This one’s real, hilarious, and way too relatable.

Skye sits down with Russ Jones, ADHD coach, creator of the Ready, Set, Go framework, and host of the *ADHD Big Brother* podcast, to talk about what it really takes to build momentum when you’re working with an ADHD brain.

They share stories, laugh a lot, and unpack the small mindset shifts that make consistency feel possible, even on the days when motivation disappears. Russ also shares what has changed for him since joining Skye’s coaching program, and the systems that are helping him keep that momentum going.

What we cover:

• How to build momentum when you never feel “ready”
• The “Even Though” mindset for taking small steps that stick
• Why ADHD-friendly systems need humor, not pressure
• What accountability looks like when you hate being told what to do
• How progress really happens inside an ADHD brain

For the free Ready, Set, Go framework, mentioned in the show, visit the link below:

https://www.adhdbigbrother.com/readysetgo

Learn more about Russ, his coaching and his podcast, please visit ADHD Big Brother. To learn more about the ADHDBB membership, see the link here: https://adhdbigbrother.circle.so/adhdbb

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Are ADHD brains more creative, or is that just a myth?

In this Research Recap with William Curb from Hacking Your ADHD, Skye breaks down a foundational study on ADHD and creativity, exploring how ADHD brains innovate, imagine, and sometimes overreach.

What we cover:

• How ADHD brains approach creative problem-solving differently
• What “conceptual expansion” means for ADHD thinking
• Why originality and practicality don’t always go hand in hand
• What this research says about collaboration and follow-through
• How ADHD creativity can be a strength when supported by systems

Want more of Will’s work? Go check out HackingYourADHD.com or subscribe to his YouTube channel

The information shared in this message, including any examples or stories, is for educational and illustrative purposes only. It’s not professional, medical, or financial advice. Every person’s ADHD journey is different, and results will always vary depending on your individual situation, effort, and circumstances.

While we share research-based tools and strategies, we can’t promise specific results or outcomes. Your progress will depend on factors like your goals, consistency, and environment.

Unconventional Organisation and its coaches are not responsible for any decisions or actions you take based on this content. Always seek guidance from qualified professionals before making significant personal, medical, or business decisions.

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Why can you plan your day perfectly, then forget everything the second something stressful happens?

Welcome to the next episode in our Research Recaps series, co-hosted with William Curb from Hacking Your ADHD.

In this episode, Skye and Will explore the science behind hot and cold executive functions, and what they mean for how ADHD brains make decisions, remember tasks, and stay calm under pressure.

We also break down a fascinating (but early-stage) study using brain stimulation to improve executive function in ADHD, and why your brain might work very differently depending on your emotional state.

What we cover:

• What “hot” and “cold” executive functions really mean, and why they matter
• Why you forget your keys more often when you’re running late
• The surprising way emotion hijacks logic in ADHD decision-making
• A look at brain stimulation research, and why it’s not ready for prime time
• How emotional states affect strategy use, productivity, and self-control

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Join Skye on this week’s ADHD Skills Lab podcast to hear from coach, expert and host of the ADHD Big Brother podcast, Russ Jones. The pair discuss ADHD and Depression and the importance of self-acceptance before exploring tried and tested techniques to wrangle order from ADHD-induced chaos.

Whether through one-on-one coaching, his hit podcast or online support forum, Russ is on a mission to help adults with ADHD learn the tools and strategies needed to live the life they want.

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Careergasm: Find Your Way to Feel-Good Work
https://www.amazon.com/Careergasm-Find-Your-Feel-Good-Work/dp/1770413715

Bullet Journal
https://bulletjournal.com/

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Do you struggle to get going in the morning? You’re not alone! This week Sarah and Skye dig into the latest research around sleep inertia to get to the bottom of why so many of us with ADHD can be slow to start. They also examine a paper on the mechanics of distraction and discuss why ADHD can be a marker for obesity in later life.

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Lingering on Distraction: Examining Distractor Rejection in Adults with ADHD
https://psyarxiv.com/cqe34/

Activity-Based Prospective Memory in ADHD during Motor Sleep Inertia
https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/23/11/5181

Emotional problems mediate the association between attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and obesity in adolescents
https://bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12888-023-04882-x

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Join Skye on this week’s ADHD Skills Lab podcast to hear from six-time best-selling author, customer experience guru and neurodiversity oracle Peter Shankman. Tune in to find out how to channel your ADHD energy, discover tools and techniques to help you stay focused — and learn why it’s always important to be yourself.

Described by the New York Times as “a rock star who knows everything about social media and then some,” Peter is an entrepreneur, keynote speaker and thought leader across ADHD, neurodiversity, PR, advertising and much more.

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On this week’s ADHD Skills Lab Research Recap, Skye and Sarah look at the latest research on ADHD and middle childhood. They explore how ADHD is experienced during this period, look at the connection between common symptoms and struggles at different stages of life and ask whether ADHD can change over time.

