Collin’s struggle with ADHD has always been a crucial part of who he is. ADHD was almost a mystery to him, and he always felt out of place, wondering why he was “different” from his peers. It wasn’t until he began to research these feelings that he discovered that there were others who felt the same way. Collin then became obsessed with understanding ADHD. Throughout his research, Collin began to feel comforted knowing that there are resources that can truly help people struggling to understand themselves. During high school, Collin was introduced to a MLM company called Vemma which sparked Collin’s passion to become an Entrepreneur. He has since invested hours upon hours into personal development, communication, and leadership skills. He now manages his own Car Detailing business, which started as a side hustle, but is turning into a profitable source of income. Today we talk about his journey and what’s been working for him. Enjoy!
In this episode Peter and Collin discuss:
:45- Intro & welcome Collin
1:34- When did things first begin to change for you?
3:30- What happened after you got diagnosed?
4:15- Was there an immediate difference as you began taking Concerta?
4:50- How often do you take your meds?
5:43- You mentioned you attained your blackbelt in Krav Maga; how do you currently use exercise for your ADHD?
6:13- Have you found a specific time to exercise that works best for you?
7:30- Tell us how you started out as an entrepreneur
9:12- Do you see yourself going back to a regular job, or is being an entrepreneur “it” for you?
9:40- Take us through an average day for you
10:23- How do you shut off your brain?
11:02- Do you have any tricks or tips that you’ve found and use to get stuff done?
11:50- What have you learned about yourself from your ADHD?
13:08- How can people find you? CollinMcDougall@gmail.com or SNAPCHAT: @DougDoug
13:45- Thank you Collin, and thank you for listening!
13:59- Faster Than Normal Podcast info and credits
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Brian grew up in suburban NJ. He was diagnosed with ADHD at six years old. He moved away, graduated from Tulane University with a Philosophy degree and a honed talent for writing. In 2016, he was interviewed by Fox 5 NY about his ADHD memoir & personal experience with Adderall addiction. I actually have Brian’s book on my desk right now! He’s a successful entrepreneur, continues to be very outspoken about society's miscomprehension of ADHD and is helping to change the conversation! Now living in NYC with his wife Lindsey, Brian loves to travel, lift weights, talk philosophy at bars, and enjoys spending time with family & friends. He spends a little of his time here with us today. Enjoy!
In this episode Peter and Brian discuss discuss:
1:00- Intro & welcome Brian!
2:10- Brian’s book “Adderall Blues”
2:27- “Ten Ways to be Happier When You Live/Love Someone With ADHD”
2:38- So let us begin with talking about your wife!
3:50- So what happens when you randomly do the most stupid & impulsive things without telling anyone first?
6:30- Tell is about your book!
9:20- Tell me about Beijing- how did you wind up in Beijing?
11:35- Do you think you would’ve planned better if you didn’t have ADHD?
12:19- Peter on London
13:28- Brian on getting deported from China
15:17- Talk some, if you will please, about addiction?
17:43- Do you have the premise of addiction that: “there is no ‘just one’ dose, or hit”?
20:07- Do you think you could write another book today and be as raw, and honest with us as you were in “Adderall Blues?
21:32- How can people find you Brian? Brian.J.Robinson@hotmail.com INSTA: @BrianRobinsonOfficial
21:48- Thank you Brian, and thank you for listening!!
22:25- Faster Than Normal Podcast info and credits
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This is a great kid, mature beyond his years. I discovered Everett when someone sent me an article about him competing in the Intel International Science & Engineering Fair, (Bio-Medical Engineering category), and winning out over 1,800 competing students from 80+ countries! He’s brilliant and certainly has a bright future; just listen to how he answered “What do you wanna do with your life”? What were you doing in High School? I’m thankful we got to spend some time with him this week. Enjoy!
In this episode, Peter and Everett discuss:
:50- Intro and welcome Everett! ref: Intel International Science & Engineering Fair Awards
2:00- When did you first get diagnosed?
2:36- How did you wind up scoring so high in Math & Science?
4:25- None of us with ADHD are quite alike are we?!
4:48- Why did you ask for more challenging work?
5:53- Tell us about your 10th grade Science project. What is a “3D Printable Transtibial Prosthesis”?
