The Driven Woman Entrepreneur Diann Wingert

Welcome to the second episode in Entrepreneurs with ADHD series.  In this solo episode, I address common misconceptions about ADHD and whether traits associated with ADHD offer advantages or pose challenges in the entrepreneurial landscape. 
Drawing on my extensive background as a psychotherapist and business coach, I challenge listeners to consider how ADHD manifests differently across various types of entrepreneurs and discuss the validity and limitations of self and formal diagnoses.
Prepare to challenge your assumptions and enhance your understanding of ADHD in the entrepreneurial world.
Highlights of this must-hear episode include:
Discover the six dominant characterizations of entrepreneurs by Forbes and how these relate to ADHD.
We talk about the diagnosis, the varied traits, and most importantly, the impact of ADHD on individuals and their entrepreneurial journeys. 
How the timing of diagnosis and gender influence the type of entrepreneurs individuals might become.
Learn why broad claims about ADHD and entrepreneurship can be harmful and discover the importance of a tailored approach.
**This episode is not just an exploration; it’s designed to equip you with a nuanced understanding to better support your journey, both in business and in personal growth.**
Mic drop moment:
"Some of the traits of ADHD can be a distinct advantage for entrepreneurs under certain conditions, while the same traits can be absolutely devastating and destructive under other conditions. It's so much more complicated and nuances than these slogans make it seem."

Mentioned in this episode:
Interview with Johan Wiklund on ADHD, entrepreneurship & gender differencesForbes article with different types of entrepreneurs Harvard Medical School quote on the benefits of the placebo effect 

Companion episodes to check out::
Short & Sassy episodes for the ADHD entrepreneurFull-length episodes for the ADHD entrepreneur

If you loved this episode,  please do me a solid and share it with your friends who are entrepreneurs who identify with ADHD traits.  Thank you! 


And if you’re interested in finding out whether I’m the right coach to help you with your entrepreneurial journey with ADHD,  book a free consultation here. 

Today we are kicking off a shiny new series for Entrepreneurs with ADHD. 
Despite the growing number of entrepreneurs who identify with ADHD, there’s still a great deal of confusion and controversy.
I turned to an expert in the field who is a professor of entrepreneurship who researches the impact of ADHD on entrepreneurship and also has ADHD himself.  
In fact, his own diagnosis in 2012 was a pivotal moment in his career path.  I’ve been following Professor Johan Wiklund of Syracuse University for the past few years and was thrilled that he was willing to chat with me. 
We have a wide-ranging conversation (in true ADHD style) about the research on gender differences in entrepreneurship with ADHD, building a business with ADHD in mind, and his own experiences being diagnosed later in life. 
Here's a sneak peek at what to expect: 
🚀 Turning ADHD Traits into Assets: Impulsivity isn't always a setback! Dr. Wiklund shares how traits commonly associated with ADHD can propel entrepreneurs to act on opportunities with a sense of immediacy and innovation.
🤝 The Perfect Team Formula: Find out why the best entrepreneurial teams are often a balanced mix of those with ADHD traits and those without, fostering an environment where strengths are maximized and struggles are expertly managed.
🧘‍♀️ Practical Mindfulness: Both Dr Wiklund and I take a pragmatic approach to meditation, and integrate mindfulness into our daily routines
📈 ADHD and the Entrepreneurial Spirit: Dr. Wiklund discusses how ADHD informs the traits of successful entrepreneurs – like hyperfocus and high work capacity – while acknowledging the necessity of support for areas like inattentiveness and procrastination.
✨ Special Advice for Women Entrepreneurs with ADHD: Overcome stereotypes, employ self-care, outsource the mundane, and maintain your entrepreneurial spark.
Mic Drop Moment:
"Am I being successful despite all these problems the doctors have identified? Or could it be that I've been able to use some of these traits to my advantage?"
— Johan Wiklund, Ph.D. 
Want to connect with Professor Wiklund? 
I asked if he had any social media accounts.  His answer: “No, I value my mental health.” 
So, you can only contact him through Syracuse University 
Read this article on ADHD and entrepreneurship by Dr Wiklund
The fellow professor and ADHD researcher he spoke about is Dr Kevin Antshel 
Companion episodes to check out:
Short & Sassy episodes for the ADHD entrepreneur: https://bit.ly/4dbyXM3Full-length episodes for the ADHD entrepreneur: https://bit.ly/3UJJnLP
If you loved this episode,  please do me a solid and share it with your friends who are entrepreneurs who identify with ADHD traits.  Thank you! 

