“Hope is not a plan:” How to manage ADHD at work | Hyperfocus

[@hikingphotobug6039]

One of my coping strategies at work, to make sure I didn't forget to do something, was to always take a task and do it immediately. When I was asked to do something I finished it right away. I was then told I was being an overachiever in making others look bad. When I tried to "pace my work " then the inevitable happened, I forgot things. It was a seriously no win situation.😢

[@UnderstoodOrg]

Ugh! How frustrating.

[@MattThornton-og4xo]

Thank you for your share, thoughts and suggestions. I was late being diagnosed with ADHD and have struggled. I am slowly picking myself up and getting back in the game. Thank you

[@UnderstoodOrg]

We're so glad you are here!

[@a.george8982]

What a wise and compassionate human being Caroline Miller is.

[@UnderstoodOrg]

We agree!

[@PurrsPlace]

This is excellent! Not only is the best explanation of an imposter syndrome I've ever heard of in here (I get what they mean now!), but also how a practical approach filled with compassion, sincere interest, and a spirit of fun, can change someone's world for the better, perhaps for life! Well done, both of you! =)

[@UnderstoodOrg]

Thank you!!

[@JustinThorntonArt]

Where can I find a boss like this?

[@gzoechi]

It somehow appears like in a cute Disney movie where things run differently than in the real world.

[@UnderstoodOrg]

It can feel rare, that's for sure. They are out there though we assure you!

[@donkaveen]

I found a one who is actively helping me to figure things out instead of kicking me out of the door. He or company had nothing to do with my ADHD and mental health being at the lowest place but he still took the burden and the risk of keeping me.

[@meowtotheworld4801]

There are way more of them today than 20 years ago. Things are getting better, albeit slowly. Learn to advocate for yourself and ask for what you need-- but make sure you still deliver.

[@sbenefield76]

That last bit she said is the premise behind Working Genius by Patrick Lencioni.

[@frankie9953]

i wish more bosses were like her

[@UnderstoodOrg]

Us too!

[@MadameSarah]

Are there any suggestions for actionable steps to take as part of this plan? I wouldn’t know where to start.

[@UnderstoodOrg]

Hi there! For any particular thing? Like for getting organized or for staying on task or something else?

[@nicolearriaga9969]

❤

[@misspat7555]

I mean, hope isn’t a plan, but it beats despair all hollow… sorry, just sick of the implication a person with ADHD can be just as productive as someone without. We can’t, and employers definitely don’t like that. 🤷‍♀️

[@brasschick4214]

I think we can be more productive than NT at times… and less. Consistency is where we crumble.