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1:38 Genetic overlap between midfrontal theta signals and ADHD and ASD in a longitudinal twin cohort
https://www.biologicalpsychiatryjournal.com/article/S0006-3223(23)01274-X/fulltext

11:46 Impairment’s Role in the Pathway From Externalizing Psychopathology to Depressive Symptoms in Adolescents With ADHD
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10870547231159911

22:25 Predictors of Quality of Life and Functional Impairments in Emerging Adults With and Without ADHD: A 10-Year Longitudinal Study
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10870547231153962

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Join Skye and Sarah on this week’s ADHD Skills Lab podcast to hear from anti-diet dietitian, therapist, and Certified Body Trust® provider Aleta Storch. Together, they discuss how to set flexible rules and practice self-compassion when it comes to eating with ADHD -- and why any food is always better than no food! Aleta works with clients in her virtual practice, Wise Heart Nutrition, and is the creator of the groundbreaking Eating with ADHD® model.

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This week, Sarah and Skye examine what motivates us to achieve with ADHD before discussing a heart-wrenching but ultimately uplifting paper which outlines the effects of late ADHD diagnosis in women. Come for the latest research, stay for the practical strategies and shared experiences.

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1:44 Retrospective Report of Academic Motivation Among College Students With Elevated ADHD Symptoms
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10870547231172799

14:52 Miss. Diagnosis: A Systematic Review of ADHD in Adult Women
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10870547231161533

 

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This week, Skye is joined by the founder of My Lady ADHD, Trina Haynes. The pair discuss their experiences navigating the workplace with ADHD and explore the best strategies for getting started and staying on track in the world of work. As well as running the 150,000-strong My Lady ADHD online community, Trina also hosts the podcast of the same name and works daily to educate people about ADHD, neurodiversity and the importance of seeing our strengths.

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In each research recap, we pick over a few of the most recent peer-reviewed ADHD papers. This week, we explore the effect of mind-body interventions on symptoms of ADHD, discuss our attempts at mindfulness, and look at the controversial connection between Sluggish Cognitive Tempo and ADHD diagnosis. Finally, we examine an interesting study that dives deep into how people with ADHD perceive time. Come for the latest research, stay for the practical strategies and shared experiences.

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The Effect of Meditation-Based Mind-Body Interventions on Symptoms and Executive Function in People With ADHD: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10870547231154897

Executive Functions Contribute to the Differences Between ADHD and Sluggish Cognitive Tempo (SCT) in Adults (2023)
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10870547231153948

Time Perception Deficits in Children and Adolescents with ADHD: A Meta-analysis
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1087054720978557

Idea of New Attention Disorder Spurs Research, and Debate
https://www.nytimes.com/2014/04/12/health/idea-of-new-attention-disorder-spurs-research-and-debate.html

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Off-road cyclist and gravel racer Chelsea Bolton joins us to talk about her adult ADHD diagnosis and the strategies that helped her stay focused as she became a professional racer. 

Chelsea started her athletic career as a long-distance runner and transitioned to cycling in 2020 before winning the pro women's division at the 2022 Wasatch All-Road in Utah. You can find her on Instagram at @chels.bolton.

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Self-criticism and ADHD: Five strategies to check in, ground, and reset when you feel overwhelmed
https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/post/self-criticism-and-adhd-five-strategies-to-check-in-...

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How do emotional regulation – and dysregulation – relate to ADHD? This week, we look at several studies about ADHD, executive function, and emotional dysregulation. Is emotional dysregulation tied to executive function? How do early childhood influences affect emotional dysregulation? And how does sleep – or the lack of it – affect emotional regulation and executive function? We'll discuss each study in depth and share our own experiences.
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Developmental antecedents of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms in middle childhood: The role of father-child interactions and children’s emotional underregulation
https://doi.org/10.1017/S0954579423000408

Evidence of emotion dysregulation as a core symptom of adult ADHD: A systematic review
https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0280131

Associations Between ADHD, Sleep Problems, and Mental Health Symptoms in Adolescents
https://doi.org/10.1177/10870547231155871

Additional Research Discussed
https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/post/adhd-and-mindfulness
https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/post/self-criticism-and-adhd-five-strategies-to-check-in-ground-and-reset-when-you-feel-overwhelmed
https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/post/adhd-and-sleep-twelve-tips-to-facilitate-a-better-night-s-rest
https://chadd.org/attention-article/adhd-and-the-myth-of-the-bad-parent/
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11121-022-01358-4

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In this episode, Skye is joined by Matt Verlaque, SaaS founder, entrepreneur, and author, to unpack how to scale a business when your brain is wired for big ideas and fast starts, but struggles with structure.

From leading startups to building founder-focused systems, Matt shares the powerful rhythms, habits, and metrics that have helped hundreds of founders go from feeling overwhelmed to fully in control of their businesses.

