Let me guess…you’ve got 83 half-finished tracks, 16 open tabs, 3 melted-down iced coffees, and zero patience for another “how to be productive” blog post.
Don’t worry—this isn’t that.
These workflow tips are for ADHD minds built like racecars with no brakes.
The ones chasing new ideas mid-beat, switching projects like it’s a sport.
The rapid-fire, never-boring, high-octane creatives who make chaos sound good.
At 753 Studios, we get it. Heck, we live it.
ADHD boosts creativity
We don’t see ADHD as a flaw. ADHD is more like a supercharged creative engine.
You just need the right roads (and maybe a few traffic cones) to drive on.
Let’s get into some ADHD-friendly music workflow tips that won’t make you want to throw your MacBook out the window—so you can actually finish a project.
Workflow Tips for ADHD Music Producers
1. 🎯 Set Tiny, Specific Tasks
“Finish the track” sounds good until your brain’s like: Cool cool, but what does that mean?
Getting specific keeps your focus tight and momentum rolling.
So instead of “finish the track”, try:
- Lay down drums
- Pick one synth (just one!)
- Copy/paste chorus section
- Eat a snack
Each tiny task is a win.
Plus, checking boxes feels like a dopamine party. 🎉
2. ⏱️ Use Timers Like a Game
Ever try to make an entire beat in 25 minutes just to see what happens?
Well, the Pomodoro Technique is all about working in 25 minutes intervals with intentional breaks in between.
Here’s how it works:
- Choose a task: Select a specific task to focus on.
- Set the timer: Set a timer for 25 minutes.
- Work intensely: Focus on the specific task until the timer goes off.
- Take a short break: Enjoy a 5-minute break.
- Repeat: Complete steps 1 through 4 four times.
- Longer break: Take a longer break (15-30 minutes).
- Repeat the cycle: Continue with the process.
So, set a timer, go nuts, take a break, and repeat.
If it turns into hyperfocus mode? Bless it.
If it doesn’t? Hey, at least you tried.
Pro tip: Use silly alarms. Like a duck quacking.
3. 🧠 Stop Collecting Plugins Like Pokémon
You don’t need 72 synths. Heck, you don’t even need 7.
Pick 2–3 plugins you love and let the rest chill for a sec.
The fewer decisions you have to make, the more you can actually make music instead of clicking through presets for the last 6 hours.
(While making your girlfriend constantly remind you that dinner’s been ready for over an hour now.)
4. 🎛️ Make Your DAW a Tactical Command Center
Color-code your tracks. Label everything like you’re running a mission.
Think clean, streamlined, and easy to navigate—because visual chaos kills momentum.
Your DAW should feel like a setup you want to dive into, not a cluttered mess that makes your brain hit eject.
Think: Simple layout = less stress, faster flow.
5. 📢 Tell Somebody You’re Gonna Finish It
Sometimes, external accountability is the magic tool that you need to get your sh*t done.
So, post about releasing your track online (even if you’ve been fiddling with it for the past year).
Tell a friend you’re releasing it Friday.
Join a Discord server and say, “Someone yell at me if I don’t export this by 7pm.”
6. 🏃➡️ More Movement, Less Meltdowns
Before you rage-quit over a snare that sounds like wet cardboard, try stretching.
Walk. Jump. Shake out your limbs like a confused Muppet.
Movement can be the reset button you need.
🧠 Final Thoughts (For When You’re Half-Reading This at 2AM)
You’re not broken for thinking differently. You’re not lazy.
And you’re definitely not a failure because your brain takes scenic routes.
You’re a creative machine running a custom setup—and that’s a strength.
Connect with us
At 753 Studios, we’re building tools, templates, and playlists for brains like yours.
Whether you need a drag-and-drop DAW layout, a timer that doesn’t make you panic, or just a place to feel seen—we got you.
Now go finish that track. Or at least name it something weird and come back to it later.
You’re not alone in this—we’re right here with you, cheering you on.
