Reimagining Productivity with ADHD

Lack of ability is rarely the reason ADHD adults struggle at work. The underlying reasons are more complex and might surprise you. The post Why ADHD Adults Struggle at Work (It’s Not What You Think) appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Struggling to plan? Learn this step-by-step weekly practice you can use that will help you be more proactive and productive. The post The Weekly Practice You Need to Be Proactive with ADHD appeared first on Marla Cummins.

For ADHD adults, following through can be a struggle. Discover when it makes sense not to follow through and what you can do instead. The post When Following Through Doesn’t Make Sense for ADHD Adults appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Ready to stop overcommitting? Learn why ADHD adults may say yes too quickly and how to be more intentional with your time and energy. The post ADHD and Overcommitting: How to Decide What Matters appeared first on Marla Cummins.

One-on-one conversations can feel intense with ADHD. Learn how to prepare, stay focused, and handle feedback with confidence. The post Part 3: One-on-One Conversations Made Easier with ADHD appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Frustration can escalate quickly for ADHD adults. Discover how to manage it so you can avoid responses you later regret. The post Understanding and Managing Frustration With ADHD appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Tired of getting distracted when you need to get work done? Learn ADHD strategies to stay on task more often and refocus fast. The post How to Stop Getting Distracted With ADHD appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Group conversations can be especially hard with ADHD. Learn strategies to help you stay oriented and participate in real time. The post Part 2: How ADHD Adults Can Have Better Group Conversations appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Real-time conversations can be challenging for ADHD adults, no doubt. For you, too? Discover how that can be related to your ADHD symptoms. The post Part 1: Why Conversations Are Hard For ADHD Adults appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Recently diagnosed with ADHD as an adult? Learn what to do next, including how to learn the skills, and find the support you need. The post Newly Diagnosed With Adult ADHD? Here’s What’s Next. appeared first on Marla Cummins.

What if everything you think you know about self-esteem is wrong? Learn what ADHD adults need to grow confidence and thrive. The post What ADHD Adults Need to Build Self-Esteem appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Learn how ADHD adults can move beyond urgency and build steady motivation through planning, focus, and small steps. The post How ADHD Adults Can Create Motivation Without Urgency appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Do your emotions overwhelm you? Discover the strategies, habits, and resources you can use to manage ADHD emotional dysregulation. The post How ADHD Adults Manage Emotional Dysregulation appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Willpower isn’t the fix for ADHD. Discover the better alternatives — people, tools, and systems — to make follow-through easier. The post ADHD and Willpower: Here Is the Better Alternative appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Discover how ADHD symptoms show up in high-functioning adults, and why success on the outside can mask daily struggles. The post How Do ADHD Symptoms Present in High-Functioning Adults? appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Learn why setting boundaries can be so hard. And how to set them with greater ease so you can focus on what matters. The post What to Say When Setting Boundaries with ADHD appeared first on Marla Cummins.

What if accountability could actually help you follow through without shame or overwhelm? Here’s how. The post ADHD Accountability: How to Make It Work for You appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Discover the 4 types of mistakes ADHD adults make, how to prevent them and recover the inevitable ones without shame.

What if trying to be consistent in everything is actually sabotaging your productivity? Here's what works better. The post How You Can Maintain Consistency With ADHD appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Episode Summary If using a calendar feels more frustrating than helpful with ADHD, this episode is for you. You’ll learn practical strategies to make your calendar support your energy, priorities, and follow-through. From weekly reviews to color coding, you’ll get doable ideas you can test without overhauling your whole life. What You’ll Learn About Using A Calendar With ADHD Transcript: ADHD Calendar Strategies  (00:00): Are you looking for strategies so you can actually use your calendar effectively? If you are, you’re in the right place. This is part two of a two-part series on ADHD and calendars. And if you haven’t listened to part one yet, that episode dives into the emotional and practical challenges of using calendars with ADHD. But what you’ll hear today... The post Calendar Strategies That Reduce ADHD Overwhelm appeared first on Marla Cummins.

