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EPISODE · Sep 6, 2026 · 39 MIN

Why Productivity Advice Doesn’t Work for ADHD with Ezra DeWolfe

from Habits of High Performers Podcast with James Laughlin · host James Laughlin

In this episode I sit down with Ezra DeWolfe, founder of ADHD Tools, to explore ADHD in high performers and why traditional productivity advice doesn’t always work.Ezra shares how ADHD can affect focus, time awareness, consistency and burnout, and why understanding how your brain works can help you perform at your best.What we cover:Why high performers can go years without recognising ADHDThe connection between ADHD and burnoutWhy traditional productivity advice can failTime blindness, task paralysis and hyperfocusHow to build consistency without relying on motivationThe connection between ADHD, dopamine and addictionHow ADHD can impact relationshipsWhether you have ADHD or simply want to understand it better, this conversation offers a practical perspective on working with your brain rather than against it.Learn more about ADHD Tools here - https://www.theadhdtools.comSeth Godin’s interview on the Faster Than Normal podcast - https://www.fasterthannormal.com/ftn-025-seth-godin-on-adhd-will-power-triggers-and-changing-your-life/Connect with Ezra on IG here - https://www.instagram.com/theadhdtools/?hl=enIf you’re interested in having me deliver a keynote or workshop for your team contact Caroline at [email protected]: https://www.jjlaughlin.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesLaughlinOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameslaughlinofficial/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/life-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WBElxcvhCHtJWBac3nOlF?si=hotcGzHVRACeAx4GvybVOQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslaughlincoaching/James Laughlin is a High Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Habits of High Performers Podcast and an Executive Coach to high performers and leaders. James is based in Christchurch, New Zealand.Send me a personal text message - If you're interested in booking me for a keynote or workshop, contact Caroline at [email protected] the show

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In this episode I sit down with Ezra DeWolfe, founder of ADHD Tools, to explore ADHD in high performers and why traditional productivity advice doesn’t always work. Ezra shares how ADHD can affect focus, time awareness, consistency and burnout, and why understanding how your brain works can help you perform at your best. What we cover: Why high performers can go years without recognising ADHDThe connection between ADHD and burnoutWhy traditional productivity advice can failTime blindnes...

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