Rohan Chhabra found out he had dyslexia during graduate school by tagging along with a friend to her evaluation. He went in knowing nothing about dyslexia — and came out with a diagnosis. After learning more about it, so many things about how his brain worked finally made sense. Dyslexia had been guiding his life and his career choices, and he hadn’t even realized it.Growing up in India, Rohan was a quiet kid who worried about keeping up with academic classes. He gravitated toward creative fields that relied on drawing instead of writing. After getting his master’s degree in industrial design, Rohan worked for fashion titans like Nike and Ralph Lauren. But his passion for animals and the environment pulled him in another direction. Now, he creates digital fashion sold as NFTs.To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood. We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at thatjob@understood.org. Related resourcesDyslexia and anxiety in kidsHow dyslexia is diagnosed after high schoolNike’s chief of design shares how dyslexia made him see the world differently Introducing "MissUnderstood", the first-ever podcast channel for women with ADHD. Listen Now: lnk.to/missunderstoodUnderstood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

Robert Carroll, a New York State Assembly member, has dyslexia. He was born and raised in the district he represents, the 44th Assembly District in Brooklyn. Growing up with dyslexia helped make Robert an independent, out-of-the-box thinker. Sometimes it was hard for him to read or think the “right” way, so he learned to see things differently. After law school, Robert dived into the world of politics, a field that requires a lot of technical reading and writing. But he thrives in the work through a combination of good ideas and delegation. In this week’s episode of How’d You Get THAT Job?!, Robert talks about how he had the privilege of going to schools that helped him work with his dyslexia. Now he advocates for policies that allow all kids to get that same support, even if their families don’t have the resources his family did. To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood.  We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at thatjob@understood.org.  Related resourcesDyslexia laws: What they are and how they workVideo: Gavin Newsom opens up about his dyslexiaA day in the life of an employee with dyslexia Introducing "MissUnderstood", the first-ever podcast channel for women with ADHD. Listen Now: lnk.to/missunderstoodUnderstood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

Phoebe Gavin has ADHD — and a passion for helping others thrive in the workplace. She’s an executive director of talent and development at Vox.com, a veteran, and a private career coach. Phoebe was diagnosed with ADHD as a child, and she enlisted in the military after high school. Transitioning back into civilian life was difficult, but she had a mentor who made all the difference. Now Phoebe gives that same support to her colleagues and clients. In this week’s episode of How’d You Get THAT Job?!, hear about Phoebe’s journey from the military, to fashion school, to her current work. Plus, get interviewing tips and advice on how to find work that best aligns with your values. To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood. We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at thatjob@understood.org. Related resourcesADHD and hyperfocusADHD and creativityWhy Black girls with learning disabilities need more visibility Introducing "MissUnderstood", the first-ever podcast channel for women with ADHD. Listen Now: lnk.to/missunderstoodUnderstood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

Liz Miele is a comedian with dyslexia. She has an eye for spotting comedy in her daily life, and a thousand jokes up her sleeve. Being a comedian fits perfectly with her creative, storytelling brain. Her material comes straight from her experiences — like repeating the phrase “commitmentless sperm” until she can say it smoothly on stage. She puts having dyslexia and all that comes with it in the spotlight. Liz was diagnosed with dyslexia at a young age. Growing up, she considered herself a “con artist” who learned to show teachers what they wanted to see. It wasn’t until later in her life that she really understood how her brain works, and that dyslexia could be her superpower. Hear her story on this week’s episode of How’d You Get THAT Job?!  To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood. We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at thatjob@understood.org. Related resourcesDyslexia and creativityVideo: Nina G uses stand-up to speak up about learning and thinking differencesDav Pilkey sees ADHD and dyslexia as his superpowersThe Dyslexic Advantage, by Brock Eide and Fernette EideA First-Rate Madness, by Nassir Ghaemi Introducing "MissUnderstood", the first-ever podcast channel for women with ADHD. Listen Now: lnk.to/missunderstoodUnderstood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

Brendan Mahan has ADHD — and the drive to help others navigate their own ADHD landscapes. From a young age, Brendan knew he wanted to help people. When his college major options left little room to do that, he forged his own path. Now, he’s an ADHD coach and podcast host. From parenting to marriage to the workplace, Brendan’s got you covered. And he’s there to remind you that it’s OK to have ADHD. On this week’s episode of How’d You Get THAT Job?!, Brendan talks about how to stack different skills into the perfect combo of what works best for you. Find out why hobby consolidation could be the right move for ADHD folks. And get Brendan’s tips on finding the right career, how to self-advocate, and employer red flags to look out for. To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood. We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at thatjob@understood.org. Related resourcesVideo: Thriving at work with ADHD40+ career examples of people who learn and think differentlyI’m finally letting go of the shame of ADHD and learning disabilities Introducing "MissUnderstood", the first-ever podcast channel for women with ADHD. Listen Now: lnk.to/missunderstoodUnderstood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