What we cover:

• The 5 numbers every ADHD founder actually needs to track
• How to scale without nuking your team or yourself
• Matt’s system for turning random thoughts into repeatable strategy
• Chaos management for the hyperactive executive
•  Family, boundaries, and surviving the startup tornado

Connect with Matt:
Follow Matt on Instagram: @mattverlaque
Explore The Precision Method: Precision.co

Check out the bestselling book Software as a Science: Unlock Limitless Recurring Revenue Without Losing Control. Co-authored with Dan Martell, Johnny Page, and Marcel Petitpas: softwarebook.com

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Sarah and Skye chat with Danielle about her experiences with Autism, the differences between a combined diagnosis and a single ADHD diagnosis and how to regulate with neurodiverse children when you are overwhelmed yourself! Danielle is the owner and founder of Neurodiverging Coaching and the host of the Neurodiverging Podcast. They are a Certified Life Coach and have an M.A. degree, graduate certificate in women and gender studies. Danielle had intended to remain in academia to work on gender, disability, and religion, but pivoted after she was diagnosed autistic around age 30 after her eldest child was also diagnosed.

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Join Skye and Sarah for an in-depth chat about two papers in what might be called the opposite ends of the academic spectrum. In the first part, we will chat through an interesting (and perhaps controversial) paper looking at how an ADHD diagnosis can change over the year. Then we dive into one of our favourite topic, neuroscience, and chat through what it means to be able to see changes in brain structures in people with ADHD as well as your own brain imaging experience.

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Girls With Social and/or Attention Deficit Re-Examined in Young Adulthood: Prospective Study of Diagnostic Stability, Daily Life Functioning and Social Situation
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10870547231158751

A preliminary study of white matter correlates of a laboratory measure of attention and motor stability in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0022395623000651?via%3Dihub

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Skye is joined by David Greenwood to discuss his experiences managing ADHD as a serial entrepreneur. David is the author of the book "Overcoming Distractions: Thriving with Adult ADHD" and host of the podcast with the same name. He is based just outside of Boston, Massachusetts. He has worked as an entrepreneur in various fields, including owning a karate school, a restaurant and starting his own public relations firm. We discuss managing ADHD in a neurotypical environment, the importance of repeatable systems and protecting your time.

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David Greenwood is the author of the book, Overcoming Distractions, thriving with Adult ADHD. The book looks at ADHD through the eyes of the entrepreneur, profiling their success and how many of them use their ADHD to their advantage. David interviewed several entrepreneurs and professionals that have ADHD and gained valuable insight and tips on what it takes to lead a fulfilling life as an adult with ADHD. David also hosts the popular podcast by the same name, Overcoming Distractions.
https://overcomingdistractions.com/

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Welcome to our first research recap! Join us for our honest assessment and wide-ranging discussion of the latest in ADHD research. In this episode, we discuss how University students with ADHD can hold themselves to a relatively low standard of achievement despite being highly self-critical of their own performance. We examine whether a short intervention targeting executive dysfunction can improve workplace performance and satisfaction. And we look at the effectiveness of self-guided online modules for ADHD.

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Low standards yet disappointed: ADHD symptoms and experiential avoidance in college students

Bodalski, E. A., Abu-Ramadan, T. M., Hough, C. E., Lefler, E. K., Meinzer, M. C., & Antshel, K. M. (2023). Low standards yet disappointed: ADHD symptoms and experiential avoidance in college students. Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science, 28, 180-184.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2212144723000388?via%3Dihub


Work-MAP Telehealth Metacognitive Work-Performance Intervention for Adults With ADHD: Randomized Controlled Trial

Grinblat, N., & Rosenblum, S. (2023). Work-MAP Telehealth Metacognitive Work-Performance Intervention for Adults With ADHD: Randomized Controlled Trial. OTJR: Occupational Therapy Journal of Research, 15394492231159902.
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/15394492231159902


A self-guided internet-delivered intervention for adults with ADHD: Results from a randomized controlled trial

Kenter, R. M. F., Gjestad, R., Lundervold, A. J., & Nordgreen, T. (2023). A self-guided internet-delivered intervention for adults with ADHD: Results from a randomized controlled trial. Internet Interventions, 32, 100614.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214782923000143?via%3Dihub

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Today Skye is joined by Katy Weber to discuss her diagnosis, maintaining routines with ADHD, and adding complexity to make things interesting. Katy is an ADHD advocate and coach, the founder of Women & ADHD and the podcast of the same name, ranking in the top 0.5% of all podcasts worldwide. She was diagnosed at 45 and has since made it her mission to help neurodivergent women learn to love their brains and live a more fulfilling life.
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The ADHD Skills Lab podcast is a space where Skye and Sarah share practical strategies and research about adult ADHD while also providing honest talk about their own experiences. With years of experience providing strategies to clients at Unconventional Organization, they offer valuable insights on topics such as working memory, sensory issues, and organization. Tune in for a mix of relatable conversation and actionable advice.
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Excerpt 1 is from a soon-to-be-released podcast episode with Danielle Sullivan from The Neurodiverging Podcast https://www.neurodiverging.com/

Excerpt 2 is from a soon-to-be-released podcast episode with Katy Weber from The Women and ADHD Podcast https://www.womenandadhd.com/ 

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Ever zone out in a meeting and wonder where your brain went? That might be your default mode network. And for people with ADHD, it doesn't always switch off when it should.

