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Why Virtual Coworking Is the New Super Tool for ADHD Adults
ByMarla Cummins July 5, 2023February 17, 2026 ADHD Tools & Strategies, Blog

The idea of coworking is not new for ADHD adults. Though you may have heard it referred to as body doubling and, perhaps, thought of it as something done in person. Now, of course, that has changed, as coworking/body doubling is done as often in virtual spaces. And that is a definite boon for ADHD adults for reasons I’ll explore in a bit. It seems that, since I first started writing about body doubling for ADHD adults in 2013, it has become much more popular in the last few years. Maybe that’s because it took an upswing in the early days of Covid, a time when people were craving connection, as well as support in being productive while at home with all the competing distractions. …

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ADHD Follow-Through | Podcast

Do You Know the 4 Steps That Are the Key to Unlocking ADHD Motivation?
ByMarla Cummins June 25, 2023February 21, 2024 ADHD Follow-Through, Podcast

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…

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The Top 10 Tips ADHD Adults Need To Have Better Focus Every Day
ByMarla Cummins June 11, 2023March 11, 2026 ADHD Tools & Strategies, Blog

Sometimes I know the challenge for you may be starting. Then there are other times when you start, sort of. But just can’t seem to find the traction you need to focus and attend the way you want. There are all sorts of ways your ADHD may be contributing to this challenge. Knowing how your ADHD symptoms affect your ability to focus and attend will help you choose the right strategies to follow through with what’s important to you. It’s Your ADHD Brain Wiring One of the first keys to unraveling this conundrum is to understand your unique brain wiring. I like to think of the ADHD brain as a stimulus-seeking heat missile. In fact, attention deficit is a misnomer. Because it’s not that you…

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Which Support Do You Need Right Now, a Therapist or an ADHD Coach?
ByMarla Cummins May 29, 2023May 1, 2025 Podcast

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…

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ADHD Treatment Options | Blog

4 Ways to Boost You Energy When You Have ADHD
ByMarla Cummins May 12, 2023June 26, 2025 ADHD Treatment Options, Blog

When you saw the title of this article, perhaps you thought you’d learn more about what ADHD adults can do to manage their energy throughout each day, like eating, sleeping, etc. No doubt, these day-to-day efforts are important! But to be productive and manage your ADHD symptoms, you’ll need to take a longer view. To do this, you’ll need to consider the four dimensions of energy – physical, mental, emotional, and human spirit. But, like many ADHD adults, you may be primarily focused on trying to work faster and focus better — not be distracted. Have your efforts paid off? If not, I’m not surprised. After all, your time and willpower are limited. You only have so much time in the day, right? And your…

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ADHD Follow-Through | Podcast

ADHD Adults Who Want Less Overwhelm Need These 5 Delegation Tips
ByMarla Cummins April 26, 2023February 21, 2024 ADHD Follow-Through, Podcast

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…

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You Can Start Prioritizing Better Now by Taking These 4 Steps
ByMarla Cummins April 14, 2023June 15, 2025 ADHD Tools & Strategies, Blog

(originally published February 23, 2016, updated April 14, 2023 Do you find it hard to prioritize what you should be working on at any given moment and wonder why it is so hard for you to make these decisions? If you do, you’re not alone. Like other ADHD adults, you may find this hard for two common reasons. One is that it may often feel as though everything on your plate is equally important. It may also feel as though it all needs to be done now, if not yesterday. Of course, this makes it hard to choose what to do each day and contributes to your feelings of overwhelming stress. One of the ways you can turn this around is by learning how to…

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Optimizing These 9 Areas Is The Ultimate Key to Productivity With ADHD
ByMarla Cummins March 24, 2023February 21, 2024 ADHD Tools & Strategies, Podcast

DESCRIPTION: Tending to and upgrading, if necessary, these 9 environments can help you reach your goals more easily. KEY TAKEAWAYS: TRANSCRIPT: 00:01: I know you want to be productive, but just trying to work harder, longer, or faster is probably not going to get you there. You may need to also upgrade one or more of your environments. (00:15): 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 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….

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Ready to Stop Being Reactive and Be More Intentional? Here’s How.
ByMarla Cummins March 10, 2023February 22, 2024 Blog

(originally published March 11, 2018, updated March 10, 2023 ) What first comes to mind when you think of ADHD and mindfulness? Like many, you might first envision needing to sit still, meditating for long periods of time. And conclude that there’s no way you can do that. Maybe not. But mindfulness is so much more than just meditation. And one of the most effective yet overlooked strategies ADHD adults need to operate effectively. That is, incorporating more mindfulness into your daily practice can help you be more often in alignment with your values and goals. My best guess is it is often overlooked because it can be more difficult for ADHD adults to practice mindfulness for reasons I’ll cover below. But I think it’s worth the extra effort. Maybe that’s obvious since I’m writing this post….

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ADHD in the Workplace | Podcast

ADHD Managers Need to Use These 5 Strategies to Be Better Leaders
ByMarla Cummins February 23, 2023May 1, 2025 ADHD in the Workplace, Podcast

Description: If you are not leading the way you want, it may be you have not yet addressed key ADHD challenges. Ready to see how you can turn that around? Key Takeaways: Resources: Articles: Books: Transcript: (00:01): You probably have strengths related to your ADHD symptoms that help you in your leadership role of managing people, like being an out-of-the-box thinker and perhaps great in a crisis. It’s important that you make sure you’re leaning into these in other strengths, not losing them. As well as managing your challenges, including those related to your 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…

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