I help ADHD founders build their dream business without the constant doubt, overwhelm, analysis and rollercoaster of chaos.

I’ve built and sold companies.
Sold millions to countless Fortune 500 brands. 
Led teams to the Inc. 500 — twice.
Hired and managed dozens of people. 

But none of that compares to what I do now.

Because for most of my career, I looked successful on paper… while silently battling chaos behind the scenes.

As a founder with ADHD, 
I lived in cycles of burnout, 
inconsistency, 
and confusion. 

I knew I had potential but I couldn’t access it consistently.
And I couldn’t lead the way I wanted to.

That realization was that my brain wasn’t broken, just wired differently, changed everything.

I went deep: therapy, coaching, performance frameworks, behavioral science.
And rebuilt my life from the inside out.

Now, I run Accountable, a coaching platform and community for visionary founders who want to scale with structure, lead with clarity, and operate at their full capacity.

I help founders break the cycles holding them back:

⛔ Overwhelm, distraction, and emotional reactivity
⛔ Team misalignment, conflict, or delegation struggles
⛔ Constant firefighting and decision fatigue

And instead build:

✅ Calm, confident leadership
✅ Clear systems for execution and delegation
✅ Habits that drive focus, momentum, and scale

If you're a startup founder who knows you're capable of more — but can’t seem to unlock it — I’d love to connect.

Because when you shift your internal operating system, everything else follows.

DM me. 

Let’s talk.

Ian Tenenbaum

Most ADHD founders don’t get stuck because they lack ideas.

They get stuck because their energy, focus, and priorities aren’t aligned.

Plans feel heavy.
Tasks feel endless.
Momentum quietly dies.

What actually works looks very different.

Small steps.
Clear priorities.
A rhythm you can return to even on scattered or low-energy days.

That’s why I’m running a 90-minute workshop for ADHD founders focused on one thing:
Building a weekly execution system that breaks you out of being stuck.

In the session, we’ll:
– uncover why traditional planning keeps ADHD founders stuck
– focus on one priority instead of trying to do everything
– break that priority into simple weekly steps
– leave with a Week 1 plan you can actually execute
– create a rhythm that makes follow-through predictable

This isn’t:
Overthinking more
Pushing harder
Or motivational fluff

It is:
A practical system to move forward
Structure that works with ADHD energy
Less friction, more momentum, real progress

Stop spinning in place.
Start moving one week at a time.

If this resonates, you can join the session free here:
https://lnkd.in/gmnqjN2R

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Most ADHD founders don’t struggle because they’re moving too slowly.

They struggle because they’re trying to leap through life instead of gliding.

Big plans.
Big jumps.
Big pressure to “figure it all out.”

It feels ambitious.
It creates friction.

What actually works looks very different.

One step.
One week.
A rhythm that lets momentum build naturally.

Learning to glide through life isn’t about doing less.
It’s about moving with intention - one step at a time.

That’s why I’m running a 90-minute workshop for ADHD founders focused on one thing:
Building a weekly execution system that makes progress feel smooth, not forced.

In the session, we’ll:
– understand why overthinking creates resistance
– replace big leaps with simple weekly steps
– break one priority into clear, doable actions
– leave with a Week 1 plan you can actually follow
– build a rhythm that lets progress compound

This isn’t:
Rushing
Forcing motivation
Or planning your whole life at once

It is:
A practical way to move forward
Structure that works with ADHD energy
Less friction, more flow, real momentum

Life doesn’t need to be a sprint.
You can learn to glide -
one step at a time.

If this resonates, you can join the session free here:
https://lnkd.in/gmnqjN2R

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Most ADHD minds don’t struggle because they can’t learn.

They struggle because skill-building asks for patience their brain doesn’t naturally offer.

You pick things up fast.
You see patterns quickly.
But staying long enough to refine the skill feels heavy.

So you move on.
Again.
And again.

What actually builds skill for ADHD brains looks different.

Short practice windows.
Clear purpose.
One skill at a time.

Depth comes from returning, not forcing.

This isn’t:
Pushing through boredom
Comparing your pace to others
Or turning learning into punishment

It is:
Practicing in ways your brain can tolerate
Letting skill compound quietly
Building confidence through repetition

You don’t need more talent.
You need practice that respects how your mind works.

Stay with one thing.
Long enough.
That’s where skill becomes real.

If this resonates, you can join the session free here:
https://lnkd.in/g78HySzC

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Most ADHD minds don’t struggle because they lack skill.

They struggle because skill is built in ways that don’t match how their brain works.

Starting is easy.
Learning is exciting.
Staying with one thing long enough to get good feels impossible.

So skills stay shallow.
Confidence wobbles.
And you start questioning your ability.

What actually works looks very different.

Fewer skills.
Deeper focus.
Practice designed for short attention and high curiosity.

