Femme on Fire

By: Sonja Lekahena
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  • I'm Sonja, your host of "Femme on Fire" – and yes, I'm that mom who's juggling four kids, running multiple businesses, and managing an ADHD brain that never stops buzzing with ideas. Trust me, I know what it's like to feel like you're drowning in sticky notes while trying to rock that corporate meeting. For years, I thought my ADHD was this annoying roommate in my brain that I had to fight against. But it turned out to be my secret weapon in tech and business! After 25+ years of navigating the corporate jungle (mostly in male-dominated spaces), I've cracked the code on turning our unique way of thinking into pure career gold. On this podcast, I'm bringing you the real, unfiltered truth about thriving with ADHD in the corporate world. No sugar-coating, no "just try harder" nonsense – just practical strategies that actually work for our beautiful, chaotic minds. Each week, I'll share my own stories (including the messy parts!), chat with other incredible women who've turned their ADHD traits into superpowers, and dish out actionable advice that you can implement right away. Whether you're feeling stuck in your career, drowning in imposter syndrome, or just looking for your tribe of neurodivergent badasses who 'get it' – you're in the right place. Let's turn up the heat on your career and show the world what ADHD women can really do! Ready to set your potential on fire? Let's go!
    Copyright 2025 Sonja Lekahena
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Episodes
  • Time management for the ADHD brain

    Time management for the ADHD brain
    Jan 14 2025

    In this episode, Sonja shares practical time management strategies tailored for individuals with ADHD. She recounts her chaotic life before implementing these techniques and introduces helpful methods such as placing multiple clocks around the house, setting clocks five minutes ahead, employing timeboxing, and using the 'when then' reward approach. Sonja emphasizes making agreements with oneself rather than maintaining a standard to-do list and encourages embracing one's unique brain. Tune in next week for tips on handling large projects that are often prone to procrastination.

    00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdote

    00:42 Understanding ADHD and Time Management

    01:37 Effective Time Management Strategies

    03:41 The Power of Agreements

    04:47 Conclusion and Next Steps
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    5 mins
  • Embracing the ADHD Portfolio Lifestyle

    Embracing the ADHD Portfolio Lifestyle
    Jan 14 2025

    Sonja shares her journey of navigating life with ADHD, turning what some see as a lack of focus into a superpower. She describes her 'portfolio lifestyle,' where she juggles multiple careers and hobbies, such as IT consulting, leather crafting, and soap making. Through embracing the need for variety, she highlights how different skills and interests interplay to benefit her professional and personal life. Sonja encourages others with ADHD to recognize their adaptability and multi-passionate nature as strengths, offering a preview of future episodes focused on managing passions without burning out.

    00:00 Introduction and Welcome

    00:34 The Portfolio Lifestyle Concept

    01:48 Embracing Variety and ADHD

    02:33 Diving into Hobbies and Businesses

    05:48 The Science Behind ADHD and Variety

    07:11 Conclusion and Encouragement
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    9 mins
  • Turning ADHD into a career superpower | Femme on Fire Podcast

    Turning ADHD into a career superpower | Femme on Fire Podcast
    Jan 13 2025

    In this introductory episode of the Femme on Fire podcast, host Sonja Lekahena, founder of Femme on Fire and The Irresistible Workplace, shares her personal journey of growing up with ADHD. Sonja reflects on her school experiences, where her unique way of thinking was misunderstood, and explains how she transformed these challenges into her greatest career strengths. She discusses the goals of the podcast, which include providing practical strategies, insights on managing ADHD in professional settings, and inspiring stories from other successful women with ADHD. This episode sets the stage for a supportive community focused on celebrating and leveraging neurodivergent traits.

    00:00 Welcome to Femme on Fire

    00:56 My Journey with ADHD

    01:17 Struggles in School

    02:46 Discovering Hyper Focus

    04:39 Turning ADHD into an Asset

    06:05 Creating Femme on Fire

    07:06 Join the Community
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    8 mins

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