Welcome to the first episode in our new Research Recaps series, co-hosted with William Curb from Hacking Your ADHD.

In this series, we’re teaming up to break down recent ADHD studies and translate what the research actually means for your life, your work, and your brain. No jargon. No hype. Just real insight you can use.

This week, we’re diving into a fascinating study on the default mode network, the part of your brain that’s active when you’re “resting.” For ADHD brains, it doesn’t always switch off when it should. We’re talking genetics, CBT, and what all of it has to do with zoning out at 2pm.

What we cover:

• What the default mode network is, and why ADHD brains get stuck there
• How CBT might literally change your brain’s connectivity
• What this study says about genetics and attention
• Why your brain drifts off (and what that means for productivity)

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Think you're just bad at delegating? You’re not. ADHD makes it harder to translate thoughts into steps, hand things off, and feel safe letting go.

If you’ve got a team (or want one), this is your ADHD-friendly shortcut to working less and scaling more.

Skye takes you inside a real coaching breakdown of her 5-step delegation system—the same one she teaches founders who are too busy, too burned out, or too overwhelmed to explain what needs to be done.

What we cover:

• Why delegation feels emotionally risky for ADHD founders
• How to stop gatekeeping your own business
• Why your team isn’t helping (and it’s not their fault)
• The right way to loop your team in (without micro-managing)

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Most ADHD entrepreneurs build their success on hustle—until the cracks show. In this episode, Skye talks with Dr. John Torrens, professor, founder, and author of Lightning in a Bottle, about how he built (and sold) multiple companies by learning to delegate, prioritize self-care, and manage his ADHD brain.

What we cover:

• Why ADHD founders struggle to let go of control (and how to fix it)
• The surprising link between hyperactivity and entrepreneurial success
• How John avoids burnout while running companies and mentoring CEOs
• Why self-care isn’t “soft”—it’s the foundation of sustainable growth
• The mindset shifts that turn visionary bottlenecks into scalable systems

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ADHD entrepreneurs are smart, capable - and often pricing themselves into burnout.

In this episode, Skye interviews Marcel Petitpas, CEO of Parakeeto and the guy behind the numbers for hundreds of agencies. They dig into why most service businesses struggle with profit (it’s not what you think), and how to finally price for sustainability.

What we cover:

• The ADHD-friendly way to figure out what your services should cost
• The 3 key numbers you need to track (and how to figure them out)
• How to future-proof your pricing so you can actually hire help
• The ADHD-friendly habit that improves pricing, clarity, and confidence

Math trauma ends here.

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 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

Think something will take 15 minutes? Bet it takes 45.
You’re not lazy - you’ve got ADHD. And you’re probably struggling with time blindness.

In this episode, Skye and Sarah dive deep into three new studies on ADHD and time perception, breaking down the science, the symptoms, and the sneaky ways time blindness sabotages even high performers.

What we cover:

• The 3 time-based skills your brain may be missing
• Time blindness vs. working memory—what’s the real issue?
• The surprising benefit of visual timers (and what the monkey app got right)
• What the research says about the link between time and working memory

If you’ve ever said, “how is it 3pm already?” - this one’s for you.

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

Before Unconventional Organisation, before the coaching, before the 82K followers - there was burnout, academic pivots, and a year spent working in a bakery just to recover.
This is the story Skye's never told.

In this episode, dating coach, fellow founder, and friend Kavita interviews Skye about what really led to the creation of Unconventional Organisation. From side gigs to business models, academic accolades to real-world impact - this is the story behind the strategy.

What we cover:

• What ADHD looks like before you even know you have that
• The power of quitting what no longer fits
• Why consistency feels terrifying - and how to fix it
• Why your boring task might be killing your revenue
• The system that finally ended the start-stop spiral

This is the blueprint Skye never had. Now it’s yours.

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

You’ve got strategies and systems, but you still feel like your brain is always “on.” You might be overlooking your nervous system.

This episode introduces a fast-rising body of ADHD research around polyvagal theory and nervous system regulation. We’re breaking down the science, the controversy, and why this might be the next frontier in ADHD support.

In this episode:

• Why breathing wrong could be keeping you stuck
• What the autonomic nervous system has to do with procrastination, burnout, and freeze mode
• How polyvagal theory explains that “can’t shut down” feeling

No breathwork hype, no vague advice, just real science, grounded insight, and new tools.

References:

• Feeling Safe: A Comprehensive Systematic Literature Review of Psychiatric Disorders through the Lens of Polyvagal Theory

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

You can scale a business on sheer force... for a while. But eventually, ADHD founders burn out, blow up, or walk away.

This episode is your map out of the cycle. Skye shares the behind-the-scenes process she used to stop relying on urgency, reduce decision fatigue, and build a company that doesn’t fall apart the moment she takes a break.

