ADHD-ish (formerly The Driven Woman Entrepreneur)

Diann Wingert
ADHD-ish (formerly The Driven Woman Entrepreneur)

ADHD-ish is THE podcast for business owners with big ideas and busy brains, whether you have an “official” ADHD diagnosis, or not. We have expanded our focus so regardless of your gender or whether you identify as an entrepreneur, soloist, small business owner, creative, independent professional, freelancer, etc) if you are driven and distracted, color outside the lines and think outside the box, this podcast is for you. People with these traits are far more likely to start a business because we love novelty and autonomy. But, running a business can be lonely and exhausting. Having so many brilliant ideas means dozens of projects you’ve started and offers you’ve brainstormed, but few you’ve actually launched. Choosing what to say "yes" to and what to catch and release is even harder. This is exactly why I created ADHD-ish. Each episode offers practical strategies, personal stories, and expert insights to help you harness your active mind and turn potential distractions into business success. From productivity tools to mindset shifts, you’ll learn how to do business your way by embracing your neurodivergent edge and turning passion and purpose into profit. If you're new here, I’m your host, Diann Wingert, a psychotherapist-turned-business coach and ADHD-ish serial business owner, who struggled for years with cookie-cutter advice meant for “normies” and superficial ADHD hacks that didn’t go the distance. In ADHD-ish, I’m sharing the best of what I’ve learned from running my own businesses and working with clients who are like-minded and like-brained. Note: ADHD-ish does have an explicit rating, not because of an abundance of “F-bombs” but because I embrace creative self-expression for my guests and myself. So, grab those headphones if you have littles around, and don’t forget to hit Follow/Subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode. Oh, and if you love the show, reviews are appreciated and so is sharing ADHD-ish with others!

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Boosting Your Mood with a Dopamine Menu

    Hey, ADHD-ish fam! 🚀  Have you ever wondered why some neurodivergent business owners just seem to get so much done and others have a permanent seat on the struggle bus?  Is it medication, meditation or exercise?   Is it their morning routine or have they simply found the perfect productivity strategy that continues to escape you? In honor of ADHD Awareness Month,  I’m sharing a game-changing strategy that has the power to lift your mood, energize your day, and keep you on track – introducing the Dopamine Menu! 🧠✨ First introduced by YouTuber Jessica Mc Cabe of “How to ADHD” and Eric Tivers of ADHD Rewired, the Dopamine Menu (or dopamenu for those who love shortcuts…)  is a simple but wickedly effective tool for meeting our brain’s need for stimulation and reminding us where to get it, without getting ourselves into trouble.   Dividing the things that stimulate our brains and give us a squirt of joy juice (dopamine) into easy to remember categories that resemble a restaurant menu - starters,  mains, sides and desserts keeps the Dopamine Menu feeling playful and fun, so we will actually take advantage of it.  The dopamine menu is to the ADHD-ish brain what meal planning and prep is to those who want to eat a healthier diet, but just can’t seem to break free from snack foods.  The best part about having a Dopamine Menu is that you don’t have to follow it perfectly and you can change it up whenever you want, so it stays shiny and new.  🎙️ What You'll Learn: The truth about stimulant medication and moodHow dopamine effects mood, energy and motivation A step-by-step guide to create your own Dopamine MenuTips for making your Dopamine Menu convenient, effective, and sustainableSuggestions for using your Dopamine Menu for dealing with procrastination, impulsivity and losing the day to social media  Create a dopamine menu and post it on social media to get my feedback & I’ll shout YOU out on a future episode:   Instagram: @coachdiannwingert   -   LinkedIn: Diann Wingert Coaching Listener Shout Out:  This week's shout out goes to long time listener, Andrea Sousa, a paralegal and law student who shared how her ADHD traits of curiosity and hyperfocus help her excel at locating difficult to find names and addresses, to the amazement of everyone in her office. Thank you, Andrea, for spreading awareness and celebrating the unique strengths that come with ADHD! Caring is Sharing: If you're enjoying ADHD-ish, please share the podcast with another neurodivergent business owner. It's ADHD Awareness Month, so let's spread that awareness far and wide!

