What if I told you that about a third of business owners, and perhaps more, have ADHD? That’s according to at least one study, and it’s not surprising because ADHD brains crave novelty and hold unique perspectives, both of which feed innovation.1, 2The ADHD-entrepreneurship connection is neurological.
The ADHD brain is starved of norepinephrine and dopamine, the neurotransmitters that contribute to feelings of alertness and satisfaction.
When these levels are low, people with ADHD seek new and stimulating activities to compensate. This is why they’re often seen as driven, enthusiastic, and creative.I’m a business owner with ADHD.
Those who work with me will tell you that I bounce around from topic to topic and can be difficult to follow. But when an idea, problem, or situation is in my line of sight, I focus on nothing else until it’s solved.