Best Peter Shankman Podcasts (2025)

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Done With Fake Marketing: ADHD Entrepreneurs Need To Listen to Customers | Peter Shankman 20:05

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7d ago20:05

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™ sits down with marketing expert Peter Shankman, diving into what real marketing means for the ADHD Entrepreneur. This straight-talking episode explores why knowing your audience and listening are core, debunking the myth that automated tools like AI can replace true human connection. You'll hear how creating authentic,…

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The Inspire Greatness Podcast - Featuring Peter Shankman 27:01

18d ago27:01

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In this episode of Inspire Greatness, we welcome Peter Shankman—bestselling author, keynote speaker, and globally recognized expert in customer experience, neurodiversity, and high-performance leadership. Peter is the author of Faster Than Normal: Turbocharge Your Focus, Productivity, and Success with the Secrets of the ADHD Brain, and hosts the to…

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Cortisol, Dopamine & ADHD: Understanding Your Stress Cycle 28:36

7h ago28:36

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™ is joined by seasoned addiction counsellor Rand Teed to break down how stress uniquely impacts the ADHD Entrepreneur. If you've ever wondered why your ADHD brain seems to live in survival mode or why chronic stress pushes you toward burnout and overwhelm, this episode is for you. Together, André and Rand explore the sc…

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Authenticity, Vulnerability, and Consistency: Ingredients for Impactful Marketing 8:59

4d ago8:59

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, reflects on key marketing lessons for the ADHD Entrepreneur, inspired by a recent conversation with Peter Shankman. This quick episode tackles why marketing isn't about shouting louder—it's about truly listening to your audience. André shares insights into avoiding shallow, clickbait content, creating genuine value, a…

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Drained and Lost: ADHD Entrepreneurs Confuse Activity With Abilities 10:39

11d ago10:39

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, shares a raw reflection inspired by his recent conversation with Andrienne Duffy from Big Futures, Inc., diving into how ADHD Entrepreneurs can tap into their real strengths for more energy and clarity. In this episode, André reveals why your work is not your identity, the significance of aligning daily tasks with you…

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The Inspire Greatness Podcast - Featuring Roli Saxena 36:27

11d ago36:27

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In this episode of Inspire Greatness, we welcome Roli Saxena, CEO of NextRoll. With two decades of experience scaling technology companies, Roli has held leadership roles at Brex, LinkedIn, and Clever, and is widely recognized for her expertise in go-to-market strategy and operational leadership. She is also an active investor and advocate for dive…

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Episode 59: Season 1 reflection: the three themes you connected with most 13:25

13d ago13:25

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In this special Season 1 finale of Culture by Neurodesign, Dr Lisa Colledge reflects on a full year of episodes, and explores three themes that have resonated deeply with her listeners. Why neuro-inclusion is your performance infrastructure, not only an ethical add-on. How connecting diverse neurostyles strengthens both wellbeing and organizational…

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Tired of Hiding: ADHD Entrepreneurs Should Embrace Their Core Abilities 24:34

14d ago24:34

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with innovative leadership coach Adrienne Duffy to crack open the concept of "core abilities" for the ADHD Entrepreneur. If you've ever felt drained or limited, this episode will help you spot the activities that truly energize you and those that hold you back. André and Adrienne reveal how self-awareness, a…

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Burned Out and Stuck: ADHD Entrepreneurs Can Build Inhibition Skills 10:43

18d ago10:43

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, takes a practical look at inhibition and impulsivity in the ADHD Entrepreneur's daily life, reflecting on his discussion with Dr. Russell Ramsay. Ever wondered why hitting pause before reacting feels tough? It's not a flaw—it's just how your brain works. André shares real strategies that help tackle quick reactions, i…

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Episode 58: Freedom within a framework: how autism-inspired design builds neuro-inclusive culture 10:53

20d ago10:53

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I shared my experience of flying from Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport with my autistic son, Chris, two weeks ago, and how thoughtful, human-centered design transformed an overwhelmingly a stressful journey into one that was manageable. The response online was overwhelming. So in a short follow-up series, I’m exploring the key themes that emerged from …

