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Could your personal hurdles be the secret to your success? Host Maegan Megginson explores this idea with Paulette Perhach, an author and writing coach who has turned her lifelong journey with ADHD into a powerful strength. Join Maegan and Paulette as they explore the ways ADHD has impacted Paulette’s career and life. Although Paulette’s official ADHD diagnosis came only a few years ago, she has spent time and energy throughout her life finding ways to channel what works for her. 

Paulette shares her personal strategies for how she stays organized and productive. By combining structure with creative freedom, Paulette has built a business that leverages her strengths and helps others achieve their goals. Her journey highlights how embracing neurodiversity can lead to extraordinary innovation and satisfaction.

In this episode, Paulette will share:

• Her professional journey as a writer and coach (00:00) 
• How Paulette navigated ADHD’s impact on family and school life (09:25) 
• Why you should embrace self-education and growth (15:54) 
• How one wild interview led to Paulette’s realization that she had ADHD (27:56) 
• Navigating the emotional impact of an ADHD diagnosis as an adult (31:16) 
• Paulette’s main coping strategies (+ why she publicizes her rejections) (36:40) 
• How to “Harness ADHD’s Wild Horse Power” as a creative business owner (50:52)

Whether you have ADHD, know someone who does, or are simply interested in transforming personal challenges into strengths, this episode is packed with valuable insights and inspiration. 

Tune in to learn how Paulette has harnessed her ADHD to create a fulfilling life and a successful business that resonates with her passions. Listen now to see how you can transform your own hurdles into assets for a more purposeful and rewarding life.

Meet The Guest 

Paulette Perhach 

Paulette Perhach is a widely published author whose work has appeared in outlets like The New York Times, The Washington Post, and McSweeney’s, and she is known for her viral essays and book Welcome to the Writer’s Life. She coaches writers, leads meditation and writing sessions, and has earned accolades such as the Hugo House fellowship and a nomination for Best of the Net.

Mentioned In This Episode:

• Get a free half-hour Writer’s Workflow and Organization Consultation with Paulette!
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