The positives of ADHD in business and in the workplace
Jul 16, 2024
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Discover the positive attributes individuals with ADHD bring to the workplace, such as problem-solving skills, innovation, adaptability, diverse skill sets, and contribution to organizational growth.
ADHD individuals bring cognitive diversity to problem-solving, leading to innovative approaches.
Their diverse insights contribute to informed decision-making, reducing groupthink and promoting alternative solutions.
Deep dives
Enhanced Problem Solving
Individuals with ADHD bring a wide range of perspectives to problem-solving, leading to more effective and comprehensive solutions. Their cognitive diversity ensures that different angles and situations are considered, increasing the likelihood of innovative problem-solving approaches.
Better Decision Making
ADHD individuals contribute to more informed decision-making in organizations by offering diverse insights and viewpoints. This reduces the risk of groupthink and encourages considering alternative solutions. Their ability to make better decisions is enhanced when placed in environments where they can thrive and leverage their unique perspectives.
Improved Adaptability
ADHD individuals enhance an organization's adaptability by providing diverse experiences and approaches to navigate challenges effectively. The mix of ADHD brains and non-ADHD individuals equips the organization to handle change and uncertainty more efficiently. Their different perspectives help in understanding and serving a wider range of needs, contributing to organizational success.
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Exploring the Benefits of Having Individuals with ADHD in the Workplace
We solve a lot of problems and challenges here on Overcoming Distractions but today, Dave talks about some of the positives of being a busy professional with ADHD in the business world.
Those of us with adult ADHD bring tremendous value, skills and critical thinking into any working environment we can thrive. And it's always a good idea to remind ourselves of the positive aspects of our different brains.
Join Dave on this short podcast as he refreshes all our memories about what we bring into the workplace and our lives that are positives of adult ADHD.
**Do you want to work with Dave one-on-one? Go to www.overcomingdistractions.com and book an introductory Zoom chat. Or go directly to Dave’s calendar; https://calendly.com/davidgreenwood1/15min
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