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Welcome to the ADHD Entrepreneur Accelerator Podcast. Host Steve August, Founder of ADHD Entrepreneur Accelerator and August & Wonder, is an expert ADHD coach and productivity specialist, and talks about “productivity shame,” the guilt ADHD entrepreneurs feel when they don’t get enough done. Steve explains why common systems don’t always work for ADHD brains and how accepting your brain’s unique way of working is key. He shares simple tips like using weekly plans, coworking, and loose time-blocks to make progress without burnout. This episode helps you feel less alone and more in control of how you work.

Steve talks about how ADHD entrepreneurs often feel guilty for not getting enough done. He explains that this “productivity shame” comes from trying to use systems that don’t fit how ADHD brains work. Instead, he says to accept your brain and use simple tools like weekly planning, short work sessions, and co-working. These help make tasks easier to start and finish. Letting go of shame and working with your brain helps you stay focused, feel better, and get more done.

• Let Go of Shame: Accept how your ADHD brain works and stop feeling guilty.
• Work With Your Brain: Plan around your best focus times and energy levels.
• Simple Systems: Use easy tools like weekly planning and loose time-blocks to get things done.

• Shame Is Common: Many with ADHD feel guilt when they can’t finish tasks.
• Know Your Brain: ADHD brains need support with planning and follow-through.
• Plan Smarter: Use simple tools and accept your brain to make real progress.

Here are a few quotes from the episode:

• “Let go of productivity shame and accept how your brain works.” - Steve August
• “Your brain isn’t broken, it just works differently.” - Steve August
• “Plan for when your brain works best, not when it should.” - Steve August

Join Steve August as he talks about letting go of productivity shame and working with your ADHD brain. Discover how weekly planning, co-working, and self-acceptance can help you stay focused, feel better, and get more done without stress.

Episode Highlights:

[00:00] - Grab Your Free ADHD Dashboard to Master Your Week!

[00:28] - Understanding Productivity Shame in ADHD

[02:59] - Daily Struggles: Plans, Distractions & Guilt

[04:29] - Accepting Your ADHD Brain and How It Works

[06:55] - Tools, Systems & Mindset Shifts That Help

FOLLOW THE HOST:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-august-b2b-adhd-business-founder-coach/
• Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/adhd-entrepreneur-accelerator/
• August & Wonder:

🔥 ADHD making business harder than it needs to be? Try these free resources:

🔥 ADHD making business harder than it needs to be? Try these free resources:

🧠 Start with my free Weekly ADHD Dashboard – The “Brain-first” system I use to plan my week and make consistent progress. 👉 https://bit.ly/marks-ilverman

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In this episode of the ADHD Entrepreneur Accelerator Podcast, host Steve August talks with Mark J. Silverman, an Executive Coach, Speaker, Podcaster, and Author at Mark J. Silverman and Associates LLC, to explore how ADHD has shaped his life, career, and coaching practice. From addiction recovery to high-level tech sales and then becoming a transformational coach, Mark shares the systems, insights, and mindset shifts that have allowed him to turn ADHD challenges into superpowers. They dive deep into productivity, authenticity, self-awareness, and how his "Only 10s" methodology helps people align actions with their values and capabilities.

Mark isn’t just a coach; he’s helping ADHD leaders succeed by doing less, not more. His ADHD once made life hard, but now it’s his strength. After big wins in tech sales, he learned to trust what truly matters. With his “Only 10s” method, he teaches others to focus, say no, and build lives full of peace, not pressure.

Mark spent years in tech sales before becoming a coach for leaders with ADHD. His late diagnosis helped him understand how his brain works. From big business deals to deep personal work, he’s learned to focus on what truly matters. Now, through writing and coaching, he helps others do less, trust themselves, and lead with clarity.

• ADHD Insight: Mark turned his ADHD into a tool for focus and success.
• Simple Tools: His “Only 10s” method helps people do what really matters.
• Big Shifts: He went from sales to coaching top leaders and changemakers.
• Know Yourself: He teaches how to spot the lies we tell ourselves and stay true.
• Lead with Peace: Mark shows ADHD minds how to thrive with less stress.

