IT MUST BE VISUAL!!!
This Time It's Personal
Hey Legends!
The Second Video In The Kanban Series Just Dropped!
This is such a great reminder of the power of visual representations of your projects.
What’s striking in reviewing this video is how with the benefit of my ADHD diagnosis. This is effectively chapter and verse on why Kanban works for low follow-through and ADHD entrepreneurs.
The Pitch
Are you an entrepreneur struggling with focus and follow-through? Do you have ADHD and find traditional productivity methods don't work for you? 🤔 Look no further! This video is your ultimate guide to Kanban—a game-changing visual system designed to skyrocket your productivity and focus! 🚀
We dive deep into why Kanban is not just another productivity hack but a life-changing system that aligns with your cognitive nature. Whether you have ADHD or struggle to follow through on tasks, this video is tailored for you! 🎯
✅ What You'll Learn:
How to make your work visually stimulating for better focus.
Why Kanban is the 'external brain' you've been searching for.
The science behind why this method works especially well for ADHD and low follow-through individuals.
Why Does It Work So Well For ADHD Entrepreneurs
An interesting exercise (see the deets in the paid subscriber sealed section below) was asking ChatGPT about why Kanban would work well for people with ADHD (Low follow through being a key symptom in a lot of cases)
Here’s what it came up with - Chef’s Kiss, No Notes.
The process described in the transcript, which focuses on the use of Kanban for visual organization, could be particularly beneficial for people with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) for several reasons:
1. Visual Stimulation:
People with ADHD often respond well to visual stimuli. The Kanban board provides a colourful, organized, and visually stimulating way to manage tasks, which can help maintain focus and interest.
2. External Memory Aid:
ADHD often comes with challenges in working memory. A Kanban board serves as an "external brain," helping to keep track of tasks, deadlines, and responsibilities without the need to remember them internally.
3. Task Segmentation:
The Kanban system breaks down tasks into smaller, manageable parts. This can help individuals with ADHD, who may feel overwhelmed by large tasks, to focus on one thing at a time.
4. Instant Gratification:
Moving a task from the "To-Do" column to the "Done" column provides instant gratification, a quick "win" that can be motivating for people with ADHD.
5. Reduces Mental Load:
By making tasks and responsibilities visible, the Kanban board reduces the mental load of remembering and prioritising them. This particularly benefits people with ADHD, who may find mental organization challenging.
6. Encourages Routine:
The Kanban system can help establish a routine, something that many people with ADHD struggle with. Regularly updating and checking the Kanban board can become a productive habit.
7. Enhances Focus:
The visual nature of the Kanban board can help individuals with ADHD to better focus on their tasks, as it minimizes distractions by providing a single point of reference for work.
8. Flexibility:
Kanban is adaptable and can be customized to fit individual needs, which benefits people with ADHD who may have varying symptoms and challenges.
9. Promotes Self-Awareness:
By tracking what gets done and what doesn't, individuals can gain insights into their work habits, helping them identify strengths and areas for improvement.
10. Reduces Anxiety:
The act of organizing tasks visually can reduce anxiety and the feeling of being overwhelmed, which are common symptoms associated with ADHD.
In summary, the Kanban system's visual, flexible, and straightforward approach aligns well with the needs and challenges often experienced by individuals with ADHD, making it a potentially effective organizational tool for this group.
The Zeigarnik Effect
The effect I mention in this video is The Zeigarnick effect.
I’ll let Jim Benson explain it to you in the context of Kanban
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