Podcast appearances and mentions of Michael A Freeman

Ever wondered why the idea of working for someone else just never quite fit, or why chaos seems to call your name (and you answer with gusto)? If you're an entrepreneur who's found yourself drawn to the thrill of building your own path—and maybe even stumbled more than a few times along the way—you are going to love this week's guest interview. I recently sat down with Dr. Michael A. Freeman, an acclaimed psychiatrist, professor, and serial entrepreneur whose groundbreaking research uncovers the fascinating relationship between ADHD, bipolar spectrum conditions, and the entrepreneurial drive. In this lively conversation, we get real about what makes entrepreneurs with ADHD different—and what it takes to turn those differences into undeniable strengths instead of exhausting liabilities. Here's what you'll hear in this episode:Why do so many entrepreneurs have ADHD tendenciesDr. Freeman breaks down fascinating research on why we're more likely to go solo in our careers—and why we struggle in traditional workplaces.The double-edged sword of the ADHD entrepreneurial brainWe chat about superpowers and vulnerabilities, with a big emphasis on how to recognize your “zone of genius” (and when to call in backup!).Building your own ADHD-friendly toolkit for sustainable successFrom teams and routines, to handling sleep and “offloading the boring stuff,” we talk actionable strategies (yes, including coaching and medication).The myth vs. reality of the entrepreneurial lifeSpoiler: it isn't all glamor and “get rich quick”—and Dr. Freeman shares why radical self-awareness and resilience are must-haves.Why fun is non-negotiable for the entrepreneur with ADHDTurns out, fun isn't just a bonus—it's the main event for the ADHD brain, and Dr. Freeman explains how to keep your business (and life) playfully sustainable.Make it actionable: Take three minutes to reflect: what feels fun, energizing, or “flow-y” in your own work? What support do you need more of?Feeling inspired to start, pivot, or quit? Get a “personal board of directors” before you make big decisions or take big risks.Get to know Michael Freeman, MD Michael A. Freeman, MD, is a clinical professor at UCSF School of Medicine, a researcher and mentor at the UCSF Entrepreneurship Center, a psychiatrist and executive coach for entrepreneurs, and an integrated behavioral healthcare systems consultant. His current research focuses on the identification of emotional overwhelm with early intervention and support. Dr. Freeman's thought leadership on entrepreneurship and mental health has been featured in the New York Times, Washington Post, Wall St. Journal, Fortune Magazine, Inc., Entrepreneur, CNN Money, Financial Times, and Bloomberg News.Mentioned in this episode:UC San Francisco, UC Berkeley, Stanford University, the Gallup Organization Connect with Michael A Freeman, MDWebsite - LinkedIn

Ever wondered why the idea of working for someone else just never quite fit, or why chaos seems to call your name (and you answer with gusto)? If you're an entrepreneur who's found yourself drawn to the thrill of building your own path—and maybe even stumbled more than a few times along the way—you are going to love this week's guest interview. I recently sat down with Dr. Michael A. Freeman, an acclaimed psychiatrist, professor, and serial entrepreneur whose groundbreaking research uncovers the fascinating relationship between ADHD, bipolar spectrum conditions, and the entrepreneurial drive. In this lively conversation, we get real about what makes entrepreneurs with ADHD different—and what it takes to turn those differences into undeniable strengths instead of exhausting liabilities. Here's what you'll hear in this episode:Why do so many entrepreneurs have ADHD tendenciesDr. Freeman breaks down fascinating research on why we're more likely to go solo in our careers—and why we struggle in traditional workplaces.The double-edged sword of the ADHD entrepreneurial brainWe chat about superpowers and vulnerabilities, with a big emphasis on how to recognize your “zone of genius” (and when to call in backup!).Building your own ADHD-friendly toolkit for sustainable successFrom teams and routines, to handling sleep and “offloading the boring stuff,” we talk actionable strategies (yes, including coaching and medication).The myth vs. reality of the entrepreneurial lifeSpoiler: it isn't all glamor and “get rich quick”—and Dr. Freeman shares why radical self-awareness and resilience are must-haves.Why fun is non-negotiable for the entrepreneur with ADHDTurns out, fun isn't just a bonus—it's the main event for the ADHD brain, and Dr. Freeman explains how to keep your business (and life) playfully sustainable.Make it actionable: Take three minutes to reflect: what feels fun, energizing, or “flow-y” in your own work? What support do you need more of?Feeling inspired to start, pivot, or quit? Get a “personal board of directors” before you make big decisions or take big risks.Get to know Michael Freeman, MD Michael A. Freeman, MD, is a clinical professor at UCSF School of Medicine, a researcher and mentor at the UCSF Entrepreneurship Center, a psychiatrist and executive coach for entrepreneurs, and an integrated behavioral healthcare systems consultant. His current research focuses on the identification of emotional overwhelm with early intervention and support. Dr. Freeman's thought leadership on entrepreneurship and mental health has been featured in the New York Times, Washington Post, Wall St. Journal, Fortune Magazine, Inc., Entrepreneur, CNN Money, Financial Times, and Bloomberg News.Mentioned in this episode:UC San Francisco, UC Berkeley, Stanford University, the Gallup Organization Connect with Michael A Freeman, MDWebsite - LinkedIn