What we cover:

• The ADHD entrepreneur trap no one warns you about
• Why most productivity advice makes things worse
• How to use SOPs (without hating your life)
• The 6-routine cadence that supports growth and your nervous system

If you’re tired of pretending you can do it all forever, this is where it changes.

Here's the link to the full playbook.
https://unconventionalorganization.substack.com/p/an-adhd-entrepreneurs-answer-to-growth

And here's your first step to focus.
https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/the-adhd-focus-filter

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

ADHD medication can be a controversial topic online. Is it safe? Does it change who you are? What does the science actually say?

In this episode, Skye talks with Dr. Ryan Sultan, psychiatrist, researcher, and founder of Integrative Psychiatry in NYC, about what medication does in the brain and what decades of studies reveal about its effects. This is not medical advice - it’s a clear, evidence-based conversation to help you understand your options.

What we cover:

• How ADHD medication affects dopamine and focus
• The difference between stimulant and non-stimulant medications
• Why safety and addiction concerns often get misunderstood
• How to approach treatment decisions from an informed place
• How to know if your treatment plan needs adjustment
• The role of therapy, structure, and lifestyle alongside medication

Dr. Ryan Sultan, MD is a double board-certified psychiatrist, Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at Columbia, and the Founder & Medical Director of Integrative Psychiatry in Chelsea, NYC, and Miami, FL. He leads NIH-funded research on ADHD and comorbidities and has published in JAMA, The Journal of Adolescent Health, and JAACAP. Clinically, he works with children and adults navigating conditions like anxiety, depression, and substance use.

Medical Disclaimer:

This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

Skye Waterson is not a medical doctor and does not make treatment recommendations.

Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making any decisions about diagnosis, medication, or treatment for ADHD or any other condition.

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

Your personal brand exists—even if you haven’t posted in six months. So the question isn’t “should I build a brand?” It’s: “Are you in control of it?”

Amy Landino joins Skye to unpack what branding actually means for ADHD entrepreneurs and professionals and why your fear of being cringe is costing you visibility, leads, and growth.

Inside this episode:

• What to post when you feel like you're only talking to your friends and family
• The difference between building a brand vs. chasing dopamine
• Why perfection is the biggest barrier to consistent action
• Strategies for staying visible even when life (or a toddler) happens

Whether you’re scaling your business or starting your first podcast, this is your permission to hit publish anyway.

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

Click the link to download your own 2-minute Focus Formula
https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/the-adhd-focus-filter

You’re not behind because you’re bad at time management. You’re behind because you’re managing the wrong things.

Skye here! In this mini solo episode, I walk you through my 2-minute focus formula, the same one I've used to help ADHD founders reclaim hours of their week and thousands in lost revenue.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• How to break the habit of chasing dopamine instead of traction
• The 3 reasons your brain defaults to “easy” instead of “essential”
• The exact moment your to-do list starts lying to you
• How to build a day that ends in progress, not paralysis

No fluff. No guilt. Just clear steps that cut through the noise and get you moving.

Enjoy!

PS. Next week (for the first time ever), I’m running a 1-day mastermind.
We’re going to spend the day creating a system to focus, get your time back, and grow consistent revenue before you leave. Would you like to join us? Just DM me "FOCUS DAY" on Instagram.
https://www.instagram.com/unconventionalorganisation/

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

Burnout isn’t always a personal failure—it’s often a mismatch between your brain and your work environment.

Skye and in-house researcher Taylor break down three eye-opening studies that explain why ADHD brains struggle in traditional workplaces—and what actually works better. Spoiler: the research also found ADHD might be a secret strength for entrepreneurs.

This episode covers:

• The top causes of ADHD-related burnout (backed by science)
• Practical changes workplaces can make (and how to ask for them)
• Why leadership built on neuroscience could be the future of work
• How impulsive ADHD traits actually boost business performance

This is the conversation you wish your HR team had already heard.

References:

1. How to prevent and combat employee burnout and create healthier workplaces during crises and beyond
2. Neuroleadership: a new way for happiness management
3. ADHD Symptoms, Entrepreneurial Orientation (EO), and Firm Performance

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

Ever feel like your brain is the only thing getting in the way of your success? Like you could lead a $200M rebrand if you could just finish that one damn task in front of you?

In this episode, Devlin Croal, marketing strategist, systems builder, and Unconventional Organisation client, shares what it’s actually like to scale your career while navigating ADHD. We talk burnout, executive function, AI as an assistant (not a distraction), and how he finally found a system that works.

What we cover:

• The hidden cost of burnout for high-performing ADHD brains
• How Devlin finally sold the snowboarding gear that haunted his garage
• The prioritization system that finally stuck after 10 years of trying
• What ChatGPT gets right (and wrong) for ADHD productivity

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

You're not imagining it. The reason you feel like the world is “too much” by the afternoon might have as much for do with your nervous system as your to-do list.

In this episode, we break down two original studies showing how ADHD adults process light, sound, and touch differently—and why your brain might not even realize it’s overwhelmed until it’s too late.