• ADHD and Action: Mark’s ADHD taught him to work with his brain, not against it.
• Big Change: Coaching showed him how to stop people-pleasing and set limits.
• Focus Tools: Whiteboards, check-ins, and help from others keep him on track.
• Trust Yourself: He learned to listen to what he really wants, not just say yes.
• Share the Truth: Mark opens up about his path to help others feel less alone.

Here are a few quotes from the episode:

• “I don’t think it’s that you can’t get things done, you just don’t want to.” - Mark J. Silverman
• “If I only do what I really want to, everything works better.” - Mark J. Silverman
• “I pay for help because I know I won’t do it myself.” - Mark J. Silverman

Join Mark as he shares how ADHD shaped his path from burnout to balance. Learn how focus, honesty, and simple tools help ADHD minds lead with calm, do less, and still make a big impact.

Episode Highlights:

[00:00] - Teaser

[01:51] - Introduction to Mark Silverman: Coach, Author, and Leader

[03:37] - How Mark Became a Key Influence in Steve’s Coaching Journey

[05:02] - Mark on His ADHD Diagnosis

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Welcome to the ADHD Entrepreneur Accelerator Podcast. Host Steve August, Founder of ADHD Entrepreneur Accelerator and August & Wonder, is an expert ADHD coach and productivity specialist, and shares insights on why money and revenue goals may not always motivate ADHD entrepreneurs. He explains that ADHD brains are driven by intense deadlines or interest in tasks, but struggle with longer-term rewards. Steve offers practical advice on how to stay consistent with weekly tasks, making activities more interesting, and using co-working to beat procrastination. This episode provides strategies to help ADHD entrepreneurs stay focused and avoid burnout.

Steve shares a helpful strategy for ADHD entrepreneurs to stay motivated: instead of relying on big goals, focus on weekly progress. ADHD brains thrive on intense interest or urgent deadlines, but struggle with long-term goals. By setting weekly tasks and sticking to them, ADHD entrepreneurs can stay on track. Steve suggests finding ways to make tasks interesting and using co-working to stay focused. This approach helps reduce procrastination, build momentum, and keep ADHD minds engaged and productive.

• Interest-Driven Tasks: Focus on what excites you to stay motivated.
• ADHD Focus: Use weekly goals to avoid distractions and stay on track.
• Co-Working: Team up with others to beat procrastination and boost productivity.

• Not Giving Up: Focusing on weekly tasks helps avoid overwhelm.
• ADHD Brain Reality: Long-term goals don’t motivate; interest does.
• Weekly Check-ins: Regular planning keeps you on track and reduces stress.

Here are a few quotes from the episode:

• “Focus on weekly progress, not distant goals.” - Steve August
• “ADHD brains thrive on short-term interest, not long-term rewards.” - Steve August
• “Co-working and interest can turn distractions into productivity.” - Steve August

Join Steve August as he explains how focusing on weekly tasks helps ADHD entrepreneurs stay motivated, reduce stress, and avoid overwhelm. Learn practical tips to stay on track, make tasks interesting, and boost productivity with co-working.

Episode Highlights:

[00:00] - Teaser

[01:28] - The ADHD Money Motivation Paradox

[02:54] - ADHD Motivation & Weekly Planning

[06:25] - Making Tasks Engaging & Co-Working

[08:24] - Reframing ADHD Entrepreneur Success

FOLLOW THE HOST:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-august-b2b-adhd-business-founder-coach/
• Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/adhd-entrepreneur-accelerator/
• August & Wonder:

🔥 ADHD making business harder than it needs to be? Try these free resources:

🧠 Start with my free Weekly ADHD Dashboard – The “Brain-first” system I use to plan my week and make consistent progress. 👉 https://bit.ly/beckh-ayes

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Welcome to the ADHD Entrepreneur Accelerator Podcast. Host Steve August talks with Beck Hayes, a Session Lead & Community Facilitator at Climatebase, Co-Founder & Principal Consultant at The Atharii Collective, and Writer at Sowing Seas. She talks about her journey from Peace Corps to leading global impact work, how she got diagnosed at 31, and the tools that help her thrive. Learn how Beck uses her story and skills to support change-makers around the world.

