ADHD - Not a deficit, it's a superpower

Is ADHD a curse or a gift?

As someone who works closely with women entrepreneurs, many of whom have ADHD, I can confidently say it’s the latter.

I’ve witnessed firsthand how these incredible women harness their unique abilities to achieve extraordinary results. It’s an absolute superpower!

Not convinced? This week I’m sharing stories about my clients and the remarkable traits that set them apart.

Great Problem Solvers

My clients with ADHD are exceptional at finding solutions. Give them a problem, and although it might rattle around in their minds for a while, they almost always come up with innovative solutions. They don't just brush off problems; they let them simmer, considering different angles until they have a breakthrough.

Quick to Act

These individuals are incredibly quick to take action. For them, ticking tasks off their to-do lists is like a game. They are proactive and often ahead of the curve when it comes to implementing solutions and getting things done.

Unwavering Focus

When it comes to focusing on a specific task, my clients with ADHD can maintain their concentration far longer than I could. While I might give up after a short while, they keep at it until they find a fix, showing remarkable dedication and persistence.

Let me tell you about some of the women with ADHD that I’ve had the pleasure of coaching.

One of my clients, an amazing woman in her mid-thirties, runs a service-based business. She was diagnosed with ADHD after her children were diagnosed, and she decided to go on medication.

She described it as a veil lifting from her eyes, clarifying her thoughts and enabling laser focus.

It's important to note that medication isn't the only option—it's about finding what works best for you.

Another client embarked on a long journey of self-discovery after her only child was diagnosed with ADHD. It took a significant amount of time for her to get diagnosed and find the right medication. Throughout this journey, we worked together to balance her ultra-focus periods with necessary downtime to prevent burnout.

Over four years of coaching, we've found a rhythm that works for her, allowing her to push herself and also know when to back off.

A third client turned to me for help after she realised she needed some support for her ADHD. Her diagnosis hit her confidence, but with my support, she navigated this period of self-discovery.

She also has anxiety, so our sessions focus on breaking down big concepts into minuscule steps. This detailed planning helps her follow through in her own way.

ADHD does not define my clients, nor does it limit their potential. It is simply one aspect of who they are and how they work. Many successful entrepreneurs have ADHD and use it to their advantage.

It's critical for anyone with ADHD to build a support network that might include psychiatrists, psychologists, or other support workers, alongside their business coach.

As a business coach, I adapt my approach to each client's unique needs, regardless of whether they have ADHD or other conditions. It's essential to meet them where they are and provide support in a way that's most effective for them.

Sometimes this means breaking down large concepts into tiny steps, offering recordings of our sessions for review, or simply acknowledging the struggles they face and finding creative solutions.

If you have ADHD, or just think you might, I encourage you to explore how this superpower can benefit you.

Everyone has unique strengths, and understanding how to leverage them can transform your business and personal life.

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LINKS

ADHD: The Entrepreneur's Superpower:? https://www.forbes.com/sites/dalearcher/2014/05/14/adhd-the-entrepreneurs-superpower/

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