Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with ADHD, ADD

Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with Adult ADHD takes a street-smart approach to managing adult ADHD. This is THE podcast for busy professional adults, including business owners, entrepreneurs, CEO's, marketing and creative professionals and even PHD's with demanding workloads. The podcast is an excellent resource for any adult, especially individuals looking for strategies and tactics to create better circumstances in their professional lives. If you're a small business owner with ADHD and other life responsibilities, this is the perfect podcast to help you navigate the ups and downs of business and life with ADHD.Every week host David Greenwood, author of the book by the same name, has experts in the field of adult ADHD as well as other entrepreneurs with ADHD. Every episode is packed with solutions and methodical approaches to having a better life with ADHD.The podcast covers productivity, navigating workloads, how to manage yourself in a chaotic work environment, and burnout. And MUCH more! Entrepreneurs and business owners with ADHD share their insights and approaches with Dave regularly on the podcast. How did they do it and what do they need to have in place to be successful? Those answers can be found in the podcast.There are also many episodes with just Dave, who shares his thoughts as a busy entrepreneur with ADHD. Dave Greenwood has been both an entrepreneur for decades and an executive at one of the most recognized brands in the world, doing it all with ADHD.This is not a Q&A or a stuffy podcast. Every time you hit the download button, you'll feel like you're having a cup of coffee or a pint of your favorite beer with Dave and/for his guests.

How can I focus on my strengths as an adult with ADHD?
Jun 13, 2025 – 41:53
Why Good Habits Are Mission Critical for Adults with ADHD
Jun 6, 2025 – 19:56
The Thriving Mindset: Purpose, Presence & Progress with ADHD
May 30, 2025 – 43:05
10 signs you need more support as a busy adult with ADHD
May 22, 2025 – 18:08
Healing Your Nervous System from Stress and Burnout
May 16, 2025 – 52:17
Atomic Habits and the ADHD Brain: High-Performance Systems for Busy Minds
May 9, 2025 – 23:24
Follow the energy- Boosting time management with ADHD
May 2, 2025 – 19:18
How adults with ADHD can navigate workplace conflict
Apr 25, 2025 – 35:33
Reducing the chaos that comes with adult ADHD by shifting your mindsets
Apr 19, 2025 – 20:08
Why Adults with ADHD Face a Higher Risk of Burnout
Apr 15, 2025 – 39:19
Adult ADHD and overcommitting-reducing the need to say YES all the time
Apr 9, 2025 – 17:45
Flow is one of my ADHD productivity secret weapons
Apr 5, 2025 – 22:32
Working Smarter, Not Harder: The Ultimate Schedule Overhaul for Busy Professionals with ADHD
Apr 2, 2025 – 20:33
Tackling perfectionism as a busy adult with ADHD
Mar 28, 2025 – 38:55
How to go from burned out to happy as an adult with ADHD
Mar 21, 2025 – 43:01
How to select the best planner for busy adults with ADHD
Mar 8, 2025 – 33:48
Questions every busy adult with ADHD should ask themselves after each workday
Feb 28, 2025 – 19:55
Managing your nervous system through the stages of burnout
Feb 22, 2025 – 40:59
Why hitting the pause button is mission critical for busy adults with ADHD
Feb 18, 2025 – 24:05
My Top 5 ADHD Core Foundations for 2025 and Beyond
Feb 13, 2025 – 21:22
Adults with ADHD-What's your next career move?
Feb 6, 2025 – 35:12
Understanding and releasing expired mindsets for adults with ADHD
Jan 24, 2025 – 34:39
Beyond coaching-taking a holistic approach to thriving with adult ADHD
Jan 3, 2025 – 43:17
Active listening for busy adults with ADHD
Dec 23, 2024 – 22:12
From chaotic brain to creative genius. How art can support your ADHD journey
Dec 13, 2024 – 28:45
What have 300 episodes of Overcoming Distractions taught me about thriving with adult ADHD?
Nov 22, 2024 – 22:21
Finding your voice and developing courage
Nov 18, 2024 – 31:47
Why Ignoring Burnout Now… Can Cost You Later
Nov 9, 2024 – 22:18
How does neurofeedback help adults with ADHD?
Nov 2, 2024 – 34:02
If you're new to Overcoming Distractions-Thriving with Adult ADHD, listen to this short episode first
Oct 29, 2024 – 09:29
Achieving flow is a must for busy adults with ADHD
Oct 26, 2024 – 18:50
8 major areas of life that cause stress in adults with ADHD
Oct 19, 2024 – 24:28
This entrepreneur with ADHD built one of the most successful pizzerias in the country
Oct 12, 2024 – 34:49
Discussing the Book Unapologetically ADHD
Oct 7, 2024 – 34:50
ADHD, entrepreneurship, maximizing to do lists and more with Marie NG of Llama Life
Sep 28, 2024 – 39:43
Why time management is about energy when you are an adult with ADHD
Sep 21, 2024 – 14:45
How to have productive conversations as a busy adult with ADHD
Sep 14, 2024 – 34:34
The benefits of having a control mindset when you are a busy adult with ADHD
Sep 7, 2024 – 17:14
Thriving as a serial entrepreneur with adult ADHD
Aug 31, 2024 – 27:29
Why adults with ADHD “check out” when we are burned out
Aug 24, 2024 – 17:06
Early warning signs of burnout for adults with ADHD
Aug 21, 2024 – 17:43
A day in the life of a busy adult with ADHD
Aug 17, 2024 – 24:35
3 things I've learned working with busy adults with ADHD
Aug 14, 2024 – 14:29
One massive habit that changed the way I manage time and energy with adult ADHD
Aug 10, 2024 – 19:15
How can I get a good night's sleep when I have ADHD? Part 2
Aug 7, 2024 – 25:28
Why proper sleep is mission-critical for adults with ADHD-Part 1
Aug 3, 2024 – 35:51
Not everything is your fault when you have adult ADHD
Jul 31, 2024 – 20:00
How to start getting “unstuck” as a busy adult with ADHD
Jul 27, 2024 – 34:25
How to navigate a toxic workplace as an adult with ADHD
Jul 24, 2024 – 24:28
Time and energy management questions for busy adults with ADHD
Jul 20, 2024 – 17:37

Recent Reviews

Lv pink

You gave me perspective

Honestly saved my life. Found you during a burnout period and you gave me clarity and understanding and I always say knowledge is power. You’ve been helping me get through it and understand my brain little by little. Thank you !
Brian JN

Fantastic Podcast!

