When she first entered the Optimize Your ADHD Brain program, Judy felt trapped by her ADHD—disorganization, time blindness, and constant distractions left her feeling hopeless and overwhelmed. But through our program, Judy learned a game-changing truth: she had been fed lies about her limitations. With the right tools and a fresh perspective, she discovered that managing her ADHD was not only possible but also empowering. Judy has since regained control over her life and business, even finding t...
Dec 04, 2024•5 min
Are indecisiveness and second-guessing costing you time and money? In this episode of The Business Brain podcast, we explore the story of Abby, a marketing agency owner who struggled to make decisions quickly. Whether it was a simple client question or an internal inquiry, her hesitation led to project delays and wasted resources. But Abby's journey took a turn when she improved her thinking skills and adopted a practical decision-making framework. In this episode, you’ll discover: How the think...
Nov 27, 2024•5 min
Is miscommunication costing you time and money? It doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode of The Business Brain podcast, we explore Ty's experience with miscommunication, which ended up costing him thousands. From misunderstanding clients to even affecting his relationships at home, Ty’s struggles highlighted a key issue: the lack of clear labeling. You’ll hear how a single thinking skill shift transformed not just Ty’s communication but also those around him. By the end of this episode, y...
Nov 20, 2024•4 min
Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Business Brain podcast, we dive into Dakota's journey. As a graphic designer, she was constantly battling the feeling that there was never enough time in her day. Despite her best efforts to stay organized, she often found herself distracted by low-impact tasks, leaving her scrambling to finish the important work late into the night. But it didn’t have to be that way. In this episode, I’m sharing the framework that ...
Nov 13, 2024•5 min
Malcolm had built and sold two businesses but found himself constantly sidetracked by little tasks that pulled him away from what he needed to focus on. What if I told you there's a way to shift that pattern and stay focused on what truly matters? I’ll share some straightforward strategies that helped Malcolm regain his focus and manage distractions. You'll learn how he set up a simple system to jot down tasks without letting them derail his work. Here’s what we’ll cover: Why having one system f...
Nov 06, 2024•5 min
As the leader of a 20-person team, Maggie didn’t realize her over-detailed communication was creating confusion—until she joined Optimize Your Brain . Her emails? Long. Her Zoom chats? Even longer. While she thought she was being thorough, it was actually causing overwhelm and slowing everything down. In this episode of The Business Brain podcast, I’ll share the exact steps that helped Maggie learn to zero in on the relevant cues —what really matters—and cut out the noise. Whether you’re managin...
Oct 30, 2024•5 min
When Kimberly joined Optimize Your Brain, she knew planning was supposed to help her life and business, but she had zero desire to actually do it. The resistance was real—and it was affecting not just her work, but her relationships too. In this episode, I break down how we helped Kimberly not just make plans but actually want to. If you’ve ever felt stuck or resistant to planning, this episode is for you. We'll explore the hidden thinking skills behind planning and how creating new, positive as...
Oct 23, 2024•5 min
When Dean first joined Optimize Your ADHD Brain, he didn't realize his emotional outbursts with his kids were connected to weak thinking skills. It wasn't until weeks into the program that he shared how learning to slow down and improve his thinking completely transformed how he responded to their wild behavior. In this episode, I’ll show you how strengthening specific thinking skills like stopping & thinking, categorizing, and labeling not only boosts productivity but also leads to calmer, ...
Oct 16, 2024•6 min
Have you ever faced a task that left you feeling drained, even before you started? I’m diving deep into that exact challenge today because it happened to me — prepping for this very podcast! In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my own struggle with podcast prep. It might sound meta, but the mental exhaustion was real, and I found myself procrastinating for hours. Sound familiar? But here’s the game-changer: I used my go-to process for eliminating procrastination and mental fatigu...
Oct 09, 2024•7 min
Have you ever been told to set an "enough point" for your work? How did it make you feel? For Noah, it was far from a relief. It made him feel small and left him with lots of unused potential. In Episode 470 of The Business Brain podcast, we delve into Noah’s struggle with balancing his workload and overcoming the limitations of setting an “enough point.” As a seasoned business owner, Noah felt perpetually overwhelmed and drained, despite working long hours and following advice to set boundaries...
Oct 02, 2024•6 min
As a business owner for 23 years, Emma has navigated countless challenges. But one persistent roadblock remained: handling the day-to-day nitty-gritty tasks. In Episode 469 of The Business Brain podcast, we delve into how Emma transformed her approach to these challenging tasks. Discover how a simple shift not only improved her productivity but also added more time to her day and enhanced her ability to tackle her work with renewed energy. 👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your co...
Sep 25, 2024•6 min
How much time are you wasting procrastinating? If you’re like many, procrastination isn’t just an occasional annoyance—it’s a major drain on your (& the business's!) time, energy, and mental resources. In Episode 468 of The Business Brain podcast, we dive into procrastination and exactly how to pinpoint what causing you to push off what you need to do. 👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessme...
Sep 18, 2024•6 min
Ever feel like your brain fog is holding you back from doing your best work? Deadlines slip through your fingers, and tasks seem to multiply, leaving you drained and unproductive? In Episode 467 of The Business Brain podcast, we explore how improving your thinking skills can clear up brain fog and boost your efficiency. Discover how a simple shift in organizing tasks can transform your productivity and help you tackle your day with renewed energy. 👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of...
Sep 11, 2024•6 min
Ever feel like your day slips through your fingers despite your best efforts? Deadlines seem to evaporate, and your to-do list grows longer by the minute? In Episode 466 of The Business Brain podcast, we tackle understanding time (even if you have ADHD!!) and you'll discover how Lucy saved over 45 minutes each morning. 👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment 👉 Snag a Copy of Your Essential Gu...