Are you ready to embrace your “you-ness” and let your unique brilliance shine in your entrepreneurial journey?
Today we are joined by returning guests Annie P Ruggles & Deanna Seymour, two of the most creative fun, and original entrepreneurs I know to talk about finding inspiration in unexpected places, converting your quirks into cash, and why being you is the best business strategy. 
Annie P Ruggles is the beauty and brains behind Quirk Works Consulting, the Non-Sleazy Sales Academy, and mistress of The Too Legitimate to Quit Podcast. 
Deanna (aka DD) Seymour is a creative unicorn whose Branding, Content Strategy & wildly colorful Graphic Design have captured the hearts of countless cool people.  
I promise not to spoil it, but here are a couple of sneak peeks: 
Discover how being authentically you, regardless of how unconventional it may seem, attracts the exact right audience for your business.Deanna shares her vibrant journey of finding her brand's voice through color and fun, proving that personality is key to resonating with your clientele.Annie dishes on how she evolved beyond restrictive brand identities to embrace a more inclusive business model that still aligns with her core values.
Are you harnessing your uniqueness in your business?
This episode is not just a conversation but a call to action to step into your authenticity to make your business a true reflection of you.
Connect with Annie: https://www.anniepruggles.com/ 
Connect with Deanna: https://deannaseymour.com/ 

Mentioned during our convo:
Liz Wilcox: https://lizwilcox.com/Kathleen Oh:  https://coachkathleenoh.com/Marie Forleo: https://www.marieforleo.com/Voxer:  https://www.voxer.com/

Hey, you can’t stand out from the crowd if your business looks and feels like everybody else, but it’s pretty hard to figure out what to double down on and what to let go of all by yourself. 
What would your business look like if you were working in your zone of genius and creating offers that are magnetic to the people you’d love to work with? 

Want to know more?  Schedule a free consultation here by clicking here. 

In the field of business coaching, conventional wisdom dictates that success depends on choosing a target market niche and working exclusively with clients who fit the criteria so you can become known as a specialist.  
But what if a potential client wants to hire you, not for your expertise but for the qualities and skills you possess, not your niche? 
Jen Liddy knew she was looking for a collaborator who could match her intellectual pace, acting not as a coach, but as a creative catalyst, unlocking the potential she knew she had, but wasn’t able to access through a course or group program, or on her own.   
She hired me for my creativity, intuition, insight, and no-nonsense directness, gifts I attribute to my ADHD, even though she doesn’t have ADHD herself, as most of my other clients do.   
This engagement is an excellent example of what’s possible when we trust ourselves to know what we need and where we can find it, instead of buying into somebody’s “proven process” or “step-by-step system.”   
Who is Jen Liddy? 
Jen is known for her innovative approach to content strategy and marketing, helping fellow business professionals articulate their expertise and master their messaging through strategies tailored to introverts and those seeking quieter, but deeply impactful, influence.
Connect with Jen Liddy:
WebsiteLinked InPodcast
As mentioned by Jen during our conversation:
Justin Blackman Pretty Fly Copywriting 

What about you?
This might be the perfect time to partner with a business coach who is also a licensed therapist, serial entrepreneur and collaborative thought partner to reinvent your business. The combination is uniquely powerful in going from stuck to unstoppable.  
I work with a limited number of 1:1 clients at a time, so I can customize our partnership to exactly what you need, no more, no less.   
Am I the right person, for the right reason, at the right time?  There’s only one way to find out.  Schedule a free consultation by clicking here. 
Maybe you’ll be my next Client Success Story! 