If your calendar isn’t helping you, you’re not the problem. Learn why ADHD makes calendar systems hard to trust, use, or even want to look at.

Tired of scrambling each morning? Discover proven strategies ADHD adults use to arrive at work on time, stress-free, and ready for the day!

How to get ADHD support at work, whether or not you disclose, with insights from a neurodivergent HR expert and former Amazon HR leader.

Episode Summary If you’ve ever wondered whether ADHD coaching, therapy, or both would be most helpful, this episode will help you sort through the differences. I explore what each approach offers, how they can complement each other, and what questions to ask when choosing the support that fits best. It’s a practical guide for understanding your options and making an informed decision. What You’ll Learn About Choosing ADHD Support: Transcript: Therapy vs ADHD Coaching Therapy vs ADHD Coaching (00:03): Are you trying to figure out whether therapy A DHD, coaching or both is right for you? So are a lot of other adults with ADHD, you’re listening to Scattered Focused, done re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, A podcast for ADHD, adults like you who want to get... The post How Do I Know if I Need a Therapist or an ADHD Coach? appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Episode Summary Feel organized on the outside but chaotic behind the scenes? In this episode, I’ll unpack four hidden ADHD trouble spots — like email overload, scattered to-do lists, and time blindness — that quietly fuel disorganization. You’ll explore simple, ADHD-friendly strategies for managing your time, memory, mood, and tasks, so you can stop spinning and feel more in control. What You’ll Learn About Fixing Hidden ADHD Chaos: Transcript: More Strategies for ADHD Disorganization Why does life feel chaotic even when things look fine? [00:03] Ever feel like you’ve built an outer life that seems okay—you’re getting things done, showing up for others, making it all work—but behind the scenes, maybe it’s held together with sticky notes, half-finished lists, and sheer willpower? If that sounds... The post Still Disorganized With ADHD? Four Ways to Get On Track appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Episode Summary You’re capable, competent — maybe even the go-to person at work. But behind the scenes? Emails pile up, tasks slip through the cracks, and it’s hard to keep up. In this episode, I’ll share why this disconnect happens with ADHD — and how you can start building real support systems that match your strengths. What You’ll Learn About ADHD and Disorganization Transcript: ADHD and Disorganization The Hidden Chaos Behind High-Functioning ADHD [00:06]Ever feel like you’ve got it all together well on paper, but secretly your inbox is overflowing, your desk is a mess, and you’re behind on a dozen small but important things? You’re not alone. You’ve tuned into Scattered, Focused, Done – Reimagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD adults, like... The post Why Do I Seem Put Together But Feel Totally Disorganized With ADHD? appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Here are ADHD friendly steps you can use to make decisions about how to use your time. KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: Blog Post: TRANSCRIPT: (00:01): Are you using your time the way that is the most important to you? You’ve tuned into Scattered Focused, done Re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, A podcast for ADHD, adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to be able to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins, and I’m glad you decided to join me today on this journey to re-imagining productivity with ADHD, so you can get what is important to you done without trying to do it... The post How to Make Decisions About How to Use Your Time appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Learn what it means to be a perfectionist and how you can reduce your ADHD perfectionist tendencies as an adult with ADHD TRANSCRIPT: (00:02): Is perfectionism getting in your way? You’ve tuned into Scattered Focus, done re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD, adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to be able to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins, and I’m glad you decided to join me today on this journey to reimagining productivity with ADHD so you can get what is important to you done without trying to do it like everyone else. (00:40): A perfectionist is someone... The post How to Break Free of Perfectionism So You Can Be Productive appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Learn why it is hard for adults with ADHD to start on tasks and how it can be easier using these strategies. TRANSCRIPT: (00:01): Getting started can often be hard for adults with ADHD. It can be easier. You’ve tuned into scattered Focused, done re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, A podcast for ADHD, adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to be able to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins and I’m glad you decided to join me today on this journey to reimagining productivity with ADHD so you can get your important work done without trying to do it like everyone... The post How to Make Getting Started Easier appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Learn how to mitigate your time management challenges. RESOURCES: Website: TRANSCRIPT: Time management is often a difficult skill for adults with ADHD, but you can change that. (00:07): You’ve tuned into Scattered Focused, Done – Remagining productivity with A DHD, a podcast for ADHD, adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to be able to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins and I’m glad you decided to join me today on this journey to reimagining productivity with ADHD. So you can get what is important to you done without trying to do it like everybody else. (00:41): I know you’ve likely... The post How To Fix Time Management Challenges appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: You will learn how to stop, start and task switch with greater ease. RESOURCES: Blog Post: TRANSCRIPT: (00:01): Do you have a hard time moving from one task or activity to another? You can change that. You’ve tuned into scattered focused, done Re-Imagining Productivity with A DHD, A podcast for A DHD, adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins, and I’m glad you’re joining me today on this journey to reimagining productivity with A DHD, so you can get what is important to you. Done without trying to do it like everyone else. Transitions... The post You Can Transition Easier With These Steps appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Learn strategies to stop wasting time. RESOURCES: Blog: TRANSCRIPT: (00:00): Are you ready to stop wasting time? You’ve tuned into Scattered Focused Done Re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, A podcast for ADHD adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins and I’m glad you’re joining me today on this journey to re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, so you can get what is important to you done without trying to do it like everyone else. Once you’ve decided what’s essential to you and you have a task list that reflects this, it’s time to execute. And to do... The post Stop Wasting Time With ADHD appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Because your goal is not just to get to the finish line, get stuff done. But you also want to feel less stress and overwhelm along the way, right? And, without self-compassion, your experience in getting to the finish line will likely continue to be full of stress and overwhelm. KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: Book: Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself TRANSCRIPT: (00:02): If you want to be productive, being self-compassion is a key step. You’ve turned into Scattered, Focused, Done, Re-imagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD, adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to be able to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way... The post Self-Compassion, Productivity and ADHD appeared first on Marla Cummins.