What we cover:

• The study that literally zapped people’s arms to test tactile sensitivity (yes, really)
• Why ADHD brains skip the “heads-up” signal neurotypical brains use to handle stress
• What happens when noise and lighting quietly drain your executive function
• How to spot the signs of hidden overstimulation before you hit burnout

References:

1. Why You Snap at 3pm: The ADHD Sensory Overload You Didn’t See Coming
2. Visual and acoustic discomfort: A comparative study of impacts on individuals with and without ADHD using electroencephalogram (EEG)

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

If you’ve ever thought, I work so hard—why am I not getting ahead? or How do I actually position myself for a promotion without working myself into the ground?—this episode is for you.

Skye sits down with career strategist and late-diagnosed ADHDer Kendall Berg to break down what it really takes to succeed in corporate spaces with ADHD. We’re pulling apart the real research behind career growth, burnout, and how to make your ADHD strengths work for you.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why “just work harder” is bad career advice (and what to do instead)
• How executives actually decide who gets promoted (hint: it’s not just about performance)
• The networking strategy that ADHD professionals need to stay on leadership’s radar
• How to position yourself for a promotion—even if you’ve struggled with consistency

Want to move up in your career without sacrificing your mental health? This episode is a must-listen.

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

If task-switching under stress wrecks your day, you’re not alone. Researchers have spent 20+ years studying executive functioning in ADHD, and honestly? Their findings are a bit of a mess.

In this episode, we break down a new critical review of the research (and trust me, the we have some thoughts). We’re talking hot executive functioning, emotional overload, and why decision-making goes out the window under stress.

What you’ll learn:

• Why your brain freezes in high-pressure situations (and what science says you can do about it)
• The real reason ADHD professionals struggle with task transitions and emotional reactivity
• What this research tells us about why we cry over emails (yes, really)
• Practical, science-backed tools to reset your brain after an emotional overload

There’s a reason ADHD professionals burn out faster—and it has everything to do with how we process stress. Let’s break it down.

References:

A critical review of hot executive functioning in youth attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: Methodological limitations, conceptual considerations, and future directions

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

Ever feel like ADHD makes life a never-ending uphill battle? Meet Sean Shubert—former Muay Thai champion turned resilience coach—who went from juggling chaos to mastering focus. In this episode, we talk about:

• Sean’s ADHD Journey: From childhood struggles to becoming a Muay Thai champion and resilience coach.
• Breaking the ADHD Guilt Cycle: How to stop feeling “lazy” and start using your brain’s strengths.
• Sean shares his #1 strategy for turning ADHD frustration into focused action

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

Do fluctuating hormone levels affect your ADHD symptoms? Research says YES! Join Skye and I as we explore recent findings on perimenopause and ADHD.

Curious about what's inside?

• How long can perimenopause last?!?!
• Which decade tends to be the hardest for ADHD symptoms?
• Supportive and affirming treatment recommendations you won’t want to miss!

Whether you are a new listener, or have been following a while, thank you from the bottom of my heart for being here.

Until next time,

Sarah Russell (Podcast Producer)

References

1. A Female-Specific Treatment Group for ADHD—Description of the Programme and Qualitative Analysis of First Experiences

2. Perimenopause, Menopause and ADHD

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

What does it really mean to thrive with ADHD? It’s having the confidence to release a heavily edited episode despite technical issues with the recording.

Join us as Skye chats with Brooke Schnittman, a celebrated ADHD coach, about building a life that aligns with your strengths and values. This message was too important to cut entirely due to audio quality.

Curious About What's Inside?

• Why fun and joy aren’t optional for ADHD brains.
• Are there really ADHD-friendly routines and boundaries?!
• The 1% rule of progress.

Whether you're juggling parenting, work, or personal growth, this episode is a must-listen for anyone wanting to feel more in control and confident with ADHD.

Thanks for being here! Until next time,
Sarah Russell (Podcast Producer)


Looking for Brooke? Website: https://www.coachingwithbrooke.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachingwithbrooke/

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

Ever feel restless in a meeting or line and want to bolt? That’s not impatience, it’s delay aversion.

In this Research Recap with William Curb from Hacking Your ADHD, Skye explores new research showing how delay aversion connects boredom, frustration, and inattention in ADHD. Together they dig into how the brain’s reward system makes waiting harder and what you can do to make it easier.

What we cover:

• What delay aversion actually means for ADHD
• Why ADHD brains overvalue instant rewards
• The neuroscience behind frustration and focus
• How boredom fuels distraction and impulsive behavior
• Strategies to make waiting time more productive

Want more of Will’s work? Go check out HackingYourADHD.com or subscribe to his YouTube channel

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

In this episode of The ADHD Skills Lab, Skye and I explore the critical question: is executive functioning even real or is it a poorly defined construct that's been misunderstood for decades?

Curious what's inside?

• What the DSM says about executive function..
• What's the difference between an executive function task vs. executive function measure?
• Some ADHD'ers may not struggle with executive dysfunction at all.
  • CTA: If this is you, let us know! I have follow-up questions!

