The day before a deadline as someone with ADHD

25 Jul 2025 · 1 min
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In this brief YouTube monologue, Jim Ebbelaar speaks directly to entrepreneurs who are high on the ADHD spectrum about a common pattern: receiving a month‑long project deadline but being unable to make progress until the final day. He explains how, when the deadline hits, they can enter a hyper‑focused state lasting 12‑16 hours and complete the work in a single burst. While this last‑minute sprint can be effective, it also brings challenges. Ebbelaar recommends building an accountability system—leveraging appropriate tools and collaborating with the right people—to break the cycle. He directs viewers to a link in his bio for ADHD Harmony, a community aimed at providing that supportive network.

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