Transcript (00:00): Find it hard to prioritize when everything seems important, but there’s only one of you and just not enough time. You’ve tuned into Scattered Focused, done Re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, A podcast for ADHD adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins and I’m glad you’re joining me today on this journey to re-Imagining Productivity with A DHD, so you can get what is important to you done without trying to do it like everyone else. So you wonder what you should be working on and also why is it so hard for you... The post How To Prioritize With ADHD appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: The first step is acknowledging what stage of change you are in as this clarity will help you decide what you need to do, or in some cases, what you don’t need to do. Carlo DiClemente and J. O. Prochaska, six stages of change model is the perfect tool to gain clarity on your readiness to make a change. KEY TAKEAWAYS: TRANSCRIPT: (00:01): How do you know when you’re ready to make changes? You’ve tuned into Scattered Focused, Done Re-imagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD, adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins,... The post Making Changes With ADHD appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Self-esteem is key to succeeding with ADHD. Follow these steps to improve your self esteem and self-confidence. KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: Blog: ADHD and Time, 4 Steps to Getting Places on Time Books: TRANSCRIPT: (00:01): Self-esteem is key to succeeding with ADHD. You’ve tuned into scattered focused, done re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, A podcast for ADHD adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins and I’m glad you’re joining me today on this journey to reimagining productivity with ADHD. So you can get what is important to you done without trying to do it like everyone... The post How to Build Self-Esteem and Confidence with ADHD appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Starting and executing is hard for ADHD Adults. Here are 8 strategies to make it easier. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Answers to these question can help you execute better: RESOURCES: Blog Posts TRANSCRIPT: (00:01): Executing can be easier even when you have ADHD. You’ve tuned into Scattered, Focused, Done – Reimagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD, adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins, and I’m glad you’re joining me today on this journey to reimagining productivity with ADHD. So you can get what is important to you done without trying to do it like... The post 8 Strategies For Better Execution With ADHD appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Rumination can take a lot of time and energy unless you know how to counter it. Here are some strategies to help you manage it. KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: Book: Writing to Heal by James Pennebaker TRANSCRIPT: (00:07): You’ve tuned into Scattered Focused, Done Re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD, adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins, and I’m glad you’re joining me today on this journey to re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, so you can get what is important to you done without trying to do it like everyone else. (00:39): Rumination goes... The post How To Manange Rumination With ADHD appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: The self-talk you use affects your thoughts and feelings and can guide your actions. The question is, is it positive or negative? KEY TAKEAWAYS: TRANSCRIPT: (00:01): The self-talk you use affects your thoughts and feelings and can guide your actions. The question is, is it positive or negative? You’ve turned into Scattered, Focused, Done – Re-imagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD, adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to be able to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins and I’m glad you decided to join me today on this journey to reimagining productivity with ADHD. So you can get... The post How To Use Self-Talk To Reach Your Goals appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Sleep is important to your health and can affect your