I have been listening to this podcast consistently for about a year now and I find it to be so encouraging. I have ADHD and co-own a business and I feel like this is my community. Thank you for what you do, David!
didnccidlenfnchdjfkcnn

Eh.

Sounds like my mom. Set alarms! Set deadlines! Show up early! Nothing original or even really useful here.
plushpup68

Get to the point, man!!!

Have only listened to a handful of episodes, but holy crap dude. Use a script or an outline. In the latest episode I listened to, he is truly just rambling for a full 5.5 minutes before he says “and as they say in show business…without further ado…let’s get to the…” and then he still has more preamble. Ironic?
afozark

Great show

I appreciate David’s experience, sympathy, and his keeping his episodes relatively brief for us distracted and busy sufferers.
Photo022

Not applicable to my life.

ADHD advice for people who own their own business and work from home and have complete autonomy over their schedules.
suz1321

Solid advice

Great info and solid advice. One suggestion is that the the host work to stop saying “ok and alright”. It’s got to be hard to speak without an audience. Eliminate the word ok and the show will be fantastic.
Mel C5

Excellent

Love the podcast! Helpful and very insightful! Thanks for a great podcast!
hotcoffee1919

Adhd

Eh. Not my fave
tylerdmitch

ADULT ADHD HERE

I was fortunate enough to find this podcast and then took the next step, and reached out to David for some one-on-one help. His experience, knowledge, and overall understanding of what it’s like being an adult with ADHD was extremely comforting and beneficial to my work life, as well as my personal life. I highly recommend you take the time and listen to this podcast. Some topics won’t have anything to do with your type of ADHD and some will feel all too close to home but take a look and if you like what you hear I highly recommend reaching out to David and getting that one-on-one time with him
11122998877

Top notch

This podcast has been a lifesaver. Even though not formally diagnosed with ADHD, this podcast has been a real help, a positive influence, encouraging, and inspiring. Theres also a feel of camaraderie and self acceptance. Thank you so much, I highly recommend to anyone feeling overwhelmed or needing real life strategies that actually work.
adhdladyyy

1st podcast review

This was fantastic and easy to listen to. I searched the topic I wanted and this podcast came up right away. I was even inspired to take notes. I listened to the episode with Dr. Cheyette. Just want to say thank you.
djkezako

Great podcast but bad sound.

Could you keep the sound level even? Otherwise it’s good content !!
appb1998

Curves the curse of the scattered brain

This podcast has given me advice that is so useful and straight forward. In the past I have listened to productivity podcasts that where amazing, but where not exactly useful for someone suffering from severe ADHD and all the anxiety that comes along with it. If you are in a moment when you are feeling like your brain is scattered and you feel incredibly anxious I suggest giving this podcast a listen. The host and guests give valuable information on dealing with your stress, in addition to humorous commentary that helps you ease up. I am reminded not to take my ADHD too seriously while listening and you can’t put a price on that!
bdsh.14

It helps

I have heard multiple ADHD podcasts but this is the most helpful. It removes all bells and whistles and talks about things that helps someone with ADHD and also anxiety. Other podcasts give a ton of unnecessary introductions and stories which are not useful. This podcast gives actionable items. People who come here has the same thing as others with Adhd . So every bit of this podcast helps
FlameRetardant

A great podcast, whether you have ADHD or not

I read David Greenwood’s book by the same name before discovering this podcast. Both his solo shows and his guest interviews are informative and entertaining, like overhearing someone who knows exactly what you need to hear in a very down to earth and funny way. Let’s face it, we are all distracted these days, whether you have ADHD or not. This podcast will help you feel less alone and give you real strategies for getting out of your own way.
grantast

Just what ADHD Adults need to hear for these times

I starting listening to David’s podcast when COVID hit, and I’ve been going back into his archives since. Overcoming Distractions is timely as any podcast can be for helping adults like me, with good intentions and a slight wandering a-tention. (Or, e-tension.) David is warm, personable, and an excellent interviewer. Every show is chok-full-of goodness that makes you feel joy and empowerment, even while not sugar-coating any of the darkness adults like myself with ADHD are learning to not just manage, but thrive with and help others. I also recommend checking out his book by the same title, “Overcoming Distractions.” You’ll learn how to turn your own distractions into directions, and make your ADHD a gift!
Ms B6

An amazing lineup of knowledgeable guests!

Recently diagnosed with adult ADHD several years after my son, despite my knowing almost immediately that I also had it (misdiagnosis with depression and anxiety). I've had mixed emotions since. Your podcast had helped me to realize that all isn't lost. Thank you!
Annie Hines

Really enjoying this podcast!

Great guests and good interview style.
masterberlow

Very informative and beneficial

Everyone in business should listen to the podcast. Dave’s conversations are relative to the times and there are always great takeaways. Thank you for doing what you are doing.
MRyan6

Focused and Honest

This podcast shares great information a variety of topics but at its core is overcoming distractions and how to handle in a variety of situations. David does a great job at meaningful conversations that are interesting and fact-filled.