Entrepreneurs with ADHD often walk a fine line between passion that propels their business forward and emotional dysregulation that can derail it. In this insightful piece, Diann Wingert explores how understanding the difference—and building the right emotional scaffolding—can turn intensity into a competitive advantage. From recognizing early warning signs to creating structures that protect your decision-making, she offers actionable strategies for thriving in business without sacrificing mental well-being. By embracing neurodiversity and mastering emotional regulation, you can transform your most intense feelings into sustainable success drivers.

Leading a team as a neurodivergent business owner can feel overwhelming, especially in female-dominated industries where the pressure to do it all is high. In this Client Success Story, Kirsten Beukes, owner of an OT group practice in South Africa, shares how learning to embrace her ADHD has completely reshaped the way she leads. Instead of pushing herself harder, she discovered the power of stepping back—creating Owner Days for strategic thinking, setting boundaries that prevent burnout, and learning to separate her identity from her business.

Her story is a powerful reminder that ADHD leaders don’t need to fight their wiring—they can thrive by aligning their leadership style with their strengths. From cultivating self-acceptance to empowering her team, Kirsten’s journey shows how working with your neurodivergence opens the door to growth, balance, and joy.