ADHD Founders

They talk about how urgent pressure can ignite intense ADHD hyperfocus and spur rapid product fixes. They describe launching NFC smart tags to streamline morning routines and demos with phone automations. Conversations cover chasing small app ideas, testing experiments for real signals like downloads and conversions, and a sly freemium trick to nudge upgrades.

They set bold themes for 2026 and pledge concrete accountability. Conversations bounce between missed startup ideas and why shipping imperfect builds momentum. There is talk of niche app virality, pivots toward media-friendly products, and practical testing strategies. Expect ADHD life-hack mishaps, medication tracking tricks, and quick picks for family calendars, nostalgic movie nights, and fidget tools.

They walk through shipping a first app to the App Store, from launch to rejection and iteration. They dig into responsive design challenges across small phones and older hardware. They debate where to draw the line on supported devices and tackle trade-offs in React Native, Xcode, and native modules. They compare release workflows, styling approaches, and the tooling that keeps product work moving.

In this episode, Jesse, Marie, and Sharon are back after a month-long unplanned hiatus—mostly because they kept forgetting what day they were supposed to record. They kick things off by handing out some awards, then they dive into a proper 2025 retrospective, talking through the big wins across our businesses. They wrap up with their favorite product picks from the year. Next episode they'll look forward to what's coming in 2026.--Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/adhd_foundersFollow us on social media:• This podcast: @adhd_founders• Jesse – @adhdjesse• Marie – @llamalife.co• Sharon – @shelpfulCheck out Wavepal: wavepal.appCheck out Llama Life: llamalife.coCheck out Shelpful: shelpful.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Here's a challenge: keep momentum through the holiday blur and actually ship those January updates. Marie, Sharon, and Jesse tackle the brutal reality of the "holiday fog," explain what ADHD January is, and how founders navigate the gap between their grand Black Friday/Cyber Monday plans and how to keep from slowing down. They also break down Sharon's "pay what you want" pricing data, the counterintuitive psychology of why people overpay for community, and why structure feels like a personal attack—all while trying to stay sane through the chaos friends and family and working through the holidays.--Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/adhd_foundersFollow us on social media:• This podcast: @adhd_founders• Jesse – @adhdjesse• Marie – @llamalife.co• Sharon – @shelpfulCheck out Wavepal: wavepal.appCheck out Llama Life: llamalife.coCheck out Shelpful: shelpful.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jesse shares his most mortifying white elephant story, then Sharon counters with tales of "Secret Santa Stalker" workplace pranks that escalated to Michael Scott-level disasters. The conversation shifts to practical ADHD gift recommendations, with the hosts sharing their favorite fidget tools, tech gear, and everyday items that actually help with focus and regulation. From the Widgy pry bar to specialized water bottles and stress balls, they offer gift ideas for the ADHD people in your life. --Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/adhd_foundersFollow us on social media:• This podcast: @adhd_founders• Jesse – @adhdjesse• Marie – @llamalife.co• Sharon – @shelpfulCheck out Wavepal: wavepal.appCheck out Llama Life: llamalife.coCheck out Shelpful: shelpful.com--Water bottles:Brumate Water bottle: https://amzn.to/4icv38BCamelBak Chute Water bottle: https://amzn.to/3LJwkYHMarie’s water bottle: https://nadasawaya.com/collections/piu-fortyFidgets/utility: Fidget Newton: https://fidgetnewton.com/?ref=kfrudiouFlippy Fidget: https://www.amazon.com/Toms-Fidgets-Flippy-Perfect-Anxiety/dp/B01MAYBTA0Widgy Pry Bar: https://countycomm.com/products/widgy-pry-bars?variant=29212773894Squishy net ball: https://amzn.to/4a6IepnTech gear:Ray-ban Meta: https://amzn.to/48a9IIareMarkable Paper Pro: https://amzn.to/48dHXyFHosts may earn a small commission if you buy products via our links ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Three founders tinker with iPhone automations, grayscale bedtime modes, and tiny friction hacks to tame distraction. They debate building apps versus using Zapier-style tools and why referral programs rarely convert. Conversation jumps from rotation locks to retention-first product metrics and the quirks of ADHD-driven problem-solving.

Creativity is key when bootstrapping a startup. The hosts discuss unconventional funding tactics, including Airbnb's cereal hustle and the power of viral lifetime deals. They dive into leveraging personal skills and community events to generate revenue. Insights on crowdfunding and the importance of showcasing non-technical wins highlight innovative funding methods. They emphasize the 'default alive' mindset to drive sustainability while forcing creative problem-solving under financial pressure.

In today's episode, Jesse and Sharon discuss exciting update for Wave Pal and Shelpful, then we present their discussion from Shimmer's ADHD Growth Summit. There so much to learn from this episode!Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/adhd_foundersFollow us on social media: • This podcast: @adhd_founders • Jesse – @adhdjesse • Marie – @llamalife.co • Sharon – @shelpfulCheck out Wavepal: wavepal.appCheck out Llama Life: llamalife.coCheck out Shelpful: shelpful.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Three ADHD entrepreneurs dive into the emotional rollercoaster of building startups, from the euphoria of landing your first unknown customer to the challenge of celebrating wins when you're wired to immediately focus on the next mountain to climb. Jesse shares his breakthrough moment with WavePal, while Sharon prepares for Shelpful's app store launch and Marie gets reinvigorated at a Stripe founder event. The conversation explores why people with ADHD struggle with goal-setting and celebrating milestones, plus practical strategies for time awareness, physical reminders, and creating sustainable habits when your brain works differently. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/adhd_foundersFollow us on social media: • This podcast: @adhd_founders • Jesse – @adhdjesse • Marie – @llamalife.co • Sharon – @shelpfulCheck out Wavepal: wavepal.appCheck out Llama Life: llamalife.coCheck out Shelpful: shelpful.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★