In this bite-size episode of Smart ADHD, we distil the key takeaways from episode 28 with Jonathan Hassall, an ADHD and executive function coach. Jonathan shares powerful strategies to help individuals with ADHD overcome procrastination, understand the illusion of motivation, and implement practical systems to get tasks done.

In this episode, we cover four essential topics: recognizing and managing procrastination, breaking free from reactive motivation patterns, using organic calendaring to manage time and energy, and applying the CIMAA model to complete tasks reliably.

Jonathan’s insights provide practical, actionable advice to help ADHDers break the procrastination cycle, create proactive motivation strategies, and enhance productivity.

🎬 In this episode:

00:00 Introduction to Smart ADHD Bite Size

00:19 Number 1: Understanding Procrastination

01:53 Number 2: The Illusion of Motivation

03:36 Number 3: Organic Calendaring for Time and Energy

04:52 Number 4: The CIMAA Model to Get Stuff Done

06:01 Final Thoughts

🕺 More about Jonathan Hassall

Jonathan Hassall is an ADHD and executive function coach, speaker, and author. Based in Brisbane, Australia, Jonathan works with clients worldwide to help them develop practical strategies to navigate life with ADHD. He co-authored Decoding Doing: ADHD Solutions for Procrastination with Madeleine O’Reilly and specializes in turning complex ADHD challenges into achievable steps for success.

🤗 Connect with Jonathan Hassall:

Website: https://connectadhd.com

🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast

The Smart ADHD Podcast is dedicated to creatives, entrepreneurs, and business owners navigating life with ADHD. We celebrate unique minds, exploring strategies to improve focus, unleash creativity, and live a balanced, fulfilling life. Join us as we tackle both the challenges and the positives of living with ADHD.

🔗 Learn more at: Smart ADHD Podcast

🕺 More about Ian Anderson Gray

Ian Anderson Gray is the founder of the Confident Live Marketing Academy and host of the Confident Live Marketing Podcast. With a background in public speaking, live video, and tech, Ian helps entrepreneurs confidently use live video. He’s also a professional singer and tech enthusiast based near Manchester, UK.

🤗 Connect with Ian:

Website: https://iag.me/

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iagdotme

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Have you ever wondered why procrastination seems to have a mind of its own when you have ADHD?

How can you tap into your natural motivation and break the cycle of delay?

What practical strategies can help turn overwhelming tasks into manageable steps?

🔗 Read / Listen more: https://smartadhd.me/28

In this episode, we tackle these burning questions with the help of Jonathan Hassall, an ADHD and executive function coach. Jonathan shares his expertise on overcoming procrastination and enhancing motivation for those of us living with ADHD. He introduces practical strategies to make tasks feel more achievable and less daunting, while also exploring the concept of 'organic calendaring' to revolutionise how we manage our time.

🎙️ In this episode:

00:00 Understanding ADHD and Time Blindness

00:53 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

03:00 Procrastination and Motivation in ADHD

06:36 The Illusion of Motivation

14:31 Effective Use of Calendars

20:25 The CIMAA Model for Task Management

26:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Resources:

Jonathan's Talk: The Illusion of Motivation (YouTube)

Jonathan's Book: Decoding Doing: ADHD Solutions for Procrastination

🕺More about Jonathan Hassall.

Jonathan is an ADHD & Executive Function Coach and director of Connect ADHD Coaching, providing services internationally from Brisbane, Australia. His background includes psychiatric services and as Scientific Advisor for ADHD in the pharmaceutical industry. Jonathan trained as an ADHD coach through the US and offers individual and group programs for people with ADHD. He is a regular speaker at national ADHD meetings in Australia and the US. He has previously held roles as a board member of ADHD Australia and ADDA. He also co-authored “Decoding Doing - Solving ADHD & Procrastination” in 2023. His current practice focuses on working with Adults and Couples with ADHD. His approach includes the translation of relevant executive function theory to facilitate individuals with ADHD finding and embracing their “neuro-native” state supporting adaptation and realisation of potential.

Connect with Jonathan:

Website: https://www.connectadhd.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@connectadhdcoaching3658

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jonathanhassallcac

What’s your biggest challenge in navigating ADHD as a smart creative? Share your thoughts in the comments section below, and don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review!

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🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast

The Smart ADHD Podcast is for smart creatives, entrepreneurs, and business owners who are navigating life with ADHD. We celebrate unique brilliance, whether we’re intelligent, exceptionally talented, or both. I interview experts to uncover the real story of ADHD for smart creatives, busting myths and discovering effective strategies to improve our lives, unleash our creativity, and grow.

🔗 Find out more at https://smartadhd.me/

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🕺More about Ian Anderson Gray

I am the host of The Smart ADHD Podcast and a live-streaming video coach and consultant. I help business owners and entrepreneurs broadcast live confidently, communicate better, and set up the right gear and tools. I run Seriously Social, a business aimed at helping others be more productive and level up their impact online....

In this bite-size episode of Smart ADHD, we distil the key points from episode 27, The Smart ADHD Guide to Executive Function, with Dr. Ari Tuckman, a psychologist, international speaker, and renowned ADHD expert. Dr. Tuckman brings his deep expertise to this discussion, helping us explore the concept of executive function and its profound impact on daily life with ADHD.

In this episode, we cover four essential topics: understanding executive function and its role in managing behaviour, tackling working memory challenges, the unique struggles of smart ADHDers, and practical strategies to improve executive functioning.

Dr. Tuckman’s insights provide clarity and actionable advice, empowering listeners to navigate these challenges with confidence and positivity.

🎬 In this episode:

00:00 Introduction to Smart ADHD Bite Size

00:20 Number 1: Understanding Executive Function

01:08 Number 2: Working Memory Challenges

02:16 Number 3: The Double-Edged Sword of Being Smart

04:12 Number 4: Strategies for Managing Executive Function

05:09 Final Thoughts

🕺 More about Dr. Ari Tuckman

Dr. Ari Tuckman is a psychologist, speaker, and author well known for his work in ADHD. With years of experience, Ari has authored multiple acclaimed books and presented internationally, helping people better understand and navigate ADHD.

🤗 Connect with Dr. Ari Tuckman:

Website: https://adultadhdbook.com

🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast

The Smart ADHD Podcast is dedicated to creatives, entrepreneurs, and business owners who are navigating life with ADHD. We celebrate unique minds, exploring strategies to improve focus, unleash creativity, and live a balanced, fulfilling life. Join us as we tackle both the challenges and the positives of living with ADHD.

🔗 Learn more at: Smart ADHD Podcast

🕺 More about Ian Anderson Gray

Ian Anderson Gray is the founder of the Confident Live Marketing Academy and host of the Confident Live Marketing Podcast. With a background in public speaking, live video, and tech, Ian helps entrepreneurs confidently use live video. He’s also a professional singer and tech enthusiast based in Manchester, UK.

🤗 Connect with Ian:

Website: https://iag.me/

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iagdotme

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ianandersongray

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianandersongray/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ianandersongray

Threads: https://threads.net/@ianandersongray