Help us make our podcasts better. Take our listener survey.Growing up with ADHD and dyslexia, Jacquelyn Spathies didn’t picture herself one day working on a doctorate in biomedical studies. Teachers told her she wasn’t trying hard enough and discouraged her from dreaming big. Kids bullied her about her school supports. Like lots of kids with dyslexia, she felt like an outsider, and she found acceptance in a rebellious crowd. Then Jacquelyn went to community college, where she found encouragement from the right teacher. She discovered her love for research and science. Now Jacquelyn works in a federal lab, where she researches topics from coronavirus to eczema. Tune in to hear Jacquelyn talk about self-advocacy in the workplace, and how “othering” it can be to grow up with a learning difference. To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood. We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at thatjob@understood.org. To help Understood stop the academic slide, donate here: http://u.org/3gLHop3Related resourcesVideo: Being a scientist with dyslexia Work advocacy 101: Asking your boss for what you need to thriveVideo: A Harvard graduate on growing up with dyslexia Introducing "MissUnderstood", the first-ever podcast channel for women with ADHD. Listen Now: lnk.to/missunderstoodUnderstood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

Ryan Walter Wagner needs a schedule, yet daily variety, to work with his ADHD. Ryan has lived multiple lives, from touring in his punk band, to owning his own record store, to working in a portrait studio. Now, he thinks he’s finally found his home in freelance photography. Being his own boss fits his need for freedom and doing things in his own way. After being diagnosed in his 40s, so much of Ryan’s past started to make sense: His brain just works differently. He documents this, and stories from many others, in his ADHD portrait project. In this week’s episode of How’d You Get THAT Job?!, learn how the perfect job may push you out of your comfort zone at times — and that it’s never too late to learn more about yourself. Take a listen, and don’t forget to subscribe for more! To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood. We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at thatjob@understood.org. Related resourcesADHD and hyperfocusHow ADHD is diagnosed after high schoolADHD and creativity Introducing "MissUnderstood", the first-ever podcast channel for women with ADHD. Listen Now: lnk.to/missunderstoodUnderstood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

Ship captain Dave Gugliotti has ADHD — and a love for the ocean. Full of energy, yet calm under pressure, Dave’s strengths help him flourish on open water. As the seasons change, so does his work. Every day is different, with varied activities and constant repairs to keep Dave’s bouncing mind happily engaged. Dave's never been one to sit still, and he works best with his hands. He tried to sit at a desk for an office job, but he left after a week and never looked back. In this week’s episode of How’d You Get THAT Job?!, we discuss how the sea has called to Dave from a young age, and what you can do to get involved in a sailing career yourself. Listen in to hear how Dave shaped his daily life to fit his tactile ADHD brain, and other flotsam and jetsam. Hit subscribe for more! To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood.  We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at thatjob@understood.org. Related resourcesADHD in boysWhy some kids with ADHD are the “life of the party”What is hyperactivity? Introducing "MissUnderstood", the first-ever podcast channel for women with ADHD. Listen Now: lnk.to/missunderstoodUnderstood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

When you have ADHD and dyscalculia, you need lots of tricks for keeping up while running a business. Taking advantage of her smartphone is just one of the tricks Lindsay Miguelez uses. Like so many of us, when Lindsay was growing up, she was told that she wouldn’t always have a calculator in her pocket to help with math. Thank goodness that was wrong! It took seven years of struggling in college for Lindsay to decide to focus on wedding photography. Today, she’s in demand for her whimsical, romantic style. Of course, she still faces doubt and fear of failure. But she knows that sometimes you just have to say yes and figure things out later.  This week on How’d You Get That Job?!, explore how you can take a passion and turn it into a career. Hear about Lindsay’s journey, and get her tips for starting a small creative business. To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood. We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at thatjob@understood.org. Related resourcesWhat is dyscalculia?Dyscalculia fact sheetEntrepreneurs who learn and think differently Introducing "MissUnderstood", the first-ever podcast channel for women with ADHD. Listen Now: lnk.to/missunderstoodUnderstood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

When Eric Tabach, a YouTube host and producer for the channel Yes Theory, went to Ukraine, he didn’t just want to create a video. He wanted to make a difference in the war. Eric grew up with ADHD in a Ukrainian family in Russia. As a child, his endless energy and racing mind led him into theater and into making YouTube videos at home.Eventually, his family moved to the United States, where he acted in movies. He started college but then dropped out. Social media was calling. He became the mastermind behind huge viral videos for Buzzfeed, as well as his own YouTube and Instagram channels. Then he burned out, and it all came crashing down. In this episode, Eric talks about his life as an actor and YouTuber with ADHD. He shares how his need for external validation led to months of burnout before he found a new focus, part of which is helping the people of Ukraine. Listen in to learn about Eric’s wild ride. And get his advice about making it on YouTube and social media. To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood.  We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at thatjob@understood.org.  Related resourcesVideo: At the Ukrainian Border (Yes Theory)Team Ukraine Love (an organization co-founded by Eric)ADHD and creativityVideo: Actor Bex Taylor-Klaus on embracing ADHD Introducing "MissUnderstood", the first-ever podcast channel for women with ADHD. Listen Now: lnk.to/missunderstoodUnderstood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give