Thanks for being here! Until next time,
Sarah Russell (Podcast Producer)


References:
1. Validity of the Executive Function Theory of ADHD: A Meta-Analytic Review
2. Executive Functioning Rating Scales: Ecologically Valid or Construct Invalid?

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

Do you ever feel like ADHD is just who you are - part of your personality? Yeah, us too!

In this week’s episode of The ADHD Skills Lab, Skye sits down with Angie Harrington, a Real Housewife of Salt Lake City, to share her journey of growing up undiagnosed to now raising a neurodivergent family.

Curious what’s inside?

• A new story of adult ADHD diagnosis
• Personal and family reflections on neurodivergence
• Discussion of dancing—just listen if you want to know why

Thanks for being here! Until next time,
Sarah Russell
Podcast Producer


Looking for Angie?
Instagram: @ angieharrington

Looking for more content or want to get in touch?
We’d love to hear from you!
Substack: https://unconventionalorganization.substack.com/
Instagram: Skye @unconventionalorganisation
YouTube: Unconventional Organisation ADHD

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

Wanna learn how to set boundaries as an ADHD person? The research says we should, but there’s not really a framework to guide us—so we made one!

This week, Skye and I take you on a journey through the world of boundary-setting with ADHD, just in time for the holidays!

Curious about what's inside:

• Why boundaries are so essential for ADHD'ers
• Stories from our own lives (because we're still growing, too!)
• The Four C's & how to use them

If you’ve ever struggled to say “no,” been overwhelmed by constant interruptions, and found yourself burnt out from going above and beyond, this episode is for you.

Thanks for being here! Until next time,
Sarah Russell (Podcast Producer)


References:

1. ADHD and Boundaries: The 4 C's of Boundary Setting
2. The Prioritisation Filter
3. Staying in bounds: A framework for setting workplace boundaries to promote physician wellness
4. Social Relationships of Individuals with ADHD Across the Lifespan

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

In this episode of The ADHD Skills Lab, we sit down with Tevis Houston, the mind behind Friends Everywhere, a studio that partners with major brands like Levi's and Vans. We dive into the impact of late diagnosis, the power of ADHD strengths in the creative industry, and the importance of building supportive communities.

Since we are so close to the holidays, I have taken some of the core ADHD strategies Tevis discusses and dressed them up for the holidays! You will find this list below!

Thanks for being here! Until next time,
Sarah Russell (Podcast Producer)


Here is a list of 3 tips to survive this holiday season with ADHD:

1. Leverage Your Natural Strengths

• The Tip: Tevis mentions her ability to "pivot quickly" is a benefit in her creative work.
• The Action: Over this next month, embrace multitasking in ways that fuel you—like decorating while listening to festive music or brainstorming gift ideas while cooking.

2. Prioritize Breaks to Rest and Reset

• The Tip: Tevis shared how taking breaks is her way to “reset.”
• The Action: Schedule short breaks throughout the day during the holiday rush. Use them to step outside, do a quick breathing exercise, or enjoy a cup of tea.

3. Sleep on Big Decisions

• The Tip: Tevis recommends “sleeping on it”.
• The Action: Apply this to holiday spending or major planning choices!!! Write down ideas and revisit them after a good night’s sleep.

Looking for Tevis?
Friends Everywhere on Instagram
https://www.friendseverywhere.co/

Looking for more content? Want to get in touch?
We would love to hear from you!
Substack
IG: Skye @unconventionalorganisation
YT: Unconventional Organisation ADHD

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

Can we really support our executive functions using movement? Well actually, turns out you can!

On this episode of The ADHD Skills Lab, Skye and Sarah want to talk to you about what you can actually do to support your executive functioning, according to the latest ADHD research.


Curious about what's inside?

• Explaining how intentional movement boosts cognition.
• What's play got to do with it?
• Some personal reveals from your favorite podcast hosts!

Make sure to head over to IG and DM Skye the word "PLAY" and she will send you a list of 30ish ways to play! Because not everyone has time to brainstorm an entire list...

Thanks for being here! Until next time,
Sarah Russell (Podcast Producer)


References:

03:02 Effect of an acute bout of exercise on executive function and sleep in children with ADHD and ASD
14:38 The Effect of a Group-Based Play Therapy on Executive Function,
Working Memory and Self-Efficacy in Children with ADHD


Looking for more content? Want to get in touch?
We would love to hear from you!
IG: Skye @unconventionalorganisation
YT: Unconventional Organisation ADHD

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

Curious about how ADHD brains learn stuff? Brandon Hendrickson, Founder of Science is Weird is here to chat about this and so much more!

Curious about what's inside?

• Discussion of unconventional learning methods
• How to harness intrinsic motivation to increase engagement
• Wonderful tangents into other scientific disciplines

If you are looking for a fresh take on education and ADHD, you won't want to miss this episode!