I just couldn’t wrap up the Self Care series without talking about neurodiversity, masking, and mental health, and the perfect person for conversation is fellow therapist, coach, podcaster, speaker and advocate, Pasha Marlowe. 
In this vulnerable episode, you'll hear about the challenges and advantages of masking, understand the emotions of being neurodivergent in a world that is built by and for neurotypicals, and discover ways to foster radical self-acceptance, wherever you are. 
We're unpacking a variety of insections - from growing up with unidentified ADHD and autism,  attempting to hide emotional dysregulation and rejection sensitivity, a later-in-life recognition of queer identity, and the power of language in creating an inclusive society. 
Mic Drop Moment: 
 "It takes a physical and emotional toll to mask, to hide, to conceal anything or suppress any of our tendencies or identities or truths. It also feels, I think quite misaligned and lonely, but both are painful. Like it's painful to be judged and rejected and unsafe, and it's terribly painful to not be respected or seen and known."  Pasha Marlowe 
Mentioned during our convo:
Brene Brown quote (in purple, scroll down) Anais Nin quoteJamie Shields Eric Maisel’s book “When Smart People Hurt”
Connect with Pasha Marlowe:
WebsiteLinked InTikTok 

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Did you build your business with your neurodivergent traits and tendencies in mind? If not, you aren’t alone. 
Most of us have no idea how because our educational and workplace environments teach us conformity and masking, not radical self-acceptance and doing what actually works for us.  
This might be the perfect time to partner with a business coach who is also a licensed therapist and entrepreneur with ADHD (me) to reinvent your business with YOU in mind. 
I choose to work with a limited number of 1:1 clients at a time, so I can customize our coaching engagement to be exactly what you need, no more, no less.   
It starts with a no-obligation free consultation to help you figure out why your business is not yet where you want it to be, and create a plan that takes mental wellness and energetic capacity into account. 
Want to know more?  Schedule a free consultation here by clicking here. 
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In this episode of the Self Care Series, I’m excited to share my conversation with meditation teacher, Jude Star. 
We are both entrepreneurs,  psychotherapists, and adults with ADHD who practice meditation and mindfulness. 
Many people with ADHD are confused or intimidated by meditation,  have struggled to figure it out, or flat-out refuse to try, even though it can be incredibly helpful in managing our busy brains. 
My hope is that this conversation will bust up some of the myths and misunderstandings,  offer practical solutions, and show you how to make meditation and mindfulness fun.  
Jude and I share and compare our personal journeys and the role that mindfulness and meditation play in each of our businesses and lives.
We discuss the critical role of experimentation in finding the meditation style that truly resonates with you and the power of adopting a playful “and that’s OK”  approach which Jude reminds us fosters more consistent long-term motivation.  
We debunk some common myths surrounding meditation, like the idea that you must adopt a particular posture, and practice dogmatically, and stress the importance of weaving mindfulness into routine activities, such as taking mindful walks.
We also tackle the misconceptions associated with meditation and ADHD, emphasizing the need for a joyful, light-hearted approach, and the remarkable brain chemistry changes that consistent meditation offers.  I loved hearing Jude talk about introducing meditation to a client using what he calls the “Do Nothing” practice.  
Connect with Jude Star:
Jude's YouTube channelBeing Integrated.net Follow Jude on IGMeditation for ADHD Course
Mentioned by Jude during our convo:
Shinzen YoungAlan WattsKrishnamurtiRam Das
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Did you take your ADHD strengths and struggles into account when you started your solopreneur business?  If not, you're far from alone. Most of us started our business duplicating what we knew from working for others and chances are, it’s not working that well, especially if you work from home. 
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