivity💥 What “working with your nervous system” actually means💥 Five ADHD-friendly strategies to harness hyperfocus without collapsing afterward 🎧 Listen if you’ve ever said, “I finally had a good day...so I overdid it.” Mentioned in this episode: ADHDpreneur Academy – Build sustainable focus systems Focused & Free Membership – Accountability for real rest Flow First Book Waitlist – Learn the framework behind sustainable productivity Follow Alyece: Instagram → @socially.ausome Website → sociallyausome.com Podcast → The ADHD CEO

    15 min

  4. 14 OCT

    186: Why Your Business Systems Keep Failing (And How to Build Ones That Actually Work)

    Full Blog + Resources: https://sociallyausome.com/post/episode-186-business-systems-failing You spent 3 hours building the perfect Notion workflow. Used it for 2 days. Now it's digital dust while you're back to chaos. Sound familiar? The problem isn't you. It's that neurotypical business systems assume you have consistent executive function, reliable working memory, and can follow multi-step processes. ADHD brains? That's not us. In This Episode: ✨ Why you keep abandoning every system you create ✨ The 3 limiting beliefs keeping you stuck in chaos ✨ What the business world gets wrong about systems ✨ The 5-strategy framework for lazy systems that stick ✨ How to build your "external brain" so you stop relying on memory Key Strategies: → The "If This, Then That" Rule → Maximum Three-Step Rule → Build for 30% Brain Capacity → External Brain System → Lazy Automation Approach Stop trying to maintain complex systems. Start building embarrassingly simple ones that work even when you forget they exist. Join ADHDpreneur Academy Get the systems, templates & support to build a business that works with your brain: adhdpreneuracademy.com Instagram: @socially.ausome Secret Podcast: bit.ly/adhdsecretpodcast

    16 min

  5. 7 OCT

    185: Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria in ADHD Entrepreneurship

    Full Shownotes Here: https://linkly.link/2G5ih Ever spiral after a client leaves you on “read,” someone unfollows you, or a post flops? That gut-punch feeling isn’t just being “too sensitive.” It’s Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) ... a neurological response that hits ADHD entrepreneurs hard. In this episode, Alyece breaks down how RSD shows up in business, why your brain reacts like it’s under attack, and how to build practical systems to keep your business moving even when your emotions flare up. 💥 Takeaways RSD is a neurological response, not just emotional sensitivity.ADHD entrepreneurs often struggle with perceived rejection.Criticism can feel like a personal attack due to RSD.It's essential to differentiate between fact and feeling.Not all feedback is constructive or useful.Building systems can help manage RSD effectively.Visibility in business can increase fear of criticism.Creating a support network is crucial for handling feedback.Embracing sensitivity can enhance business success.Implementing strategies gradually prevents overwhelm. Sound Bites "You can learn how to work with it." "Criticism isn't the same as rejection." "Not all feedback is useful." Resources/Links Mentioned: ADHDpreneur AcademyBuild RSD-proof business systems and reduce emotional overwhelm in entrepreneurship.https://sociallyausome.com/academy Focused & Free MembershipSeparate facts from feelings and get structured accountability with ADHD-focused coaching.https://sociallyausome.com/membership Unmasked CommunityConnect with others managing RSD and ADHD for peer support and feedback filtering.https://sociallyausome.com/unmasked Growth Game Plan Sessions1-on-1 strategy calls for filtering business decisions through your values, not RSD.https://sociallyausome.com/business-growth-audit Flow First Book – WaitlistA complete framework for ADHD-friendly, RSD-aware business design.https://sociallyausome.com/books/flowfirst The Secret PodcastExclusive episodes with unfiltered strategies for managing RSD and business growth.https://sociallyausome.com/secret-podcast---sept-25 Instagram – @socially.ausomeShare your takeaways, tag the host, and join the ADHD entrepreneur community.https://instagram.com/socially.ausome Keywords Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, ADHD, entrepreneurship, emotional sensitivity, criticism management, business strategies, mental health, emotional resilience, feedback, support systems