    29 min
  2. 15 OCT

    Using Curiosity, Novelty & Fun to Grow Your Business

    Welcome to another episode of ADHD-ish, where we explore the intersection of entrepreneurship and the unique traits of ADHD.  Today, we’re thrilled to have Jackie Aguglia, head of partnership and growth at Interact, join us. She's here to share invaluable insights on how curiosity, novelty, and fun can be leveraged to grow your business through the innovative use of quizzes.  We'll explore the power of AI in quiz creation, the importance of personalizing AI-generated content, and how quizzes can optimize your marketing funnel.  This conversation will inspire you to think about quizzes to go beyond building your list and segmenting your audience, but also to guide them through a customer journey tailored to their needs.  Jackie shares practical strategies, addresses  common challenges, and identifies the key metrics to focus on for improving quiz performance.   Using my quiz, build on the Interact platform, Jackie walked me through the metrics and identified several simple ways to dramatically improve my results.   🎧 The inside scoop on quizzes for business growth: 03:21 Most popular types of quizzes: personality, scored, trivia. 16:24 Nurturing leads with tailored workflows from quizzes  27:56 Interactive AI + Interact strategy calls eliminate obstacles  30:57 Using quizzes to segment your existing email list. 42:08 Creative ways to build community with quizzes   42:53 A quiz on your website can efficiently guide visitors to relevant content. How’s this for a “no brainer?” Interact AI can craft a complete quiz for you in about a minute, pulling data from your website and suggesting quiz titles and formats. Talk about a game-changer! ⏱️ Mentioned during the interview: Josh Haynam, Co-founder of Interact Jenna Kutcher, who’s used Interact quizzes to grow a huge audience  Your next steps to see how to inject more curiosity, novelty and fun into your business: Take my quiz & get personalized advice on how to get out of your own wayCheck out Interact (affiliate link) https://get.tryinteract.com/adhd-ishBook a demo call: https://get.tryinteract.com/demo Not ready for a quiz?  Rate and Review ADHD-ish and subscribe/follow on your favorite podcast player!

    47 min
  3. 8 OCT

    5 Common ADHD Traits You Won't Find in the DSM

    Have you ever felt like the traditional DSM criteria overlook some of the most impactful ADHD traits? You're not alone!  In this solo episode, in honor of ADHD Awareness Month, I will be sharing five common ADHD characteristics that aren't included in the DSM, yet affect our daily lives, including some cringe moments from mine!  🔍 Historical Insights: Did you know that ADHD was first described by Sir Alan Crichton in 1798?From being labeled a "deficit of moral consciousness" by Sir Frederick Still in 1902 to being officially recognized by the American Psychiatric Association in the 1960s, the understanding of ADHD has come a long way. 📈 Recent Trends: Increased awareness, driven by social media platforms like TikTok and the challenges posed by the pandemic, has led more individuals to seek an ADHD diagnosis. 🗂️ DSM Focus: The DSM emphasizes extreme behaviors, dividing ADHD into three subtypes, each with it’s own criteriaTo get an official diagnosis, you must have not only the behaviors but impairment in 2+ areas of life as a result of them. 💡 Traits Beyond the DSM: Clumsiness I’m sharing some personal anecdotes, including my most recent mishap, to illustrate how common clumsiness is among those with ADHD. Teeth Grinding/Clenching High mental effort to suppress ADHD impulses and to create a state of focus results in physical manifestations like grinding teeth. Listen for my practical advice to manage this. Change for the Sake of Change A low tolerance for boredom means many are quick to change jobs, homes, hobbies, friend groups and even hair colors! Self-Deprecating Humor Laughter, despite impulsive mistakes, helps in coping and building resilience. Quite a few comics have ADHD, you know! Intense Curiosity This drives many with ADHD towards roles that satisfy their need for novelty and exploration, whether in their careers or personal lives. Where do we think most innovation comes from? 💬 Join the Conversation!  We want to hear from YOU! What are some ADHD traits you've experienced that you don't find in the DSM? Share your unique or quirky traits with us.  The first five submissions will be featured in a future episode, with credits given. Email me:  diann@diannwingertcoaching.comDM me: Instagram or LinkedInLeave a voice message on my SpeakPipe  Remember, being different isn't just okay—it's what makes you extraordinary! And, at least you aren’t BORING!  Mentioned during this episode: Episode #228 with Becca Groner - she teaches improv!  Episode #230 with Bri Seeley - what radical self acceptance looks like for entrepreneurs  Don’t  forget to Follow/ Subscribe to ADHD-ish NOW, so you don’t miss a single episode!  Apple Podcasts     Spotify   a...

