174: When Your Story Feels Too Messy to Share: Why ADHD Entrepreneurs Need to Own Their Visibility
Perfect Doesn’t Sell—Presence Does: How Alyece’s Messy Launch Became Her Most Profitable Yet
If you’ve ever...
Deleted a post because it didn’t “sound professional enough,”
Rewritten the same caption 12 times but couldn’t hit publish,
Looked at a photo of yourself and thought, “This isn’t polished enough to post,”
This episode is for you.
Episode 174 of The ADHD CEO Show: Raw, Real, and Ridiculously Resonant
In this powerful episode, host Alyece Smith gets brutally honest about what really keeps ADHD entrepreneurs stuck in visibility avoidance—and shares how she built her most successful launch ever with typo-filled captions, neck surgery selfies, and zero Canva templates in sight.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
1️⃣ Why “Polished” is Killing Your Presence
Alyece shares a relatable story: spending 45 minutes rewriting a single Facebook post—not because it wasn’t good, but because she was subconsciously masking.
“I didn’t recognize my own voice anymore. It read like a Hallmark card read by a robot on a caffeine binge.”
She explains why trying to “sound smart” online only creates disconnection...and how to stop filtering your voice out of your own brand.
2️⃣ The Truth About ADHD + Visibility Avoidance
Learn how rejection sensitivity, executive dysfunction, and perfectionism collide to create a pattern of almost posting—but never publishing.
“You’re not too chaotic to lead. You’re proof that leadership looks different when it’s real.”
This is a must-hear if you’ve ever spiraled before hitting “share.”
3️⃣ How I Had My Most Profitable Launch—In a Neck Brace
Alyece walks through the gritty details of a launch that succeeded not in spite of her messy season, but because of it. No fancy reels. No glossy branding. Just iPhone photos from the hospital and captions written in bed. And it converted.
“People don’t need a superhero. They need a human they can trust.”
Why? Authenticity builds trust—and trust builds empires.
4️⃣ How to Rebuild Visibility with Rhythm (Even if You’re Burnt Out)
Inside this episode, you’ll learn real, ADHD-friendly strategies to rebuild your visibility:
✅ Stop waiting for the “after” story.
✅ Share belief before proof.
✅ Show your process, not just your polish.
✅ Measure connection—not collapse.
“You’re not behind. You’re not broken. You’re just not being witnessed yet.”
Resources & Links Mentioned:
📘 What Now, Mama? – Alyece’s new book for autism moms navigating early diagnosis. Available on Amazon (Kindle just $0.99 for launch week).
📣 The No B.S. ADHD CEO PODCAST – Private Podcast Episode YOU NEED.
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📓 Focused & Free Membership – Build visibility, create content with safety, and get seen without burning out.
If your story feels too messy to share, you’re probably exactly where your next level starts.
This episode is your reminder that the business you want doesn’t need a better algorithm or aesthetic. It needs more of you.
👇 Ready to Build Momentum That Doesn’t Wait on Motivation?
If you’ve been circling ADHDPreneur Academy™ or thinking about working with me inside my membership... this is your sign.
✅ You don’t need another course.
✅ You don’t need perfect clarity.
✅ You need accountability and a strategy that works with your brain.
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✍️ Quick Episode Highlights (for Skimmers)
“Authenticity doesn’t repel money—it magnetizes it.”
“I stopped waiting to be perfect. I started showing belief before results.”
“If you’re measuring success by claps, just know… those run out.”
“I built a business to create margin. That margin let me write a book that changes lives.”
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🎧 Listen Now: Episode 174
Title: When Your Story Feels Too Messy To Share: Why ADHD Entrepreneurs Need to Own Their Visibility
Host: Alyece Smith (@theadhdceo)
Screenshot this episode, share your biggest shift, and tag @theadhdceo — I want to celebrate your move.
Final Thoughts: Your ADHD Is Your Superpower, Not a Weakness
Selling your offer doesn’t have to feel overwhelming—but you need a strategy that actually works for your brain.
Which of these ADHD-friendly sales tips are you trying first? Let me know in the comments or DM me on Instagram (@socially.ausome)!
📌 Loved this episode? Share a screenshot on IG stories and tag @socially.ausome so I can shout you out! Your support helps more ADHD entrepreneurs find this content and finally build the business they deserve.
See you inside the next episode of The ADHD CEO. 🚀
