Do you often feel overwhelmed by your numerous tasks? Do you believe that multitasking is the key to moving quickly and being efficient? Are you even avoiding looking at your schedule for fear of becoming even more stressed? If you are an entrepreneur who feels increasingly overwhelmed and doesn’t know where to start in order to take back control, this episode is for you.
In our latest episode of the Micro Entreprise podcast, we had the pleasure of discussing with Emeline Gros, a certified coach, artist, and passionate entrepreneur, specializing in supporting creative entrepreneurs and people with ADHD. These individuals, often with unconventional backgrounds, possess enormous potential. Emeline, who herself has ADHD, has lived a very atypical journey. Entrepreneur, artist, investor, and explorer, she transforms her experiences into strengths to guide her clients toward a life more aligned with their personal and professional goals. Her holistic approach focuses on discovering her clients’ unique strengths and turning them into true superpowers.
In this episode, she shares tips for better managing your time and tasks to improve efficiency while maintaining some flexibility. She shows us how to find methods that work for each person, combining structure and flexibility. The episode covers meditation, ADHD management, and the balance between rigor and flexibility. Enjoy the episode!
Personal discipline: A pillar for entrepreneurs
Personal discipline is one of the most crucial elements for an entrepreneur. Emeline defines discipline as commitment to one’s priorities and honoring that commitment, even in difficult times. This helps maintain direction and ensures coherence between set goals and actions taken. For an entrepreneur, the ability to stay focused and persevere is a major asset. Emeline describes it as an “inner strength that supports the entire vision of the business,” an essential driving force, especially during turbulent times.
Obstacles to discipline: How to overcome them?
There are many obstacles to discipline. Emeline often mentions mental overload, the fear of failure, and lack of clarity in priorities. “We sometimes get lost in endless lists or the desire to do everything at once,” she explains. To overcome these challenges, she recommends prioritizing tasks while keeping an overall vision of the business. Refocusing, possibly with the help of a coach, is also an effective way to regain motivation and discipline.
Multitasking: A myth?
Multitasking, although often praised in the entrepreneurial world, can actually be counterproductive. Emeline admits that, after testing this method herself, she realized that “we think we’re progressing faster, but in reality, we lose depth and quality.” According to her, it is far more effective to focus on one task at a time and properly manage transitions between different projects to avoid scattering efforts. This helps maintain better work quality while reducing stress related to managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
Structuring work for ADHD entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs with ADHD, like Emeline, can face additional difficulties when it comes to structuring their work. For these individuals, visualization becomes an essential tool. “Whiteboards,” “post-its,” or visual reminders on the phone help organize tasks and stay focused. Working in short time blocks with regular breaks is also an effective strategy for maintaining attention. Emeline stresses the importance of creating a flexible, stimulating framework that is also structured enough to avoid fatigue.
Practical tools for structuring your day
For daily organization, Emeline recommends several practical tools. Among her favorites are Keep Note, Trello, and Google Calendar. These visual tools help organize tasks and keep a clear overview. For those who prefer a simpler approach, a whiteboard or notebook can be enough. The key is to find a system that suits one’s needs and use it regularly to track priorities and progress.
Meditation: A Practice to strengthen discipline
Another valuable tip Emeline shared is integrating mindfulness meditation into your daily routine. According to her, meditation allows you to “pause and observe what’s going on without judgment,” clarify your thoughts, reduce stress, and improve concentration. She also recommends meditating before creative meetings or brainstorming sessions, as it helps to “clear the mind” and become more receptive to new ideas.
Visualisation and positive reinforcement
Visualisation is another powerful tool to strengthen discipline and avoid procrastination. Emeline explains that “seeing yourself succeed at a task in your mind motivates you to take action.” Furthermore, self-rewarding after each milestone, whether big or small, is an excellent way to maintain motivation. She reminds us that “small steps lead us to the bigger ones,” emphasizing the importance of celebrating small progress along the way.
Discipline and business growth
Emeline also highlights the direct impact of personal discipline on customer satisfaction. When an entrepreneur honors their commitments and demonstrates discipline, it creates trust, not only in themselves but also with their clients. “Being disciplined shows that you take your business seriously,” Emeline asserts. This consistency, both in service quality and in managing expectations, builds a strong reputation and attracts new clients.
The Importance of mental health and recognizing achievements
A key point Emeline emphasized is the need to take care of mental health. Many entrepreneurs tend to feel guilty and neglect their well-being in the pursuit of productivity at all costs. However, as she reminds us, mental health is a fundamental foundation for maintaining lasting discipline. She often observes that her clients underestimate their achievements and focus on what still needs to be done, forgetting to appreciate the work they have already accomplished. Taking a moment to recognize your progress is essential for maintaining long-term motivation, just as taking breaks without guilt is crucial to avoid burnout.
First steps to strengthen your discipline
Emeline recommends clarifying what is truly important and focusing on those priorities. She advises limiting distractions during work periods, for example by putting your phone on airplane mode or using apps to block notifications. Testing a morning routine to start the day in a structured way is also an excellent idea. This ritual can lay the foundation for stronger personal discipline and help start each day with more clarity.
How to contact Emeline Gros?
If you want to learn more about Emeline’s work or benefit from a free consultation to discuss your organizational and discipline goals, you can contact her via:
Email : coachemeline@gmail.com
LinkedIn : Emeline Gros
Instagram : @adhdcoachemeline
Some resources
For those who want to deepen their practice of personal discipline, Emeline recommends several essential books. Among them:
Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy: A simple and practical book to improve time management.
The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss: A book that helps structure your days to improve efficiency while optimizing work time.
The Science of Self-Discipline by Peter Hawkins: Recommended for its impact on structuring and personal discipline.
Conclusion
To continue the conversation on personal discipline and discover how this approach can transform your business, listen to the full episode of Micro Entreprise on all podcast platforms. Share it with your colleagues and friends to inspire them to adopt more effective practices!
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