Today we’d like to introduce you to Barb Hubbard.
Hi Barb, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
I was an elementary, special education teacher for about 20 years. And though the job was often quite rewarding and fun, it was also often draining. I struggled with some health issues and work/life balance. So, in 2017, I decided to make a change. I chose ADHD coaching because I had worked with children and parents who had ADHD for much of my teaching career. I completed certification from the ADD Coach Academy and became a Parent Coach.
Within a year, I realized that my “audience” was not actually parents who wanted to support their kids, but women who wanted support for themselves! Women who had recently been diagnosed with ADHD were calling me. Others who struggled with time management, focus, procrastination, and distractions were reaching out for support. So, I shifted to calling myself a Time Management Coach and ADHD Specialist.
My mission is to spread awareness around ADHD and how it impacts women. For many, they are receiving an ADHD diagnosis later in life. They are ready to learn more about it, understand how it impacts their life, and creates strategies for success. I’m here to support them in their journey. I also support women who do not have an ADHD diagnosis. Sometimes, life gets overwhelming. And most of the time management strategies I’ve created work well for them too.
I offer individual coaching as well as a virtual membership community so each woman can receive the level of support she needs.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
My journey has definitely brought some challenges but moving through them was 100% worth it. One of my first challenges was meeting new people. I am very much an introvert and I had to stretch my comfort zone and find new ways to meet people. I found networking groups that aligned with my personality and I reached out to supportive friends and family. I also expanded my online presence, which brought its own challenge – technology! Starting your own business requires you to be a jack of all trades for a bit and there were many days that I would be stuck due to not understanding how to use various online platforms (email, social media, online calendars, etc.). I have worked hard on my mindset around technology and have discovered that even though I don’t like it, I can figure things out on my own if I need to.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know?
As founder of Barb Hubbard Coaching, I work with heart-centered women who are ready to turn their visions and dreams into reality. I offer individual coaching and a virtual membership community to support women who struggle with time management. I teach women to identify priorities, lean into their unique strengths and stay focused on the high-impact tasks. I help them move out of overwhelm, get control of their schedule, and make consistent progress toward their goals. I am known for working with women who have, or suspect they have, ADHD. The time management strategies I offer are not designed for the average individual. They also work for those with learning and attention issues.
I offer an 8-week individual coaching package that is designed to help move you out of busyness and overwhelm. Week to week we talk about your specific concerns, not a scripted set of objectives, and develop an action plan for you to try.
I also offer a virtual membership community, How to Eat an Elephant: A Community for Busy Women. This online community offers a video library of time management strategies, interviews with support professionals, live events/discussions, and a Facebook community for support.
Where do you see things going in the next 5-10 years?
For many years, ADHD was something little kids had. Many people still believe this. But the truth is, boys, girls, women, and men ALL can have ADHD, it’s not limited to one age group or one gender. In the last 5-10 years I’ve seen many more articles, books, and research about women who have ADHD and I anticipate that this will continue to grow. Nearly everyone is online now so there’s a greater opportunity to spread awareness and make a bigger impact. As more women learn they have ADHD, and that it’s not limited to children, there’s more of a demand for research and support. I also believe that the stigma around ADHD is decreasing as more and more people learn what it’s really about.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.barbhubbardcoaching.com
- Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/barbhubbardcoaching
Image Credits
Janet Bark Photography
