What if the reason you “never finish anything” wasn’t laziness… but wiring?

In this episode, I sit down with Nicola Thomas, ADHD coach and founder of the much-loved Finish It Friday sessions, to talk about how we can create structures that actually work for neurodivergent brains. Nicola shares her own unmasking journey, the importance of community, and why body doubling can be an absolute game-changer for people with ADHD.

We explore:

• Why masking is exhausting (and what happens when you finally stop)
• The beauty of body doubling and why it works when nothing else does
• Creating gentle accountability that empowers rather than shames
• Redefining productivity: why “done” is always better than “perfect"

This is the pep talk you didn’t know you needed: equal parts validating, practical, and reassuring.

Magic Moments

• “I thought I was broken. Then I learned my brain just works differently.”
• “Body doubling isn’t about someone pushing you. It’s about not being alone in the doing.”
• “We’ve spent so long forcing ourselves into systems that don’t fit. No wonder we’re tired.”

In short, if you’ve ever stared at your to-do list and felt completely paralysed, this conversation will remind you: you’re not broken, you just need better tools (and maybe a body double).

You can find Nicola online at https://www.thebusybrain.co.uk/ or on Instagram @nicbusybrain.

Resources mentioned in this episode include the books Unmasked by Ellie Middleton and We Are All Neurodiverse by Sonny Jane Wise.

In this episode, I am joined by ADHD coach Christian Ehmen to discuss his unconventional approach to working with founders and executives with ADHD. We explore the differences between traditional coaching and ADHD coaching, along with the critical importance of self-discovery and "inner work" before diving into business strategy.

Christian Ehmen is an ADHD coach who specialises in helping mission-driven founders and executives “get the fuck unstuck," gain clarity, and grow their businesses. His coaching philosophy is built on the belief that personal development is the foundation for professional success.

The Unconventional Approach

Christian shares what makes his coaching unconventional. While many business coaches focus on immediate, surface-level strategies like marketing and lead generation, Christian’s method starts with "inner work." He believes that for individuals with ADHD, a lack of self-awareness and emotional regulation often holds them back. He encourages his clients to understand their unique brain and how it functions, rather than jumping straight into goal setting. As Christian says, "You can't build a house on a shaky foundation." Another key part of the inner work is identifying your narratives and patterns. Christian uses the analogy of a "monster under the bed" as something you're afraid of, but once you get a peek at it, you realise it's not as scary as you thought.

The Problem with "Shoulds"

Our conversation also touches on the overwhelming pressure for business owners to follow a rigid set of rules or templates. For example, Social Media is filled with advice from "hustle bros" who often don't share a founder's circumstances, such as having children or other commitments.

ADHD Coaching vs. Traditional Coaching,

We also dive into the key distinctions of ADHD Coaching vs. Traditional Coaching, for example, how ADHD coaching provides an educational lens through which our clients can understand their unique challenges, such as executive dysfunction and emotional dysregulation. This helps them realise their struggles aren't personal failings but just characteristics of their neurotype. We discuss the importance of providing a judgment-free zone, where clients can drop their "mask" and be their authentic selves. This allows them to openly discuss their struggles and unique ways of doing things.

Finding the Right Coach

Finally, we share some advice on how to find the right coach for you, such as looking for a coach who is aligned with your personal values and has similar experiences or demands on their time. Their advice will be much more relevant to your life. We also discuss the importance of paying attention to how a coach makes you feel during an initial call.

Finally, we conclude with the powerful idea that investing in yourself is the best investment you can make. When you invest in your personal growth, you're not just improving your business; you're unlocking your full potential.

What did you think of the episode? Share your key takeaways - and don't forget to leave us a rating or review.

To find out more about Christian and his work, head to: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-ehmen-adhd-coach/

Why do unconventional minds need unconventional systems?

In this episode, I am joined Josh Budd, founder of Neuro Notion, to discuss the often-overlooked challenges of living with ADHD, in particular the critical need for better post-diagnosis support. Diagnosed at age 10, Josh shares a bit about his own ADHD journey and explains why traditional, "neurotypical" systems often fail those with ADHD.

We dive into the philosophy behind his innovative platform, Neuro Notion, which is designed to be “frictionless” for overwhelmed ADHDers. Josh explains how the app allows its users to "brain dump" tasks verbally, which are then organised and prioritised in a way that works with the ADHD brain, not against it. We explore his call for better post-diagnosis guidance and a shift towards more inclusive, ADHD-centric systems in education and the workplace.

