Mad about Money - by Maddy Alexander-Grout (Paperback)

About the Book

"Maddy, a 40 year old mum of two, has had her fair share of struggles with money, life and business without always understanding why. With her ADHD and Autism diagnosis, everything suddenly made more sense, and she has used her diagnosis to improve her life. Mad About Money: Managing finances (and life) with ADHD is not your typical money book, it is an unfiltered, honest, sweary and inspiring journey through the life of an undiagnosed neurodivergent woman. Award-winning writer and CPD-accredited neurodiversity specialist, money and business coach Maddy Alexander-Grout walks you through the story of her life. By sharing her own difficulties with money, spending, and debt, she shows you how to apply the lessons she learned in climbing back from over ¹40000 in consumer debt. But this book is not just about money, it's about the struggles she has had along the way as an undiagnosed neurodivergent with ADHD, Autism, Dyspraxia and more. This book will give you actionable tips to navigate life as a neurodivergent, manage your money, learn to understand your brain and make sense of your past, especially if you are, or suspect you, are neurodivergent. In the book: Applicable strategies for managing your money, parenting, mental health and starting a business as an undiagnosed neurodivergent; Tips for managing your ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions; Strategies for how to deal with a range of financial challenges--including debt and spending addictions--when you're neurodivergent. An essential read for anyone who is neurodivergent or suspects they might be, especially if they have struggled with money and life up to now. Mad About Money is empowering, insightful and the perfect read for anyone who feels misunderstood in a world designed for neurotypical people."--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Mad About Money will help you to make sense of your life if you are neurodivergent or suspect you might be.

Maddy, a 40 year old mum of two, has had her fair share of struggles with money, life and business without always understanding why. With her ADHD and Autism diagnosis, everything suddenly made more sense, and she has used her diagnosis to improve her life. Mad About Money: Managing finances (and life) with ADHD is not your typical money book, it is an unfiltered, honest, sweary and inspiring journey through the life of an undiagnosed neurodivergent woman. Award-winning writer and CPD-accredited neurodiversity specialist, money and business coach Maddy Alexander-Grout walks you through the story of her life. By sharing her own difficulties with money, spending, and debt, she shows you how to apply the lessons she learned in climbing back from over £40000 in consumer debt. But this book is not just about money, it's about the struggles she has had along the way as an undiagnosed neurodivergent with ADHD, Autism, Dyspraxia and more.

This book will give you actionable tips to navigate life as a neurodivergent, manage your money, learn to understand your brain and make sense of your past, especially if you are, or suspect you, are neurodivergent.

In the book:

• Applicable strategies for managing your money, parenting, mental health and starting a business as an undiagnosed neurodivergent
• Tips for managing your ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions
• Strategies for how to deal with a range of financial challenges--including debt and spending addictions--when you're neurodivergent

An essential read for anyone who is neurodivergent or suspects they might be, especially if they have struggled with money and life up to now. Mad About Money is empowering, insightful and the perfect read for anyone who feels misunderstood in a world designed for neurotypical people.

From the Back Cover

"I am a big fan of Maddy's work and this book of hers is informative, educational and bloody entertaining too. She's been through a lot - so the rest of us don't have to! Full of wisdom - you will finish this book and be better equipped to manage your brain and finances as a result."
--SIMON MUNDIE, Host of 'A New Way of Being', Author, and BBC broadcaster

"Maddy's book gives an honest tell all glimpse into the life of an alongside solutions and tangible advice. Her experience may be different to yours but it is littered with so many familiar experiences for those with ADHD that you will most definitely find yourself on those pages. I know that I did. Go get a copy for every ADHD'er you know!"
--HOLLY MATTHEWS, Founder of Happy Me Project, Self Development coach

"If you don't open your post, spend before thinking, or want to start a business, you must read this book. This is the authentic reality behind the ADHD tax."
--LEANNE MASKELL, Founder, ADHD Works & author of AuDHD: Blooming Differently

"Maddy has perfectly encapsulated the thoughts of Disabled people, and the barriers society has placed in our way, whilst also providing practical solutions to breaking these barriers down, building confidence in our identity for generations to come."
--CELIA CHARTRES-ARIS, Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 #1, 2024

Mad About Money isn't just another boring finance book, it's a raw, unfiltered, and inspiring take on money, life, and ADHD.

Maddy has gone from £40k in debt (twice) to running a six-figure business.

She's well known for sharing her expertise in mainstream media, breaking down money in an honest, relatable, and jargon-free way and using neurodivergent-friendly strategies that actually work.

This book goes beyond money, it's about managing life with ADHD, relationships, resilience, and more. Packed with real, practical strategies, Maddy's been there, done that, and bought all the T-shirts (in every color!).

If money and life feel overwhelming, Mad About Money will help you take back control and build a financial future that works for you.

About the Author

Maddy Alexander-Grout is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, ADHD business coach, and speaker, helping neurodivergents to improve their money story.