Have you ever wondered how to build a business that truly works for your unique ADHD traits?

What if embracing your neurodiversity could unlock new opportunities for success?

🔗 Read / Listen more: https://smartadhd.me/31

In this episode of The Smart ADHD Podcast, we’re diving into the world of unmasking ADHD and dyslexia. I’m joined by the brilliant Mike Cole, an ICF-accredited coach and qualified accountant, who shares invaluable insights from his own journey.

🎙️ In this episode:

• 00:00 Introduction and Personal Struggles
• 00:38 Welcome to the Smart ADHD Podcast
• 00:48 Meet Mike Cole: Journey from Corporate to Coaching
• 01:06 Unmasking ADHD and Dyslexia
• 03:33 The Concept of Masking
• 09:13 Navigating Corporate Life with Dyslexia
• 13:21 Embracing Strengths and Overcoming Weaknesses
• 18:22 Practical Advice for Neurodivergent Individuals
• 28:14 Conclusion and Next Steps

🕺More about Mike Cole

Mike is an ICF-accredited coach and qualified accountant with a wealth of business experience from leading multinational teams in £multi-billion corporates to supporting solopreneurs to create profitable businesses.

Connect with Mike:

• Website: https://milico.uk
• Instagram: https://instagram.com/thismikecole
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivewithyourbusiness (yet to launch)
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thismikecole/

What’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!

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🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast

The 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 https://smartadhd.me/31

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🕺More about Ian Anderson Gray

Ian 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.

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🤗 Connect with Ian:

• Website: https://iag.me/
• X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iagdotme
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ianandersongray
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianandersongray/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iagdotme
• Threads:...

Have you ever wondered what lies beneath the surface of ADHD, like an unexplored volcano?

How can understanding the 'ADHD Volcano' help you manage your emotions and executive function more effectively?

What practical strategies can we adopt to thrive with ADHD instead of just surviving?

🔗 Read / Listen more: https://smartadhd.me/30

In this episode of The Smart ADHD Podcast, I have the pleasure of chatting with executive function coach Monica Hassall. We dive deep into the concept of the 'ADHD Volcano', exploring how understanding its layers can provide valuable insights into self-regulation and emotional management for individuals with ADHD. Monica's expertise shines as she shares unique strategies to help navigate the complexities of ADHD beyond its typical symptoms.

Join us as we unravel the intricate relationship between ADHD, executive functions, and brain chemistry. Monica highlights how ADHD is often misdiagnosed as anxiety or depression and addresses the stigma surrounding these misconceptions. We’ll also discuss the importance of recognising coexisting conditions and how they can impact one’s experience with ADHD.

🎙️ In this episode:

00:00 Introduction to ADHD Misdiagnosis

00:40 Welcome to the Smart ADHD Podcast

00:49 Meet Monica Hassall: Executive Function Coach

01:08 Understanding the ADHD Volcano

01:54 Ian's Personal ADHD Journey

03:45 Addressing ADHD Stigmas and Misconceptions

05:16 Exploring the ADHD Volcano Model

06:09 ADHD and Coexisting Conditions

10:58 The Role of Executive Functions in ADHD

19:01 Self-Medication and ADHD

25:08 The Importance of Brain Chemistry

26:21 Conclusion and Future Topics

🕺More about Monica Hassall.

Monica is an EF Coach, since 2012. She works with her clients incorporating insights and practices from an array of sources, in creative and practical ways. Sources include the most current Neuroscience, Traditional wisdoms, Mindfulness, and Coaching Principles. Her work has been published in ADDitude and Attention Magazine.

Connect with Monica Hassall:

Website: https://www.connectadhd.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monica-hassall-connect

What'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!

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🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast

The 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 https://smartadhd.me/

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🕺More about Ian Anderson Gray

Ian 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.

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🤗 Connect with Ian

Website: https://iag.me/ ...

In this special bonus episode of the Smart ADHD podcast, I discuss the podcast's journey, growth, and challenges over the past year, along with my personal experiences and aspirations for the future. Despite facing interruptions, like noise from construction work and a recent illness, I talk about my commitment to continue delivering insightful content. Thanks so much for your support! I also talk about plans for upcoming episodes, including topics on medication myths and realities, ADHD and business, and more.

00:00 Welcome to the Bonus Episode

00:29 Podcast Journey and Growth

02:30 Listener Feedback and Motivation

06:05 Challenges and Breaks

07:19 Future Episodes and Plans

09:30 Creating the Podcast: Behind the Scenes

14:16 Engaging with the Audience

16:24 Future Goals and Dreams

19:08 Medication Journey and Personal Stories

20:33 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes