Navigating the professional world with ADHD comes with its unique set of challenges and benefits.
Many ADHDers find themselves job hopping. Whether it‘s because of a bad fit for a job or boredom.
Distractions, time management, and staying organized can pose significant challenges for ADHD brains in the workplace.
Our creativity, ability to hyperfocus, and unique problem-solving skills can be incredible strengths in the right environment.
Finding a job that matches our ADHD strengths and interests can make all the difference.
SO HOW DO YOU FIND A GOOD JOB WITH ADHD?
The secret to finding a fitting job FOR YOU is discovering a job you enjoy doing in the right environment.
You might be especially skilled and lit up by your tasks but…
Your schedule
Your boss
A small or large team
Feeling micromanaged
Might not be suited for you.
Also there is no universal “right answer” for a career path for any ADHDer. We have to consider our vastly different strengths and weaknesses!
First, consider job traits that sound appealing:
Now, match your traits to jobs:
LOW COST & EASY WORK ACCOMMODATIONS FOR ADHD
Noise Canceling Headphones
Position your desk to cut down on sightlines for the least amount of distractions
Create your own structure where possible
Organize around your strengths
Find an accountability system for deadlines & projects (A colleague, apps like To-Doist)
Practice self care with eating and taking breaks
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Good Luck,
Coach Brooke