    36 min
  4. 1 OCT

    Discovering You Have ADHD in Your 40s

    Hey Boss and welcome to another insightful episode of ADHD-ish! I'm your host, Diann Wingert,  and I’m joined by my new biz bestie, Bri Seeley, who opens up about her late realization of ADHD traits just six months ago.  Bri's relationship with her fiancé and the challenges of sharing a work-from-home lifestyle with a neurotypical fiance, after 17 years of entrepreneurship prompted her to question her brain’s functioning. This led her to "Scattered Minds" by Gabor Maté, which illuminated her experiences and led to a deeper understanding of her unique cognitive processes.  🧠 Bri Seeley shares her experience of coming to terms with her ADHD traits over the past six months in her early 40s and how it's reshaped her approach to work and life. Whether you're officially diagnosed, self-diagnosed, or just curious, this episode offers valuable perspectives and practical insights. 🎧 Here are 3 key takeaways from the episode: Self-Discovery and Adaptation: Bri shares the importance of understanding how her brain works and developing systems and processes that align with her natural tendencies.Leveraging Strengths: The episode highlights the benefits of engaging in work that fuels your passion and curiosity, demonstrating how ADHD traits can be a strength rather than a limitation in the right environment.Navigating Multiple Ventures: With several business ventures underway, Bri’s approach showcases the balance between ambition and practicality, emphasizing the need to choose and focus on the most viable ideas. Why You Should Tune In:  This episode is packed with wisdom for anyone navigating the complexities of ADHD—as a diagnosed individual, a partner, or simply someone curious about their ADHD-ish tendencies.  Bri's story is a testament to the fact that it’s never too late to understand yourself better and leverage your unique traits to create the life you desire. Where to find Bri Seeley: WebsitePodcast Instagram  One of Bri’s most important realizations is that due to her creative impulses and high levels of distractibility,  she needs to choose her most viable options to focus on.   This is one of my favorite ways to help multi-talented and neurodivergent people: honing in on their most brilliant ideas that merge passion, purpose & profit.  Click here to book a free consultation to see how I can help you.  And don’t forget to Rate and Review ADHD-ish and subscribe/follow on your favorite podcast player!

    41 min
  5. 24 SEPT

    Stepping Into Your Entrepreneurial Identity

    I’m thrilled to have my client Jennifer Yates join me on ADHD-ish to share the challenges of defining a consulting business as unique as you are.  For multi-talented individuals with varied and diverse backgrounds, it can be overwhelming to talk about what you do.  The more gifts and abilities you have, the harder it is.   This is especially true when you want to be able to bring all of your talents into the mix and hate limiting yourself in any way.  If this description resonates with you, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. Here are just a few: The Power of Intentional Constraint  Jennifer learned to focus on her core values and strengths, making effective decisions without cognitive overload.   Crafting a Unique Entrepreneurial Identity  Leaning into focusing on the "how" rather than the "what" or "where" of Jennifer’s abilities provided the clarity needed for her to own her space and identity.  Cementing Confidence through Action It's not enough to feel confident - you must see its tangible effects in your business. This episode explores how confidence, when backed by action and visible impact, propels you forward. Mentioned during this episode:  Rochelle Moulton's Soloist Life Podcast where Jennifer first heard me Voxer walkie-talkie app for connection between coaching calls Woxer - boxers for women, the most comfortable undies ThinkUp! app - change your brain with positive affirmations in your own voice Clifton Strengths Top 5 Report - how your top 5 strengths make you unique  Want to connect with Jennifer?  Here’s how: Website - LinkedIn - Book a call  Thinking about becoming one of my future Client Success Stories?  It starts with a free consultation to talk about our goals and challenges and to see if it makes sense to work together.  No fee, no obligation, and you’re guaranteed to walk away with actionable insights,  whether we decide to work together or not.  No brainer, right?  Book here  Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review, and let us know your biggest takeaway from today's conversation! Click here and thank you!

