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jljaina's review against another edition
1.0
Ugh. This is not a help book. This is a "Look at me" pat on the back the author has created for himself. What little actual advice there is so super generic. Seriously, short of references to others with ADHD this has little to nothing to actually do with how to work with this disorder. It didn't give any insights to what to do for coping mechanisms. I would have loved that. Or maybe a way to explain what ADHD is like for another. I always find that impossible. OR how to get through a job that isn't a dream fit. I mean I guess if you have great parents, amazing friends, a supportive spouse and can have that dream career this book might be relatable. But if you struggle with any of these, if felt foreign.
This is super dry and just dragged on. Like seriously how DARE you try to even ask someone who is seeking advice for their ADHD ask them to struggle through this. GRRR... This book actually has irritated me. Honestly, short, brief and engaging are the to rules for those with ADHD. How can you fail at all three?!
This is super dry and just dragged on. Like seriously how DARE you try to even ask someone who is seeking advice for their ADHD ask them to struggle through this. GRRR... This book actually has irritated me. Honestly, short, brief and engaging are the to rules for those with ADHD. How can you fail at all three?!
lennareem's review against another edition
2.0
Premise of this book: five stars.
Execution of this book: two stars.
This was not well written. If almost reads like a report for a class at times, and I stopped counting typos and grammatical errors a couple chapters in.
I almost completely gave up on this after the first two chapters because the author crossed the fine line between describing his successes and sounding cocky. It was off putting, but I stuck with the book because I do want to learn more about ADHD and how others have made it work for them.
There were some good insights for me, and some of the general themes that emerged were helpful for me to think about. I just wish this were a more comprehensive look at successful adults with ADHD, as the people he profiled in this book were essentially of the same demographics and not a realistic representation.
Execution of this book: two stars.
This was not well written. If almost reads like a report for a class at times, and I stopped counting typos and grammatical errors a couple chapters in.
I almost completely gave up on this after the first two chapters because the author crossed the fine line between describing his successes and sounding cocky. It was off putting, but I stuck with the book because I do want to learn more about ADHD and how others have made it work for them.
There were some good insights for me, and some of the general themes that emerged were helpful for me to think about. I just wish this were a more comprehensive look at successful adults with ADHD, as the people he profiled in this book were essentially of the same demographics and not a realistic representation.
balfiere's review against another edition
Too repetitive, and the key takeaways (stick to a routine, sleep at the same time every day, work out, meditate, do what you love, build a support network, etc.) could've been a blog post at most. I assumed there would be more actionable ideas based on the title. Instead it was mostly interviews from "successful" adults with ADHD which consisted of detailing their troubles in childhood, their business success (mostly as an entrepreneur) as an adult, and skipping over any sort of struggle in between. Would only recommend if reading such stories would be motivational or inspirational to you; if you're looking for methods on managing ADHD I would skip.
elysehamel's review against another edition
2.0
If this book is to be believed, 90% of those who have ADHD are successful entrepreneurs who did poorly in school. Its specific lens can make it hard to relate to many of the stories. Because of this and because of its scattered, often repetitive structure, it’s better read as a stream of thought collection of individual life experiences than as an accessible toolkit. Finally, although the author repeatedly says people should not hesitate to talk to a doctor about whether medication is good for them, an anti-medication bias nonetheless seeps through.
rogueblackwood's review against another edition
2.0
This is mostly anecdotal. If you've done any reading on executive functions or productivity in general it's about the same advice.
I was hoping for more clear directions or exercises to try. Types of organization that works for others with adhd. Instead, it's mostly stories of people being successful and finding what works for them.
Also, it seems more geared to extrovert adhd people than introverts. It's heavily focused on support people in your life. Which for an introverted solopreneur that's not helpful.
If you're looking for stories to relate to you may find some of that here though.
I was hoping for more clear directions or exercises to try. Types of organization that works for others with adhd. Instead, it's mostly stories of people being successful and finding what works for them.
Also, it seems more geared to extrovert adhd people than introverts. It's heavily focused on support people in your life. Which for an introverted solopreneur that's not helpful.
If you're looking for stories to relate to you may find some of that here though.
melloftheball's review against another edition
4.0
I liked this book a lot. The author clearly did their research and had interviewed a lot of other people with ADD/ADHD to get their perspectives. It was really interesting to read about people who were really utilizing their ADHD as a gift. There was a lot of really great advice in the book as well.
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