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It's Not Willpower: ADHD Entrepreneur Impulsivity Is How Your Brain Works | Dr. J. Russell Ramsay 31:43

21d ago31:43

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Dr. J. Russell Ramsay, psychologist and ADHD expert, to get real about impulsivity, inhibition, and emotional regulation in the ADHD Entrepreneur's brain. Forget the usual oversimplified definitions—this episode breaks down why ADHD impulsiveness isn't just about blurting things out or acting quickly. D…

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Out of Fuel Again: ADHD Entrepreneurs Can't Run on Empty 10:09

25d ago10:09

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, pulls back the curtain on how ADHD brains handle energy and why we so often get stuck in negative thought loops. Inspired by a chat with Jamie Blume about the "brain body budget," this episode is a straight-up reflection on why our brains default to old stories, why emotions get intense when we're running on empty, an…

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The Inspire Greatness Podcast - Featuring Michael Johnson 34:37

25d ago34:37

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In this episode of Inspire Greatness, we welcome Michael Johnson—CEO of Metrc, a national leader in regulatory track-and-trace systems for highly regulated industries. With a background in scaling high-growth tech companies and transforming enterprise operations, Michael has led Metrc through rapid expansion, now serving over 500,000 users across 3…

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Episode 57: Progress over perfection airports show us the way from autism to neuro-inclusive culture 11:50

27d ago11:50

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Last week, I shared my experience of flying from Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport with my autistic son, Chris. I was blown away by how thoughtful, human design made a stressful situation manageable, and by the incredible response to that story online. Comments have poured in, and some interesting themes emerged about what what resonated when we think a…

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Drowning in Self-Doubt: ADHD Entrepreneurs Deserve Better Than Old Scripts 32:09

28d ago32:09

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, connects with ADHD and life coach Jamie Blume to tackle a question many ADHD Entrepreneurs ask themselves: why doesn't the brain realize we're truly safe and let go of old protective patterns? They unpack how our brains act as survival prediction machines, why the ADHD brain defaults to negative thinking, and what hap…

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Overwhelmed for No Damn Reason: ADHD Entrepreneurs, You're Not Broken 9:37

1M ago9:37

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, reflects on his conversation with fellow Entrepreneur Cassandra Marari during Women in ADHD Month to explore what overwhelm truly means for ADHD brains. Is it just too much on your plate—or is it how your unique wiring handles it? Cassandra shared how recognizing the snowball effect, prioritizing tasks, and building s…

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The Inspire Greatness Podcast - Featuring Tammy H. Nam 33:04

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In this episode of Inspire Greatness, we welcome Tammy H. Nam—CEO of The Brief, the AI agency for marketers helping brands like NASCAR, AstraZeneca, and Nestlé run smarter campaigns from start to finish. Tammy has scaled and exited multiple global tech startups, including Picsart and Viki, and led marketing teams at Scribd, Slide, and Akamai. As an…

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Words Don't Have Power (3) – Paul D. Lowe & Aimee Mosco 32:56

1M ago32:56

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On this episode of the SoulScape Celebrations podcast, host Paul D. Lowe Life Architect & Storyteller – talks once more to Aimee Mosco on the subject of words having no energy or power; they continue down the alphabet, dissecting a word for each letter and seeing what each means to them. KEY TAKEAWAYS Some of the perceived atrocities taking place i…

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Episode 56: Trust over control: autism and universal design at Schiphol airport 10:36

1M ago10:36

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What happens when inclusion runs on trust instead of control? In this episode, I explore what flying from Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport with my autistic son revealed about how trust, flexibility, and how universal design can turn inclusion from a set of exceptions into a reliable system. • My FIT cultural model that turns inclusion from a reaction i…

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Busy Isn't a Badge: Women ADHD Entrepreneurs, Quit the Burnout Chase 31:22

1M ago31:22

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Cassandra Morari, COO of The Rack, to explore what ADHD really looks like for women Entrepreneurs. Cassandra shares her journey to diagnosis, the difference between daily mental load and the fast-paced ADHD brain, and why it's okay to stop trying to do it all. Together, they tackle societal expectations…