The Shocking Truth of a Brain of an Entrepreneur.When the most creative may also be their biggest risk.As I continue to open my mind to the new innovations of the virtual Web 3.0 mental health space, and the power of its future potential, I came across a “tweet” on Twitter, directing to this article that caught my eye.No wonder, definitely a high-achieving woman, entrepreneur, and can identify with the shadows of mental health.You too? This article is related to previous Awaken Beauty Podcast episodes where I share the relationship of entrepreneurs and highly sensitive's, empaths, and overachievers.The Hunter Farmer THeory - and how the hypervigilant nervous system can throw us off our “game.”As I opened up “ The Brain of an Entrepreneur “ from the lead author Michael A. Freeman, my jaw dropped in both pattern recognition of what I know in my heart, the pain I feel for those that bring new innovation into the world for the better, and how we can start to dial in the stigma and freedom to those that transform the world.Come along as I read (duh- fast thinkers don't like to read) and you'll step into the different perspectives, research, and facts, starting with:While entrepreneurs protect our health and the health of the planet, who is concerned about protecting them?We should all be. Entrepreneur brain health matters to all of us, and therefore we all have a stake in the health, the brain health, and the mental health of entrepreneurs.Entrepreneur brain differences—including genetically transmitted personality traits that affect brain functioning—give business founders their unique abilities to bring prosperity, create new jobs, build economic resilience, and achieve competitive advantages. Entrepreneurs make a difference because of their unique brain-based mental health profiles.While most people can hold a job, very few people can start and grow a business.Entrepreneurs—people who are self-employed with or without employees—constitute only 10 percent of the workforce, yet including those they hire, they create 30 percent of American jobs. Entrepreneurs are our economic first responders during shock periods, and in average years they create 80–100 percent of all new jobs.Enjoy the read, and please reach out if you have any questions on how I help High Achievers support their “High Achiever Stress DIsorder” briefed in this article.Don't get me started on the nuances of being a female - I'll save that for another day.Sending you love, and I'm here to support you in any way I can. Be sure to stream some of my other episodes on ADHD and my perspective of how expansive and life giving it truly can be, once you understand your nervous system, relief from trauma, masking and you'll see there so much more to life that can be experienced.I know, because I've been there -Blue Skies, KassandraResource: https://neo.life/2021/12/the-brain-of-an-entrepreneur/

"There's this risk of being consumed by the journey of entrepreneurship to exclusion of everything else." Entrepreneur mental wellness expert, Michael A. Freeman, M.D., joins to discuss how entrepreneurship amplifies certain mental traits (for good and bad), and steps founders can take to promote positive mental health during trying times. Produced with support from TWG.

Special Guest Interview with Dr Michael A. Freeman, MDI have an honor to interview Dr. Freeman MD, DMH, who is a psychiatrist, serial entrepreneur, executive coach, entrepreneurship researcher and behavioral health systems architect. He blends expertise in business strategy, operations and organizational development with competencies in psychology, biological psychiatry, health policy, health systems, digital health and public health. A widely published author and acclaimed keynote speaker, Dr. Freeman has been featured and quoted in many media outlets including the New York Times, the Washington Post, Inc., Entrepreneur, and Fortune. Dr. Freeman’s clinical and consulting practices serve entrepreneurs. His research team is supported by a grant from the Kauffman Foundation. He and his colleagues study how entrepreneur mental health issues affect business outcomes. Dr. Freeman recently served as a Director, and as the Chief Medical Officer of Triggr Health, a venture capitalized mobile digital platform to support people in addiction recovery. Michael A. Freeman, MD, DMH, is the founder of Econa, the wellness and mental health accelerator for entrepreneurs. Econa is building scalable solutions for founders and co-founders who seek to enhance mental health, sustain wellness, improve business and life outcomes, and flourish as people. ***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to promote and get hard-to-get guests.See show notes katerinathomas/podcastFollow Katerina: FB: https://www.facebook.com/pg/DrKaterinaThomasFB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mentalwealthforentrepreneursnetwork Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katerinathomas_official/Alexa Flash Briefing Skill - Resilient Entrepreneur https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088FZ3D3YThis podcast episode is brought to you by Smart Octopus Voice Agency