This is a powerful conversation about reimagining productivity, embracing ADHD strengths, and creating solutions that don't just accommodate, but fundamentally celebrate neurodiversity.

Key Discussion Points:

• The Post-Diagnosis Support Gap: Josh shares his experience with the lack of guidance after an ADHD diagnosis and highlights the dire need for practical, ongoing support.
• Why “Neurotypical” Frameworks Don't Work for Neurodivergent Brains: We discuss why traditional productivity tools and systems often fail to meet the needs of the interest-based ADHD brain and how Neuro Notion offers a more effective alternative.
• A New Approach to Productivity: Josh explains his "user-centric design philosophy" and how his platform is built to reduce cognitive load and make organisation effortless, rather than increasing time spent in the app.
• The Power of the “Brain Dump": Learn how Neuro Notion's core feature allows its users to get thoughts out of their heads quickly and efficiently.
• Reframing ADHD: Josh shares his perspective on viewing ADHD not as a deficit, but as a "different operating system.”
• A Call to Action: We talk about what is needed to create more inclusive systems in education and the workplace, to level the playing field and unlock the untapped potential of neurodivergent thinking.

Quotes:

• “The reality is that your brain is literally wired differently. This system that you need to use needs to understand how you work, otherwise it won't work”
• "I was diagnosed 12 years ago. I literally obsess over learning stuff about this every day, I read scientific journals every day. I'm an absolute nerd for it, and I still learn new things every day. So never stop. There's not a point where you say, ‘All right, cool. I know everything’. The more you learn, the better your life will be.”
• “Every single person, no matter who you are, you deserve to have guidance, support, next steps, given to you when you get diagnosed.”

Links & Resources:

Neuro Notion Website: www.neuro-notion.com

Connect with Josh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-budd/

Is it possible to build lasting, sustainable habits with an ADHD brain? What does ‘work with your brain, not against it’ actually look like in practice? And crucially, how can that help you live and work better? Oh, and what on earth does a smorgasbord have to do with ADHD!?

I answer all these questions and lots more in this short, snappy but powerful episode designed to help you put self-compassion into action and understand what really works for you (and what doesn’t!) We dive into:

• The importance of understanding that ADHD brains are interest-based rather than importance-based
• Why ‘’hacking your brain’ beating yourself up and/or using brute force to get yourself to do things is not the only way - and actually let’s face it, it doesn’t feel good either
• Why your habits can fail, what actually does motivate your brain and why understanding ADHD brains are interest-based rather than importance-based is crucial to habit-forming
• My PANIC acronym (Pressure, Accountability, Novelty, Interest, Competition) for what motivates ADHD brains, with practical examples of how to use these elements to your advantage
• The power of the "smorgasbord" approach, which helps you identify multiple methods to achieve a single outcome, liberating you from your current narrative around ‘consistency’ and freeing you up to create deeply personalised approaches to life and business that feel easier to achieve
• How to experiment with different methods and options to reach the same goal, track what works, and avoid self-judgment and self-criticism along the way

If you are still beating yourself with the ‘consistency’ stick and telling yourself ‘I just can’t stick to anything’, this episode is for you my friend!

Find out more about my work coaching ADHD business owners at: https://bigpicturebusinesscoach.com/

Forget hustle culture. What if building wealth didn’t mean working harder, but thinking differently?

This week, I’m joined by Aleksandra Kohut, a money mentor who helps women pay themselves more and build businesses that actually support their dream lives (instead of draining them dry). From corporate accountant to digital nomad, Aleksandra has rebuilt her entire relationship with money and she's here to help us do the same.

We chat about:

• Why self-worth is the secret to earning more
• How to ditch your money baggage (thanks, childhood stories)
• What the freedom lifestyle really looks like (hint: it’s not just sunsets and laptops)
• The myth that you need buckets of money to live life on your terms
• Why hearing “no” is actually good for business (yes, really!)

This one’s part permission slip, part pep talk, and 100% fire.

Mind Blowing Moments

“You don’t need more money to find freedom. You need to make a decision.”

“If you were told you weren’t good at maths, you probably believe you’re not good with money — but the two aren’t the same.”

“Scarcity and abundance are just two ways of looking at the same situation. You get to choose.”

So if you're ready to feel empowered instead of anxious about money and build a business that gives more than it takes, this episode will change how you think, spend, and show up.

To find more of Aleksandra, head to LinkedIn, Instagram or search Alexsandra Kohut, Money Mentor.

https://www.instagram.com/aleksandra.kohut/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksandrakohut/

Join your host Siobhan Fox and Kate La Trobe - ADHD coach, neurodiversity consultant, fangirl of self-awareness, and all-around legend - to redefine success, learn how to parent neurodivergently - and have fun along the way!

