Thriving in Chaos: An ADHD CEO's Journey to Success - Dez Rock | Ep.23
Aug 21, 2023
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Discover how CEO Dez Rock embraces her ADHD, navigates friendships, creates boundaries, thrives as an entrepreneur, and promotes neurodiversity in the workplace in this entertaining and enlightening podcast episode.
Managing ADHD as an asset in leadership by viewing the world as a puzzle.
Navigating social challenges by maintaining friendships and authenticity in interactions.
Creating accommodating workplaces for neurodivergent employees to enhance productivity and inclusivity.
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ADHD Chatter Podcast with Des Rock
Des Rock, a neurodivergent leader and CEO of C-Monster, discusses her ADHD journey. She emphasizes the importance of understanding timelines and being officially diagnosed to combat stigma. Des shares insights on suspicions, familial influences, and managing relationships as an ADHD individual.
Navigating ADHD in Social Interactions
Des Rock and Alex explore social challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals, emphasizing maintaining friendships and navigating social norms. Des shares experiences of direct communication and struggles in neurotypical friendships, highlighting the impact of rejection sensitivity and authenticity on social interactions.
Unmasking Neurodiversity in Workplaces
The discussion delves into unmasking neurodiversity at work, highlighting the importance of creating safe spaces and accommodations for neurodivergent employees. Des emphasizes the significance of leaders understanding and supporting their diverse workforce to enhance productivity and foster inclusivity in the workplace.
Embracing Neurodiversity and Promoting Inclusivity
The conversation concludes with a call to embrace neurodiversity and promote inclusivity in all spheres. Des advocates for individuals to trust their intuition in disclosing neurodivergent conditions, while encouraging leaders to prioritize creating accommodating and supportive environments for diverse employees.
Empowering Neurodivergent Individuals
The podcast underlines the empowerment of neurodivergent individuals, emphasizing self-acceptance and the value of diverse perspectives. Des Rock's insights highlight the importance of understanding, accepting, and normalizing neurodiversity to foster a more inclusive and supportive society.
Dez is the CEO of SIEMonster, and a neurodivergent leader. Dez knows that having ADHD has been anything but a detriment to her career β her ability to see the world as a puzzle (and manage all of the pieces) has made her an exceptional leader.
Topics:
00:00 When (and how) did you realise you have ADHD?
04:25 Maintaining friendships
07:26 Masking
16:24 Creating boundaries and finding your tribe
23:00 ADHD and Entrepreneurship
34:20 ADHD in the workplace
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This episode has been produced for entertainment purposes only and is in no way meant to be taken as medical advice or advice in any way.
