An ADHD Entrepreneur’s Journey: From Financial Chaos to Calm
Let’s talk about something that’s as unavoidable as being an entrepreneur: managing your business finances! You might think: “Oh yeah, I’ve been avoiding mine for years!” And if that is the case, you are not alone. BUT, I bet that while you may be trying to avoid them, they are hanging over your head and stressing you out!
So, how can you reduce stress around your business finances? I’ve got good news and bad news!
The good news is that you’re in the right place to get help, so you don’t have to do it alone!
The bad news is that it’s gonna be a lot of work, and it will be hard AF!
But if you don’t take the time and effort now, it will eventually come back to bite you in the a$$, and that’s not something we want to happen, so let’s get to it!
Imagine this for a second. What if you woke up tomorrow, grabbed your favourite coffee, and felt…peaceful about your finances? No sinking dread, no racing thoughts about unpaid bills or tax deadlines. Just clarity and confidence. Sounds dreamy, right? Well, it’s possible. Let me show you what’s on the other side of that financial fog.
Breaking Free from the Guilt Spiral
First things first, let’s ditch the guilt. ADHD isn’t a flaw; it’s part of who you are, and it comes with its own set of challenges. Struggling with money doesn’t reflect your character; it’s just a skill you haven’t mastered yet. And mastering your money as an ADHDer is often a longer path because we have to avoid all the potholes (aka: all the advice that doesn’t work for our brains.)
When you stop beating yourself up and start believing you can change your financial story, that is where the true results start to shine through!
Here’s the truth: there’s nothing wrong with you. There’s just a system that doesn’t fit your unique brain. And guess what? Systems can be rewritten. You don’t need to fit into some cookie-cutter financial systems. You get to design your own roadmap.
Picture This: Calm, Controlled Finances
Let’s dream for a moment. Picture a life where:
Your bills are paid on time without you lifting a finger.
You have money set aside for taxes, savings, and you can easily see where you stand financially.
Debt no longer feels like a weight dragging you down—it’s just a manageable number you’re chipping away at.
Your business finances are so clear, you could explain them to a stranger without breaking a sweat.
This isn’t some unattainable goal reserved for "other people." This can be you. And no, you don’t have to overhaul your entire life to make it happen. Small changes, when they fit your ADHD brain, lead to big results.
The ADHD Advantage
You might not realize it, but your ADHD can give you a leg up when it comes to money. Your creativity? That’s what makes you a kickass entrepreneur in the first place, right? Your hyperfocus mode is perfect for tackling those big financial goals, once you have the right strategies in place.
What if you stopped viewing your ADHD as a barrier and started seeing it as the reason you’re uniquely equipped to handle your finances in a way no one else can?
Five Quick Steps to Take Your Finances from Chaos to Calm
Here are five steps you can take in less than 15 minutes to start gaining control over your finances:
Brain Dump Your Financial To-Do List: Grab a piece of paper or open a note on your phone and list every financial task swirling in your head. From paying bills to checking your bank balance, getting it out of your brain is the first step to organizing it.
Set One Automatic Payment: The goal is to automate as many bills and recurring expenses as possible on the business and personal side. Start with one today. Then, next month, automate one more bill or payment. Take it one step at a time until everything that can be automated is. Bonus Step: Partner this with looking at your big financial picture by creating a personal and business budget! I have free resources that can help you with that!
Check Your Bank Balance Daily: Make it a habit to glance at your accounts every morning. It takes less than a minute but keeps you grounded in reality instead of letting financial chaos spiral in your mind.
Create a Money Safe Zone: Designate a specific time and place where you’ll handle finances. Even setting a 10-minute timer to organize receipts or review income can help you build a positive routine around money. Setting a reminder or alarm on your phone can help keep this top of mind.
Celebrate One Win: Reflect on something you’ve done well financially—maybe you paid off a small debt or signed a new client. Celebrating small victories keeps you motivated and reminds you that progress is happening.
Your Next Step
Here’s the deal: change starts with one decision. You don’t have to figure everything out today. But what if you took one step? Maybe it’s checking out more of my content for bite-sized tips that fit your ADHD brain. Maybe it’s booking a call with me so we can see if we are a good fit to work on this together. Whatever it is, know this: you’re capable of so much more than you think.
Your financial chaos doesn’t have to define you. You’ve got what it takes to turn things around. And when you do? That’s when you’ll unlock the freedom, confidence, and peace you’ve been craving.
Let’s make it happen—together.