For ADHD brains, skill grows through:
– small, repeatable practice loops
– immediate feedback
– clear stopping points
– progress you can see, not just hope for

This isn’t:
Grinding for hours
Learning everything at once
Or waiting for motivation to show up

It is:
Skill built through consistency, not intensity
Practice that respects ADHD energy
Depth that compounds over time

You’re not bad at skills.
You’ve just been practicing in ways that weren’t built for you.

When practice fits your brain,
skill stops feeling fragile - and starts feeling earned.

If this resonates, you can join the session free here:
https://lnkd.in/g78HySzC

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Trying harder isn’t the solution.

Pressure doesn’t heal overwhelm.

Force dysregulates the nervous system.

Healing requires supportive systems.

Systems that reduce activation energy.

Systems that create safety.

Systems that allow return.

Here's the 7 S’s of Self-Healing

1. Safety Before Strategy

Calm the nervous system before demanding change.

➝ Reduce emotional intensity first
➝ Create predictable environments
➝ Slow down physiological arousal

Regulation precedes sustainable action.

2. Shrink the Starting Point

Lower activation energy, not expectations.

➝ Break tasks into smaller entry steps
➝ Make starting feel almost effortless
➝ Focus on initiation, not completion

Momentum begins with manageable beginnings.

3. Structure Outside the Mind

Externalize what working memory cannot hold.

➝ Use visible reminders
➝ Set clear, concrete deadlines
➝ Design environmental cues

Structure reduces cognitive load.

4. Small Wins Over Perfection

Completion is less important than movement.

➝ Work in short, defined sprints
➝ Stop before exhaustion
➝ Return while energy remains

Progress grows through repeated momentum.

5. Sync With Your Energy

Consistency follows rhythm, not rigidity.

➝ Track attention fluctuations
➝ Work during focus peaks
➝ Rest before burnout builds

Alignment sustains effort longer than force.

6. Shared Support Systems

Healing accelerates with connection.

➝ Practice body doubling
➝ Create shared deadlines
➝ Increase gentle accountability

External presence stabilizes internal focus.

7. Self-Compassion as Maintenance

Shame interrupts healing cycles.

➝ Allow imperfect days
➝ Reset without self-criticism
➝ Track progress loosely

Compassion keeps the habit loop intact.

Integration Over Intensity

Healing is not a performance.

➝ Design for sustainability
➝ Reduce unnecessary stimulation
➝ Build systems that feel safe

Consistency isn’t built through pressure.

Consistency isn’t about willpower.
It’s about alignment.

Which one are you experimenting with first?

If this resonates, you can join the session free here:
https://lnkd.in/gmnqjN2R

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ARRISE powering Pragmatic Play

Operations Manager Latam

• Responsible for start the onboarding process for new closed deals with clients (B2B)
• Follow up the onboarding process by keeping updated KPIS and tracking reports on a daily basis 
• Manage constant and daily communication with clients for new and ongoing integrations.
• Guarantees the proper communication on different levels between the client and the internal Pragmatic Play’s departments involved in the onboarding process (technical team, legal team, account management team and commercial team)
• Ensure a smooth transition between business development and account management department; 
• Follow up project management procedures to ensure timely completion of projects;  
• Review project plans and resolve onsite problems;  
• Suggest continuous improvement to guarantee the efficiency of processes
•Suppervise the commercial support team to guarantee high performance and outstanding results

Head of Commercial Support for LatamHub

Pragmatic Play

Commercial Support Assistant for LatAm

Chevron

Managed, strategized, and/or facilitated learning and development programs for BASSC.
*Leadership onboarding
*New employee onboarding
*Core training curriculum
*Self-Managed Learning Programs
*Developing metrics and reports/dashboards
*Vendor management: tracking expense; identify vendor/training costs
 
Other of my responsabilities were assist HR Business Partners and leaders with application of the Talent Management tools. Tools include:
Competency Mapping & Assessments
Employee Development Programs & Processes

Ensured the education and competency development of local HR Business Partners in the following areas:
Talent management
Change management
Organizational Development
 
HR Business Partner for Human Resources and Procurement and Supply Chain Management

HR Business Partner / Organizational Capability Specialist

British American Tobacco

Responsible for implementing and design local HR strategies for BAT Argentina Operations, ensuring the best in terms of talent, reward, succession planning, culture change and coaching. 

I was supporting and deploying the IWS (Integrated Working System) way of working in manufacturing, my contribution was centered in leadership change management, aligned with the manufacturing KPI's and improving it by the methodology of having the right people in the right position, working close with leaders from OPS team.

In my position I was responsible also for offering business support and advice across all employees with  issues that may arise in terms of labor relationships, how to handle poor performance, grievance resolution.

HRBP for Operations Argentina

Drive and design local, regional and global HR strategies for BAT Commercial areas in Argentina. As a generalist I was able to ensured the best in terms of coaching, talent, rewards, leadership, succession planning, talent acquisition, change management and learning. 

As Change Management Lead in an HR Transformation Project to migrate traditional local HR into a new digital HR enhanced by SAP - Success Factors I created an strategy for change of mindset with main focus in leaders, establish a winning culture and alignment of way of working inter areas.