    16 min

  6. 30 SEPT

    184: The ADHD Entrepreneur's Time Management Lie (What Actually Works)

    📖 Read Full Show Notes: https://sociallyausome.com/post/adhd-time-management-lie-what-actually-works Episode Overview Time blindness isn't a character flaw...it's a neurological reality. Every time management system out there is designed for brains that can estimate how long things take, maintain focus on demand, and generate motivation consistently. ADHD brains can't do any of that. Stop forcing neurotypical productivity methods onto your neurodivergent brain and learn what actually works: energy management over time management, dopamine-first strategies, and systems designed for time blindness. What You'll Learn Why Traditional Time Management Fails ADHD Brains: How time blindness affects ADHD entrepreneurs (thinking something takes 20 minutes, then 3 hours later...) Why time blocking doesn't work for brains that hyperfocus for 3 hours or can't focus for 3 minutes The "early bird" myth and why forcing morning routines is self-sabotage for many ADHD brains How planning paralysis keeps you from actually executing 5 Strategies That Actually Work for ADHD Time Management: Energy Management Over Time Management - Organize by energy levels, not clock hours (protect your 2-3 peak hours for revenue tasks) The Two-List System - One must-do task per day + optional can-do list (stop overwhelming yourself with 47 tasks) Time Anchors Instead of Time Blocks - Attach tasks to natural rhythms ("after coffee" not "9 AM") The Dopamine-First Approach - Start with enjoyable tasks to generate dopamine, THEN tackle hard stuff (opposite of "eat the frog") External Accountability Beats Willpower - Body doubling, accountability partners, public commitments work better than self-discipline Key Takeaways Time blindness is neurological, not a personal failing ADHD brains have 2-3 peak productivity hours per day—protect them fiercely Energy management beats time management for neurodivergent entrepreneurs Dopamine-first approach works better than forcing yourself to do hard tasks first External accountability replaces unreliable internal motivation Time anchors provide structure without rigidity Stop system-hopping and build ONE that works with your brain Rapid-Fire ADHD Time Tips Always late? Triple your time estimates Forget everything? Voice memos immediately Can't start tasks? Lower the barrier ("write one sentence" not "write whole post") Easily distracted? Work in public spaces for external structure Schedules don't stick? Try task-based days (Content Monday, Client Tuesday) Resources Mentioned 📚 Flow First Book - Waitlist The complete guide to building a business around your ADHD energy cycles → https://sociallyausome.com/books/flowfirst 🎓 ADHDpreneur Academy ADHD-friendly systems for energy management and sustainable productivity → https://sociallyausome.com/academy 🎯 Focused & Free Membership Accountability and systems that work with time blindness → https://sociallyausome.com/membership 🎧 Secret Podcast Unfiltered ADHD time and energy management strategies → https://sociallyausome.com/secretpodcast 📱 Connect on Instagram: @socially.ausome About The ADHD CEO Hosted by Alyece Smith, ADHD Business Coach & Founder of Socially Ausome™ New episodes weekly featuring real strategies for building profitable businesses with ADHD—no shame, no hustle culture, just systems that work with neurodivergent brains. Subscribe & Review: Help other ADHD entrepreneurs find this show! Share Your Win: Tag @socially.ausome with your time management breakthrough Full blog post with all strategies, examples, and FAQs: → https://sociallyausome.com/post/adhd-time-management-lie-what-actually-works #ADHDEntrepreneur #TimeBlindness #ADHDProductivity #NeurodivergentBusiness #ADHDTimeManagement #EnergyManagement #ADHDEntrepreneurship

    11 min

  7. 23 SEPT

    183: The ADHD Entrepreneur's Client Attraction Problem (Spoiler: It's Not What You Think)