This one’s for the neurodivergent souls, the non-linear thinkers, and the parents just trying to figure it out as they go. In this powerful and refreshingly honest conversation, I sit down with Kate Latrobe — ADHD coach, neurodiversity consultant, and former client turned forever friend — to talk about working with (not against) your brain, parenting with curiosity, and running a business without boxing yourself in.

We cover:

• What it means to build a business that actually works for your neurodivergent brain
• Why “niching down” might be the worst advice some of us can get
• Self-awareness as a tool (not a destination)
• Redefining success by your own metrics (hello, school gate drop-offs and cuddles from your cat)
• Burnout cycles and how to spot them before they hit like a freight train
• The power of being seen — and why neurodivergent people often go their whole lives without that feeling

Plus: we ask the real questions, like “What do you want to achieve in this season of your life?” and admit that sometimes January is just a no for us.

Magic Moments

“You’re going to have an ADHD brain for the rest of your life. Coaching won’t change that—but it can change how you live with it.”

“Am I having fun? That’s my number one metric. Everything else flows from there.”

“If I could wave a magic wand, I’d wave my job out of existence. I don’t want to have to teach people about neurodivergence—I want them to already get it.”

In short, this episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating neurodivergence, redefining what success looks like, or just trying to build a life and business that feels good, not just “productive.”

To find out more about Kate, visit www.katelatrobe.com

Resources mentioned in the episode include:

ADHD Works (link: adhdworks.me) and references to techniques implemented as part of their individual coaching style of both Siobhan, Kate and those of ADHD coach and advocate Leanne Maskell (link: leannemaskell.com)

What if your curiosity wasn’t a distraction? Welcome to the late-discovered club!

In this podcast episode, I’m joined by the one and only Lauren Dawson - an autistic ADHDer who has travelled an unconventional squiggly path from particle physics to ed-tech and now to neuroaffirming coaching.

Lauren’s story is one of reinvention, self-discovery, and giving yourself permission to be curious about who you really are beneath that mask.

We talk about:

- Why curiosity is a superpower for neurodivergent people (and how to reclaim it).

- How years of misdiagnosis led to chronic burnout and what changed when Lauren finally found the

right lens!

- The hidden cost of masking.

- Why societal “shoulds” are making so many of us unwell.

- What needs to change in workplaces (and society at large) to really support neurodivergent people

If you’ve ever felt like you’re almost getting it right but constantly burning out… this conversation might just be your penny-drop moment.

Find out more about Lauren here.

Resources mentioned in this episode include Neuroqueer Heresies by Dr. Nick Walker, NeuroTribes by Steve Silberman and But You Don’t Look Autistic At All by Bianca Toeps.

As an ADHD business owner, how can you be the best CEO, the best boss to yourself, the best employee AND still be a happy human?

All your questions asked and lots more in this episode, where I lay my soul bare as your ADHD business coach: What is ADHD business coaching? How does it work? What’s the point of it? When is the best time to do it? What does it look and feel like?

In this ep, I introduce you to my BIG PICTURE business framework - a recipe distilled down from my hundreds of hours coaching ADHD business owners, and of course, my own experience as a marketer of 20+ years and a business owner of 6 years. This is the definitive list of what you need to run a successful portfolio business (however you define success) with an ADHD brain and side order of caring responsibilities, chronic illness and/or mental health issues. The truth is: there’s no magic “one” way. Your recipe will be unique AND I guarantee there is one out there for you. Even better, I’ve made the definitive list of the ingredients you’re going to need to cook it up, which are:

• Bold vision

• Intuitive goals (more on this in ‘Episode 79 - How To Set Goals That Actually Stick’)

• Golden rules

• Permission slips

• Ick-free marketing strategy (more on this in ‘Episode 65 - Ick-Free ADHD-Friendly Marketing And Sales’)

• Crystal clear messaging (more on this in ‘Episode 33: But Do I Really Need A Niche In My Marketing?’)

• Time management & transition rituals

• Unique work/life blend

• Rock solid finances

• Exceptional self-care

This is a must-listen for ADHD business owners coming out of therapy, counselling or ADHD coaching, who are curious about what could be next for them and their business, with support from yours truly!

Find out more about Big Picture Business Coaching, book a curiosity call or download my free guide to turning ADHD on its head here: https://bigpicturebusinesscoach.com/

Or email me with your questions here: siobhan@revealmarketinguk.com