ADHD POWER with Nicola Flückiger

#092: Jim Rohn said, "Reading is essential for those who seek to rise above the ordinary." I found out that reading has made my life much better. It helps me understand why people do what they do and teaches me how to live a better and more meaningful life. In today's episode, I want to share five big ideas from five non-fiction books I've read. I'll tell you the most important thing from each book, or something that really stayed with me and made my life better. Enjoy!Resources "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill"Serve to Win" by Novak Djokovic"Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life" by Jordan B. Peterson"Small Giants: Companies That Choose to Be Great Instead of Big" by Bo Burlingham"The Obstacle Is the Way" by Ryan HolidayFollow Nicola FlückigerInstagram  LinkedInListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.

#092: It is often difficult for people to discover their passion in life, and I was no exception. In this episode, I will be sharing with you how I found my calling. From my personal experience, it seems that passion is not something that is found, but rather developed through a series of trials and errors. I hope you enjoy listening to my story!Resources Self Authoring SuiteFollow Nicola FlückigerInstagram  LinkedInListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.

#091: If we don't regularly tidy up our productivity system, things can get really messy and hard to handle. Today, I'll share something called the Weekly Review. It's a method that has helped a lot of people, including me, to stay organized. Enjoy listening!Resources GTD Weekly Review TemplateAli Abdaal Getting Things Done by David Allen How to Choose the Perfect Note-Taking AppFollow Nicola FlückigerInstagram  LinkedInListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.

#090: In this episode, I propose an alternative to the common tendency of blaming others for our negative emotions and mistakes. This alternative approach empowers us to take control of our lives and shift our focus from problems to solutions. Enjoy listening!Resources The 7 Habits of Highly Effective PeopleMan's Search for MeaningFollow Nicola FlückigerInstagram  Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.

#089: In this episode, explore 10 life-changing rules from Dr. Jordan B. Peterson, from his bestselling books 12 Rules for Life and Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life. Dr. Jordan B. Peterson is a renowned psychologist, author, and online educator. Enjoy listening!Resources Dr. Jordan B. Peterson 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to ChaosBeyond Order: 12 More Rules for LifeMy Old YouTube ChannelAlex HormoziThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective PeopleFollow Nicola FlückigerInstagram  Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.

#088: In this episode, I share five lessons I've learned from Alex Hormozi to live a more productive life. Enjoy listening!Resources Alex HormoziDavid Goggins: How to Build Immense Inner StrengthThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective PeopleAtomic Habits12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to ChaosSolve for HappyFollow Nicola FlückigerInstagram  Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.

#087: Back in high school, I almost exclusively aimed for the outcome, ending up unsatisfied in the present moment. In this episode, I offer an alternative that served me well in achieving my goals while feeling good on the way to the outcome. Enjoy listening!Resources Rick Rubin: Protocols to Access Creative Energy and ProcessAlex HormoziFollow Nicola FlückigerInstagram  Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.

#086: Establishing and maintaining healthy habits can be difficult. This episode provides strategies for consistency. Enjoy listening!Resources Alex HormoziAtomic Habits by James ClearChris WilliamsonFollow Nicola FlückigerInstagram  Free Community, Courses, and SupportADHD Procrastination BreakersListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.

#085: Most people give more weight to the negative than the positive. In this episode, I explain how we can use this to our advantage to overcome procrastination. Enjoy listening!Resources Albert EinsteinEpisode #079 with my boss Stefan BaerSteven BartlettRichard BransonIKEA founderDavid Neeleman#047: ADHD Your Entrepreneurial Superpower! Prof. Dr. Isabella HatakAtomic Habits by James ClearFollow Nicola FlückigerInstagram  Free Community, Courses, and SupportADHD Procrastination BreakersListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.

#084: Many of us with ADHD are overwhelmed, we focus on the wrong things, or suffer from perfectionism. In this episode, I share with you the key ideas of 4 of my Instagram posts that have helped me to create good conditions for success. These practices supported me in gaining clarity on who I wanted to become to turn ADHD into a true high-performance asset for peak productivity. Enjoy listening!Resources Faster Than Normal by Peter ShankmanAtomic Habits by James ClearAlex HormoziCal NewportFollow Nicola FlückigerInstagram  Free Community, Courses, and SupportADHD Procrastination BreakersListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.

#083: As a novelty-loving ADHDer, I have let more and more apps and technologies into my life for years without questioning whether they actually make my life easier. In this episode, I offer a practical solution to decluttering our digital lives in order to free up energy for the really important things. Enjoy listening!Resources Digital Minimalism by Cal NewportEvernote (Note-Taking App)Things (To-Do List App)Todoist (To-Do List App)Trello (To-Do List App)Google CalendarFollow Nicola FlückigerInstagram  Free Community, Courses, and MoreADHD Procrastination BreakersListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.

