Why People with ADHD Thrive Working with a Professional Organizer
Do you ever feel like you just can’t get started on organizing tasks?
It’s not just you—many people with ADHD struggle with staying on track. But working with a professional organizer can actually help you activate the right areas in your brain and get things done.
How?
It’s all about tapping into the 5 factors that make people with ADHD tick:
Interest
Novelty
Challenge
Urgency
Passion
This approach was created by psychologist William Dodson and is called the INCUP method. Let’s break down how a professional organizer uses these factors to help you succeed!
1. Interest: Making Things Engaging
Dopamine boost: When you’re interested in a task, dopamine levels rise, which helps you focus and get things done.
How we tap into it:
We propose new, creative ways to organize your space.
We tap into your ideas and creativity to make things exciting.
We help you see the value in the process, making it more interesting and meaningful to you.
2. Novelty: Keeping Things Fresh and Fun
New experiences spark curiosity and motivation!
How we tap into it:
Each organizing session is different and we work in various areas of your space (e.g., kitchen, office, closets).
The challenge of tackling different spaces keeps you engaged and excited.
No two sessions are the same, so there’s always something new to look forward to!
3. Challenge: Pushing Your Limits
ADHD brains thrive on challenge! Tackling hard things keeps you engaged and motivated.
How we tap into it:
We introduce new systems that challenge the way you’ve been doing things.
We encourage you to try new solutions and behaviors in your organizing process.
We gamify or puzzle-fy (I made that word up I think!) mundane tasks to make them more appealing.
It’s a fun challenge you can conquer with our support!
4. Urgency: Making the Most of Your Time
Time pressure can boost motivation. Having a set time to accomplish tasks helps you stay on track.
How we tap into it:
Organizing sessions are typically limited to a set amount of time (e.g., 3 or 4 hours).
This creates a sense of urgency—you’ll want to make the most of that time!
We keep things moving forward, so you stay productive and focused during the session.
5. Passion: Getting Energized Together
Passion is contagious—when someone is passionate about something, it sparks excitement in others.
How we tap into it:
Organizers are passionate about helping you create systems that work for your life. We LOVE this stuff!
When you see our enthusiasm and love for the process, it motivates you to put in the effort too!
Collaboration between us helps you feel proud of the work you’re doing. You’ll see your space transform, and you’ll feel a sense of ownership over the results.
In Conclusion: Why It Works for ADHD
Working with a professional organizer doesn’t just help you declutter your space. We’re here to activate those brain factors that make things exciting, motivating, and doable.
The INCUP method—Interest, Novelty, Challenge, Urgency, and Passion—helps get you moving and keeps you engaged.
If you’re struggling with organizing, know that you don’t have to do it alone. Working with a professional organizer can make the process fun and productive. Ready to get started? Let’s chat!