Beck isn’t just a grant expert; she’s working to fix how mission-driven groups get funded. Her ADHD helped her stay flexible when her business hit a major crisis. At Athari, she helps small groups find money, grow, and keep going strong. She believes that with support, community, and the right mindset, ADHD brains can lead to real change.

Beck spent years in climate and ocean work before starting Athari, a group that helps changemakers get funding. Her late ADHD diagnosis helped her see how her brain works best. From global projects to small nonprofits, she builds bridges between ideas and money. Now, she helps others stay strong, adapt, and keep making a difference.

• ADHD Power: Beck uses her ADHD to stay flexible and keep moving forward.
• Funding Guide: She helps small groups find money and grow their impact.
• Real Change: Her work supports health, climate, and social justice projects.
• Bounce Back: She rebuilt her business after a major funding loss.
• Stronger Together: Beck shows how ADHD minds can lead with care and courage.

• ADHD and Impact: Beck’s ADHD helps her stay creative and solve hard funding problems.
• Work Shift: Losing clients pushed her to find new ways to help and grow.
• Freedom to Adapt: She works best when she can move fast and stay flexible.
• Helpful Tools: Therapy, body doubling, and co-working help her stay on track.
• Real Talk: Beck shares her story to support others with ADHD on their journey.

Here are a few quotes from the episode:

• “We’re not going to stop. These groups need support.” - Beck Hayes
• “I am not my thoughts. That changed everything for me.” - Beck Hayes
• “Community helps me feel seen and stay strong.” - Beck Hayes

Join Beck Hayes as she shares how ADHD helped her stay strong through big changes. Learn how support, flexibility, and mission-driven work help ADHD minds lead, grow, and make a real impact.

Episode Highlights:

[00:00] - Teaser

[01:55] - Meet Beck Hayes: Social Entrepreneur & Founder of Athari

[04:22] - From Sustainable Oceans to Grant Writing Success

[05:48] - Funding Justice: Somali Health Support & Climate Startups

[07:41] - Losing 90% of Clients After Federal Grant Cuts

[09:46] - Pivoting Fast: ADHD Flexibility in Action

[11:21] - Teaching Nonprofits to

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Welcome to the ADHD Entrepreneur Accelerator Podcast. Host Steve August, Founder of ADHD Entrepreneur Accelerator and August & Wonder, is an expert ADHD coach and productivity specialist, and shares a quick solo episode on a powerful mindset shift. Instead of “dropping the ball,” Steve talks about the idea of “putting balls down,” making clear choices about what to pause or delay. He explains how ADHD brains often treat every task as equally urgent, which leads to overwhelm. By learning to be intentional and organized each week, we can feel more in control and less guilty. This episode offers real tools and encouragement to help ADHD entrepreneurs focus, plan better, and take pressure off themselves.

Steve shares a smart strategy for ADHD entrepreneurs to stay calm and focused: instead of feeling bad about "dropping the ball," he encourages them to "put balls down" on purpose. This means choosing what truly matters each week and letting go of the rest. ADHD brains often make everything feel urgent, causing stress and confusion. By planning weekly, being honest about limits, and seeking support, ADHD minds can reduce overwhelm and gain clarity. Steve’s approach helps simplify tasks, making life feel lighter, more manageable, and in control.

• Put Balls Down: Choose what to pause instead of feeling like you failed.
• ADHD Overload: Brains treat everything as urgent; learn to sort it out.
• Weekly Planning: A clear weekly plan helps reduce stress and confusion.

• Not Failure: Putting things down is a smart choice, not giving up.
• ADHD Brain Truth: Everything can feel urgent, even when it’s not.
• Planning Helps: A weekly check-in makes choices feel easier.

Here are a few quotes from the episode:

• “You don’t have to drop the ball, you can choose to put it down.” - Steve August
• “ADHD brains make everything feel urgent. They need help sorting.” - Steve August
• “Letting go of some things gives you the space to move forward.” - Steve August

Join Steve August as he shares how choosing to “put balls down” on purpose helps ADHD entrepreneurs feel less stressed, more focused, and better able to plan their weeks. Learn simple ways to handle overload, sort priorities, and move forward with clarity.