7:30- Rachel Cotton interview
7:50- What changed for you right after you were diagnosed?
10:05- On: adapting, learning moments, accepting and growing.
12:15- What do you want to do with your life?
14:11- On finding your niche
15:05- Advice to ADHD parents
16:00- How can people find you? INSTA: @EVKroll
16:42- Thank you so much Everett!! This was awesome.
17:18- Faster Than Normal Podcast info and credits
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Leslie has a lot of analog clocks in her house. She has spent many years learning how to become a time management guru, because of her family, clients and life story. She brought “Order Out of Chaos” to life from a very personal mission as her son was diagnosed with ADHD as a young child. She founded the company 15years ago with the goal of providing professional organizing, time management and coaching services; parent and family education, products and resources to families and their children to help them bring order out of chaos to their lives. Leslie is a graduate of the JST Coach Training Program for teens and college students with ADHD and is also a member of ICD and a Golden Circle member of NAPO where she was recently awarded their highest honor-the 2018 Founders’ Award. We get to spend some time together today. Enjoy!
In this episode, Peter and Leslie discuss:
:49- Intro and welcome Leslie! (ref: Order Out Of Chaos, Author: “What’s The Deal With Teens and Time Management”, “Dear Organizing Coach”- a weekly column for ADDitude Magazine, Contributing writer to Family Circle)
1:34- The concept of Chaos
1:55- Talk some about your journey with chaos please?
2:54- A barrier to entry
4:12- Do you think chaos is all forms can be affected by the same types of ‘cures’?
5:20- What are your top three ways to create order out of chaos?
6:44- Where and how to start, to begin
9:58- Awesome! What are some more tips please?
12:00- One thing about time…
14:00- Last thoughts; what are a couple of quick things people can do just to get going?
14:45- How can people find you? www.OrderOOChaos.com Twitter: @orderoochaos Facebook YouTube INSTA Pinterest LinkedIn Products: https://products.orderoochaos.com
15:14- Thank you Leslie and thank you for listening!!
15:37- Faster Than Normal Podcast info and credits
As always, leave us a comment below, PLEASE drop us a review on iTunes and of course, subscribe to the podcast if you haven’t already! The more reviews we get, the more people we can reach. Help us to show the world that ADHD is a gift, not a curse! Know of anyone you think should be on the FTN podcast? Shoot us a note – We’d love to hear!
Nick is a serial entrepreneur with a passion for creating companies that disrupt the way people live, (sound familiar)? He is the co-founder of Leverage and the former CEO of CalvinApp. Before making the jump to the startup technology space, Nick spent more than eight years on Wall Street as a high frequency algorithmic trader. What the heck is a “high frequency algorithmic trader” and how did someone with ADD wind up doing that job for eight years before breaking from the pack and bringing the fun back? His story and how he keeps it all spinning & balanced, here in today’s podcast. Enjoy!
In this episode, Peter and Nicholas discuss:
:47- Intro and welcome Nick!
1:47- So what’s your story? And what exactly is a high frequency algorithmic trader? ref: “Micro Wave Technology”
3:45- How did you wind up with a career on Wall Street?
5:15- What influenced you to quit?
6:48- After you finally made the decision to quit, what was your first ‘day after’ like?
7:11- Tell us about your first few months of working for yourself?
8:21- So what happens on days when you wake up & it’s just not happening, or you’re just not feelin’ IT?
10:10- What do you do to ensure that you allow for downtime and honest rest in your life?
11:21- On obsessing and ‘doing fun’.
13:10- What is your lifestyle outside of work; do you exercise much?
14:36- Where do you find the joy in Chess? ref: “Spire Stone breathing tracker”
17:46- Nick, how can people find you? www.getleverage.com or Nick@GetLeverage.com
18:33- Thank you Nick and thank you for listening!
18:54- Faster Than Normal Podcast info and credits
As always, leave us a comment below, PLEASE drop us a review on iTunes and of course, subscribe to the podcast if you haven’t already! The more reviews we get, the more people we can reach. Help us to show the world that ADHD is a gift, not a curse! Know of anyone you think should be on the FTN podcast? Shoot us a note – We’d love to hear!