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Out of Touch and Breaking Down: ADHD Entrepreneurs Ignore Their Bodies 8:48

1M ago8:48

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, digs into a powerful concept from his recent talk with Raquel Devillé—how ADHD Entrepreneurs can feel disconnected from their bodies without even realizing it. He shares his own experience with ignoring pain, stress and fatigue—turns out, it wasn't willpower, but a brain-body disconnect many neurodivergent folks face.…

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Matt Canning Creator of Your Chaos Management App: NoPlex 23:01

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Today we welcome Matt Canning! A Philadelphia-based technologist, entrepreneur, ex-Fortune 50 executive, and author who founded NoPlex, which empowers individuals struggling with ADHD and anxiety to thrive in a neurotypical world. Matt has a 12-year-old daughter who struggles with ADHD, and her challenges (and the clear gaps in everyday tools for p…

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Episode 55: Energy by design: how teams can rethink burnout and focus in the age of distraction - with Rich Ellis 35:06

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Your team’s energy isn’t infinite, but you can design it to go where it counts most. In this episode, Dr Lisa Colledge talks with Rich Ellis, a health and energy coach who helps individuals and teams protect and sustain their energy before burnout hits. 💡 You’ll hear: • Subtle signals of energy mismanagement you can spot early on. • Energy myth: th…

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Pushed Past the Limit: Women ADHD Entrepreneurs Crash Without Warning 24:39

1M ago24:39

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Belgian therapist Raquel Devillé to break down the reality behind hormone cycles, ADHD, and why it's "not your period." Raquel explores how ADHD symptoms in women shift with estrogen levels, stress, and perimenopause—plus why so many neurodivergent Entrepreneurs feel disconnected from their bodies. The …

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The Inspire Greatness Podcast - Featuring Travis McAshan 32:48

2M ago32:48

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In this episode of Inspire Greatness, we welcome Travis McAshan—Founder and CEO of GLIDE, an award-winning digital creative agency based in Austin, Texas. With nearly two decades of experience, Travis has led GLIDE to complete over 850 projects across seven countries, earning national recognition for its purpose-driven approach to design. His leade…

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Fed Up and Overlooked: Women ADHD Entrepreneurs Deserve Real Answers 8:57

2M ago8:57

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, takes a personal look at how ADHD shows up differently in women—especially when it comes to hormones and life stages. This reflection is sparked by his eye-opening conversation with Dr. Annick Vincent, a Canadian ADHD expert, on the unique challenges women face. André dives into why many women aren't recognized or dia…

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Running Through Ultra-Endurance Challenges: CEO | Entrepreneur | ADHD Advocate Simon Blair of 'Beyond Limits' 25:36

2M ago25:36

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Our guest today, Simon Blair, is an ultra-endurance athlete and entrepreneur; who is also the founder of the successful London-based property company SHB He is a husband, and father of three. Diagnosed with ADHD later in life, Simon has turned his diagnosis into a source of strength, using ultra-endurance sport as a tool for personal growth and men…

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Episode 54: The ADHD advantage in entrepreneurship, with Peter Shankman 24:55

2M ago24:55

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The ADHD brain isn’t broken - it’s built for action. In this fast-moving, funny, and deeply personal conversation, Peter Shankman - five-time entrepreneur, author, and ADHD advocate - shares the life rules and habits that helped him turn distraction into drive. 🔹 Why 3:30 a.m. workouts keep him focused and calm. 🔹 How ADHD shapes his creativity, ri…

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Your Brain Is Maxed Out: Women ADHD Entrepreneurs Can't Pretend Forever 25:20

2M ago25:20

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with internationally renowned psychiatrist Dr. Annick Vincent to tackle a concept every ADHD Entrepreneur needs to hear: your brain needs to be available. This episode strips down what's truly taking up space in your working memory, how daily burdens (both internal and external) drain your focus, and why per…

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Demoralized, Not Depressed: The Truth Behind Women ADHD Entrepreneur Burnout 10:25