"I wish everybody could get rich and famous and do everything they ever dreamed of so they can see that it's not the answer." Jim Carrey On the surface it's easy to think that becoming an entrepreneur is the ultimate gateway to happiness, fame and success. It's no surprise then that Visa Europe found that one in three people dream of starting their own business. But in reality, only one in ten actually take the leap. If you've seen my TEDx talk then you'll know how I feel about the need for us to change the way we talk about the reality of starting and growing a business. Especially when you know that according to Dr Michael A. Freeman from the University of California, one in three entrepreneurs suffer from mental health issues. We're being sold this story that if you want to be happy and successful then you need to be the next Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk or Sara Blekely. That your sole mission should be to launch the next WhatsApp / Instagram / Snapchat, raise a ton of cash, and retire at 30. But what if you went down that road, only to realise that it was everything but what you hoped it to be? From rags to riches, how a University drop out launched a tech startup, raised $1 million and lived the dream. So could have gone the narrative of today's guest, if it weren't for the fact that James Routledge woke up one day having panic attacks and realising that the company he had built was a soulless shell. It was time to hit the reset button. Thanks to a 99pee notebook, the courage to open up and a religious journaling practice, a mental-health revolution was born. That's right, this week I sit down with James Routledge, founder of Sanctus, a mental-health startup on a mission to change the perception of mental health who want to put the first mental health gym on the high-street. This is an incredible story of how someone managed to turn their pain into their purpose, and their purpose into their profession. All while inspiring a new generation of game changes to join his mission.If you enjoyed today's conversation, make sure to tag James and I over on social media. You can find James over on Instagram under @jroutledge and I'm under @markleruste. And of course, make sure to go vive Sanctus a follow @sanctus. Enjoy our powerful conversation! Hugs, Mark Subscribe and rate our show on iTunes: www.theunconventionalists.org SHOW NOTES www.theunconventionalists.com/episode/110 GET IN TOUCH Website: www.theunconventionalists.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/markleruste YouTube: www.youtube.com/markleruste Facebook: www.facebook.com/markleruste Twitter: www.twitter.com/markleruste LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/markleruste

Sheryl O'Loughlin is an eager entrepreneur who leverages passion and purpose to create a happy life and a huge impact. She is a huge proponent of bringing love and happiness into your work, and into your work culture. She previously served as the CEO of Clif Bar, where she introduced the world to Luna bars (and grew the bars into a $70M business in just three years); she was the cofounder and CEO of Plum Organics; and she is currently CEO of http://rebbl.co/ (REBBL) super herb beverages. Sheryl is also the author of KILLING IT!: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Keeping Your Head Without Losing Your Heart. KILLING IT! was sparked by a study conducted by Dr. Michael A. Freeman, which found a correlation between entrepreneurs and illness such as ADHD, bipolar disease, depression, and drug abuse. He found these were present in about 72% of the entrepreneurial population, compared to about 40% of the general population. Sheryl was experiencing this dark side of entrepreneurship, and she realized the need for a change in entrepreneurial culture. We need to start talking about the the dark side of killing it every day, and how we can avoid the big pitfalls. “99% of business don't make it, and entrepreneurs are going through this hardship alone because they think they're the only ones. I want to change the culture of that so people don't feel like they're alone!” Love and time helped Sheryl out of the darkness. She fell in love with REBBL, a super herb elixir business created in collaboration with the nonprofit Not For Sale. The nonprofit's goal is to stop human trafficking. REBBL helps them achieve that goal because they source ingredients from affected indigenous communities, and the income helps support their livelihood so that they are no longer vulnerable to trafficking. A portion of the net profits also helps fund Not For Sale's rehabilitation efforts. “It's a joy to go to work when you know you're doing something with so much meaning.” Social Mission Companies like REBBL, companies that intentionally pursue a greater purpose than pure profit, are able to create a powerful and sustainable impact that other support organizations don't have the resources to accomplish. As an added benefit, the social mission creates an environment where people love to work because something truly meaningful drives every individual's actions. Entrepreneurs, be wary of the hustle and the grind. Remember that the dark side is part of our nature, and that we can forge a path through the darkness and back to the light with support, love, and purpose. “People are talking about how they're killing it, but it could be killing you.” -- Don't be a podcast junkie… Resources: Connect with Sheryl: Website | LinkedIn | Facebook Get your own copy of KILLING IT!: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Keeping Your Head Without Losing Your Heart Learn more about REBBL Inc.: Website | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook -- We are also brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. The are your one stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs. Visit LawtonMG.com for more info. Production & Development for The Impact Entrepreneur Show by Podcast Masters

Tune in to be motivated, excited and influenced as we talk to Dr. Dee Dee Freeman in our Influential Women In Ministry Segment!Dr. Dee Dee, is the wife of Michael A. Freeman, Pastor and Founder of Spirit of Faith Christian Center. Devoted to the vision of the ministry, she assists her husband with a variety of duties to assure that his God-given mandate is carried out. She has the same emphasis in ministering as her husband and Pastor, which is faith and the family. Dr. Dee Dee is the founder of Women Walking in The Word, a women's fellowship of over 1000 women that meet quarterly. We will also chat with new artist DELIROWE who has an upcoming CD release on August 7th! http://www.delirowecdrelease.net/ She has been on the show before and I just love her spirit and music. Check her out! We will also catch up with the founder of the 2010 DIVA AFFAIR Social Networking Party( 8/14- Richmond Marriott) - Cecily Hickman. Cecily is master stylist and make-up artist and she is joining us to talk about her awesome event. http://www.sassccreations.com/