Women & ADHD

Drew Turner: Reinvention after job loss & a diagnosis

Dec 2, 2024

Drew Turner, a leadership coach diagnosed with ADHD at 29, shares her inspiring journey of reinvention after losing her job at Tesla. She discusses the emotional challenges of navigating ADHD in both personal and professional settings, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance and reframing negative perceptions. Drew highlights the power of community support in fostering resilience and ambition. With insights on self-advocacy in the workplace, she encourages women to embrace their neurodiversity and lead with confidence.

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Quick takeaways

Drew Turner's late ADHD diagnosis allowed her to transform self-doubt into resilience, embracing her identity and personal growth.

Experiencing a layoff significantly impacted Drew's mental health, prompting her to establish routines and seek supportive networks in her job search.

Empathy and emotional intelligence developed through ADHD can empower individuals, especially women in leadership, to advocate for inclusivity and understanding in the workplace.

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Understanding ADHD and Personal Growth

Experiencing a late diagnosis of ADHD can reshape one's understanding of self, highlighting past struggles and paving the way for personal growth. Individuals often find that ADHD traits have been present throughout their lives, manifesting in challenges in school, work, and relationships. The realization of these traits can lead to a profound shift in perspective, reframing a narrative filled with self-doubt into one that celebrates resilience and potential. This newfound awareness allows individuals to embrace their ADHD as an integral part of their identity, fostering a sense of community with others who share similar experiences.

Intro

2min

Navigating ADHD: Empowerment and Self-Discovery

20min

Finding Comfort in Familiarity: The Link Between Childhood Memories and Traveling

2min

Comfort in Sensory Experiences and Modern Solutions for Mental Health and Nutrition

3min

Navigating Change: Embracing Neurodiversity Post-Layoff

14min

Navigating Accommodations and Workplace Challenges for ADHD

6min

Embracing Change: A Journey Through Job Loss and ADHD

21min

Reflecting on the Journey: Engaging Conversations and Community Support

3min

Episode 193 with Drew Turner.

“I was doing everything to make others happy, and then I wasn’t happy. A lot of that comes from ADHD and being empathetic, but ultimately it does a real disservice.”

Drew Turner lives near Austin, Texas, and was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 29. Drew’s diagnosis completely changed her understanding of herself and gave her an opportunity to rewrite her personal narrative from one of self-doubt, exhaustion, and shame to one of resilience, ambition, and empowerment.

After getting laid off from a leadership training position at Tesla, Drew was suddenly tasked with managing the fear, overwhelm, curiosity, and uncertainty that come with exploring new career opportunities, all while determining what would be most helpful for her ADHD.

We talk about the many ways ADHD shaped Drew's life, and how she’s learning to forge a path that aligns with her authentic self. And Drew now coaches other women in leadership who are ready to break through their own internal barriers, transform their doubts, and lead with genuine confidence.

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drewturner2

Website: Free Strategy Call for Women in Leadership: From Feeling ‘Not Enough’ to Leading with Confidence: https://calendar.app.google/UcLQthiL9Vsi7VmS6

Links:

Fabulous is Forged on Fridays with Meshell Baker: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fabulous-is-forged-on-fridays-tickets-869325304387

Job Accommodation Network: https://askjan.org/

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