2M ago10:25

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This week, André, The Impulsive Thinker™, reflects on a powerful conversation with Dr. Bill Dodson about how ADHD presents differently in women and why many women and girls still fly under the radar. André explores why these Entrepreneurs often mask their struggles, why terms like "demoralization" matter, and how societal expectations shape their e…

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The Inspire Greatness Podcast - Featuring Anh-Tho Chuong 30:40

2M ago30:40

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In this episode of Inspire Greatness, we welcome Anh-Tho Chuong—CEO and Co-Founder of Lago, an open-source billing platform trusted by leading AI companies like Groq, Together AI, and Mistral AI. Anh-Tho has raised $22 million from top-tier investors including FirstMark, SignalFire, and Y Combinator, and is a passionate advocate for extensibility i…

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Unlocking Cosmic Confidence: Divergent By Design's Praxie Osong on ADHD and Astrology 17:07

2M ago17:07

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Our guest today, Praxie Osong is the founder of Divergent by Design Co, where she offers neurodivergent-affirming natal chart readings for late-diagnosed ADHD and autistic adults. With astrology as her lifelong passion and a lived experience of neurodivergence, Praxie's approach centers on self-acceptance, strengths, and "cosmic confidence," helpin…

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Episode 53: From defensive to Neuro-Inspired: how the best teams thrive in volatile times 12:27

2M ago12:27

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By Dr Lisa Colledge

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Exhausted by Expectations: Women ADHD Entrepreneurs Aren't Broken, Just Misunderstood | Dr. William Dodson 26:45

2M ago26:45

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with renowned adult psychiatrist Dr. William Dodson to dig deep into how ADHD shows up differently in women—and why so many go undiagnosed for years. This episode cuts through the myths. Dr. Dodson talks masking, quiet ADHD, and why misdiagnosis or self-diagnosis is still so common for women Entrepreneurs. T…

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The Inspire Greatness Podcast - Featuring Jeff Oak 27:52

2M ago27:52

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In this episode of Inspire Greatness, we welcome Jeff Oak—Chair at Vistage, the world’s largest CEO coaching and peer advisory organization for small and midsize businesses. Jeff’s leadership journey spans decades of executive experience, including guiding a medical facility honored among the world’s most ethical companies and overseeing large, dis…

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Season 5 Starts Now: ADHD Entrepreneurs, Get Ready for What's Next 8:03

2M ago8:03

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, kicks off season five with a personal reflection and an inside look at what's coming for ADHD Entrepreneurs. After nearly 8,000 minutes and over 400 episodes, André shares real lessons from past seasons, his own mental health growth, and the drive to go even deeper with themed miniseries—like exploring women and ADHD …

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Why Food Won't Hurt You with Dietitian Nicole Groman 25:36

2M ago25:36

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Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become milliona…

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Episode 52: Your emails aren’t enough: lessons from neurodiversity and universal design 9:10

2M ago9:10

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Leaders often assume communication is clear, but sticking rigidly to your preferred style quietly drains energy and reduces impact. In this episode, I share stories from my own career that reveal how easy it is to leave performance on the table, and how simple shifts reclaim lost impact. You’ll hear: • The hidden costs of sticking to “your” style o…

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Can't Turn It Off!: ADHD Entrepreneur Minds Never Rest 31:23

2M ago31:23

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Cassandra Morari, COO of The Rack Ltd., to dig into how ADHD is an edge, not a setback, for growth-minded Entrepreneurs. From her late ADHD diagnosis to working side-by-side with her dad in a thriving Saskatchewan ag business, Cassandra opens up about the realities of non-stop mental energy, the challen…

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Guilty for Pausing: ADHD Entrepreneurs Can't Keep Sacrificing Themselves 11:07

2M ago11:07

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, takes a real look at what it means to truly disconnect from your business and reconnect with yourself. In this short episode, André reflects on stepping away for a month, rediscovering his genuine self, and breaking free from people pleasing and perfection. He discusses how setting boundaries isn't selfish—it's needed…

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The Inspire Greatness Podcast - Featuring Katie Roland 37:29