ADHD symptoms. Learn how to sleep better with these tips. KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: Website: Sleep Foundation Sleep App: Sleep Cycle Sleep Data Collection: TRANSCRIPT: (00:00): Are you getting enough sleep? If not, this lack of sleep may be making your ADHD symptoms worse, but you can change that. You’ve tuned into scattered Focused Done Re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD, adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins and I’m glad you’re joining me today on this journey to re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD.... The post Managing Sleep With ADHD appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Too much worry comes at a cost. Here are the techniques you can use to put your worry to work so you can manage it. KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: TRANSCRIPT: (00:00): Do you ever feel like your worry takes over sometimes and maybe you even hyperfocus on it. But you’d really like to stop? You’ve tuned into Scattered Focused, Done Re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins, and I’m glad you’re joining me today on this journey to re-imagining Productivity with ADHD, so you can get what... The post Tips For Managing Worry and ADHD appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Learn how to be more strategic about how you prioritize your task and then execute so you can do what’s most important to you. KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: TRANSCRIPT: (00:01): If you struggle to decide which tasks to do and in which order, you may end up doing either whatever feels most urgent or perhaps is the easiest or maybe the most interesting. There’s a better way to choose. You’ve tuned into Scattereded, Focused, Done – Reimagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins and I’m glad you’re... The post Time Management That Works For ADHD Adults appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Tired of your ADHD distractibility getting in your way? You can turn that around now using these tips. So you can focus on what’s important to you. KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: TRANSCRIPT: (00:00): Do you feel because of your ADHD, you are constantly doing battle with managing distractions to not only get what’s important to you done but to be who you want to be and who you envision. Ready to see how to turn this around? You’ve tuned into Scattered Focused, Done Re-Imagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD, adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired.... The post How ADHD Adults Can Manage Distractions and Focus Better appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Determining whether your job or career is a good fit entails answering to 5 questions, including whether you’re in the right environment. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Resource: Book: Finding a Career That Works for You: A Step-by-Step Guide to Choosing a Career by Willma Fellman TRANSCRIPT: (00:00): So you’re wondering, are there jobs that are better suited for adults with ADHD than others? Let’s find out. (00:06): You’ve tuned into Scattered Focus, Done – Reimagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD, adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins, and I’m glad you’re joining me today on... The post Do You Know What Jobs Are The Best Fit for ADHD Adults? appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Learn which tools are the most effective in helping you stay organized, manage your time, achieve your goals and work with your ADHD. Also, find out how your ADHD challenges might get in the way of using the tools. So you can address them as they come up. KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: Articles: ADHD Adults Who Want to Be Productive and Not Stressed Use These Calendar Tips How Mindfullness Can Help You Manage Your ADHD Tools Task Managers: Timers and Time Trackers Document Storage: Habits: Website Blockers Meditation/Mindfulness: Password Manager: TRANSCRIPT: (00:01): Finding the right tools to be productive and manage your ADHD doesn’t need to be so hard If you know what tools you need and you also know what ADHD challenges might get... The post The 10 Tools Every ADHD Adult Needs to Be Successful. appeared first on Marla Cummins.