#082: Living with ADHD can be challenging. It was like that for me for years until I learned to use this condition to my advantage. In this episode, I share with you 3 steps that helped me to effectively utilize the strengths of ADHD while reducing the negative aspects. Enjoy listening!Resources ADHD Explained by Edward HallowellThe Perfect Note-Taking App by Ali AbdaalDavid AllenTimestamps(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:32) About Me(00:01:11) Feeling Different(00:02:24) The Need for a New Name(00:03:35) Healing Our Relationship to the Word(00:06:50) Realizing Non-Linear Thinking(00:08:45) Taking Notes: Step 1(00:09:32) Taking Notes: Step 2(00:11:46) Taking Notes: Step 3(00:12:14) ConclusionFollow Nicola FlückigerInstagram  Free Community, Courses, and MoreADHD Procrastination BreakersListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.

#081: Leo Kösters is the founder of beyond-you.net, a psychology student and social scientist.In our busy world today, people don't talk much about mental health. It's often misunderstood and judged wrongly, even though we know a lot more about the mind and brain now. So, how can we then improve mental health in the population? How can we include third-world countries in that endeavor?  Expect to learn how Leo wants to improve mental health worldwide, 3 lessons from his ADHD journey, the connection between ADHD and unconventionality, three books that have greatly influenced his life, his favorite failure from the past, and much more. Connect with Leo KöstersLinkedInInstagramTwitterbeyond-you.netResources Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor FranklElon MuskJack DorseyBig 5 personality test by Dr. Jordan PetersonDr. Jordan PetersonTim FerrissThe 4-Hour Workweek by Tim FerrissHow to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie12 Rules for Life by Jordan PetersonTimestamps(00:01:50) Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl.(00:07:26) 3 lessons from his ADHD journey.(00:14:16) ADHD and unconventionality.(00:18:48) Elon Musk.(00:20:55) ADHD and sensitivity. (00:32:14) His favorite failure. (00:33:57) How he reduces overwhelm.(00:35:54) Practicing gratitude. (00:40:55) How we try to make a positive impact on this planet. (00:46:44) Marketing, sales, and acting from abundance.(00:54:18) 3 traits of the ultra successful. (00:55:06) About his start-up, beyond-you.net.(01:06:40) Third-world countries.(01:10:51) Questions by Tim Ferriss.(01:17:30) Support Leo. Episode Clarifications and Corrections(00:03:26) - Correction: The individuals discussed are not in jail but in a psychiatric hospital, where they have been legally mandated to stay.(00:32:40) - Clarification: When I said "now I am," I meant to say "now I am not."(00:38:40) - Amendment: I misspoke regarding global socio-economic tiers. The correct term should be "first world," not "third world."(00:39:40) - Fact Check: The current minimum wage in Nigeria is approximately 65 dollars per month.(00:55:00) - Misconception Addressed: The term "Napoleon complex" does not imply a belief in achieving more than others. It refers to a theory suggesting that shorter individuals exhibit aggressive and domineering behavior to compensate for their height. Recent research, however, has debunked this theory.Follow Nicola FlückigerInstagram   Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.

#080: In this episode, I share my personal journey of building healthy habits, focusing on my gym journey and how it helped me with my ADHD. I discuss the importance of consistency and playing the long game when it comes to maintaining habits. I also touch on the impact of nutrition and the challenges of transitioning to a new language for my podcast. Enjoy listening!Follow Nicola FlückigerInstagram Free Program (Kickoff New Class: 01/21/2024)Crush ADHD Procrastination In 7 DaysTimestamps(00:00:00) Background Story(01:05:00) Gym Journey(02:31:00) ADHD Journey(03:46:00) First Time in the Gym(04:49:00) Motivation and Accountability(05:29:00) Fluctuations in Consistency(07:48:00) The Ultimate Goal(08:20:00) Playing the Long Game(10:13:00) The Importance of Staying in Shape(11:48:00) The Long Game Approach(13:51:00) The Positive Feedback Loop(15:03:00) Defining Daily Inputs(15:34:00) Applying the Concept to Your Life(16:15:00) Eating Healthy and Energy Levels(16:55:00) Resolving ADHD SymptomsListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.

