Skye Waterson: Why Landscapers with ADHD Are Wired to Start (But Struggle to Scale)

Entrepreneurs with ADHD are often great at starting projects due to impulsivity and creative thinking, but need structured systems to scale successfully.

Improve communication with your team by providing a high-level outline (e.g., voice note, email) before meetings, and encourage them to bring specific reactions or rough drafts for discussion.

Utilize the 'Prioritization Filter' by brain-dumping all tasks, identifying truly urgent tasks for the next 24 hours, then for the next 7 days, and finally, pinpointing 1-3 transformative tasks for your business to focus on weekly.

Implement the 'Dopamine Dial' strategy for unappealing tasks: add pleasurable elements (e.g., favorite drink, music, specific environment) to initiate the task, then gradually reduce them as you get engaged.

Recognize that foundational lifestyle choices like consistent exercise, sufficient protein intake, and adequate sleep significantly impact ADHD symptoms and overall focus, potentially more than quick fixes.

Consider embracing your ADHD traits as a source of creative problem-solving and innovation, and seek systems that work with your brain, not against it, to turn challenges into unique advantages.