RESOURCES: Websites: American With Disabilities Act Job Accommodation Network Transcript (00:00): Are you wondering whether you should disclose that you have ADHD at work? Whether you’re an employee wondering whether to disclose to your boss or a boss wondering whether to disclose to your employees, there are steps you can take to figure this out. (00:15): You’ve tuned into Scattered Focused, Done Reimagining Productivity with ADHD podcast for ADHD adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done in a way that works with the way your brain is wired. I’m Marla Cummins, and I’m glad you’re joining me today on this journey to reimagining productivity with ADHD so you can get... The post ADHD Disclosure in the Workplace: To Share or Not to Share? appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Adults with ADHD often have underdeveloped self-talk skills to guide their actions in positive ways. At the same time, unfortunately, they often have an abundance of negative self-talk, which can get in the way of doing what they want and being who they want. The antidote to this is to be aware of this negative self-talk and reframe it into more useful and positive self-talk for you. KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: Articles: TRANSCRIPT: (00:00): We all have an inner voice self-talk. You know the running commentary you have going on in your head throughout the day. The question is, is your self-talk helping you or getting in your way? (00:12): You’ve tuned into Scattered, Focused, Done – Reimagining Productivity with ADHD a podcast for ADHD... The post Beat Procrastination When You Change These 5 Types of Self-Talk appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Inconsistency is one of the hallmarks of ADHD. And one of the places where this is glaringly true is motivation. Unfortunately, you may be using strategies to motivate yourself that don’t serve you well in the long run. To turn this around, check out the four strategies you can use that can help give you the motivation you need more often. KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: TRANSCRIPT: (00:01): As an adult with ADHD, I know there are times when you just can’t motivate yourself to do something you need to and even really want to do because it’s important to you. Especially, of course, when it’s not intrinsically interesting to you. And then you may immediately jump to all sorts of conclusions as to why this... The post Do You Know the 4 Steps That Are the Key to Unlocking ADHD Motivation? appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: Since ADHD is a challenge of performance, not knowledge, you may need the help of a therapist and/or ADHD coach to make improvements in your life. KEY TAKEAWAYS: RESOURCES: Website: ACO Directory of ADHD Coaches Articles: TRANSCRIPT: 00:00: Deciding whether to work with a therapist and/or an ADHD coach can be complicated. I know. The key to an easier decision making process is knowing your needs. And how each type of professional might be able to help you. 00:17: You’ve tuned into Scattered, Done, Reimagining Productivity with ADHD, a podcast for ADHD adults like you who want to learn how to adopt the best strategies, tools, and skills to get your essential work done. In a way that works with the way your brain... The post Which Support Do You Need Right Now, a Therapist or an ADHD Coach? appeared first on Marla Cummins.

DESCRIPTION: You probably have more on your plate right now than you can do by yourself. And, though you may know that delegating can help you manage your workload, you may not delegate as much as you’d like right now. Learn about your challenges, including those related to your ADHD, and how you can address them. So you can start delegating better. KEY TAKEAWAYS: TRANSCRIPT: (00:01): Like many ADHD adults, you may not delegate as much as you would like right now. There are likely a few reasons for this, some of which, of course, may be related to your ADHD challenges. But, if you want to turn this around, you can. Ready to see how? (00:18): You’ve tuned into Scattered Focused, Done – Reimagining... The post ADHD Adults Who Want Less Overwhelm Need These 5 Delegation Tips appeared first on Marla Cummins.