Episode Highlights:

[00:00] - Teaser

[01:31] - Dropping Balls vs. Putting Them Down

[02:14] - Why ADHD Brains Struggle with Overload

[03:28] - Refocusing on What Truly Matters

[04:35] - Choosing Intentionally, Not Reacting

[05:40] - Getting Support and Planning Weekly

[06:43] - Letting Go to Move Forward with Clarity

FOLLOW THE HOST:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-august-b2b-adhd-business-founder-coach/
• Company LinkedIn:

🔥 ADHD making business harder than it needs to be? Try these free resources:

🧠 Start with my free Weekly ADHD Dashboard – The “Brain-first” system I use to plan my week and make consistent progress. 👉 https://bit.ly/judsonarmen-trout

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Welcome to the ADHD Entrepreneur Accelerator Podcast. Host Steve August talks with Judson Armentrout, Founder and Principal Consultant of Building Block Solutions, and a Former Coordinator - Case Ready Fresh Meats at Kroger. Judson shares how growing up around agriculture led him to a career in the fresh food industry. He opens up about discovering his ADHD through his son’s diagnosis and how he’s built a career using his strengths. Learn how Judson went from running a $1.5B meat supply chain to solving big food supply problems as an entrepreneur.

Judson isn’t just a food expert; he’s on a mission to fix how fresh food gets to stores. His own ADHD journey helped him see problems clearly and build smarter systems. At Building Block Solutions, he helps companies solve real supply chain issues without the usual stress. He believes focus, freedom, and the right tools help ADHD minds thrive.

Judson spent years in the fresh food industry before starting Building Block Solutions, a company that solves big supply chain problems. His late ADHD discovery helped him understand how his brain works best. From plant floors to boardrooms, he’s built tools and systems that turn chaos into clarity. Now, he helps companies work smarter and get fresh food where it’s needed.

• ADHD Strengths: Judson uses his ADHD to solve problems in smart, new ways.
• Fresh Food Fixer: He helps companies move fresh food better, faster, and safer.
• Real World Tools: His systems save time, cut waste, and make work smoother.
• Freedom to Build: Leaving corporate life gave him space to grow and help more.
• Shared Story: Judson’s journey shows that ADHD minds can lead and create real change.

• ADHD and Mission: Judson’s ADHD helped him build a business that solves real food problems.
• Lessons from Work: His past jobs taught him how to fix things fast and think differently.
• Right Fit Work: He knows he does best with freedom, not strict rules or slow systems.
• Smart Systems: Simple tools and daily habits help him stay focused and get things done.
• Honest Talk: Judson shares openly so others with ADHD feel seen and inspired.

Here are a few quotes from the episode:

• “I’m built to solve hard problems, then move on.” - Judson Armentrout
• “I didn’t realize how much stress I was under until I left.” - Judson Armentrout
• “I love the freedom. That’s what I was craving.” - Judson Armentrout

Join Judson Armentrout as he shares how ADHD led him to fix big food supply problems. Learn how smart systems, clear focus, and the right work style help ADHD minds lead, build, and thrive.

Episode Highlights:

[00:00] - Teaser

[01:40] - Meet Judson Armentrout: From Food Ops to Founder

[04:35] - The Realities of Summer Work-Life Balance

[05:49] - Growing Up in Agriculture: Early Career Foundations

[08:54] - Revolutionizing Case Ready Meat...

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Welcome to the ADHD Entrepreneur Accelerator Podcast. Host Steve August, Founder of ADHD Entrepreneur Accelerator and August & Wonder, is an expert ADHD coach and productivity specialist, and shares how “The Four Agreements” book can help ADHD minds. In this short solo episode, Steve explains each agreement and why they matter more when you have ADHD. He talks about being kind with your words, not taking things personally, asking questions instead of assuming, and doing your best. Steve links these ideas to common ADHD struggles like self-criticism, rejection, and overwhelm. It’s a powerful and helpful episode for anyone with an ADHD brain.

Steve knows how tough it can be for ADHD minds to deal with daily thoughts and feelings. He learned that “The Four Agreements” can really help ADHD brains feel calmer and clearer. These four simple ideas, be kind with your words, don’t take things personally, don’t assume, and always try your best, can change how you think and act. Steve explains how each one helps with things like overthinking, feeling rejected, or being hard on yourself. These tools make it easier to handle life and work without feeling lost or overwhelmed.

