ADHD Entrepreneurs: Are You Ready to Increase Your Income? It's Time to See Your Numbers Clearly
Every ADHD entrepreneur I’ve ever worked with has had a moment where they said yes to something they really didn’t want to say yes to.
A client who gave you weird vibes.
Someone whose values clash with yours.
A project that drains you.
An offer that felt too low but you accepted it anyway because your brain whispered the classic anxiety line.
And all because your brain was whispering to you: We really NEED the money!
You’re not alone (because I’ve also been there). This is one of the most common patterns I see, and it often has nothing to do with your actual financial situation. It usually comes down to one thing (okay, two really): You don’t have confidence or clarity with your money.
When you don’t know exactly what to do with the money that comes into your business or know how much you need to earn to cover your business expenses, taxes, and a consistent paycheque for yourself, your brain fills in the blanks with panic. Panic makes you say yes when the real answer is F*CK NO!!
Here’s where it gets exciting. When you do know your numbers, everything shifts pretty quickly. No more fear-based decisions. No more saying yes from a place of desperation. You get to make decisions from grounded confidence and trust in yourself.
Let’s talk about how money clarity becomes one of the most empowering tools you can have as an ADHD entrepreneur.
Clear Numbers Create Stronger Boundaries
When you know exactly what you need each month to run your business and support your personal life, saying no becomes so much easier because you’re not spiralling into “what if” territory.
You’re making choices from knowledge in your number, not fear.
Picture this.
A potential client reaches out. Something feels off. They’re demanding. They’re showing red flags. Maybe the vibe just isn’t there. But your brain chimes in with
But what if you can’t afford to say no.
When you know your numbers, you already know the truth.
You know your minimum monthly revenue.
You know your tax savings are covered.
You know your paycheque isn’t riding on this one person.
Clarity gives you permission to trust yourself.
And honestly, when someone isn’t aligned with you, saying no becomes a huge gift to both of you. You’re not wasting time. You’re not wasting energy. You’re staying rooted in your values and avoiding every interaction with them that your gut is telling you you’re going to dread.
Money Clarity Reduces Shame and Avoidance
ADHD and shame are best friends when you are in money avoidance mode. The number of entrepreneurs who tell me “I’m scared to look at it” is enormous. The anxiety gets louder. Suddenly, looking at your money feels like an insurmountable task.
But once you sit down and get things organized in a way that makes sense to your brain, you realize it isn’t nearly as scary as it felt. Clarity replaces shame. And when shame shrinks, confidence grows.
Knowing Your Numbers Helps You Earn More-IT’S TRUE!!
One of the most surprising things I see with ADHD entrepreneurs who don’t know their number is under-earning. Not because they lack skill or drive. But because they’re terrified of getting hit with a tax bill they can't pay.
So instead of growing their income or increasing their prices, they hold themselves back.
When you build a simple money system that shows you exactly what you need to set aside for taxes, how much you need to keep your business running, and how much you can pay yourself, the fear melts away. It makes earning more feel exciting instead of terrifying.
Once you understand where your money goes and how future income will support your goals, your self-trust grows. That self-trust is magnetic. It genuinely boosts your confidence to call in more aligned clients, raise prices when needed, and say yes to opportunities that actually support you.
Money Clarity Helps You Manifest Instead of Panic Wish
A lot of entrepreneurs talk about manifesting more income, but manifestation without clarity and systems to manage your money is just hopeful guessing.
Manifestation with clarity is intention.
When you know your minimum revenue, your ideal revenue, and what you’ll do with that money when it arrives
Your brain shifts from “I hope this works” to “Here’s the plan.”
And plans create momentum.
Momentum creates action.
Action creates income.
There’s a big energetic difference between
“I need more money because everything feels chaotic”
and
“I’m calling in an extra two thousand this month so I can add to my emergency fund and take weekends off.”
One feels frantic.
The other feels empowered.
Money Clarity Builds a More Aligned Business
Getting clear on your numbers is not about restricting yourself or becoming “good” at money. It’s about building and understanding the foundation your business sits on so you can grow with confidence instead of fear.
Your numbers don’t need to be perfect. They just need to be known.
And when they are, you step into a very different version of yourself
The one who says no without guilt
The one who raises prices without apologizing
The one who trusts their instincts
The one who builds a business that actually supports their brain and their life
You deserve clarity.
You deserve confidence.
And you deserve a business that finally feels like it fits.
If you know you need to make changes with your money, but you’ve tried more times than you can count, one-on-one financial coaching with a coach who understands how ADHD brains work (because I have one too), I’d love to connect. The first step is to book a free consultation and make sure we’re a good fit. I also have free tools and resources to get you started if you’re looking to make changes on your own. 😊
