How AI Helps Me Work With My ADHD Brain As An Entrepeneur

If you’re anything like me, your brain is always going. Thoughts move fast. Ideas come in hot. And then, without warning… everything freezes. Hello, executive dysfunction.

This is one of the hardest parts of living and working with ADHD, especially as an entrepreneur. You have the vision, you want to take action, but when it comes time to do the thing, your brain locks up. Suddenly, you’re overwhelmed, frozen, and staring at the screen wondering where to start.

For years, I used to shame myself for this. I thought if I just planned better, focused harder, woke up earlier, I’d somehow push through. But the truth is, this is how my brain is wired. I don’t need to “fix” it. I need tools that support the way I naturally function.

And that’s what AI has become for me, a cognitive support tool that helps me start.

It’s Not Just a Time-Saver. It’s a Thought Organizer.

When I hit a wall, it’s rarely because I don’t know what I want. It’s because I have too many ideas, too many tabs open (literally and mentally), and I can’t figure out what to prioritize.

AI helps me process those swirling thoughts and turn them into something I can see. I’ll write a jumbled paragraph explaining what I’m trying to create, whether it’s a campaign, an offer, or a to-do list, and AI breaks it down for me clearly. It mirrors back what I already know, but can’t always articulate. It helps me say, “Oh, right. That’s what I meant.”

It Helps Me Move Out of Paralysis and Into Motion

Sometimes the hardest part isn’t even the task, it’s deciding what the task is. AI helps me zoom out, make sense of the chaos, and then zoom in again on something small I can actually do. When I’m paralyzed by choices, I’ll ask it to help me break things down into bite-sized next steps. Not just “write the email,” but:

• Draft the subject line

• Choose a CTA

• Write a first sentence

• Add a story or hook

  
  

Suddenly, I have options. I have clarity. I can pick one small task and do it.

That momentum is everything when you’re working with an ADHD brain.

It’s Like a Project Manager That Doesn’t Judge You for Forgetting

Let’s be real, task managers, post-its, and colour-coded boards only work when you actually remember to use them. But AI? I can open a chat, brain-dump what I’ve missed, and have it help me reorganize everything again. No shame. No “you should’ve done this earlier.” Just support.

It reminds me of things I’ve said before, pulls from earlier thoughts, and helps me reconnect with ideas I was excited about (but forgot 10 seconds later).

It’s like having an assistant who remembers everything and never makes me feel behind.

AI Has Become One of My Most Trusted Tools

It’s not magic. It’s not perfect. And it definitely doesn’t replace creativity or strategy. But for my ADHD brain, it’s a lifeline.

It helps me make sense of chaos.It helps me get out of my head and into action.And most importantly, it helps me move forward without burning out.

Want to See How I Use AI in My Business Every Week?

If this resonates with you, and you’re curious how to actually use AI in a way that supports your workflow (especially if you’re neurodivergent like me), I put everything I’ve learned about utilizing AI into a step-by-step guide. It includes all the ways I utilize AI to help me keep my business on track and prevent burnout, including over 20 prompts I use myself. Because sometimes, we don’t need more willpower.We just need the right tools.

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