Thanks for being here! Until next time,
Sarah Russell (Podcast Producer)


INSTEAD OF REFERENCES, I AM SHARING...
Brandon's Book Recommendations:

1. Driven to Distraction by John Ratey and Ned Hallowell – This was Brandon's introduction to ADHD, and it helped him understand his own experience.
2. Getting It Wrong From the Beginning by Kieran Egan – A history of education that challenges conventional views on how children learn, particularly focusing on making learning fascinating.
3. Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks – A guide to telling engaging stories, emphasizing the power of transformation in narrative.

Looking for Brandon?
https://www.scienceisweird.com/
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Looking for more content? Want to get in touch?
We would love to hear from you!
Substack
IG: Skye @unconventionalorganisation
YT: Unconventional Organisation ADHD

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

What do you know about the Autonomic Nervous System and its connection to ADHD? In this week’s episode of The ADHD Skills Lab, we welcome resident expert Abbie J. for a bite-sized yet powerful breakdown of how the ANS impacts emotional regulation in ADHD.

Curious about what's inside?

• Discover the different nervous systems at play, explained in a simple, digestible way
• Why "we’re meant to be dysregulated"—and how to shift out of it
• What micro-moments are and how they can change your day
• Learn to be seaweed—a grounding technique that uses the slowest, most subtle movements to reset your nervous system

Thanks for being here! Until next time,
Sarah Russell (Podcast Producer)

P.S. Skye here—email me "GROUNDING" at skye@unconventionalorganisation.com or DM me on IG, and I’ll send you my free article on grounding techniques for ADHD!


References

1. Dysregulation of the autonomic nervous system in adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: A systematic review
2. An Individualized, Data-Driven Biological Approach to Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Heterogeneity
3. Is autonomic nervous system function atypical in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? A systematic review of the evidence
4. Heart rate variability, prefrontal neural function, and cognitive performance: the neurovisceral integration perspective on self-regulation, adaptation, and health

Looking for more content? Want to get in touch?
We would love to hear from you!
IG: Skye @unconventionalorganisation
YT: Unconventional Organisation ADHD

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

Is gamification just another shiny ADHD strategy, or can it really help you get stuff done? In this episode, Russ Jones, aka The ADHD Big Brother, breaks down how he turns everyday tasks into fun games in an attempt to boost motivation and tackle the mundane. But the real magic of Russ’s approach lies in the power of community.

Curious about what's inside?

• How Russ uses day streaks and accountability to build consistency
• A fun way to turn household chores into a dopamine-boosting card game
• Why “delegation” can feel impossible for ADHDers, and what to do instead

To catch part 2 of this conversation, be sure to head on over to The ADHD Big Brother Podcast!

Thanks for being here! Until next time,
Sarah Russell (Podcast Producer)


ADHD Skills Discussed:

1. Gamification without apps
2. Setting up external accountability
3. The value of flexibility and experimentation

Looking for Russ?
The ADHD Big Brother Podcast
The ADHD Big Brother Community

Looking for more content? Want to get in touch?
We would love to hear from you!
Substack
IG: Skye @unconventionalorganisation
YT: Unconventional Organisation ADHD

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

Can your ADHD meds increase the risk of heart disease but still lower overall risk of early death? Some data says, "Yes!"

Don't miss this week's Research Recap, featuring Dr. Fred Hooven, Professor of Public Health. We called in an expert for this topic to ensure we could deliver the highest quality of information in the simplest of terms.

Curious about what's inside?

• Many reminders to talk to your personal doctor
• Discussion of study design and why this is important
• Heart risk vs overall mortality risk - lets untangle this

If you want more Research Recaps featuring experts in their field, let us know in the comments!

Thanks for being here! Until next time,
Sarah Russell (Podcast Producer)


References:

1. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Medications and Long-Term Risk of Cardiovascular Diseases
2. Long-Term Cardiovascular Risk Associated With Treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Adults
3. ADHD Pharmacotherapy and Mortality in Individuals With ADHD

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On this week’s episode of The ADHD Skills Lab, we’re tackling one of the biggest challenges for ADHDer's: getting organized! With the help of ADHD organizing coach Megs Crawford, we dive into realistic strategies for letting go of perfectionism and creating a space that truly works for your brain.

Curious about what’s inside? We break down:
- Where should I start?
- How is consistency possible?
- Am I trying to organize this space, or just make it look pretty?

Megs shares her compassionate, empowering approach to decluttering and staying consistent, so you can build spaces that feel calm, functional, and ADHD-friendly.

Thanks for being here! Until next time,
Sarah Russell (Podcast Producer)


ADHD Strategies Discussed:

• How to chunk tasks while still noticing progress
• Setting realistic rules for yourself and boundaries for your space
• Mindful transitions: creating routines that stick
• Consistency through imperfect action and why the small wins matter

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We would love to hear from you!
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IG: Skye @unconventionalorganisation
IG: Sarah @theadhdskillslabpodcast
YT: Unconventional Organisation ADHD

 P.S. Losing work because the admin layer around your business can't keep up with you? Invisible Systems is a 90-day done-for-you sprint where I (Skye) extract the processes from your head, build the operating layer, and find the right person to run it. Six spots left at the founding price, book a call at https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/