    You know that marketing guru who told you to "just follow the proven 7-step funnel system"? Yeah, they probably don't have ADHD. If you're an ADHD entrepreneur who's tried every marketing strategy but still struggles to attract ideal clients, this episode is for you. We're diving into why traditional marketing fails neurodivergent business owners and the 4 authentic strategies that actually work WITH your ADHD brain. Full Show Notes & Resources Get the complete blog post with detailed strategies, examples, and action steps: → sociallyausome.com/post/183adhd-entrepreneur-client-attraction-problem The Real Problem Most Experts Miss: - Why cookie-cutter marketing strategies backfire for ADHD entrepreneurs - How rejection sensitive dysphoria sabotages your visibility efforts - Why "consistency is king" is toxic for neurodivergent business owners The 4 Authentic Client Attraction Strategies: 1. The Authentic Inconsistency Approach - Post when inspired, not on forced schedules 2. The Hyperfocus Content Method - Batch creation during obsessive period. 3. The "Behind the Chaos" Strategy - Share your messy process, not just results .4. The Interest-Led Marketing Approach - Follow curiosity instead of rigid content pillars ADHDpreneur AcademyThe comprehensive program for ADHD entrepreneurs who want to build systems that work with your brain→ sociallyausome.com/academy Focused & Free MembershipADHD-friendly workflows and community support for consistent growth→ sociallyausome.com/membership Hosted by Alyece Smith, ADHD Business Coach & Founder of Socially Ausome™. New episodes every week featuring real talk about building profitable businesses with ADHD - no shame, no hustle culture, just strategies that actually work for neurodivergent entrepreneurs. Subscribe & Review: Your reviews help other ADHD entrepreneurs find this show! Share Your Wins: Tag @socially.ausome with your authentic marketing breakthrough Remember: Your weirdness is your winning strategy. Stop apologizing for how your brain works and start leveraging it for business success.

    8 min

  8. 16 SEPT

    182: ADHD Money Mindset: Why We Self-Sabotage Our Pricing (And How to Fix It)

    Ever quote $2,000 then somehow send $800? Your ADHD brain has specific quirks that sabotage pricing success. Discover the neurological reasons we undercharge and the surprisingly simple fixes that actually work. What You'll Learn: The real reason ADHD brains struggle with pricing (hint: it's neurological)How rejection sensitive dysphoria sabotages your bank accountWhy "nice people don't charge a lot" is toxic programmingThe "Best Friend Test" for confident pricingHow to separate pricing from emotions using the 24-hour ruleThe Value Anchor Method that changes everything Key Takeaways: The Reality Check Exercise: Write down EVERYTHING you actually do for clientsEmotional Regulation: Use the 24-hour rule before sending quotesPractice Pricing: Say your rates out loud until you stop cringingValue-Based Thinking: Price the transformation, not just your time ADHD-Specific Insights: How our "built-in critic" affects pricing decisionsWhy comparison spirals are especially dangerous for ADHD brainsThe connection between people-pleasing and underchargingPractical coping strategies for pricing anxiety Action Items: Complete the Reality Check Exercise this weekApply the "Best Friend Test" to your current pricingPractice saying your ideal rates out loud 3 timesImplement the 24-hour rule on your next quote Here’s what’s helped me and my clients, and could help you too: Focused & Free Membership Content Sprint System Voice Notes AI ADHD Entrepreneur Telegram Channel

    12 min
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Welcome to The ADHD CEO. The podcast for ambitious entrepreneurs with ADHD done forcing themselves into neurotypical business models. If sales feel like panic-launching, you overthink instead of selling, or “just be consistent” doesn’t work for your brain... you're in the right place. Each week, I share ADHD-friendly sales tips, dopamine-driven marketing, and real talk on scaling a sustainable business without burnout. Follow now and make sales work for your brain.

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  • Creator
    Alyece Smith
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    190
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Alyece Smith
  • Show Website
    The ADHD CEO

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