Part of my exposure was building good relationships with Top, middle an junior management within functional areas participating in HRLT and Functional Leadership Teams meetings and offering them coaching, support and advices across all HR matter.

I participated in the deployment of an innovative way of working with a design thinking approach and cognitive diversity inspired and trained by Hyper Island experts as Martin Restrepo, this respond to the business a new way of solve issues in a short period of time with multifunctional groups in order to create a prototype and elevator pitch and purpose new ideas beyond the BAT way or old mindset.

HRBP for Marketing & TMD and Support Functions Argentina

I ensured that global BAT standards, practices, processes and systems are applied and adhered to, ensuring the best in terms of talent, reward, leadership, succession planning, talent brand, talent acquisition, welfare, culture and learning in BAT Venezuela's Marketing Team. 

I had 04 analysts as direct reports and they were located nationwide, i gave them alignment, structure and objectives to support the TMD groups. I also had an important participation related to Change Management and Local Process Lead in a HR Transformation which main goal was to migrate traditional HR into a digital HR experience with Success Factors.

I had in my scope different important projects in soft areas as diversity business cases, local welfare strategy for redesigned, guarantee SAP processes and analytics being OTIF, designed the Talent Acquisition strategy and being in this challenging role made me achieved an outstanding evaluation.

HRBP for Marketing & TMD Venezuela

As a CoE I provided to local HR, global and regional guidelines associated with Talent & OE Management: planning, management, learning, organizational structure, talent development and organizational diagnosis by designing and implementing action plans, solutions and necessary tools according to our retention drivers for an effective management of performance, development and career. 

Generated guidelines, communications and reports of Talent KPI’s to HRD, HRBP’s and Top Team board with a quarterly frequency in a local and regional level.

Direct support and relationship with members of the Top Team and senior managers on evaluating leadership potential for all managerial population.

Activation of different training sessions in terms of leadership, including logistics and accomplishment of talent agenda OTIF.

Coordinate and follow up the process of assessment, measurement, communication plan and action plans related to the results of the organizational climate survey called “Your Voice".

The main challenge of this role was having my line manager located in Costa Rica and Trinidad & Tobago, taking the opportunity of develop my seniority with all the global exposure and the direct relation with local Top Team members.

Talent & Organizational Effectiveness Coordinator

In charge of the attraction and direct recruitment process for management and non-management population according to the SLA of 30 days. Communicate to the rest of the company and functions about the new global way of working about direct recruitment in BAT.

Develop and generate new strategies of Talent and Employer Brand, with amazing results in LinkedIn (in our first year, Venezuela increased more than 10pp in Talent Brand Index KPI). Launch of local Facebook page as BAT Venezuela with a huge impact in millennials mostly generating awareness and consideration to apply, this launch had awesome results to the Region of Americas. Increased the knowledge of internal job page (www.bat-careers.com). Made stronger engagement with top universities and allies. Generate new ways of internal communication to the rest of the company and external stakeholders with referral campaigns, testimonials, stories of success, talent brand ambassadors, etc.

Engagement with top universities of Venezuela by conducting job fairs, studies sponsorships, factory tours for students, creation of the “BAT Challenge” online promotion to generate an increase followers in Facebook Bat Venezuela page.

Coordination of Apprentices from the government program of labour insertion of young population called  INCES (massive recruitment, follow up and supervision). With an excellence performance in this role that made me earn a promotion into BAT and a non-monetary Star Award.

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Evenseg

Direct  and massive recruiting, headhunting,  job portals management, engagement with universities and make recruitment field. Selection processes: phone screening, personal and functional interviews, application of Assessments Centers and responsible for application and interpretation of psychological tests. Released a database for candidates. Prepare of pre-employment medical exams. Administration and management of request for benefits. Provide corporate onboarding to new employees. Make survey profile and job description by department for designing of "Manual Skills Job description"

Talent Analyst (HR Generalist)

Empresas Polar

I supported in processes involved with recruitment and selection: search for candidates, referrals and through job portals through the web. Analysis of CV attending to customer needs reflected in the personnel requisition. Screening. Appoint candidates for psychological tests, interviews and medical examinations. Interviewing candidates. Deploy of Assessment Centre process. General logistic support.

Human Resources Intern

During my experience I've been able to opened up my career options in commercial, operations and marketing areas by putting in practice my knowledge in psychology and influence skills learned from HR.

I'm a dinamic professional with +10 years of experience in different key areas of HR as Talent Acquisition, Talent Brand & EVP, Organizational Effectiveness, Talent Learning & Development, Cultural Change Management and Design Thinking. 

My main focus right now is to continue consolidating myself as an holistic professional oriented to operations management, business and commercial development.

In a nutshell, I can recommend you the following: Create new initiatives, raise your voice, be constant, don't be afraid of failures and learn how can you do it better so you can succeed and became a real leader! 

If you want to grow successfully you need to encourage yourself and find your true passion and surely you will be guided to the best challenges of your life!

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