The Sweet Spot for ADHD

Let's talk about planning with ADHD.

This can really feel like walking a tightrope.

Plan too far ahead, and we’re overwhelmed.

Too short-sighted, and we’re just putting out fires without making real progress.

After many years of working with clients, I’ve found that the sweet spot for ADHD planning is in 24- to 48-hour blocks.

Here’s why:

➝ When we try to plan for an entire week, it’s a lot to juggle at once, and we often end up procrastinating or simply feeling defeated before we even start.

➝ On the flip side, focusing only on the next hour doesn’t give us enough foresight. We'll just tackle what’s immediately in front of us, but we’re not making real progress on what matters.

But if you narrow your focus to the next 24 to 48 hours, you strike a balance.

It's just enough time to see the bigger picture and make intentional choices but not so much that it feels like you’re carrying the weight of the week on your shoulders.

Here’s how you can make it work:

1️⃣ Set 2-3 Priorities: Define what really needs your focus over the next day or two.

2️⃣ Time Block: Allocate specific times for each task, giving yourself a clear structure (But don't be too specific with your timeblocks - block categories NOT specific tasks).

3️⃣ Re-evaluate Often: At the end of each block, adjust based on what you accomplished, and shift as needed for the next 24-48 hours.

Give it a try, and you’ll see how effective this is.

Want me to dive into your planning strategies 1:1 to create something that works for you? Grab a 30-minute deep dive call with me here.

📍P.S. if you know you need help and you’re serious about making change to your ADHD and your business. I’ve just opened new spots for seats for November’s cohort of my 90-day ADHD entrepreneur accelerator (also for high achievers with ADHD). Grab some time with me to learn more.