Skye Waterson Talks About ADHD, Attention, and Building Systems That Actually Work

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A Productive Conversation

Mike Vardy

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Hosted by productivity strategist Mike Vardy, A Productive Conversation offers insightful discussions on how to craft a life that aligns with your intentions. Each episode dives into the art of time devotion, productiveness, and refining your approach to daily living. Mike invites guests who are thinkers, doers, and creators to share their strategies for working smarter and living more intentionally. From practical tips to deep dives on mindset shifts, this podcast will help you reframe your relationship with time and find balance in a busy world. Subscribe and join the conversation—because a productive life is more than just getting things done.

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Skye Waterson Talks About ADHD, Attention, and Building Systems That Actually Work

A Productive Conversation

39 minutes

2 weeks ago

Skye Waterson Talks About ADHD, Attention, and Building Systems That Actually Work

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When you’re managing ADHD—or simply navigating the distractions of modern life—traditional productivity tools often fall short. My guest, Skye Waterson, knows this better than most. A former academic turned ADHD coach and founder of Unconventional Organisation, Skye has helped hundreds of professionals—from entrepreneurs to executives—craft systems that support their unique brains instead of fighting against them.

In this conversation, Skye and I explore the science behind ADHD, the myths that persist around productivity, and how to design frameworks that meet you where you are. Whether you’ve been diagnosed, suspect you might have ADHD, or simply want to focus better in a world full of noise, this episode offers practical wisdom grounded in research and real experience.

Six Discussion Points

The turning point during Skye’s PhD that led to her ADHD diagnosis—and her shift from academia to coaching.
Why common productivity systems like the Pomodoro Technique aren’t built for ADHD brains.
How dopamine differences influence motivation, focus, and task initiation.
The “Focus Formula” method Skye teaches high-achieving clients to identify what’s truly urgent and important.
The role of transitions, zones, and small “dopamine boosters” in sustaining attention.
How leadership and neurodiversity intersect—and why we need more research on ADHD in executive roles.

Three Connection Points

Talking with Skye reminded me that productivity is never one-size-fits-all—it’s about alignment, not conformity. Her evidence-based yet deeply human approach to ADHD management offers lessons anyone can apply: simplify, start small, and give yourself permission to work with your brain, not against it.

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