#079: In this episode, my guest is Stefan Baer, the chief operating officer (COO) of Stadler Rail US, a Swiss railway rolling stock manufacturer. Having a deep relationship with your own employees can be challenging as an executive, especially if you lead hundreds of people like Stefan. However, Stefan has found a routine that has dramatically elevated the bond with his team.Expect to learn the three characteristics of Stefan as a COO, what a typical day in the life of a COO looks like, the first time speaking in front of a huge crowd as an executive, how to become good at math, how to set the right priorities as a manager, what skip-level interviews are, his career at STADLER RAIL and much more. Connect with Stefan BaerLinkedInResourcesCal Newport: "Follow Your Passion" Is Bad AdviceAtomic Habits by James ClearThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen CoveyDavid GogginsHow I Developed Confidence (Alex Hormozi)My German interview with the CEO of the SPAETER Group, Thomas FreulerWhat Is a Skip-Level Meeting? (And How to Prepare for One)$100M Leads by Alex Hormozi3 Traits of the Most SuccessfulDeep Work by Cal NewportTimestamps(00:02:00) The relationship between a sense of urgency and success.(00:10:30) Why did he start an apprenticeship as an automation technician?(00:16:20) How to follow through.(00:25:40) Identity, growth mindset, and how to become good at math.(00:31:20) Reflecting on actions and being able to admit mistakes.(00:41:00) Is it a personal issue or task-related? (00:44:03) Being a service manager at ABB. (00:52:40) His ice hockey journey and its impact on his career. (01:07:50) Carl Jung's psychological theory and what drives Stefan as a COO at STADLER RAIL.(01:16:27) How to set the right priorities as an executive and make things transparent. (01:21:46) The first time speaking in front of a huge crowd as a COO.(01:25:03) Three characteristics of Stefan as a COO.(01:31:55) Skip-level interviews.(01:41:19) About his engineering education. (01:49:24) His career at STADLER RAIL and pursuing an Executive MBA. (01:58:25) His success habits to perform high as an executive. (02:07:37) A typical day in the life of a COO and what provides mental stimulation. (02:15:05) Advice to 20-year-old Stefan.(02:18:40) Three life lessons he would like to be remembered for. Follow Nicola FlückigerInstagram Free Program7-Day ADHD Action AcceleratorListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.

#078: In this episode, I share with you my most important lessons that have improved my life with ADHD in 2023. These are lessons that I had the opportunity to learn not only this year but also in previous years. I wish you a successful year in 2024 and thank you for your fantastic support! Enjoy listening!ADHD POWER LINKSMaximize New Year's Momentum: 7-Day ADHD Action Accelerator (Free!) Instagram 

#077: In this episode, I discuss the importance of finding meaningful pursuits and share practical strategies for maximizing focus and efficiency. Enjoy listening!ADHD POWER LINKSCrush ADHD Procrastination in 7 Days (Free!) Instagram Timestamps(00:00:00) Introduction(00:02:25) Making the Most of 24 Hours(00:03:14) My Journey into Productivity(00:06:26) The Quest for Efficiency(00:08:20) The Power of Maximum Focus(00:09:15) Creating an Optimal Work Environment(00:10:13) From Blog to Podcast(00:11:59) The Importance of Creative Outlets(00:13:34) Finding Your Passion(00:15:31) Enjoying the Process of Productivity(00:18:43) The Power of Daily Planning(00:19:43) The Benefits of Micro Planning(00:24:04) Harnessing Deep Work Sessions(00:25:14) The Practice of Task Batching(00:28:13) The Distraction Log Technique

#076: In this episode,  I discuss the importance of making daily choices and limiting situations that trigger destructive behavior. I also explore the role of environment in building positive habits and share practical tips for managing ADHD. Enjoy listening!ADHD POWER LINKS7-Day ADHD Action Accelerator (Free!)Instagram SourcesAlex HormoziAtomic Habits by James ClearTimestamps(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:27) The Power of Daily Choices(00:01:24) Limiting Destructive Behavior(00:05:06) Creating a Productive Environment(00:11:18) Building Positive Habits(00:15:10) Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone

#075: In this episode, I share my personal journey and provide valuable insights on how to make informed decisions when you have ADHD. I share four steps to making good decisions, including getting enough sleep, being well-fed, changing your environment, and deciding from a place of abundance. Enjoy listening!ADHD POWER LINKS7-Day ADHD Action Accelerator (Free!)Instagram SourcesThe Game w/ Alex Hormozi Timestamps(00:00:39) Choosing Between Options(00:02:30) Productivity Techniques(00:05:23) Step 1: Getting Enough Sleep(00:09:01) Step 2: Eating Well(00:11:28) Step 3: Changing Environment(00:13:21) Step 4: Deciding from Abundance(00:15:03) Summary

#074: In this episode, I show you how I manage my time as someone with ADHD. More specifically, you can expect 5 tips on how to get more out of your time. Well, we all have the same 24 hours available. The question now is, how can we use these 24 hours effectively? And even more importantly, how can we manage our time so that we are happy and healthy and do the important things, while also meeting urgent obligations? I can't give you a definitive answer, but I can show you 5 tips from my life that have helped me on my ADHD journey to get more out of my time. Enjoy listening!ADHD POWER LINKSJoin Free ProgramInstagram SourcesDeep Work by Cal NewportGetting Things Done by David AllenTimestamps(00:00:01) Time Management and ADHD(00:10:49) Task Batching and Time Blocking Power(00:20:42) Power of Structure, Discipline(00:28:03) The Power of Saying No