Jet Blue founder David Neeleman recently made it clear that if there were suddenly a pill that would cure him of his ADD he would absolutely refuse to take it.

“My ADD brain naturally searches for better ways of doing things.” 

The ADD mind in many ways thrives on novelty. We become easily bored with the status quo and are less likely to turn a blind eye to perceived holes in the current system.

Online reminder apps can be programmed to prompt users to focus on the bigger picture.

 

Independent thinking can be an enormous asset for entrepreneurs, but it also comes with it’s own unique set of risks. ADHD minds are often extremely stubborn and business relationships need a level of tact and an ability to negotiate.

Still, for many with ADHD, self-employment is the most sensible and fulfilling solution. An ADHD mind can stay focused for hours, given the subject is one that interests it. Combined with a tendency for non-linear thinking there’s a level of creativity that many people with ADD have learned to harness.

Until recently one of the biggest deterrents for would-be entrepreneurs with ADHD was the need for oversight. Time management is the bane of existence for many people with ADD. Fascinating subject matter or exciting projects can suck us into a time warp and sometimes lead to the neglect of other more pressing issues.

Fortunately today’s online reminder apps are becoming more evolved. We have Amazon’s SIRI for home use and the convenience of device applications is undeniable. Now a few of these apps are giving rise to a movement toward empowerment for ADHD patients. Using sophisticated algorithms and verbal commands we’ve stepped into the new era of digital assistants.

When you’re ready to make the leap into self-employment it’s worth you time to incorporate all the digital help that you can, along with this find a support group to help you over some of the initial hurdles.

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