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Episode 176 Time Blindness and ADHD How to Stop Wasting Time - Alyece Smith host of The ADHD CEO Podcast sitting in kitchen wearing ADHD shirt

176: Time Blindness & ADHD: How to Stop Wasting Time | ADHD CEO

ADHD Business Strategy| Productivity & Time Management
September 06, 2025•4 min read
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Welcome to The ADHD CEO: Where Real-Life Strategies Meet Neurodivergence

In this relatable episode, host Alyece Smith dives into a challenge familiar to every ADHD entrepreneur: time blindness. You know the feeling—you start your day with a plan, and suddenly it’s 4 p.m. and nothing’s done. The to-do list is still staring back at you, half-finished, and you’re left wondering where the day went.

This isn’t just bad planning; it’s your ADHD brain’s unique struggle with tracking time. If you’re stuck in the cycle of “busy but not productive,” this episode is for you.

Podcast episode 173 of The ADHD CEO featuring Dr. LaChelle Wieme, titled ‘The Faith-Science Formula to Get Unstuck,’ with a smiling portrait of Dr. Wieme in a white outfit and tan hat on the right side of the teal background.

Why Time Blindness Happens

Alyece breaks down how ADHD brains struggle with time perception. Like casinos designed to keep you playing, ADHD brains “lose track” of time—leading to missed deadlines, last-minute scrambles, and endless catch-up cycles.

“It’s not laziness. It’s your brain struggling to track and manage your time.”

This struggle isn’t just frustrating; it can fuel anxiety and guilt, making it even harder to focus. When time feels like it’s slipping through your fingers, it’s easy to spiral into overwhelm and avoidance.

For more insights on ADHD productivity traps, check out Episode 169: Stuck or Scared? The Real Cost of Waiting with ADHD, where Alyece explores the perfectionism loops and mindset shifts that can help you move forward.

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Real-Life Story: From Chaos to Control

Alyece shares her own experience—and that of her students—juggling client work, marketing, and daily life. Many of us hyper-focus on perfecting a Canva post or tweaking our websites, while neglecting high-impact business tasks. It feels productive, but in reality, we’re avoiding discomfort.

If you’ve also wrestled with imposter syndrome during these moments, don’t miss Episode 175: Why You Feel Like an Imposter—and How to Break Free, which dives into ADHD and rejection-sensitive dysphoria.

Time blindness doesn’t mean you’re unproductive. It means your brain doesn’t track time like others.

Practical ADHD-Friendly Time Mastery Tools

Alyece doesn’t just describe the problem—she delivers actionable solutions that work for ADHD brains:

🔸 Visual Timers – Use apps, physical timers, or a visible clock to “see” time slipping by. Visual cues help create urgency and prevent hyperfocus traps.

🔸 Color-Coded Time Blocking – Break tasks into color-coded categories (client work, admin, personal) to quickly identify priorities and stay organized.

🔸 Micro-Deadlines – Instead of massive, overwhelming tasks, break projects into bite-sized chunks with mini-deadlines. This builds momentum and reduces decision fatigue.

🔸 Transition Rituals – Cues like a specific playlist or a simple movement (e.g., standing up, stretching) signal your brain it’s time to switch tasks.

🔸 Body Doubling – Working alongside someone—even virtually—can help ADHD brains stay engaged and accountable.

“You’re not behind—you’re just not being witnessed yet.”

These tools can help you stay focused and complete what matters most, even on chaotic days.

🎧 Listen to Episode 176 Now

The ADHD CEO Podcast: Mastering Time Blindness and Productivity with ADHD


Your ADHD Brain Needs the Right Systems

Traditional productivity methods don’t work for everyone. Alyece emphasizes that it’s not about forcing yourself to fit into neurotypical systems; it’s about designing systems that honor your brain’s unique wiring.

Systems that align with your strengths—like creativity, innovation, and adaptability—help you not only manage time but also thrive in business.

For a deeper dive into building ADHD-friendly business systems, check out Episode 173: The Faith-Science Formula to Get Unstuck (with Dr. LaChelle Wieme), where mindset meets neuroscience for powerful results.

The Power of Self-Compassion and Reframing

Alyece highlights the importance of self-compassion. ADHD isn’t a character flaw—it’s a brain difference. By acknowledging your unique needs and challenges, you can approach productivity with grace, not guilt.

Reframing “I’m so disorganized” to “I’m figuring out a system that works for me” shifts the narrative and empowers you to take consistent, imperfect action.


📚 Resources & Must-Listen Extras

🎧 Episode 169: Stuck or Scared? The Real Cost of Waiting with ADHD

🎧 Episode 175: Why You Feel Like an Imposter—and How to Break Free

🎧 Episode 173: The Faith-Science Formula to Get Unstuck (with Dr. LaChelle Wieme)

🎧 The ADHD CEO Secret Podcast: The 3 Mistakes Keeping You from $10K Months

ADHD Income Accelerator Masterclass – Learn how to build sales systems that work with your ADHD brain, happening live in July.

📲 Follow Alyece on Instagram – @socially.ausome


Final Takeaway

If you’re tired of feeling stuck in the endless loop of busy work, Episode 176 offers real, ADHD-friendly strategies to break free and build momentum.

“You’re not inconsistent. You just need a system that fits your brain.”

This isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what matters, with systems that honor your brain’s brilliance.Ready to Turn Visibility into Momentum?

If you’re nodding your head through this episode thinking “I need this kind of strategy in my business…” you're not alone.

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Alyece Smith is a mompreneur of 3 and the owner of Socially Ausome™. 

She is a certified Social Media Marketing and Branding Strategist with over seven years of experience in Digital Marketing space. 

As a podcaster and published author, she is passionate about empowering entrepreneurs to implement simple social strategies into their businesses to humanize their brand.

Alyece Smith

Alyece Smith is a mompreneur of 3 and the owner of Socially Ausome™. She is a certified Social Media Marketing and Branding Strategist with over seven years of experience in Digital Marketing space. As a podcaster and published author, she is passionate about empowering entrepreneurs to implement simple social strategies into their businesses to humanize their brand.

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