    49 min
  6. 17 SEPT

    Shame-free Accountability Through Body-Doubling

    If you tend to procrastinate on important but not urgent tasks (or those that your brain finds tedious), you are not alone.  Some tasks, like tax preparation and folding laundry, are nearly universal in triggering resistance, so it’s time to embrace strategies that allow us to get sh*t done, without shame.  The popularity of body-doubling (also called virtual co-working) is partially due to the growth of remote work, but mostly due to the need for non-judgmental accountability.   After sampling several body doubling platforms, I decided to partner with Focused Space, an innovative company that combines body doubling with mindfulness practices and a virtual community.     In this episode of ADHD-ish, I am joined by Focused Space’s Becca Groner.  With a background in improv comedy and a deep understanding of ADHD tendencies, she brings a human-centered approach to productivity and teamwork, which you will experience in our conversation.  By emphasizing community, flexible accountability, and personal well-being, platforms like Focused Space are paving the way for a more connected and productive future for individuals and teams.  Fun Fact: Several members of the Focused Space community were able to finish writing books during their virtual coworking sessions. 📚✨ Be sure to listen until the end for a special partnership announcement offering listeners a free month of Focused Space, and valuable resources like the Procrastination Playbook.  So grab your headphones, and let's get started on creating a more joyful, connected, and productive work environment.  Find Becca on Linked In Mentioned by our guest:  Third Coast Comedy ClubUnscripted Improv for AnxietyThe Procrastination Playbook Pomodoro Technique  Give body-doubling + community a try: Use this special ADHD-ish/Focused Space partnership offer: Get one month free + 25% discount after that! https://bit.ly/3X2DvOJ

    37 min
  7. 10 SEPT

    ADHD-ish Trailer

    Introducing “ADHD-ish” 🌟 It’s been an amazing four-year journey since I launched The Driven Woman Entrepreneur podcast, and it’s time for an evolution. Earlier this year, I recorded an episode hinting at a rebrand, and now it’s finally here!   Rebranding the podcast has been a journey, motivated by the desire to help individuals with big ideas and busy brains—regardless of their gender or whether they carry the ADHD label officially or not.  Our new focus is on those who think, feel, and do things differently, celebrating their uniqueness and helping them thrive. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a freelancer, an independent professional or someone simply looking to make a living on your terms, this podcast is for you.  What to Expect: A Broader Audience: We are expanding our community to be more inclusive, welcoming listeners of all genders who resonate with the topics and discussions. Expanding the Definition of Neurodiversity: Acknowledging and celebrating those who think, feel, and do things differently, whether you are officially diagnosed or self-identify as neurodivergent, this podcast is for you. Calling All Creatives &  Indie Business Owners: Helping people bridge the gap between working in their area of passion and making a living doing so. Say goodbye to the starving artist and burned-out entrepreneur narratives! Exciting New Content: We’re planning a variety of valuable and engaging content, including shorter episodes perfect for busy individuals.  Companion episode: Ep # 217 - “ADHD or ADHD-ish?”  I Want to Hear from You! As we navigate this change, your feedback is invaluable to me. What topics are you most interested in? Who would you like to hear as a featured guest?  Your voice matters here, and I am eager to create content that resonates with you. Email me:  diann@diannwingertcoaching.comDM me: Instagram or LinkedInSend me a Voxer message: dwinge176 Leave a voice message on my SpeakPipe  And, don’t forget to Follow/ Subscribe to ADHD-ish NOW, so you don’t miss a single episode!  Apple Podcasts     Spotify   YouTube Music (formerly Google Podcasts)  © 2024 ADHD-ish Podcast. Intro music by Ishan Dincer / Melody Loops  / All rights reserved. Outro music by Vladimir /  Bobi Music / All rights reserved.

