In this bite-size episode of Smart ADHD, we distil the key takeaways from episode 28 with Jonathan Hassall, an ADHD and executive function coach. Jonathan shares powerful strategies to help individuals with ADHD overcome procrastination, understand the illusion of motivation, and implement practical systems to get tasks done.

In this episode, we cover four essential topics: recognizing and managing procrastination, breaking free from reactive motivation patterns, using organic calendaring to manage time and energy, and applying the CIMAA model to complete tasks reliably.

Jonathan’s insights provide practical, actionable advice to help ADHDers break the procrastination cycle, create proactive motivation strategies, and enhance productivity.

🎬 In this episode:

00:00 Introduction to Smart ADHD Bite Size

00:19 Number 1: Understanding Procrastination

01:53 Number 2: The Illusion of Motivation

03:36 Number 3: Organic Calendaring for Time and Energy

04:52 Number 4: The CIMAA Model to Get Stuff Done

06:01 Final Thoughts

🕺 More about Jonathan Hassall

Jonathan Hassall is an ADHD and executive function coach, speaker, and author. Based in Brisbane, Australia, Jonathan works with clients worldwide to help them develop practical strategies to navigate life with ADHD. He co-authored Decoding Doing: ADHD Solutions for Procrastination with Madeleine O’Reilly and specializes in turning complex ADHD challenges into achievable steps for success.

🤗 Connect with Jonathan Hassall:

Website: https://connectadhd.com

🎤 About the Smart ADHD Podcast

The Smart ADHD Podcast is dedicated to creatives, entrepreneurs, and business owners navigating life with ADHD. We celebrate unique minds, exploring strategies to improve focus, unleash creativity, and live a balanced, fulfilling life. Join us as we tackle both the challenges and the positives of living with ADHD.

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🕺 More about Ian Anderson Gray

Ian Anderson Gray is the founder of the Confident Live Marketing Academy and host of the Confident Live Marketing Podcast. With a background in public speaking, live video, and tech, Ian helps entrepreneurs confidently use live video. He’s also a professional singer and tech enthusiast based near Manchester, UK.

🤗 Connect with Ian:

Website: https://iag.me/

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/iagdotme

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ianandersongray

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianandersongray/

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Smart ADHD Bitesize: Procrastination and Motivation