2M ago37:29

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In this episode of Inspire Greatness, we welcome Katie Roland—Chief Human Resources Officer at KCSA Strategic Communications. With over a decade of experience transforming HR departments into executive-level partners, Katie brings a deep understanding of how to align company goals with employee needs to drive long-term success. Her work spans indus…

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Words Do Not Have Power (2) – Paul D. Lowe & Aimee Mosco 28:27

2M ago28:27

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On this episode of the SoulScape podcast, host – Paul D. Lowe, the Soulful Change Strategist – talks once more to Aimee Mosco on the subject of words having no energy or power; this time they start down the alphabet dissecting a word for each letter and seeing what each means to them. KEY TAKEAWAYS Some of the perceived atrocities taking place in t…

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Episode 51: Autism-inspired communication: fixing hidden energy leaks at work 13:32

2M ago13:32

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In this episode, I share two simple tips inspired by how my autistic son learns best, and show how we can apply this approach to unlock hidden impact in the workplace. You’ll hear: • Why “implicit” signals and fake questions drain energy. • How to flip invisible energy leaks into focus and measurable impact. • Real-world stories from parenting, cor…

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Stop Pretending You're Fine: ADHD Entrepreneurs Need Real Rest 33:41

2M ago33:41

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, welcomes back wealth advisor Fred Feistmann for a raw, honest conversation about taking real breaks and setting boundaries as an ADHD Entrepreneur. Three years after their first chat about time off, André shares how a month-long pause—after exhaustion and business changes—reset his focus, improved family connections, …

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The Inspire Greatness Podcast - Featuring Bianca D'Alessio 30:48

2M ago30:48

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In this episode of Inspire Greatness, we welcome Bianca D’Alessio—renowned real estate leader, keynote speaker, and bestselling author of Mastering Intentions: 10 Practices to Amplify Power and Lead with Lasting Impact. Bianca is the Founder and CEO of The Masters Division at Nest Seekers International and the #1 real estate broker in both New York…

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Drowning in Chaos: ADHD Entrepreneurs Deserve Real Rest 9:34

2M ago9:34

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, reflects on a powerful chat with Madeline Anderson about ADHD brains, overstimulation, and the challenge of finding real calm. This short episode is all about why nature matters for the growth mindset ADHD Entrepreneur—how heading outdoors, unplugging from tech, and moving your body can actually slow the mental chaos …

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Comedy as a Coping Mechanism for Life With Comedian Clifford Myers 18:10

3M ago18:10

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Our guest today, Clifford Myers is a 16-year stand-up comedy veteran, Founder of The Other Comedy Company, and President of The Canadian Association of Stand-up, Sketch and Improv Comedians (CASC).Clifford uses his unique position at the intersection of comedy, education and advocacy to speak on ADHD, humor and creativity as complex human traits, t…

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Episode 50: The new leadership playbook: award-winning universal design for ADHD, dyslexia, and autism 19:17

3M ago19:17

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🎉 Episode 50 special! I’ve just been named Leadership Consultant of the Year by Corporate LiveWire - and I’m sharing the award-winning innovations that underpin the new leadership playbook. 👉 In this episode: • Why we’re all “high performers” - when enabled. • How autism, dyslexia and ADHD power universal design for teams. • Why designing for neuro…

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ADHD Entrepreneurs: Stop Pretending You Can "Just Relax" 27:16

3M ago27:16

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, sits down with Madeline Anderson—author, founder of the Girl Dad Network, and passionate advocate for father-daughter relationships—to dig into how nature and quiet help settle the ever-active ADHD brain. They share honest stories of finding brief moments of mental quiet, whether underwater or deep in the mountains, a…

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Your Working Memory Sucks: ADHD Entrepreneurs Deserve Better Systems 10:12

3M ago10:12

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André, The Impulsive Thinker™, takes a look at the real burden many ADHD Entrepreneurs carry—mental overload. This short reflection, inspired by a conversation with Dr. Annick Vincent, digs into why that "full brain" feeling isn't laziness, but a sign you're maxed out. André shares real talk about working memory, energy management, and those invisi…