Steve used to believe “The Four Agreements” was a great book, but after learning he had ADHD, it hit even harder. He saw how ADHD made things like self-talk, rejection, and quick assumptions feel bigger. Now, he teaches ADHD entrepreneurs how these four simple rules can help calm the chaos. By using kindness, asking questions, and doing your best, it’s easier to handle life and work. These tools help ADHD minds feel steadier, clearer, and less overwhelmed each day.

• Power of Words: How self-talk shapes how we feel and act with ADHD.
• Don’t Take It Personally: Why other people’s actions aren’t always about you.
• Ask, Don’t Assume: ADHD minds often fill in gaps, asking clears things up.
• Do Your Best: Your best looks different every day, and that’s okay.
• Real-Life Tools: Simple ideas to handle stress, rejection, and overthinking.

• Words Matter: Kind self-talk helps calm ADHD’s inner critic.
• It’s Not About You: Others act from their own stories, not yours.
• Ask First: Questions clear up the stories we make in our heads.
• Do What You Can: Your best changes day to day, meet your brain where it is.
• Simple Tools Help: These four ideas bring more peace, focus, and control.

Here are a few quotes from the episode:

• “Our words shape our world, especially the ones we tell ourselves.” - Steve August
• “Most of the time, it’s not about you, it’s their story, not yours.” - Steve August
• “Your best changes every day, and that’s totally okay.” - Steve August

Join Steve August as he shares how “The Four Agreements” can help ADHD entrepreneurs handle self-talk, rejection, and overthinking, with simple rules that bring more calm, focus, and real ease to daily life and business.

Episode Highlights:

[00:00] - Teaser...

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🧠 Start with my free Weekly ADHD Dashboard – The “Brain-first” system I use to plan my week and make consistent progress. 👉 https://bit.ly/evanm-oore

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Welcome to the ADHD Entrepreneur Accelerator Podcast. Host Steve August talks with Evan Moore, Owner and Founder of Real Frequency, an adjunct professor at Gonzaga University, and a college consulting company. Evan shares his journey from working in college admissions to starting his own business to help students find the right college fit. He opens up about living with ADHD, how it affected him growing up, and how he now uses it as a strength. Learn how Evan built a system that supports ADHD students and families through one of life’s biggest transitions.

Evan isn’t just a college coach; he’s driven to help students find the right path without stress or burnout. His own ADHD journey shaped how he built Real Frequency, a place where different brains are understood and supported. He believes clear steps, early planning, and real talk help ADHD students and families succeed with confidence.

Evan spent years in college admissions before starting Real Frequency, a company that helps students find colleges that truly fit. His ADHD, diagnosed early, shaped how he thinks, works, and supports others. From personal struggle to building systems that work, Evan now guides families with tools, support, and clear steps to reduce stress and make better choices.

• ADHD Strengths: Evan turns ADHD challenges into systems that help others succeed.
• College Fit Matters: Finding the right college match prevents burnout and costly mistakes.
• Early Planning: Starting the process early builds confidence and better results.
• Real Support: ADHD students thrive with structure, empathy, and open conversations.
• Shared Journey: Evan’s story helps families feel seen, understood, and guided.

• ADHD and Purpose: Evan’s ADHD helped him build a mission-driven business that supports students.
• Learning from Struggles: His early school challenges taught him how to help others through tough spots.
• Team Power: Having the right people and systems keeps his growing team focused.
• Clear Steps: Structure and early action are key to avoiding stress and staying on track.
• Real Talk: Evan’s honesty makes space for families to ask the questions that matter.

Here are a few quotes from the episode:

• “I wanted freedom, to build something real and help people from the start.” - Evan Moore
• “It’s usually the start that stops someone.” - Evan Moore
• “If I don’t shut work down, I will shut down.” - Evan Moore

Join Evan Moore as he shares how ADHD shaped his mission to help students find the right college fit. Learn how clear systems, early planning, and real support make the college journey better for ADHD families.

Episode Highlights:

[00:00] - Teaser

[02:10] - Guest Introduction: Evan Moore and Real Frequency

[05:27] - From College Admissions to ADHD-Focused Coaching

[07:37] - Why Students Leave College: The Cost of Poor Fit

[11:32] - Real...