Sep 04, 2024•5 min
Ever feel like your hard work isn’t paying off because your communication isn’t hitting the mark? You’re making all the right moves, but your sales calls aren’t converting and your LinkedIn posts aren’t bringing in leads. Yet, when clients do come on board, they’re blown away by your work. In episode 465, we dive into a unique angle on communication challenges that you won't hear elsewhere—and share what you can do to turn things around. Catch the episode now on your favorite podcast player: 👉 ...
Aug 28, 2024•7 min
You’ve been pouring time and energy into learning and growing, but tasks still feel incomplete and projects drag on. Right? I can see into your office;) It’s a common struggle when the effort doesn’t translate into results. In episode 464, we dive deep into why finishing tasks can be so challenging and explore what’s really happening in your mind that might be getting in the way. 👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cogn...
Aug 21, 2024•6 min
Feeling like your motivation is slipping, even though you're passionate about your work? It’s frustrating when the drive to push forward just isn’t there, and it can really impact your productivity and business success. In this episode, we dive into why we sometimes lack motivation and a simple way to get it back. 👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment 👉 Snag a Copy of Your Essential Guide t...
Aug 14, 2024•7 min
Do you have someone on your team who just can't see things from others' perspectives? Maybe it's you who always needs to be right? (Shhh! I wouldn't tell anyone) In today's episode of The Business Brain podcast, I'm sharing with you why this is happening and what can be done about it. 👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment 👉 Snag a Copy of Your Essential Guide to Cognitive Functions: https:/...
Aug 07, 2024•7 min
Do you find yourself thinking about business when you're spending time with your loved ones? Is your mind always on overdrive solving business problems or worrying what next fire will pop up? Have you tried putting your phone in the other room when spending time with your family but still felt like you were at work instead of in the moment? You're not alone. Being able to stay focused and present is a challenge that many entrepreneurs face. It doesn't have to stay like this forever. In this epis...
Jul 31, 2024•8 min
Sometimes we know we've got a weakness. Other times, we're so used to operating in a certain way, that we don't even realize how inefficient it is. In this episode, I'm sharing with you a thinking skill that most people don't think about, however, once it's worked on, you see how much more time and energy you have back. 👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment 👉 Snag a Copy of Your Essential G...
Jul 24, 2024•5 min
I've worked with too many businesses who've got this communication problem. Every time it makes me a bit sad. It's not like they're missing some mega system or technique. It's actually just using this simple thinking skill. It's so simple, we're careless and don't really use it. You can make this small change starting today and see the results immediately. 👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessme...
Jul 17, 2024•5 min
You've been told wrong information. And I'm here to bust it for you today. Just because you've got a struggle, it doesn't mean it has to stay with you forever. Even if it's a struggle you have because of ADHD. 😲 That's right. You don't have to "manage" it your whole life. It can actually go away so it's no longer there. 👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment 👉 Snag a Copy of Your Essential ...
Jul 10, 2024•6 min
I've got a secret 🤫 It requires the same foundational 28 thinking skills to run a 6-figure business as it does to run an 8, 9, or even 10-figure business. Yup, the foundational thinking skills are the same no matter what you do. It simply shows up differently. The stronger your 28 thinking skills are, the greater the challenges you'll be able to solve. In this episode, I'll share with you a real example of how you can take what you're already doing and apply it to million-dollar projects. 👉 Ta...
Jul 03, 2024•6 min
Do you feel like you've got many systems flying all over the place? How about a system to keep track of all your systems? In this episode, we're talking about making mega-systems. A system to keep track of it all. You'll also see a real-life example of how strong your thinking skills are, there is always benefit in improving your thinking skills even more. 👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessme...
Jun 26, 2024•6 min
Do you ever walk away from a workshop or YouTube video and promise yourself you'll make these big changes?What happens a week later? Are those changes in place? Did you completely forget about it?If you're one to say you forget about it the next morning, this episode is for you! I share with you my favorite way to apply takeaways so it's not just something you wish you did. 👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-...
Jun 19, 2024•7 min
Do you get anxious or stress when you've got many things that have to happen now? I feel you. There's a reason for it and it doesn't have to stay like this forever. As soon as you understand why your brain wants it to be taken care of now, you can solve the real issue. 👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment 👉 Snag a Copy of Your Essential Guide to Cognitive Functions: https://www.lifepixuniv...
Jun 12, 2024•6 min
Do you get distracted often? It's not because of technology or the people around you. That's just symptoms. In this episode, I share with you how you can figure out what is distracting you so you can come up with a solution to the real problem. 👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment 👉 Snag a Copy of Your Essential Guide to Cognitive Functions: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/cognitive-func...
Jun 05, 2024•6 min
Have you ever tried a solution to a problem only for it to work for just 3 days? You may be missing out a understanding what's really going on in relation to your problem. In the episode, I share with you a client story who struggled with crashing after intense work sprints which only sent her down a bigger spiral. Until she improved one thinking skill. 👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment ...
May 29, 2024•6 min
Have you ever lost out on an opportunity because it took you too long to make a decision? You're not alone. And it doesn't need to happen again. In the episode, I share with you what's causing the lack of decision and my 2 step framework to make all decisions. 👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment 👉 Snag a Copy of Your Essential Guide to Cognitive Functions: https://www.lifepixuniversity.co...
May 22, 2024•7 min
Do you finish tasks in a way that makes it easy for you to come back to it next time?Often we jump off a call and then... next.Leaving the task open wide with many part all over the place.That doesn't do your efficiency or motivation very good.In episode 450 of The Business Brain podcast, we go fiind a smarter way to close out your tasks.👉 Take the assessment to see how strong each of your cognitive functions are: https://www.lifepixuniversity.com/Cognitive-Functions-Assessment👉 Snag a Copy of...
May 15, 2024•5 min