    1 min
  8. 10 SEPT

    Introduction to ADHD-ish

    Introducing “ADHD-ish” 🌟 It’s been an amazing four-year journey since I launched The Driven Woman Entrepreneur podcast, and it’s time for an evolution. Earlier this year, I recorded an episode hinting at a rebrand, and now it’s finally here!   Rebranding the podcast has been a journey, motivated by the desire to help individuals with big ideas and busy brains—regardless of their gender or whether they carry the ADHD label officially or not.  Our new focus is on those who think, feel, and do things differently, celebrating their uniqueness and helping them thrive. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a freelancer,an independent professional or someone simply looking to make a living on your terms, this podcast is for you. .  What to Expect: A Broader Audience: We are expanding our community to be more inclusive, welcoming listeners of all genders who resonate with the topics and discussions. Expanding the Definition of Neurodiversity: Acknowledging and celebrating those who think, feel, and do things differently, whether you are officially diagnosed or self-identify as neurodivergent, this podcast is for you. Calling All Creatives &  Indie Business Owners: Helping people bridge the gap between working in their area of passion and making a living doing so. Say goodbye to the starving artist and burned-out entrepreneur narratives! Exciting New Content: We’re planning a variety of valuable and engaging content, including shorter episodes perfect for busy individuals.  Companion episode: Ep # 217 - “ADHD or ADHD-ish?”  I Want to Hear from You! As we navigate this change, your feedback is invaluable to me. What topics are you most interested in? Who would you like to hear as a featured guest?  Your voice matters here, and I am eager to create content that resonates with you. Email me:  diann@diannwingertcoaching.comDM me: Instagram or LinkedInSend me a Voxer message: dwinge176 Leave a voice message on my SpeakPipe  And, don’t forget to Follow/ Subscribe to ADHD-ish NOW, so you don’t miss a single episode!  Apple Podcasts     Spotify   YouTube Music (formerly Google Podcasts) © 2024 ADHD-ish Podcast. Intro music by Ishan Dincer / Melody Loops / All rights reserved. Outro music by Vladimir / Bobi Music / All rights reserved.

    16 min

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ADHD-ish is THE podcast for business owners with big ideas and busy brains, whether you have an “official” ADHD diagnosis, or not. We have expanded our focus so regardless of your gender or whether you identify as an entrepreneur, soloist, small business owner, creative, independent professional, freelancer, etc) if you are driven and distracted, color outside the lines and think outside the box, this podcast is for you. People with these traits are far more likely to start a business because we love novelty and autonomy. But, running a business can be lonely and exhausting. Having so many brilliant ideas means dozens of projects you’ve started and offers you’ve brainstormed, but few you’ve actually launched. Choosing what to say "yes" to and what to catch and release is even harder. This is exactly why I created ADHD-ish. Each episode offers practical strategies, personal stories, and expert insights to help you harness your active mind and turn potential distractions into business success. From productivity tools to mindset shifts, you’ll learn how to do business your way by embracing your neurodivergent edge and turning passion and purpose into profit. If you're new here, I’m your host, Diann Wingert, a psychotherapist-turned-business coach and ADHD-ish serial business owner, who struggled for years with cookie-cutter advice meant for “normies” and superficial ADHD hacks that didn’t go the distance. In ADHD-ish, I’m sharing the best of what I’ve learned from running my own businesses and working with clients who are like-minded and like-brained. Note: ADHD-ish does have an explicit rating, not because of an abundance of “F-bombs” but because I embrace creative self-expression for my guests and myself. So, grab those headphones if you have littles around, and don’t forget to hit Follow/Subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode. Oh, and if you love the show, reviews are appreciated and so is sharing ADHD-ish with others!

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